Recommended for Gen Z! Classic love songs sung by female artists
Even when we say “love song,” the expressions change depending on perspective—men and women often see things differently.
Especially nowadays, when people say romance is on the decline, that gap shows up clearly in songs too.
So this time, we’re introducing love songs performed by female artists that we recommend for Gen Z.
Of course, we’ve selected tracks that anyone—men included, and those from different generations—can enjoy for their differing viewpoints and expressions, so be sure to check them out!
We hope you’ll find at least one song you love.
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Recommended for Gen Z! Classic love songs sung by female artists (1–10)
I want to tell you how I feel (my love)aimyon
Singer-songwriter Aimyon, who enjoys tremendous support from younger generations for her distinctive lyrical world and razor-sharp messages.
Her major-label second single, released in May 2017, is a track characterized by a funky arrangement.
The lyrics capture the frustration of wanting to express love but not being able to convey it well—something many listeners can likely relate to.
The music video, shot in a single take of about four minutes, leaves a strong impression with Aimyon’s natural presence.
In May 2020, the song surpassed 100 million streams, becoming a beloved piece across a wide range of ages.
It’s a sultry and sentimental love song that we especially recommend to anyone harboring unspoken feelings for their partner.
The love song won’t stopikimonogakari
Ikimonogakari is a duo known for heartwarming lyrics and catchy melodies.
Their 27th single, used as the theme for a Calpis Water commercial, sings of feelings that grow stronger even when apart and a love too deep for words.
Released in July 2014, the song peaked at No.
6 on the Oricon charts.
Brimming with positive, forward-looking energy, it’s a track that exemplifies Ikimonogakari’s musical style.
This song about feelings for someone you love is also a karaoke favorite.
As a youthful love song that captures the bittersweetness of first romance, it’s perfect for anyone in love.
Orange NotebookMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto
Known as one of Momoiro Clover Z’s signature songs, this track is featured on their first album, “Battle and Romance.” Released in July 2011, it’s a song packed with the group’s energetic, high-spirited charm.
The lyrics, depicting the end of a school day, beautifully capture the brilliance of youth and the bittersweet pangs of first love.
The words that spell out feelings for someone special bring back that sweet-and-sour emotion many of us have experienced.
Blending Momoiro Clover Z’s characteristic brightness with a hint of melancholy in perfect balance, this song is sure to resonate with women navigating the ups and downs of love.
Recommended for Gen Z! Classic love songs sung by female artists (11–20)
You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO
SHISHAMO’s debut single captures the heat of summer and the sparkle of youth.
Its humid atmosphere and wistful melody perfectly convey both the frenzy of a festival crowd and the flutter of young love.
Released in July 2014, the track topped FM802’s OSAKAN HOT 100 for five consecutive weeks, and in 2019 it was also featured in a Nakabayashi commercial.
It’s perfect for anyone chasing the thrill of making summer memories or longing to share special moments with someone they love.
A song you’ll want to play in summer, it brings back the delicate emotions of adolescence.
I Sing a Love Song to You Across a Hundred Years. feat. aixeNatsunose
Composer Natsunose, known for creating songs that evoke nostalgic scenes, has gained widespread popularity.
Released in December 2025 as a collaboration with Yozora Fuyuno’s novel “A Song of Love to You Across a Hundred Years,” this piece recreates in reality the song written by the story’s protagonist.
Featuring vocalist aixe, the track blends her crystal-clear voice with the heartrending narrative in a delicate harmony.
The lyrics, which express feelings that transcend time, may grip your heart even more deeply when listened to after reading the novel.
It’s an emotional song that invites you to fully immerse yourself in its world.
Make you happyNiziU
This song drew attention as a love song from a woman’s perspective.
Above all, the lyrics—filled with the desire to make the other person happy—are especially striking.
NiziU’s clear, luminous vocals amplify that feeling even more.
Released simultaneously in Japan and Korea in June 2020, the track swept music streaming platforms worldwide.
It also went viral on TikTok, with the chorus’s jump-rope dance being imitated by many.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to with someone special—not just a partner.
It’s sure to bring a smile to your face.
Fuzzy NavelConton Candy
A song by the three-piece female rock band Conton Candy that portrays the sweet-and-sour feelings of first love.
Taking inspiration from the cocktail “Fuzzy Navel,” it expresses bittersweet emotions of romance.
Tsumugi’s high-toned vocals are striking, evoking a tight, heart-wrenching sensation in listeners.
Released as a digital single in April 2023, the track became a major topic—particularly on TikTok—and even reached No.
1 on the Billboard charts.
It resonates with many listeners by calling to mind memories of youth and unfulfilled love.
A sweet yet bittersweet coming-of-age song you’ll want to listen to while watching the sunset.