[Songs for Thinking of Someone You Love] Love Songs That Make Your Chest Tighten—From Unrequited to Mutual Love
When you think of someone you love, is there a song that suddenly starts playing in your head?Unrequited longing, the warmth of mutual love, the earnest desire to send your feelings straight to someone you adore—love comes in many forms, and there are songs that gently accompany each of those feelings.In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of songs about thinking of someone you love and tracks you’ll want to dedicate to that special person.You’re sure to find a song that makes your heart tighten the moment you listen!
Playlist
| [Songs for Thinking of Someone You Love] Love Songs That Make Your Chest Tighten—From Unrequited to Mutual Love | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Unrequited loveAimer |  play_arrow | A love song that sings of Aimer’s deep affection |
| 2east | EnchantedSaucy Dog |  play_arrow | Gently portraying the bond of a long-distance relationship |
| 3east | Love songMarushii |  play_arrow | Marcy's love song warms the heart |
| 4east | bouquetback number |  play_arrow | Love expression songs by back number |
| 5east | You don’t listen to rock.aimyon |  play_arrow | A masterpiece by Aimyon that depicts unrequited love |
| 6east | Dried flowersYuuri |  play_arrow | Yuuri’s signature song that portrays feelings for someone you’ve parted ways with |
| 7east | Love and romanceNovelbright |  play_arrow | Novelbright's love support song |
| 8east | Vanillakyanai |  play_arrow | A song in which Kyannai sings about a heartrending love |
| 9east | to youMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | A quintessential Okinawan-style song by MONGOL800 |
| 10east | cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai |  play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s romantic pop song |
| 11east | Things I like about youHirai Ken |  play_arrow | A song that portrays a shy, unspoken love. |
| 12east | Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the heartache of unrequited love |
| 13north_east | I tried falling in love with you.chay |  play_arrow | Chay's romantic pop song |
| 14south_east | I want someone to tell me, “The moon is beautiful, isn’t it?”Kakizaki Yūta |  play_arrow | A song infused with an earnest desire for a confession of love |
| 15east | your songShimizu Shota |  play_arrow | A warm ballad that sings of gratitude to a loved one |
| 16east | By your side.riria. |  play_arrow | A bittersweet song that portrays a desire to monopolize one’s love |
| 17east | Mutual loveaiko |  play_arrow | A love song that delicately expresses the aching feelings of two people in love |
| 18east | youHY |  play_arrow | A love ballad about feelings for someone you love |
| 19east | Your favorite songUVERworld |  play_arrow | UVERworld’s unrequited love song |
| 20east | Because you are hereUru |  play_arrow | A ballad by Uru about gratitude and bonds |
| 21east | Magic CarpetKawasaki Takaya |  play_arrow | A song with warm melodies and lyrics |
| 22east | Cinderella BoySaucy Dog |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song by Saucy Dog |
| 23east | I love youNakajima Mika |  play_arrow | Mika Nakashima’s poignant love ballad |
| 24north_east | MyraTani Yuuki |  play_arrow | A love song that depicts the process of falling in love |
| 25south_east | I want to hug you.Mr.Children |  play_arrow | A love ballad by Mr.Children |
| 26east | It feels like I’m in love.Yuika |  play_arrow | A love song that portrays the delicate feelings of a girl who has fallen in love. |
| 27east | Hold me tight, all of meyoshida takurou |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic that conveys love and hope |
| 28east | mutual unrequited loveDXTEEN |  play_arrow | A love song that captures the bittersweet sense of distance in youth. |
| 29east | A devoted girl.Yuika |  play_arrow | Expressing straightforward romantic feelings through a band sound |
| 30east | Spot the differenceSuda Masaki |  play_arrow | Masaki Suda sings Kenshi Yonezu’s heart-touching masterpiece |
| 31east | Route 66BUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | A rare love song by BUMP that expresses love |
| 32east | DEVIL KISSKato Miria |  play_arrow | A shocking song that portrays the ultimate expression of distorted affection |
| 33east | heartbeatFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | A heart swayed by an unexpected love and the singing voice of Masaharu Fukuyama |
