Masterpieces about girls: recommended popular songs

around two o’clockaiko

With Lyrics: Around Two O'Clock – aiko (included on the best album “Matome I”) piano and vocal cover.

When it comes to love songs, many people immediately think of aiko.

This is a song quintessentially her, capturing the pain and the butterflies of love.

It’s popular for its unique perspective: the protagonist has been cheated on, yet the song explores what happens if she tries to sing about it as positively as possible.

If someone felt about me the way the lyrics describe, I’d find them so dear that I could never cheat.

It’s a song that portrays a woman’s heart—bright yet anguished, and pure.

plus-minusaiko

aiko - “Plus-Minus” music video

This is a song by aiko, who is very popular as a spokesperson for women’s hearts.

In particular, the music video for this track became a hot topic for its high level of “yandere” vibes, depicting her entering her ex-lover’s room.

While the music video is creepy, the song itself has a cute feel, so it’s recommended for women who are feeling emotionally unwell.

AitaiKato Miria

Miliyah Kato - “Aitai”

This is a song by Miliyah Kato, an artist who enjoys strong support especially among women in their late twenties and up.

Her lyrics often use straightforward expressions, so many of her songs and phrases stick in your mind after just one listen.

This song, too, is filled with the feelings of a woman in love and the bittersweet pain of not being noticed by the person she likes.

Lonely HeartsKato Miria

Miliyah Kato 'Lonely Hearts'

When times are tough, I imagine many women listen to the song “Lonely Hearts.” In its music video, women hurt for various reasons appear, and it’s a song that deeply resonates with women who feel emptiness, loneliness, and an inescapable sense of isolation.

I want the person I love to love me back; I don’t want anyone to hurt me; I want my existence to be acknowledged.

It’s filled with such heartrending feelings, and just listening makes your chest tighten.

It’s a song I hope women going through hard times will listen to.

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

sasashina

Report a problem

Song of LoveKōda Kumi

Kumi Koda / “Ai no Uta” (from the new album “WINTER of LOVE”)

This is one of Kumi Koda’s signature songs, showcasing the powerful vocals and delicate vibrato that move listeners and lead Japan’s music scene.

It’s a love ballad about tucking away memories of a former lover and taking a step forward, and it’s a popular number among younger women.

Half-GirlKoizumi Kyoko

Kyoko Koizumi Half Girl

The female singer Kyoko Koizumi, also known by her nickname “Kyon Kyon.” The song in the video was released in 1983 as her sixth single.

Its charm lies in the cute lyrics that capture the feelings of a girl gradually growing up.

Perhaps some of you even devoted your youth to her?

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

Araki Jakkan

Report a problem

Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number

back number – Takane no Hanako-san (full)

Although the band is popular among women, this song expresses the excitement of having a crush, so listening to it will surely make you want to fall in love.

It’s definitely a track I want you to hear.