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A lovely unrequited love song

[From a woman's perspective] A bright/cheerful unrequited love song

There are lots of bittersweet unrequited love songs, but sometimes you want to hear something brighter, right?

And if you’re a woman, you probably want songs from a female perspective!

So in this article, we’ll introduce bright unrequited love songs told from a woman’s point of view.

We’ve gathered a variety of tracks—songs with upbeat lyrics, up-tempo tunes, and ones packed with the sparkle of youth—so give them a listen if you’d like.

They’re perfect for boosting those romantic feelings, finding courage before a confession, or getting through a tough love, too!

[From a woman's perspective] Cheerful unrequited love songs (81–90)

planetariumOtsuka Ai

Ai Otsuka / Planetarium (Short Ver.)
planetariumOtsuka Ai

Ai Otsuka’s song portrays the bittersweet feeling of continuing an unrequited love for someone you can no longer see.

It was used as the image song for the drama Hana Yori Dango starring Mao Inoue.

The days spent with the person you like are filled with an irreplaceable flutter and joy.

But because you’re not actually together, you end up parting in the end.

Even after growing apart, you find yourself reminiscing about the happy times you shared—something that often happens when you’re in unrequited love.

The song captures the delicate, uniquely feminine emotional nuances that fill the loneliness of one-sided love.

SparkleIkuta Rira

Rira Ikuta “Sparkle” Official Music Video
SparkleIkuta Rira

Following Ikuta Lira’s Romance no Yakusoku, which was used as the theme song for ABEMA’s dating show Today, I Fell in Love, this is a newly written track for the new series.

It was created with the wish to craft a song where a beautiful, pure unrequited love is rewarded, so it’s recommended even for those who have fallen for someone they can’t have.

The lyrics, which liken love to shooting stars in the night sky, are wonderful, aren’t they? That single sparkling moment is fleeting yet beautiful—and precious.

This is a supportive song that gently stays close to those feelings of loving someone.

Do Re Mi So La Si DoHinatazaka46

If you’re looking for a refreshing unrequited-love song, I recommend Hinatazaka46’s “Doremisolasido”! With lyrics by Yasushi Akimoto, it was released in 2019 as their second single.

The part that literally sings the musical scale appears multiple times, so you’ll find yourself humming along before you know it.

It’s the perfect track for those moments when you want to cherish that sweet-and-sour, heart-fluttering feeling of just realizing your own romantic feelings.

You are honeydew.Hinatazaka46

Hinatazaka46 “You Are Honeydew”
You are honeydew.Hinatazaka46

It’s a song about love, wrapped in the sweet scent of melon.

Released in May 2024 as Hinatazaka46’s 11th single, it expresses feelings for someone special by comparing them to the fruit honeydew.

The lyric “Among all the melons in the world, only you are special” is especially memorable, and it makes that feeling of being in love bubble up.

Bursting with positive energy, it’s perfect for a summer drive date or chatting with friends.

It’s also recommended when you want to feel optimistic about love or listen while thinking of someone you like.

Pink Unrequited LoveMatsuura Aya

Aya Matsuura – ♡ Peach-Colored Unrequited Love ♡ [PV]
Pink Unrequited LoveMatsuura Aya

It’s a crush song packed with the warm, super-cute feelings of a girl with unrequited love.

It’s adorable how their eyes meet, and how the person she likes even appears in her dreams.

Ayaya’s cute choreography is often imitated, too.

Just so you know, this feeling isn’t love!Tensen Tensei Shoujo.

[MV] “Just so you know, this feeling is not love!” — Tenten (Tensen Tensei Shoujo.)
Just so you know, this feeling isn’t love!Tensen Tensei Shoujo.

It’s a charming song that sweetly captures the bittersweet feelings of a one-sided crush.

It portrays a girl who gets shy in front of the person she likes and can’t quite say how she really feels.

Even as she insists, “It’s not love,” her pounding heart is undeniably cute.

Released in May 2024 by Tensen Tensei Shoujo., this track has also become a fan favorite at live shows.

It’s an uplifting song that cheers on lovestruck girls, so I especially recommend it to anyone currently experiencing a crush.

[From a woman's perspective] Bright unrequited love songs (91–100)

You Your YoursAdachi Kana

Kana Adachi “You Your Yours” (Special Edit)
You Your YoursAdachi Kana

Singer-songwriter Kana Adachi’s “You Your Yours” is a sweet and cute song with a pleasantly bittersweet vibe! Unrequited love often feels overshadowed by sadness, but the heart-pounding excitement and the way you get carried away—things you can only feel during a crush—are irresistible, right? The acoustic guitar’s sparkling tones capture that bursting feeling, paired with a fresh melody and Adachi’s bright, clear vocals that give you a push forward! The music video also gives off a great youthful vibe.