| 34east | I love you.TENSONG |  play_arrow | TENSONG’s love song that weaves affection |
| 35east | Snow BlossomNakajima Mika |  play_arrow | Moved by the winter classic “Yuki no Hana.” |
| 36east | One million “I love you”sRake |  play_arrow | Be enthralled by a moving love song |
| 37east | A miracle called youTakano Akira |  play_arrow | A new song resonating with deep emotions, a voice that envelops the heart |
| 38east | Is that okay?RADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS’ straightforward love song |
| 39east | Love and peaceHirai Dai |  play_arrow | A warm love song that sings of the small miracles of everyday life |
| 40east | two peopleaiko |  play_arrow | A poignant masterpiece portraying Aiko’s unrequited love |
| 41east | First lovematsumura kanau |  play_arrow | Sing(s) of the sweet-and-sour taste of first love and its wistful, aching feelings. |
| 42east | When I think of youTOKIO |  | TOKIO’s exquisite classic love ballad |
| 43east | Planet of Love ‘You’Tomioka Ai |  play_arrow | A song that uniquely sings about the floating feeling of love |
| 44east | LOVE YOU ONLYTOKIO |  play_arrow | TOKIO's refreshing debut song resonates in the heart. |
| 45east | bumpyFurui Riho |  play_arrow | Expressing a relationship of mutual respect in a love song |
| 46east | NOW LOADINGmakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | Macaroni Enpitsu’s love song |
| 47east | Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | A masterpiece depicting the growth of love by Shonan no Kaze |
| 48east | I want to shout that I love you.BAAD |  play_arrow | Theme song of 'SLAM DUNK,' a cry from the soul of youth |
| 49east | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | An iconic song with a powerful voice that lifts people’s spirits |
| 50east | Baby, I love youTEE |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of straightforward, genuine love. |
| 51east | Akatoki Reloadaiko |  play_arrow | Aiko’s delicate love songs resonate with the heart. |
| 52east | selfish; self-indulgent; willfulYuika |  play_arrow | Yuika’s bittersweet long-distance love song |
| 53east | Ingot of Pure Lovetuki. |  play_arrow | A love song that expresses the essence of love |
| 54east | End the worldHarukamirai |  play_arrow | A punk rock song that poignantly portrays a parting from a loved one |
| 55east | EverythingMISIA |  play_arrow | MISIA’s signature song where a chance encounter becomes destiny |
| 56east | Lion HeartSMAP |  play_arrow | A timeless SMAP classic, a love song that resonates in the heart |
| 57east | Always, the two of usieiri reo |  play_arrow | A deep love that embraces all aspects of romance |
| 58east | Precious LoveEXILE ATSUSHI |  play_arrow | A wedding song by EXILE ATSUSHI themed around love |
| 59east | dearestFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | A poignant tale of deep love and farewell |
| 60east | You are here—that’s everything.Kotora |  play_arrow | A love ballad that portrays happiness with a loved one |
| 61east | DiNAYuuri |  play_arrow | Yuuri’s song that likens memories with a lover to genes |
| 62east | To you, beloved just as you areDISH// |  play_arrow | Takumi Kitamura’s Song of Love and Support |
| 63east | A happy promise.riria. |  play_arrow | Depicting the deep bond and joyful moments of two people in love |
| 64east | I loveMarushii |  play_arrow | A moving song that gently expresses the delicate emotions of love |
| 65east | my nameback number |  play_arrow | A love song by back number that connects hearts just by calling your name |
| 66east | NameHabureddāzu |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that portrays affection for a loved one |
| 67east | White LoversKuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | A heartwarming ballad that turns the bittersweet love of winter into a blessing |
| 68east | Try loving—it’s not like you’ll lose anything.neguse. |  play_arrow | Neguse.’s unrequited-love song surpasses 2 million plays amid social media buzz. |
| 69east | HappinessChe’Nelle |  play_arrow | A song of pure love for someone precious |
| 70east | I want to be your boyfriend.Cody Rī (Ri) |  play_arrow | Cody Lee’s sweet love pop song |
| 71east | Only youDani. |  play_arrow | A love song that harmonizes Auto-Tune with passionate lyrics |
