[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!
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[From a woman's perspective] Bright Unrequited Love Songs (51–60)
So it wasn’t me, huh.riria.
A heart-stirring ballad by Riria.
that gently embraces the delicate emotions of a woman tossed around by someone’s misleading behavior.
With a tender, translucent voice, she vividly portrays a woman who struggles with helpless longing yet cannot sever her lingering feelings.
Released digitally in October 2021, the song also drew major attention with its music video that premiered the same year.
If you sing it earnestly at karaoke, it’s sure to resonate with anyone who knows the pain of heartbreak.
It’s a song that quietly stays by the side of those facing a farewell with someone dear.
I love you so much, up and down.Boku ga mitakatta aozora
This work delivers overflowing emotions in their entirety.
It vividly portrays the complex feelings of romance—exhilaration, anxiety, and the mix of hope and uncertainty.
The song, which is the fourth single from Boku ga Mitakatta Aozora, was created with lyrics by Yasushi Akimoto, composition by youth case, and arrangement by Satoshi Hanamura.
Released in November 2024, the single also includes the theme song “Sky-Colored Splash” and the insert song “My Friends” from the feature-length animated film We’ll Do Our Best.
A dance video by center member Nia Yagi on TikTok sparked buzz, and the music video surpassed one million views, drawing significant attention.
With lyrics that empathize with those in love and a pop sound, it’s perfect for anyone in the midst of romance.
Feeling in loveNishino Kana
A love song by Kana Nishino that portrays the struggles of two people who are more than friends but not quite lovers.
The secret feelings harbored for a longtime best friend are expressed with heartrending delicacy.
Even when the mind has given up, the heart can’t help but hold onto a faint hope—an emotion anyone who’s experienced unrequited love can relate to.
Featured on the album “with LOVE,” this track was released in November 2014 and captured the hearts of many listeners.
It’s a must-listen for anyone wavering between friendship and romance.
My cute unrequited loveOtoniriame
The women’s music unit “Onria-me.” It’s pronounced “Neriame,” and their appeal lies in punchy tracks born from the powerful tag team of Akari, who handles arrangement and trackmaking, and Akane, who writes lyrics and composes.
Their song “Kawaii Watashi no Kataomoi” (“My Cute Crush”) features adorable lyrics that portray a girl’s heart—devoted to the boy she likes but unable to be honest about her feelings.
Both members handle the vocals, and their girlish voices, perfectly matching the song’s vibe, become more addictive the more you listen.
The MV’s pop-style illustrations will draw you right in, too!
From a Woman's Perspective: Bright Unrequited Love Songs (61–70)
Loud Voice DiamondAKB48
When it comes to idol songs, many of them are about love, aren’t they? A quintessential idol group, AKB48, released their 10th single “Oogoe Diamond” in 2008, with Atsuko Maeda and Jurina Matsui in the center positions.
Unrequited love tends to make you moody and overthink things, even feel down.
This song blows away those feelings, making you feel a pure, straightforward “I just really like that person!” If you ever lose sight of the essence of love, give it a listen.
Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48
It’s the AKB48 song from 2014 that’s famous for having Rino Sashihara as the center.
It’s a very positive unrequited-love song.
With girlish lyrics, a poppy, catchy melody, and adorable choreography, it’s the quintessential idol song!
The decisive battle is on Friday.DREAMS COME TRUE
It’s an unrequited love song released by DREAMS COME TRUE in 1992.
For someone in unrequited love, what would the big event, the day of the showdown, be? What does the title “Friday of the Showdown” hold? When that important day comes, you want to express your feelings and put a period on those shy yet swelling days of growing affection, don’t you.
It’s a little embarrassing, though.
This song radiates a powerful energy.
Let’s do our best and move toward happiness! It’s a cheer song for anyone in unrequited love.