Anime Love Song Special [Heart-Fluttering & Tearjerkers]
Anime spans many genres, but romance stories are definitely one of the classics.
And you could even say there are just as many love songs as there are shows.
Even when the main plot isn’t a love story, the opening or ending theme might be a love song.
In any case, there are tons—an absolutely staggering number—of anime love songs.
This article rounds up those masterpieces.
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Anime Love Song Special [Heart-throbbing & Tear-jerking] (81–90)
There’s someone I want to talk to right now.Nogizaka 46
This is the song selected as the theme for the anime film “The Anthem of the Heart.” Performed by the popular idol group Nogizaka46, it was released in 2015 as their 13th single.
The lyrics, which portray the confusion of realizing one’s feelings of love and the sympathy felt toward the other person, leave a strong impression.
It’s content many in the younger generation may particularly relate to.
Although the tune and melody are tinged with melancholy, by the time you finish listening, it’s an anime song that somehow leaves you feeling refreshed.
Pink TyphoonHaruna Runa
This is the opening theme for the anime Yuuna and the Haunted Hot Springs, based on a Jump manga.
It’s sung by Luna Haruna, who is also active as a fashion model, and was released in 2018 as her 12th single.
The song has an idol-pop finish and gives a very cute impression.
Its style matches Haruna’s adorable vocals perfectly.
The lyrics overflow with feelings for the person she loves.
It makes you wish you could meet someone who likes you this much.
Definitely give it a listen when you want to boost your romantic mood.
TreasureAoi-yo Gakuen Seitokai
It’s the opening theme of the anime Student Council’s Discretion.
The main story is a love tale with strong comedic elements, but this song has a calm, bittersweet feel.
It’s sung by the four main heroines’ voice actresses, whose adorable vocals are part of its charm.
Cynthia, my belovedokazaki ritsuko
This is the song that was used as the ending theme only in episode 20 of “Akihabara Dennou Gumi.” It carries a powerful message that people can become strong in order to protect someone precious to them.
Ritsuko Okazaki’s gentle vocals and the heartrending melody are enough to bring tears to your eyes.
TouchIwasaki Yoshimi
The opening theme of the hugely popular high school baseball anime Touch, based on Mitsuru Adachi’s original work.
While high school baseball was the main theme, the romantic dynamics between the twins Tatsuya and Kazuya Uesugi and Minami Asakura were also essential to the story’s development.
In addition to the anime adaptation, it was also made into a live-action drama and a live-action film, and the song has been covered by many artists such as Noriko Hidaka and Younha.
Both the manga and the music remain beloved classics to this day.
You love it, yet the more you love it, the lonelier you feel.
The lyrics convey emotions that feel more adult than typical youthful romance, which may be why this song is cherished across generations.