| 72east | Better Half (feat. JEONGHAN of SEVENTEEN)Omoinotake |  play_arrow | A touching ballad with a long-distance relationship theme |
| 73east | Lovely BabyPEDRO |  play_arrow | Ayuni D’s sultry love song |
| 74east | ContrastTOMOO |  play_arrow | A love song that sings of the joy and heartache of unrequited love |
| 75east | Only the two of us in this worldano |  play_arrow | A love song that depicts a secret space shared by two lovers |
| 76east | AutomaticUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Utada Hikaru’s debut song expresses the complexities of love. |
| 77east | Your Song for YouKawasaki Takaya |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that expresses Takaya Kawasaki’s deep feelings for his beloved |
| 78east | I wish I were the one you liked.Te ga kuriimu pan |  play_arrow | Cream Bun, a ballad depicting a woman who cannot express her feelings |
| 79east | DarlingDream |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song from a woman's perspective |
| 80east | Planet of Love ‘You’Tomioka Ai | play_arrow | Winter night sky, a journey to the planet of love |
| 81east | A flower of no colorUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Hikaru Utada: Pure Love and Hope in a Drama Theme Song |
| 82east | Because together, we are one.Dear |  play_arrow | Expressing the pure feelings of a girl in love through song |
| 83east | Shapes Of LoveEvery Little Thing |  play_arrow | A pure heart wavering in its feelings for the one it loves |
| 84east | First loveFlower |  play_arrow | A bittersweet song about feelings for someone you love |
| 85east | I love you.Inoue Sonoko |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings about the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love |
| 86east | In the midst of the trivialHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A heartwarming love song that tenderly portrays affection |
| 87east | It’s love, right?wacci |  play_arrow | A heartwarming love song that cheers on romance |
| 88east | Happy endingOhtaki Eiichi |  play_arrow | Eiichi Ohtaki’s first love song in 12 years. A major hit with 970,000 copies sold. |
| 89east | Love WindIkuta Rira |  play_arrow | Gently singing the bewilderment and pounding of a love’s beginning |
| 90east | Why did I end up falling in love with you?Tōhōshinki |  play_arrow | A ballad that portrays the poignancy of heartbreak and love |
| 91east | AitaiKato Miria |  play_arrow | A song by Miliyah Kato that sings of the bittersweetness of love. |
| 92east | I want to be your lover.Abe Mao |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love. |
| 93east | Selfish JulietBOØWY |  play_arrow | A romantic classic by BOØWY that portrays love |
| 94east | JulianPurinsesu Purinsesu |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad by Princess Princess |
| 95east | Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | Keisuke Kuwata’s classic love rock song achieves million-seller status |
| 96east | Because I like you.Yuika |  play_arrow | A song that sings about the pure first love of a teenage girl |
| 97east | You’re My Only Shinin’ StarNagayama Miho |  play_arrow | A classic by Miho Nakayama. It envelops her feelings for her lover. |
| 98east | ObsessedAyumu Imazu |  play_arrow | A song that sings about love with a catchy, pop melody |
| 99east | dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo |  play_arrow | Hitoto Yo’s famous song, an immortal masterpiece that sings of love and peace |
| 100east | An unfinished love song I’ve been working on foreverHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | A ballad that gently portrays love built over time |
| 101east | more than anyoneBE:FIRST |  play_arrow | BE:FIRST’s ballad of wistfulness and love |
| 102east | Lovers AgainEXILE |  play_arrow | EXILE’s mature romantic ballad |
| 103east | Tears are about to fall.[Alexandros] | ![Tears are about to fall.[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-JE55OiCe3Y/default.jpg) play_arrow | A lonely protagonist falls in fateful love and is enveloped in happiness. |
| 104east | Happy Endingback number |  play_arrow | A poignant tale of parting, a heart-touching masterpiece |
| 105east | I loved (it/you)erica |  play_arrow | A ballad that weaves the pain of heartbreak together with the piano |
| 106east | I stillmilet |  play_arrow | milet’s exquisite ballad as a movie theme song |
| 107east | You know what,are-kun &『yuika’} |  play_arrow | A duet song depicting the budding feelings of spring love |
