Love Hit Song Collection for Gals [A Must-Listen for Heisei-Era Gals]
The concept of “gyaru,” which emerged in the 1980s, has continued to develop as a part of Japanese street culture.
Gyaru culture has created a wide range of fashion styles in step with the times, and it has also sparked many trends beyond fashion.
In this article, we’ll introduce love songs that are popular among gyaru.
We’ve especially highlighted tracks from artists like Ayumi Hamasaki and Kumi Koda, who were hugely popular among gyaru in the 2000s to early 2010s.
Take this opportunity to give them another listen.
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Collection of Love Hit Songs Gals Listen To [A Must-Listen for Heisei Gals] (1–10)
May it be filled with kindnessJUJU
It’s a classic ballad that feels both rock-influenced and grand in its expression of love.
You can sense a strong determination to keep loving no matter what difficulties arise.
Released as a single in February 2009, it also drew attention as the song used in Nissan’s Cube commercial.
It’s also well known that Flower’s cover became the theme song for the 2016 film “Evergreen Love (Shokubutsu Zukan).” JUJU’s powerful yet embracing vocals are sure to gently encourage anyone struggling with love.
It’s the perfect number for when you want to express gratitude to someone special.
Because it makes me want to see youNishino Kana
A poignant love song by Kana Nishino that skillfully portrays the emotional landscape of a woman who acts strong on the outside yet quietly holds on to her loneliness and longing to see someone.
The lyrics, written in relatable, everyday language about growing feelings for an ex-lover, resonated with many and immediately captured the hearts of young women upon release.
Released in June 2009, the song appeared as a lead single from her first album, “LOVE one.” It was also chosen as a POWER PLAY on NTV’s “Music Fighter,” becoming a signature track that brought Kana Nishino’s name to wider recognition.
It’s a song that offers comfort to those unable to recover from the pain of heartbreak or to sever lingering feelings for a former partner.
No way to sayHamasaki Ayumi
Ayu Hamasaki’s 31st single, by an artist who epitomized the Heisei-era music scene and garnered immense support as a fashion icon.
Released in November 2003, the song was featured as the theme for the TBS variety show “Koisuru Hanikami!” and is also known for helping her achieve an unprecedented third consecutive win at the 45th Japan Record Awards.
The lyrics, which portray the frustration of being unable to honestly express your feelings to someone important, intertwine with the winter chill to evoke a heart-wrenching sense of poignancy.
This grand ballad, resounding with beautiful strings, is sure to bring back memories from that time.
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Stop this nightJUJU
That the words “I love you” could sound sadder than “goodbye”…
JUJU, a singer who resonates with many women, released this as her 15th single in November 2010.
It also drew attention as the theme song for the drama Guilty: The Woman Who Made a Pact with the Devil, starring Miho Kanno.
This R&B-tinged ballad conveys a heartfelt wish to stop time even as a breakup feels inevitable.
The dramatic strings and her velvety vocals are sure to bring tears.
If you can’t let go of a love that’s ended, why not try listening to this song for a little emotional detox?
ORIONNakajima Mika
Mika Nakashima’s 27th single, “ORION,” released in 2008, drew attention when it was used as an insert song for the TBS drama “Ryusei no Kizuna.” This ballad delicately portrays both the fragility and the strength of loving someone, with Nakashima’s vocals deeply resonating with listeners.
Whether you’re gazing up at stars shimmering in the winter night sky and reminiscing about a past love, or needing the courage to open your heart to a new beginning, this song will stay close to you and offer warm support.
Mika Nakashima’s sincere approach to music and the authenticity of the emotions she conveys are timeless, and will continue to be cherished by many people in the years to come.
Feeling great!!mihimaru GT
When you just want to get pumped up for the night, this dance tune is essential! It’s the signature track by the male-female duo mihimaru GT, released in May 2006 as their ninth single.
It was featured in the commercial for Dariya’s “Palty” and as the ending theme for the variety show “Skibara,” becoming a huge hit especially among Heisei-era gals.
The lively beat, rapid-fire rap, and soaring vocals make you forget your everyday frustrations in an instant.
Even if every day isn’t perfect, letting yourself sink into the sound will lift your spirits.
It’s the perfect anthem for those times you want to cut loose with friends on a drive or at karaoke, no explanations needed.
SEASONSHamasaki Ayumi
This is the 16th single by Ayumi Hamasaki, the Heisei-era songstress who rose to immense popularity in the 1990s and was even hailed as a “charismatic icon” among high school girls.
Chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “Tenki Yohō no Koibito” (A Weather Forecaster’s Lover), it is known as her biggest hit among the many million-selling tracks she has released.
Conveying the message that even the days we thought would never change and the sorrow of losing them will one day be healed, this exquisite ballad stirs the heart with its poignant melody.
