Speaking of February 22, it’s Cat Day! In Japan, it was established in 1987.
Cats can keep a bit of distance and then suddenly get affectionate—their free-spirited nature is incredibly cute, isn’t it? There are also songs that sing about “cats” or are related to them, and many people might feel there are quite a few classics.
Beyond the adorable tunes that make your heart flutter, there are plenty of cat songs: ones from a cat’s point of view, songs wishing “I want to be a cat,” and moving tracks that mirror human emotions with feline traits.
In this article, we’ve picked out some especially recommended cat songs.
If you’re a cat lover who actually has a kitty, be sure to listen together and enjoy a happy time.
Cat songs that resonate with many feelings. A diverse variety of cat tunes (1–10)
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It tells the story of an unfortunate cat who delivers letters for a painter who appears in the lyrics.
It’s a track included on the second album, THE LIVING DEAD, released in 2000.
The story makes me cry no matter how many times I listen to it.
One of DISH//’s signature songs and a continuing long-running hit, Neko (Cat).
This track is also well-known for being written and composed by Aimyon.
Although it originally appeared as the coupling track to the single Bokutachi ga Yarimashita, an acoustic version was later released for streaming.
A poignant love song about romance and heartbreak from a male perspective.
It conveys deep feelings for a girlfriend who left and is no longer here, likening her to a “cat,” powerfully expressing the sadness and sting of a broken heart.
Cat (Live at Ueno Onshi Park Outdoor Stage on 2018-10-07)aimyon
Neko (Live at Ueno Park Outdoor Stage, 2018.10.7)
“Neko,” one of DISH//’s signature songs.
It’s also well-known that Aimyon wrote the lyrics and composed the music, and this is her self-cover.
Sung in a female voice, the song takes on a different expression.
The choice of words feels very Aimyon-like, and it’s a heartbreak song that brings a rush of emotions to your chest.
It likens the ex-girlfriend who left to a cat—an emblem of capriciousness.
While the lyrics portray her as the embodiment of whim, they gradually convey a longing to see that “cat” no matter what, along with hopes of what to do if they meet again—making it an even more tear-jerking track.