| 108east | Until my love reaches you.sutopuri |  play_arrow | A love song perfect for Valentine’s Day |
| 109east | string telephonenatori |  play_arrow | A story about a protagonist with a closed heart who is changed by love |
| 110east | Someone like you.riria. |  play_arrow | A new song that sings of Riria’s heartrending unrequited love. |
| 111east | presentMarushii |  play_arrow | A love song that conveys affection while hiding shyness |
| 112east | A bouquet of happinessMarushii |  play_arrow | Expressing gratitude and romantic feelings for someone special |
| 113east | wishMarushii |  play_arrow | Marcy’s love song, anime ending theme |
| 114east | Surely more than anyone else in the worldNagayama Miho |  play_arrow | A smash-hit ballad by Miho Nakayama and WANDS |
| 115east | Challenge the theory of relativityNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | Nogizaka46's new song that expresses feelings of love through the theory of relativity |
| 116east | I love you.Otsuka Ai |  play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s heartfelt love song that sings of deep love |
| 117east | Freesia—More than liking, I love you—Kudō Shizuka |  play_arrow | A love song that sings of the aching feelings for someone you can’t meet |
| 118east | Lov UShibuya Subaru |  play_arrow | Track(s) included on Shibutani Subaru’s new album “Lov U” |
| 119east | AzaleaYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s ballad depicts love for someone lost |
| 120east | aloeFunatsu Mahiro |  play_arrow | A song that gently embraces the feelings of an ambiguous love |
| 121east | Even though I love you more than anyone else.ACE COLLECTION |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring song that beautifully sings of love |
| 122east | StoryAI |  play_arrow | An AI cheer song, a moving piece that sings of love |
| 123east | Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48 |  play_arrow | A cute love song by AKB48, with Sashihara as center. |
| 124east | Merry XmasBoA |  play_arrow | Enjoying BoA's classic Christmas songs |
| 125east | If I Fall in LoveCrystal Kay |  play_arrow | Crystal Kay's masterpiece, a heart-touching classic |
| 126east | Osaka LoverDREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | Singing the bittersweet feelings of a long-distance romance |
| 127east | A person who loves springGLAY |  play_arrow | A powerful song that sings of hope for spring and new encounters |
| 128east | 366 daysHY |  play_arrow | HY’s signature song “Akai Ito” is a love song. |
| 129east | Stay by my side.JUJU |  play_arrow | JUJU's captivating love songs |
| 130east | My favorite person in the worldKAN |  play_arrow | KAN's heartwarming classic that sings of love and hope |
| 131east | To love and liveKing&Prince |  play_arrow | King & Prince movie theme song, a song of hope |
| 132east | Freedom and HysteriaMy Hair is Bad |  play_arrow | Music of the Heart Portraying Conflict and Freedom |
| 133east | A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly |  play_arrow | Encouraging people with a powerful singing voice |
| 134east | Sweetest TuneTravis Japan |  play_arrow | Travis Japan’s love song colors the heart. |
| 135east | CHE.R.RYYUI |  play_arrow | A classic song about the troubles of being in love |
| 136east | I want to be lovedYumcha |  | Yumcha’s unrequited love song goes viral on social media |
| 137east | Good nightaiko |  play_arrow | Aiko’s songs that portray the joy and heartache of love |
| 138east | B.M.S.idom |  play_arrow | A warm singing voice wraps this cherished moment |
| 139east | Unrequited lovemiwa |  play_arrow | A touching song by miwa that sings about the feelings of unrequited love. |
| 140east | I want to be your cat.moon drop |  play_arrow | Moon Drop's new song: pure first love and everyday happiness |
| 141east | Reasons I like youwacci |  play_arrow | A song of deep bonds woven by layers of love |
| 142east | Flower of loveaimyon |  play_arrow | The Ranman theme song with a floral motif: a melody of hope and love |
| 143east | Maiden in Loveikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A heartfelt song about youthful love |
| 144east | Rabbitkyanai |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song of a trembling heart that transcends the past |
| 145east | Don’t stop lovingshimamo |  play_arrow | A poignant song that depicts Shimamono’s heartrending love |
