[Song of Destiny] Love songs to listen to when you meet your destined person
We’ve put together a collection of love songs that sing about various forms of “fate.” From songs that express the joy of meeting your destined partner, to tracks about loves that felt fated but never came to be, and heartfelt pieces that confess the lingering pain of an unforgettable, fateful encounter—this playlist is packed with romance songs themed around “fate.” If you were to meet your destined person, wouldn’t that be nothing short of a miracle? There are also uplifting songs to give a gentle push to those who can’t quite put their feelings into words, so be sure to give them a listen!
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- A classic song about a forbidden love
[Fateful Songs] Love Songs You’ll Want to Listen to When You Meet Your Destiny (21–30)
love foreverKatō Miriya feat. Shimizu Shōta
It was released in 2009, but it doesn’t feel dated.
I imagine many people listen to this song at all sorts of times—when they’re struggling with love, when things are going well, and everything in between.
The back-and-forth between Miliyah Kato and Shota Shimizu is striking and really sticks in your ears.
When you fight and drift apart, you sometimes realize how important the other person is.
That’s when you may notice they’re the one and only destined person for you in the whole world.
Before it becomes too late for making up, getting back together, or confessing your feelings, we want to be honest with the people who matter most.
I miss you.UVERworld
A heart-stirring ballad that delicately portrays the profound sense of loss and regret after losing a loved one.
Released by UVERworld in September 2008, the song expresses powerful feelings and loneliness toward a former lover, wrapped in a gentle melody.
It is included on the album “AwakEVE,” and its music video set at Shibuya’s scramble crossing is also memorable.
A tender masterpiece that offers comfort to those who have lost someone important or are trying to overcome a breakup.
[Songs of Fate] Love Songs You’ll Want to Listen to When You Meet Your Soulmate (31–40)
Lion HeartSMAP
A gem of a love song by SMAP that passionately sings of destined love.
The lyrics express a man’s deep affection for the woman he loves and his unwavering resolve to risk his life to protect her, portraying a love that is both powerful and gentle.
From sharing everyday emotions with his partner to envisioning a future family, the words carry a determined vow of eternal love.
Released in August 2000, the song gained attention as the theme for the drama “Food Fight,” starring Tsuyoshi Kusanagi.
It remains a staple at weddings and is recommended for couples who wish to pledge everlasting love, as well as for those who want to share the joy of having met their soulmate.
Tears are about to fall.[Alexandros]
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This is a poignant song by [Alexandros] that depicts the moment the protagonist—who had kept a distance from others and avoided crowds—falls into a fateful love.
So absorbed in the blissful time with a cherished person, they become oblivious to the eyes around them.
Even so, the pure resolve to go and meet “you” is deeply moving.
Included on the album “Me No Do Karate.” released in January 2013, it drew attention as the other A-side to the single “Starrrrrrr.” It’s a song that gently encourages those who, though bewildered by meeting their destined person, are trying to look ahead and keep moving forward.
KanadeSukima Suichi
This number portrays parting with a loved one in down-to-earth words.
It’s a song by the hugely popular music duo Sukima Switch, released in 2004 as their second single.
It has continued to be beloved long after its release, frequently being used as a theme song for films and dramas, as well as in commercials.
As mentioned above, it’s a bittersweet breakup song, but it also carries a message that can lift your spirits.
It seems like many people often sing it at karaoke.
Dan Dan Kokoro HikaretekuFIELD OF VIEW
FIELD OF VIEW’s biggest hit, by an artist who gained popularity for emotionally charged, powerful vocals and approachable melodies.
It’s a song that straightforwardly expresses a heart naturally drawn to love, reminding us that a destined person may be closer than we think.
fateKōda Kumi
You want to connect with someone you care about, but you can’t… That poignant backstory comes through in this song.
It’s a track by Kumi Koda, the diva who led the Japanese music scene in the 2000s, released in 2006 as her 34th single.
It was chosen as the theme song for the film “Ōoku,” attracting a lot of attention.
The grand arrangement built around the sound of the piano matches the message of the lyrics.
It’s a song that really hits you in the heart and can genuinely make you cry—highly recommended for karaoke, too.