Unrequited love songs recommended for women in their 40s: classic and popular Japanese tracks

one halfKawamoto Makoto

【MV】Makoto Kawamoto “1/2”

A single released by Makoto Kawamoto in 1997.

Its brisk, youthfully energetic vibe is absolutely cute.

It sold around 800,000 copies, becoming the biggest hit of her career.

A fresh track that’s perfect for early spring.

SUMMER CANDLESAnri

SUMMER CANDLES

A work released in 1988 by singer-songwriter Anri.

It’s a laid-back, relaxing song that movingly expresses the feelings of a woman who realizes that someone truly important to her has been this close all along.

I think it’s a song that will make the performer feel good as well.

ANNIVERSARY ~ Infinitely Calling YouMatsutōya Yumi

Yumi Matsutoya – ANNIVERSARY ~Endlessly Calling You~

Yuming has many smart love songs.

This track shines a light on the small happiness of how any ordinary day becomes an anniversary as long as you’re with the one you love.

It’s one of the staple songs for wedding receptions and has also been used for congratulatory melody telegrams.

My boyfriend is left-handed.Asaoka Megumi

Megumi Asaoka: My Boyfriend Is Left-Handed

Megumi Asaoka, who became famous at the time for her “princess hairstyle.” This 1973 release was memorable for its unique choreography where she fluttered her left hand.

It’s the only one of her songs to reach No.

1 on the Oricon charts.

A mutual-love song with a slightly sulky vibe that’s absolutely adorable.

I BELIVEKahara Tomomi

Tomomi Kahala – I BELIEVE (Audio)

Continuing to have unwavering feelings for someone may seem simple, but it can be painful and even agonizing.

These lyrics capture the bittersweet emotions of a woman.

There are times when you want to lean on someone, and times when you feel like screaming out your pain.

You can really feel the sorrow of unrequited love.

Shapes Of LoveEvery Little Thing

Every Little Thing / Shapes Of Love（from「ELT 15th Anniversary Concert Tour “ORDINARY”」）

“Shapes Of Love” is Every Little Thing’s sixth single, released in 1997.

It’s not about the pain of unrequited love, but rather about truly enjoying it—a very upbeat, empowering song that lifts your spirits.

single bedSha ran Q

Sharam Q “Single Bed” (Music Video)

Lyrics that look back on those ordinary yet joyfully shared days—days we can never return to.

It’s a song that makes you feel the importance of things you only realize after losing them.

Tsunku’s sweet, sensual voice—now no longer something we can hear—is simply the best.