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 (1–10)
Song of PointillismInoue Sonoko
A bittersweet love song perfect for summer: “Tenbyō no Uta” (Pointillism Song).
The track has two versions—Sonoko Inoue’s solo version and a collaboration with Mrs.
GREEN APPLE.
The collab version was used as an insert song in the film “Ao-Natsu: Kimi ni Koi Shita 30-Nichi.” It portrays a fleeting summer romance that many have experienced.
Though the feelings are mutual, reality keeps them from staying together.
Inoue’s solo version heightens the sense of poignancy, while the male-female call-and-response in the collab version adds realism.
Both are equally compelling masterpieces that draw you in emotionally.
PrologueUru
One song, “Prologue,” was chosen as the theme for the 2018 drama Chugakusei Nikki (Middle School Love Diary).
It portrays a very painful, heartrending unrequited love, and combined with Uru’s vocals, just listening to it makes your chest tighten.
Beloved by women going through tough unrequited love—especially those in hopeless romances—it’s a masterpiece everyone should hear at least once.
If you love someone but can’t even express your feelings, you might wish you had never even known they existed… Lyrics that can be taken that way make it impossible to listen without tears.
IHoshino Gen
This is “Watashi,” a ballad by Gen Hoshino, who is active not only as an actor but also as an artist.
It’s a track from his 2019 album “Same Thing.” The lyrics begin with somewhat provocative words that may surprise some listeners.
However, it’s a ballad that frankly expresses how love and hatred are paired emotions, allowing you to savor the unique world of Gen Hoshino’s lyrics.
In any case, his word choice—backed by true literary talent—is outstanding.
It’s a highly recommended number to listen to carefully on a night spent alone.
Recommended Ballad Songs for Women (11–20)
Because I fell in loveaimyon
Starting in her middle school years, Aimyon began writing lyrics and has since released hit songs that capture many hearts.
Her ballad “Koi wo Shita Kara” is included on her 2019 album Momentary Sixth Sense.
Many women may find the lyrics relatable, as they portray the everyday scenes of a woman after a breakup.
Anyone who’s been so heartbroken that they couldn’t even eat will feel the pain all too well.
It’s a song where you can savor Aimyon’s choice of words together with gentle guitar sounds.
Shape of LoveMISIA feat.HIDE(GReeeeN)
This is MISIA’s 35th single, “Ai no Katachi,” released by an artist who has delivered numerous hit songs with outstanding vocal ability and presence since her 1998 debut.
The song was chosen as the theme for the TV drama “Gibo to Musume no Blues,” and also drew attention for being written and composed by Greeeen.
It’s a heartwarming ballad filled with love and gratitude for someone dear.
It gently embraces the hearts of women who have been feeling irritated or on edge lately.
Snow WhiteFlower
This is “Shirayukihime,” a love ballad released by Flower in 2013, created with the world of Snow White as its motif.
Its lyrical lyrics conjure up vivid scenes of snowy white landscapes and the Snow White story.
The feelings of a woman who keeps waiting for her unrequited love overlap with Snow White’s tale.
A story like Snow White, which we read as children, can look completely different when we revisit it as adults, right? I recommend reading Snow White again after listening to this song.
It’s a track you’ll want to savor during some quiet time alone.
If only I could remain at zeroOfisharu Higedan Dism
The melodies and vocals of HIGEDAN’s ballads have a gentle quality that’s perfect for when you want to relax and unwind.
This song is included on the mini-album “MAN IN THE MIRROR,” which was released before their major-label debut.
The lyrics, which sing about the kind of loneliness you feel when parting ways after a fun date with your partner, are something anyone can relate to, aren’t they? You can’t be together every day, and the time from when you last met until the next time can feel almost endless.
HIGEDAN understands and soothes the loneliness you feel.
