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Unrequited Love Songs Recommended for High School Students | Love Songs to Listen to While Thinking of Your Crush

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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.

Introducing the best unrequited love songs for high schoolers!

Many of you who spend most of your day at school probably have someone you like at the same school.

While it’s exciting to see them every day, some of you may also be feeling that bittersweet ache: “We’re too close for me to confess,” or “I ended up liking the same person as my friend.”

The unrequited love songs selected in this article feature real, straightforward lyrics, so those of you in the thick of your youth are sure to love them.

Try finding the song that perfectly matches how you feel right now!

Unrequited Love Songs Recommended for High Schoolers | Love Songs to Listen to While Thinking of Your Crush (101–110)

I want to be lovedYumcha

Yumcha “Aisaretai” [Lyric Video]

I want to be lovedYumcha

Set to a catchy pop sound, this song gives heartfelt voice to the ache of unrequited love.

Its down-to-earth lyrics portray the frustration of not being noticed by the one you like and the pure wish to win their heart.

It went viral on TikTok and Instagram, and since its release in November 2024, it has resonated with many listeners.

Yumcha’s clear vocals and uplifting message are comforting, gently encouraging girls who are working on bettering themselves.

Perfect not only for those in one-sided love, but also for anyone who needs a little courage to pursue romance.

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Mutual loveaiko

aiko - “Mutual Love” music video

Mutual loveaiko

From the flutter in your chest the moment you fall in love to the ache of feelings that don’t reach the other person, Aiko’s crystal-clear voice resonates deep in the heart.

Delicately portraying the emotions of longing for someone, this work—released in May 2024 and spotlighted as the theme song for a popular animated film—has struck a chord with many listeners.

Aiko’s vocals and the film’s world blend beautifully, further enhancing the piece’s allure.

It’s the perfect song for those experiencing unrequited love or looking to boost their motivation in romance.

Why not listen to this track and find the courage to share your feelings?

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Close your eyesHirai Ken

Ayaka / “Hitomi o Tojite” Music Video (Story 3)

Close your eyesHirai Ken

Ken Hirai’s “Hitomi wo Tojite” was written as the theme song for Toho’s blockbuster 2004 film “Crying Out Love in the Center of the World.” It reached No.

2 on the Oricon Singles Chart, sold over a million copies, and finished at No.

1 on the year-end chart for 2004.

It’s a classic that has been covered by many artists, including Ayaka.

The lyrics, about spending each day thinking of a lover you can no longer meet unless you close your eyes, intertwine with the film’s story to heighten the poignancy.

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Feathers of the UniformAKB48

[MV full] The Wings of the Uniform / AKB48 [Official]

Feathers of the UniformAKB48

You can almost picture that bittersweet scene of a secret crush: watching you run across the schoolyard from the classroom window.

This song, which sings of the hope and heartache of sprouting invisible wings on your uniformed back and taking flight toward the future, will make listeners’ hearts skip a beat.

Included on the single “Kibouteki Refrain Type D,” released in November 2014, this track is a special one for Team 8—their very first music video was made for it! When graduation approaches and you feel anxious about becoming an adult, doesn’t this song gently nudge you forward with a reassuring “It’s going to be okay”?

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Bambi in UniformHKT48

[LIVE] Uniform Bambi (AKB48 Group Emergency General Meeting ~Let’s Settle This in Black and White!~ HKT48 Solo Concert) / HKT48 [Official]

Bambi in UniformHKT48

When I’m in front of my crush, I freeze up with nerves—just like a newborn fawn.

This HKT48 song passionately captures that sweet and tangy feeling of first love.

Set to a breezy pop sound, the story of a uniform-clad protagonist with timid yet devoted feelings makes listeners’ hearts flutter.

Included on their 2013 debut single “Suki! Suki! Skip!,” the track has remained a fan favorite and was also featured on the milestone album “092.” Perfect for rekindling the frustration of unrequited love and the bittersweet memories of youth, this song might gently give you the courage to take that step if you’ve been struggling to express your feelings.

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