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Recommended love songs for high school students! A handpicked selection of heart-throbbing romance tunes.

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Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
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A person from the melodic hardcore boom generation who loves music, photography, and eating. I’ve been going to live houses for over 20 years. I’m at the age where summer festivals are starting to feel tough physically. I sometimes try shooting live photos and videos for MVs. I’m not great at English, so I often listen to straightforward Japanese rock that hits directly, but if someone recommends something, I’ll listen to anything—Western or Japanese—broadly and casually. I like cooking while listening to music; it’s a nice way to relieve stress.

Romance is inseparable from high school life.

Meeting someone you like and growing closer to them is thrilling and exciting.

Once you become a high school student, your world expands, and many people experience new kinds of love that are a bit different from before.

In this article, we’ve gathered our top recommended love songs that color high school romance.

From unrequited love to mutual love, heartbreak, first love, and more—these are all wonderful tracks that capture many different forms of love!

“If I only had the courage to keep loving,” “I want a song that speaks for my pain,” “I want to know the love songs everyone’s listening to”—these gems that resonate with such feelings are sure to support your heart in love!

Recommended Love Songs for High Schoolers! A Curated Selection of Heart-Fluttering Romance Tracks (101–110)

I wonder why.takayan

I wonder why.

I wonder why.takayan

Takayan’s song, which portrays the ache of unrequited love, is sure to resonate with you as a high schooler.

Released in June 2024, this track captures the pain of feelings that can’t reach the one you like—a song that tightens your chest.

Takayan’s distinctive voice and melodies gently stay by the listener’s side.

Perfect for those troubled by love or searching for their own path, this piece might help you sort through your feelings.

How about listening while thinking of the person you like? You’ll likely discover something new.

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Sentimental KissShio Reira

Reira Ushio / Sentimental Kiss Acoustic ver. (short) [Official Music Video]

Sentimental KissShio Reira

This song by singer-songwriter Reira Ushio expresses episodes of love, accumulated memories, and a sense of bittersweet emotion.

It drew attention after being featured as background music on the dating reality show “Don’t Be Fooled by Him and the Little Wolf-chan.” The gentle sound, which feels like an inner monologue, and the vocals tinged with heartache resonate memorably.

The lyrics, which seem to portray the pain that comes as love continues, are also striking, conveying a sense of poignancy through the shifting emotions.

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Love me more than I dotakane no nadeshiko

Love me more than I do

Love me more than I dotakane no nadeshiko

A song distinguished by a wistful voice, a poignant melody, and lyrics that resonate with the heart.

Sung by Takamine no Nadeshiko, this track was released as a single in June 2024.

The lyrics convey a wish—“Please love me more than I love you”—expressing a lovestruck woman’s anxieties and desire to be cherished.

The song was also performed on Fuji TV’s special program FNS Oni Renchan Kayousai, where it drew attention.

When you feel the urge to reaffirm your love for your partner, give this song a listen—you’re sure to find parts that speak to you.

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I want to see you.iri

iri – I want to see you (Official Audio)

I want to see you.iri

A mid-tempo track from the 2017 EP “life ep.” When the song became available on TikTok in 2019, it went viral as a track that really brings out an “emo” vibe.

Some of you might have used it in your videos! iri’s smoky vocals, the gentle, rain-like tones, and the languid mood create a nicely emotional feel.

The lyrics—complex and delicate—draw you in as they seem to accompany all kinds of romances.

It fits different times of day and is sure to amplify that longing to see someone.

A slightly grown-up love song that speaks for your feelings—it’s bound to resonate with high schoolers too.

Give it a listen when you’re feeling a bit melancholic, or when you want to overlay it with your own crush.

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In loveRyukku to soine gohan

Backpack and Bedtime Rice / Falling in Love [Music Video]

In loveRyukku to soine gohan

Ryuku to Soiné Gohan is a four-piece rock band that drew attention after topping the annual song rankings on the music platform Eggs during their high school days.

Their single Koi wo Shite, released digitally on November 15, 2023, is a refreshing track whose intro features a striking, ear-catching guitar riff.

The lyrics evoke how falling in love can change the way the world looks—something anyone with experience in love will likely relate to.

Enjoy this cool, invigorating rock tune with its exhilarating melody and tight ensemble.

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Recommended love songs for high school students! A handpicked selection of heart-throbbing love tunes (111–120)

Who’s the One That Made You So Cute? feat. Nagisa Shiranami (CV: Junya Enoki)HONEY WORKS

Who’s the One That Made You So Cute? feat. Nagisa Shiranami (CV: Junya Enoki) / HoneyWorks

Who’s the One That Made You So Cute? feat. Nagisa Shiranami (CV: Junya Enoki)HONEY WORKS

Watch “Who’s the One That Made You So Cute? feat. Nagisa Shiranami (CV: Junya Enoki) HONEYWORKS” on YouTube

The definitive youthful love song that sets wavering emotions to a catchy melody! While feeling a twinge of jealousy at how adorable their crush is, the narrator also takes pride in having watched them grow.

It delicately captures the complex feelings born from long-distance love and reunions after time apart.

With its breezy rhythm and expressive vocals, it’s the kind of track that will have you smiling without realizing it.

Featured on the album “Confession Executive Committee – FLYING SONGS – OMOI AI,” this song was released in October 2024.

Perfect for anyone feeling the frustration of love or wanting to reminisce about their youth.

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Final BoyfriendHanbureddāzu

Hump Back “Final Boyfriend” from the “Something Is Sure to Change” one-man tour at TSUTAYA O-EAST

Final BoyfriendHanbureddāzu

“Final Boyfriend” is a song that expresses the desire to stay by the side of the one you love no matter how much time passes.

It was included on Humbreaders’ 2018 album Jun Isei Kōyū (Pure Heterosocial Intercourse), a band known for crafting songs themed around life and love.

The lyrics, which depict the casual exchanges between lovers, are striking and remind us that everyday life itself is something wonderful.

Set to a slow, band-driven arrangement, Akira Mutsumuro’s emotional vocals resonate in this rock ballad.

Why not listen to it with a partner you want to be with forever?

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