Unrequited love songs by bands. Japanese pop/rock love songs.
I love band performances and love songs! For those who feel the same, I’ve put together a collection of unrequited love songs by bands.
Japan has many popular bands like RADWIMPS, SEKAI NO OWARI, and Official HIGE DANDism, with countless great tracks.
I’m sure you’ve heard their love songs at least once.
In this article, I’ll introduce masterpieces that capture the feelings of unrequited love among love songs.
From heart-wrenching tunes to songs that give you the courage to confess, there’s a lot to explore—so be sure to give them a listen!
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Unrequited love songs by bands. Japanese love songs (71–80)
romantic feelingsB’z
I don’t know if it’s based on B’z vocalist Inaba’s own unrequited-love experience, but the lyrics feel incredibly real.
He knows the girl he likes has feelings for someone else, yet he can’t help how he feels.
It’s a song that really conveys the complex heart of a boy who falls in love and struggles with confusion and inner conflict.
KOIGOKORO (Feelings of Love)B’z
For B’z, it’s a rare, pop-leaning melody that makes this unrequited love song a joy.
He wants to talk to the girl he fell for at first sight, but he lacks confidence and can’t bring himself to do it.
The moment he steels himself to approach her, her female friends promptly gather around, and she never ends up alone—so he ultimately can’t do anything.
It’s a classic that evokes the bittersweet youth so many of us have experienced.
Melancholy, resplendentCreepHyp
An unrequited-love song by the rock band CreepHyp, who captivate many music fans with their distinctive high-tone vocals that pierce listeners’ hearts and the philosophical worldview of their music.
It’s a popular number with lyrics that portray feelings of love that keep missing the mark.
Unrequited love songs by bands. Japanese pop love songs (81–90)
Little deep love songDROP DOLL
Bands—especially all-female ones—tend to draw visual attention to the singer-guitarist or lead guitarist, but in terms of sound, isn’t this a band where the rhythm section does a remarkably good job? The feelings of a girl who’s grown timid, thinking, “I want this to happen, but I don’t know if it will—maybe it’s better if we just stay friends…,” suit them perfectly for the time when they were still active.
Shapes Of LoveEvery Little Thing
It’s a song I always listen to—or sing at karaoke—when I have a crush.
It captures that endlessly fun phase of being in love, the kind of fluttery excitement that makes you want to shout at the top of your lungs, like a schoolgirl, “I’m in love!!” The lyrics weave in all the mixed feelings of unrequited love: the frustration, the girlish heart that wants to confess to him but can’t.
When you like someone but can’t find the courage, or when you want to move beyond just friends, this song is so encouraging.
The melody is fresh and up-tempo, so I recommend it not only for people who are shy about romance, but also for those who feel they’ve forgotten what love is like.
Love SongGO!GO!7188
It’s an unrequited love song sung by a girls’ band.
It feels like a very pure kind of affection, maybe from their school days.
The song doesn’t have any big twists or anything, but it still draws you in.
It has a slow, relaxed vibe.
Unrequited Love FighterGO!GO!7188
Despite its poppy, upbeat, and catchy sound, the lyrics are heartbreaking.
It vividly captures the slightly timid feelings of a young girl with a fluttery, one-sided crush.
GO!GO!7188 is a band with a unique worldview, but this is arguably one of their more approachable and straightforward songs.