[Love Songs] Must-Relate! A Selection of Japanese Love Songs with Great Lyrics

PairingOnda Masanori

"Pairing" / Masanori Onda

A love song from Masanori Onda, known for his sweet yet bittersweet vocals.

It’s a track we hope not only young couples but also long-married pairs will listen to.

The lyrics, which portray the joyful moment of giving a ring on an anniversary, could be the perfect cue to reaffirm your feelings for each other.

Released in February 2024, the song captured many hearts, racking up over 130,000 views on YouTube shortly after its debut.

It’s also great to listen to while reminiscing about memories with someone special—sure to deepen the bond between you both.

JEWEL SONGBoA

BoA – Jewel Song

A heartwarming ballad that portrays a love that shines eternally like a gemstone.

BoA’s mature vocals gently convey deep feelings for a cherished person.

Released in December 2002, this song is also known as the theme for the drama “All About Eve.” The lyrics, imbued with the desire to hold the couple’s memories close—like stars shining in the winter night sky—leave a lasting impression.

It’s a perfect choice for wedding background music.

Also recommended for special moments with a loved one or when you want to express gratitude to someone important.

Baby, I love youTEE

TEE – Baby, I Love You

TEE’s love song “Baby I Love You” is a straightforward ode to clumsy, unrequited feelings.

Lyrics like “I can’t sleep at night when I think of you” and “I want to tell you how I feel, but I just can’t” pierce the heart with their bittersweet honesty.

TEE began composing while studying abroad in Toronto, and this track also features a stylish sound with a hint of Western pop influence.

It’s a song we’d especially like those with a crush to hear.

Why not add it to your playlist?

I can’t help falling in loveIwasaki Hiromi

I can't help falling in love

It’s quite an old song, but I’ve long hoped someone would cover it! When people hear Hiromi Iwasaki, they probably only think of Cinderella Honeymoon that impression that impressionists imitate, but there’s so much more to her.

Even when I rewatch old footage, her vocal ability is truly outstanding.

It’s a song that straightforwardly sings about how you just can’t help falling in love—that’s what love is like, isn’t it?

like; to like; fond ofNishino Kana

Kana Nishino 'Suki' MV (short ver.)

This is a captivating song with lyrics that express a bittersweet love straight from the heart and a melody that speaks directly to the listener.

It carefully portrays small moments with someone you love and the pure feelings you have for them, making it a piece anyone can relate to.

Released in October 2014, it was used as the Tuesday theme song for Fuji TV’s “Mezamashi TV.” It is also included on Kana Nishino’s album “with LOVE.” This track is recommended not only for those in love, but also for anyone who wants to reaffirm their feelings for someone important.

So sad I can’t bear itTabe Mikako

Mikako Tabe - So Sad I Can’t Stand It

It’s a song by the classic group The Folk Crusaders that Mikako Tabe covered in a film, which drew a lot of attention.

It has been covered before by artists like Tamio Okuda, but this love song is filled with the feeling that those painful, aching emotions aren’t something you want to tell just anyone—you want to convey them to the one you care about.