| 146east | I wonder why.takayan |  play_arrow | A poignant tale of unrequited love |
| 147east | Banzai ~ So glad I loved you ~Urufuruzu |  play_arrow | A happy song about someone you love dearly |
| 148east | I wannaTomioka Ai |  play_arrow | An emotive song portraying the poignancy and depth of love |
| 149east | It was all you.Yamazaki Masayoshi |  play_arrow | A timeless masterpiece from Yamazaki that resonates with the heart, mourning a lost love |
| 150east | One Lovearashi |  play_arrow | Arashi’s love song from Boys Over Flowers |
| 151east | Our happiest life together.Hirai Dai |  play_arrow | Hirai Dai’s heartwarming love song depicts a happy everyday life. |
| 152east | You are honeydew.Hinatazaka46 |  play_arrow | A love song with a melon motif, special feelings |
| 153east | Can I try saying “I love you”?Matsushita Kohei |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that honestly conveys love |
| 154east | Midsummer FruitKuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | Keisuke Kuwata’s Songs of Chigasaki and the Sea |
| 155east | How many times have I read over the lyrics of LOVE SONG?Sakurazaka46 |  play_arrow | A love song that portrays the poignancy and sweetness of romance |
| 156east | I like you.Shimizu Shota |  play_arrow | Shota Shimizu’s song conveys a straightforward, heartfelt feeling. |
| 157east | SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | The allure of conveying love through Masaharu Fukuyama’s songs |
| 158east | like; to like; fond ofNishino Kana |  play_arrow | Kana Nishino's love songs resonate with the heart. |
| 159east | I really hate it, but thank you.Aoyama Teruma |  play_arrow | Thelma Aoyama, known for her fashion transformations |
| 160east | PairingOnda Masanori |  play_arrow | Masanori Onda’s bittersweet love song resonates with the heart. |
| 161east | Thinking of youKEISUKE |  play_arrow | A heartfelt song that sings of the bittersweetness and tenderness of unrequited love. |
| 162east | to fall in loveSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | A song about the heart-pounding moment from friends to lovers |
| 163east | heartaimyon |  play_arrow | A song about discovering what you love |
| 164east | Leading someone on is a serious offense!arekunn |  play_arrow | A song depicting unrequited love for a teasing/flirtatious person |
| 165east | Tokimeki Part 1supittsu |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that portrays the contradictory emotions of love |
| 166east | My cute unrequited loveOtoniriame |  play_arrow | Cute love song, a cheering song for youth |
| 167east | Mutual loveGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A poignant song that sings of deep love and longing for another |
| 168east | We’re officially a couple!HoneyWorks feat. Hattori Juri (CV: Sakura Ayane) |  play_arrow | A song that candidly expresses anxieties and wishes about love |
| 169east | Tell me more and more about you.Juliet |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song that sings of a maiden’s unrequited feelings |
| 170east | I want to talk about something trivial.Leina |  play_arrow | A heartrending love song that portrays the feelings of unrequited love! |
| 171east | Love wordsTani Yuuki |  play_arrow | A heartwarming coming-of-age love song that portrays love just as it is |
| 172east | Blue Springakane (Otoniae) |  play_arrow | A cute love song that portrays the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love |
| 173east | Love is hard.riria. |  play_arrow | Lilia’s love song portrays the romances unfolding on social media. |
| 174east | Pink Unrequited LoveMatsuura Aya |  play_arrow | The cuteness of a girl's unrequited love song |
| 175east | fragileEvery Little Thing |  play_arrow | Just because you love each other doesn’t mean things will always go well... |
| 176east | suddenlyFIELD OF VIEW |  play_arrow | The feeling of heart-fluttering excitement at reuniting with someone you had forgotten... |
| 177east | The Door to TomorrowI WiSH |  play_arrow | When you meet someone you like in your youth, liking... |
| 178east | Unrequited Love DialOtsuka Ai |  play_arrow | Warming up or cooling down these fluttering feelings of love in a microwave… |
| 179east | Two LipsEXILE |  play_arrow | A powerful song by EXILE with the theme of love |
| 180east | balladKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | The emotions of love, with love songs healing the heart. |