[Unrequited Love Songs] Lyrics that hit home! A collection of unforgettable, gem-like love songs

You let me do as I please, and yet…arekunn

You’re the one who let me fall for you / Arekun [Official Music Video]

Amid its sweet, poppy sound, this work offers glimpses of aching emotion.

The lyrics capture the feeling of being tossed around by someone you like and the sorrow of longing to be loved yet not being rewarded.

Arekun’s gentle vocals beautifully convey the delicate emotions of a girl in love.

Released in September 2020, the song became a major hit with over 10 million views on YouTube, and is cherished by many listeners as a track that resonates with those suffering from unrequited love or struggling with romance.

If you listen while thinking of the person you like, it will strike an even deeper chord.

On nights when I’m too lonely to sleepAimer

Aimer 'On Nights When I’m Too Lonely to Sleep'

Aimer’s hugely popular unrequited-love song, which has drawn attention from music fans for her party-like husky voice that captivates many listeners and the unique world of her music.

The lyrics, expressing a pure love so strong that thinking of a precious person keeps you up at night, continue to enchant listeners.

NAOHY

SOLIDEMO / NAO（HY cover）

It’s a ballad that pierces the chest with the pain of unrequited love.

The song is included on HY’s 2006 album “Confidence,” by the Okinawa-born mix-genre band, and tells a story created by vocalist Izumi Nakasone based on a close friend’s real experience.

The piece vividly portrays the inner conflict of a woman who knows the person she likes has feelings for someone else and won’t return her affection, yet she just can’t give up.

The clear, airy vocals riding over the piano melody further highlight the sorrow of a love that won’t reach its destination.

It’s a must-listen for anyone who finds themselves empathizing with the urge to cling on, even as they sense the person they love slowly changing.

I wish you were hereLEGO BIG MORL

LEGO BIG MORL “I Wish You Were Here” Music Video

A signature song by the rock band LEGO BIG MORL, whose unforgettable, striking melodies and clear high-tone vocals captivate listeners.

The lyrics, filled with the sorrow of losing a beloved partner, draw people in, making it a timeless classic.

I long to see you now.MISIA

MISIA – Aitakute Ima (Official HD Music Video)

A song by MISIA that sings of a heartrending love.

With crystal-clear vocals, the lyrics weave feelings for a precious person who has drifted away.

Released in December 2009 and used as the theme song for the drama “JIN,” this moving track perfectly complements the show’s worldview, which portrays a love that transcends time and space.

It will surely resonate with those who ache for someone far away or who carry the loneliness of being unable to meet.

The emotional highs and lows conveyed through MISIA’s overwhelming vocal prowess are bound to bring tears to your eyes.

Moon Song[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Moon Song (MV)

A smash-hit unrequited love song by [Alexandros], an artist who represents today’s Japanese rock scene with an unparalleled high-tone voice and commanding performances.

The lyrics, which portray the feeling of being at a loss after losing someone you loved dearly, have resonated with many listeners.

Love SongGO!GO!7188

Koi no Uta – GO!GO!7188

When it comes to unrequited love songs, GO!GO!7188’s “Koi no Uta” is an absolute must.

Ever since its 2000 release, it’s been cherished as a true classic among classics.

The lyrics, which portray the feelings of having a crush in a candid, straightforward way, are sure to resonate.

The unhurried tempo and the heart‑trembling melody—everything perfectly matches the emotions of unrequited love.

It’s bittersweet yet somehow warmly comforting—a song to treasure.

Be sure to savor the emotional instrumental break and outro, too!

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