The night deepens! An elegant R&B track for a moving musical experience
You want to add stylish R&B tracks to your playlist, but it’s hard to know what to pick, right? R&B is defined by its comfortable groove and sleek melodies.
In fact, plenty of wonderful songs have been created in Japan, too.
In this article, we’ll introduce R&B tracks that are perfect for creating a sophisticated vibe.
Why not find a favorite and enjoy a music life that’s uniquely yours? We’ve selected a wide range—from the latest releases to timeless classics—so be sure to read through to the end!
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Night deepens! A stylish R&B playlist for a moving musical experience (1–10)
2 (feat. Lee Youngji)Hoshino Gen
Singer-songwriter Gen Hoshino, whose talents are drawing attention as he thrives across a wide range of fields beyond music, has released a track featuring Korean rapper Lee Youngji on his first album in about six and a half years, Gen.
The sound is captivating, with Hoshino’s groovy production blending seamlessly with Lee Youngji’s rap.
The Tokyo nightscape shown in the music video feels like a shared inner landscape of the two, resonating amid the city’s lights and shadows.
This song stands out on the album slated for release in May 2025, and fans are still talking about the moment Lee Youngji made a surprise appearance to perform together at the Seoul stop of the Asia tour.
It’s a cool number, perfect for those solitary, late-night hours.
SyrupShimizu Shota
This is a work released in April 2025 by singer-songwriter Shota Shimizu, beloved for his sweet love songs.
While strongly reflecting his roots in gospel and R&B, the piece is crafted with a restrained, minimal sound.
Over its gentle arrangement, Shimizu’s vocals—highlighting his warm lower register—resonate beautifully, making it a standout track.
The background detail that it samples a song by renowned gospel producer Shaun Martin further conveys his deep respect for the genre.
Its message—singing of the sweetness of love that quietly stays by your side amid the struggles of everyday life and the bittersweetness of living—will surely sink deep into the heart.
Also included on the album “Pulsatilla cernua,” it’s a song best savored late at night.
PremaFuji Kaze
Singer-songwriter Fujii Kaze captivates listeners with a rich musical palette spanning from J-POP to R&B.
Among the masterpieces on Prema—an album crafted entirely in English after deep inner struggle—the title track shines with a particularly special glow.
While tackling the profound theme of “supreme love” (the meaning of the Sanskrit word prema), the song is framed in a comfortably groovy R&B sound.
Its spiritually tinged lyrics, as if introducing both the higher self and the self, seem to gently speak to the listener’s inner world.
Featured on the album released in September 2025, this track is sure to become a cherished song that deeply nourishes the heart on quiet nights when you want to face yourself.
Night Deepens! A Stylish R&B Playlist for a Soul-Stirring Musical Experience (11–20)
addictedArche
Singer-songwriter Arche, who’s gaining attention for hip-hop-rooted grooves and lyrical songwriting.
Opening the eight-track album “sublimated,” released in June 2025, this song is a dark number that portrays the peril of love bordering on codependency.
The fear that the other person might vanish unless you hold them tight, and the addictive emotions you drown in, are delivered through intimate vocals that capture even the breath between words.
The contrast between the minimal beat and mellow melody evokes a suffocating kind of romance.
It’s an R&B tune that seeps deep into the heart—one you’ll want to sit with alone on a quiet night.
KIRA KIRASIRUP
A dazzling track from SIRUP that shines against the backdrop of the city at night.
Released in September 2025, this song serves as the lead track from his first album in about four and a half years, OWARI DIARY.
Its driving dance beat and radiant synth tones create a rush of exhilaration, like speeding down a highway after dark.
The lyrics depict emotions that keep moving forward while wavering between impulse and hesitation, almost like reading a story.
Although it doesn’t have a specific tie-in, it’s perfect for nights when you want to forget the everyday and sink into a pleasant groove.
Be sure to listen closely and savor the lyrics.
The Bdst.aimi
Over a tight beat that blends seamlessly into the city nightscape, aimi’s supple yet powerful vocals resound.
Then come the lyrics that declare “I’m the best,” the kind that give you a push just by listening.
Perhaps it’s the soulful expressiveness in her voice that makes this message strike so deeply.
This track opens the EP “Empower.Embrace,” released in January 2025.
The work portrays a resolve to walk one’s own path without being swayed by others’ judgments, gently stirring a sense of energy for tomorrow.
It’s the perfect song for when you want to fire yourself up at the end of the day, or for a night when you want to feel a little bolder.
CUBEiri
A smooth groove that evokes a midsummer night’s breeze makes this track by singer-songwriter iri a delight.
Released in August 2025, the song serves as the theme for the dating reality show “Girl or Lady Season 2.” With ESME MORI as sound producer, it resonates with an urbane, sophisticated alternative R&B sound.
It tells the story of a jagged heart tumbling along, eventually meeting someone and changing shape—conjuring an image that’s tinged with melancholy yet ultimately forward-looking.
Paired with iri’s soulful vocals, this piece lets you sink into both chill and dance moods, making it perfect for a sentimental late-summer night.
It’s a song that gently nestles up to a slightly downcast heart, offering a warm sense of comfort.