Unrequited love songs of the Heisei era. Those nostalgic classic tunes.
For those who want to listen to Heisei-era unrequited love songs, I’ve picked out some classics!
When you’re in love, these songs can lift your spirits or gently accompany you through the tough moments.
That’s true no matter the generation of the music.
If you’re especially curious about unrequited love songs from the Heisei era, be sure to check out the tracks on this list.
You might find the song you’ve been looking for—or discover a new favorite!
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Heisei-Era Unrequited Love Songs: Those Nostalgic Classics (71–80)
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A song worthy of being called an iconic hit of the Heisei era, this is DA PUMP’s 12th single.
Distinct from the group’s signature dance music, it stands out with its lyrical melody and suave rap.
Released in September 2000, it peaked at No.
11 on the Oricon charts and was also featured in a Sharp commercial.
The lyrics depict a bittersweet love, expressing feelings for the other person through repeated “what if” scenarios.
It’s a perfect track for anyone wanting to reminisce about the sweet-and-sour romances of their school days or for those harboring unrequited feelings.
The Future Projection IIDREAMS COME TRUE
A quintessential masterpiece of the Heisei era! The lyrics, depicting deep love that never fades with time, resonate with many people.
Included on the album “LOVE GOES ON…,” released in November 1989, this song has since been re-recorded in various forms and featured across numerous media.
Notably, in 2007 it was used as an insert song in a film, continuing to be cherished across generations.
The musicality woven by Miwa Yoshida’s overwhelming vocals and Masato Nakamura’s arrangements gently envelops the listener’s heart.
With its relaxed melody line, it’s also easy to sing at karaoke—why not try singing it together with someone special?
The decisive battle is on Friday.DREAMS COME TRUE
This is the 11th single by DREAMS COME TRUE, a song that boasts enduring popularity across a wide audience thanks to its overwhelming vocal power and striking impact.
Chosen as the theme song for Fuji TV’s program “Ureshi Tanoshi Daisuki,” it captured the hearts of even more listeners.
The lyrics, which express the rising excitement towards Friday and the anticipation of spending time with someone special, likely resonated with many people.
Its comfortable mid-tempo rhythm and funky sound reminiscent of Earth, Wind & Fire are guaranteed to liven up any karaoke session.
Released in September 1992, this work became DREAMS COME TRUE’s first million-seller and continues to be loved by many to this day.
Unrequited Love Songs of the Heisei Era: Those Nostalgic Classics (81–90)
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Released in November 2015, this song is about feelings toward a former lover.
Among aiko’s songs, it’s highly relatable.
I felt that when many people fall in love, they end up liking someone who’s just a little out of their league, like in this song.
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A three-piece rock band whose heartrending lyrics and moving melodies resonate with many, back number’s 20th single.
Released in February 2019, the music video—featuring a performance in an empty restaurant that conveys loneliness—also leaves a strong impression.
It deftly portrays the bittersweetness of unrequited love, and with Iyori Shimizu’s sharp guitar work and Takeshi Kobayashi’s production, it pierces deeply into listeners’ hearts.
It’s a highly recommended track for anyone experiencing unrequited love right now.
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“Anison?” “A song used for a comedy routine?” When you first heard the title, many of you might have imagined something like that, right? In reality, it’s a love song that portrays the slightly bittersweet feelings of a man who falls in love at first sight with a woman whose beautiful smile seems far beyond his reach, and who finds himself drowning in her charm.
With comments like “The rhythm is addictive” and “Even though it’s an unrequited-love song, it’s refreshing and makes you want to keep listening,” it continues to captivate many listeners.
If you’ve ever experienced unrequited love, you’ll surely relate to the feeling of thinking about the person you like and imagining what it would be like if the two of you ended up together!
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It’s a song by CreepHyp released in 2016 that’s irresistibly emo, capturing the frustration of not being able to convey your feelings well to someone you like.
If you’ve ever had a one-sided crush, you’ll feel that sharp pang of empathy for the hope that “if we spend a little more time together, maybe they’ll start to like me?” Because you can’t bring yourself to make a bold move, you end up wanting the other person to take action.
If you’re in the middle of a one-sided love and listen to this track, it might just give you the resolve to think, “I’ve got to make a move and show them how I feel!”