[Songs for Thinking of Someone You Love] Love Songs That Make Your Chest Tighten—From Unrequited to Mutual Love

aloeFunatsu Mahiro

Masato Funatsu “Aloe” Official Music Video – Ending Theme Song for the drama ‘By the Irori at Ms. Alice’s House’

This is a song by Masato Funatsu, woven with delicate words and melody, slated for release in January 2025.

It tenderly sings of the frustrating emotions born from a relationship that’s more than friends but not quite lovers—hearts so close, yet unable to draw nearer—wrapped in a gentle vocal delivery.

Also selected as the ending theme for the drama “Alice-san’s Irori Hearth,” the track harmonizes beautifully with the show’s warm portrayal of human relationships.

Love takes many forms, and this song resonates with listeners who find their hearts wavering in ambiguous relationships, offering comfort and empathy to many.

Even though I love you more than anyone else.ACE COLLECTION

ACE COLLECTION – I love you more than anyone. [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

A song by ACE COLLECTION that poignantly yet beautifully sings of the intensity of longing for someone.

It vividly captures the frustration of a love so overflowing it can’t be fully expressed.

The lyrics, skillfully weaving in changing seasons and natural phenomena, are sure to resonate deeply with listeners.

Released in April 2023, the track captivates with lyrics that seem to speak on behalf of those in love and a refreshing melody.

It’s a song that will give you a gentle push when you want to convey your feelings to someone special.

StoryAI

AI – Story

A song by Ai, known for her powerful vocals and distinctive, self-assured style.

During the Great East Japan Earthquake, it was widely listened to as an anthem of support.

This track is a song about someone you love, someone precious.

Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48

[MV full] Koi Suru Fortune Cookie / AKB48 [Official]

Among AKB48’s songs, there are several love songs, but this one is especially cute.

It also made headlines because Sashihara took the center position.

I bet many people learned the dance and sang or danced to it at karaoke.

Merry XmasBoA

BoA / Meri Kuri

This is the one song I always want to listen to when the Christmas season comes around.

It’s one of BoA’s most famous tracks, too.

I’m sure many people can’t help but be charmed by how cute she looks in the music video.

It really makes you want to give it to someone you love.

If I Fall in LoveCrystal Kay

Crystal Kay - If I Fall in Love (Live)

When it comes to Crystal Kay’s exquisite love songs, this is the one.

She became popular for her striking, not-so-typical-Japanese looks and her powerful, soaring vocals.

It’s been years since its release, yet it remains a song cherished by many.

It’s the kind of track you’ll want to listen to while thinking of someone you love.

Osaka LoverDREAMS COME TRUE

DREAMS COME TRUE – "Osaka LOVER"

It’s a song by DREAMS COME TRUE about a long-distance relationship.

You want to be with the person you love every day, but that’s hard to do when you’re working.

You can’t exactly tell him to quit his job for your sake, and at the same time, it’s easy to empathize with her desire to marry him.