Recommended ballad songs for women
When you’re alone at night, when you want to calm your mind, or when something hurts so much you feel like crying…
We’ve gathered a collection of ballads recommended for women to listen to during those moments.
Alongside tracks by trending artists, we’ve selected popular love songs and classic karaoke staples from a wide range of perspectives, so even if you usually only listen to up-tempo music, take this opportunity to give these a try.
Both the melodies and the lyrics are easy to make out, so take your time and immerse yourself in each song’s world.
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Recommended ballad songs for women (101–110)
rainMoritaka Chisato
It was released in 1990 as Chisato Moritaka’s 11th single.
Issued as the lead single from the album “Kokon Tozai,” the song is a ballad that links the sadness of rain with heartbreak.
It has been covered by many artists and is considered one of Moritaka’s signature songs.
signJUJU
The theme song for the film adaptation of the TBS drama “Shinzanmono,” titled “The Wings of the Kirin.” What does “sign” mean? Within the story—where a son who had misunderstood his deceased father follows in his footsteps and comes to realize how deeply he was loved—it signifies the signs of love he received.
It conveys what “sign” means to that person.
EternalJin Akanishi
A ballad by Jin Akanishi, who went independent after leaving KAT-TUN.
He wrote both the lyrics and music, and it’s said he gifted the song when a friend was getting married.
He was already known for his strong vocal ability, and the straightforward lyrics expressing happiness are also appealing.
It’s a love song brimming with joy that seems perfect for various celebratory occasions, and he looks wonderful performing it.
Swallowtail Butterfly ~A Love Song~YEN TOWN BAND
This is a song sung by Chara, who plays Glico, the vocalist of YEN TOWN BAND featured in the film Swallowtail.
It’s set in an imagined immigrant town, and its distinctive worldview and striking color palette create visuals that are unforgettable after a single viewing—pure Iwai world.
I think many people were drawn into Chara’s music because of this work.
ALL FOR YOUAmuro Namie
Released in 2004 as Namie Amuro’s 27th single.
It was chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV Tuesday 10 p.m.
drama “Before You Become a Memory,” starring Alisa Mizuki, marking her first drama theme song in about six years.
With a gem-like melody and enveloping vocals, it is a grand ballad.
Recommended ballad songs for women (111–120)
Fly Me to the MoonKobayashi Kei
It’s a jazz standard.
Translated into Japanese, the title means “Take Me to the Moon,” and it’s a highly popular song performed in various arrangements such as 4-beat and bossa nova.
It is also known as the ending theme of the anime Neon Genesis Evangelion.
Kei Kobayashi debuted as a jazz vocalist at the age of 20 and has been active both in Japan and abroad.
Your EyesYamashita Tatsuro
It was originally written for his wife, Mariya Takeuchi, but was rejected and later included on the 1982 album “FOR YOU.” It was subsequently self-covered and released to the world as Takeuchi’s song as the theme for the TBS drama “Ando Lloyd.” In other words, it became a song that was provided after a 31-year interval.