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[A Gem of a Love Song] Classic and Popular Tracks to Listen to When You're in Love

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Are you in love right now?

There are many shapes of love: “My heart races every day when I’m near the person I like,” “We feel the same, but we can hardly meet,” or “I fell for someone I can never be with…”

In this article, we’re introducing love songs we want you—who are in love—to listen to.

This time, we’ve gathered masterpieces beloved by many listeners, from classic romance staples to the latest buzzworthy tracks.

If you want to listen to a variety of love songs, be sure to check them out!

[Gem-Like Love Songs] Masterpieces and Popular Songs You’ll Want to Listen to When You’re in Love (21–30)

I like you.YUTORI-SEDAI

[Official Music Video] YUTORI-SEDAI – I Like You (Suki)

I like you.YUTORI-SEDAI

A bittersweet love song from YUTORI-SEDAI that stays close to the heart of anyone in love.

Released in February 2023, this track has resonated especially with Gen Z.

Its lyrics delicately portray the ache of unrequited feelings and the frustration of not being able to convey your emotions, while the gentle melody embraces those troubled by love.

Paired with Ms.

Kimihara’s soft vocals, this captivating piece is perfect for anyone who feels their heart race just by being near the person they like—the beginning of a new romance.

If you’ve just fallen in love or are in the midst of a one-sided crush, be sure to give it a listen.

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Such a bitter storyVaundy

Such a Bitter Story / Vaundy: MUSIC VIDEO

Such a bitter storyVaundy

This is a song that resonates with anyone carrying the ache of unrequited love.

It beautifully captures the interplay of joy and pain in romance through a shuffle beat and dynamic melodies.

Vaundy’s vocals gently embrace those with feelings that can’t quite reach their destination.

Released digitally in March 2023 and featured as the theme song for ABEMA’s dating show “Hanataba to Ookami-chan ni wa Damasarenai,” it became a hot topic and a massive hit, surpassing 100 million streams.

It’s recommended not only for those struggling with love, but also for anyone enjoying a happy romance.

Feel the power of music that reflects your own view of love.

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[Gem-Like Love Songs] Masterpieces and Popular Tracks to Listen to When You’re in Love (31–40)

SubtitleOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – Subtitle [Official Video]

SubtitleOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism, known for hits like “I LOVE…,” “Pretender,” and “Cry Baby.” Their song “Subtitle” is a bittersweet love song used as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “silent.” The biggest highlight of this track is that, even though it’s a love song chosen for a TV drama, it’s crafted with such a complex progression that it can’t be called simple pop.

If you want a love song but are a bit tired of the usual “I fell in love so I’m happy” kind of lyrics, this track is highly recommended.

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love brainNanawo Akari

Love Brain / Nanawo Akari

love brainNanawo Akari

Akari Nanawo is a new-generation singer-songwriter who got her start on YouTube.

She wrote Rennai-nō (Love Brain) as the ending theme for the anime Engage Kiss.

The title refers to someone who’s completely absorbed in romance, and the song portrays a straightforward romantic feeling and how it sometimes goes awry.

Meanwhile, the melody samples electronic sounds, giving it a psychedelic vibe.

It’s perfect for boosting your mood when you want to get pumped up with a high-energy track.

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Song of PointillismMrs. GREEN APPLE feat. Inoue Sonoko

Pointillism Song / Mrs. GREEN APPLE (feat. Sonoko Inoue) full covered by Osamu × Harucha

Song of PointillismMrs. GREEN APPLE feat. Inoue Sonoko

This song was used as an insert track in the 2018 film Aonatsu: 30 Days of Summer.

There’s a collaborative version with Mrs.

GREEN APPLE, who performed the theme song ‘Ao to Natsu,’ as well as Sonoko Inoue’s solo version.

Unlike the theme song’s bursting, giddy feeling of first love, this is a tender love ballad packed with the emotion of being in love—tight and full—yet also brimming with a bittersweet sadness and the kind of anxieties that arise precisely because you’re happy.

It’s the sort of song that anyone who’s ever been in love can surely relate to.

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cold; curt; blunt; unfriendlyRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Aloof [Official Music Video]

cold; curt; blunt; unfriendlyRADWIMPS

This RADWIMPS song, “Sokkenai,” was released in 2018.

It’s included on the album ANTI ANTI GENERATION and was made available ahead of the album’s release.

The music video, featuring Nana Komatsu, plays out like a drama and drew attention for its heart-pounding twists.

True to the title, which means “aloof” or “cold,” the lyrics portray a love-struck mind overanalyzing the other person’s indifference.

When you’re in love, you end up digging into things you don’t even need to think about, don’t you?

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Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number

Back Number – Hanako-san on a High Pedestal

Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number

Here’s something I want you—who are in love with someone who feels out of reach—to listen to: back number’s “Takane no Hanako-san.” Just like the title suggests, the lyrics portray someone who’s fallen for a person way out of their league, and you’ll probably find yourself relating to it before you know it.

Even if it’s an unrequited love, this song is sure to give you courage!

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