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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 (111–120)

On nights when cherry blossoms fallaimyon

Aimyon – On the Night the Cherry Blossoms Fall [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

On nights when cherry blossoms fallaimyon

A bittersweet love story that beautifully depicts springtime farewells and new encounters.

Set on an April night, this love song richly portrays the wavering feelings of two people keeping their distance, alongside the sight of cherry blossoms blooming in the city.

Released in February 2021 as the theme song for the romantic reality show “Don’t Be Fooled by Love and the Wolf,” the piece highlights Aimyon’s delicate expressive power, featuring a sweet yet somehow heartrending melody that leaves a strong impression.

Also included on the album “Falling into Your Eyes Record,” it drew attention together with its music video set in the urban landscape of Shinjuku.

It’s a recommended track for those who want to savor the poignancy of love while feeling the atmosphere of spring and the passing of cherry blossom season.

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Time-Limited Unrequited LoveNogizaka 46

Nogizaka46 'Time-Limited Unrequited Love'

Time-Limited Unrequited LoveNogizaka 46

A gentle, coming-of-age love song that tenderly embraces the fragility of unrequited feelings.

It’s an original track by the 6th generation members, included on Nogizaka46’s 38th single “Navel Orange,” released in March 2025.

The scenes painted by Yasushi Akimoto’s spun lyrics and the sound crafted by 3grass and Yuta Asao feel like a moment from a film.

If you’re about to graduate and can’t find the courage to confess to the one you like, this song might give you the push you need.

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I’ve been in love with you for a long time.kepura

Kepla / I've Been in Love with You for a Long Time (MUSIC VIDEO)

I’ve been in love with you for a long time.kepura

A sweet singing voice where kindness and bittersweetness resonate, paired with lyrics portraying a secret crush on a friend, leaves a strong impression! With sound production by Kepla and lyrics and composition by vocalist Ritsuki Yanagisawa, this is a refreshing love song.

The ache of being unable to put hidden feelings into words and the inner conflict of not being able to get any closer to the other person are sure to make anyone who’s experienced unrequited love nod in recognition.

Released on December 25, 2024, this work is a much-anticipated follow-up to the album “Days of Youth.” Recommended for those troubled by a more-than-friends, less-than-lovers relationship or those who can’t bring themselves to confess their feelings.

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Not quite loversTENSONG

TENSONG “Koibito Miman” [Official Music Video]

Not quite loversTENSONG

A bittersweet song by TENSONG that captures the fluttering feelings of love swaying in a fragile and unstable relationship.

The longing to become lovers and the desire not to break the current bond collide, striking a chord in the heart.

Takabō’s clear, translucent vocals delicately portray the earnest delivery of feelings to the other person.

Released in May 2023, this track is recommended for anyone moved by the frustration of love—unable to suppress your feelings, yet unable to be honest about them.

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I’ve fallen in love.YUTORI-SEDAI

YUTORI-SEDAI – I Fell in Love [Official Music Video]

I’ve fallen in love.YUTORI-SEDAI

A heartrending song that portrays an unstoppable longing, even while knowing you shouldn’t move forward.

It’s a rock track YUTORI-SEDAI delivers in July 2024.

With a sense of urgency like a racing heartbeat, it captures the emotional sway of not being able to suppress your feelings, even as you worry you might just be getting played.

The song was selected as the 50th anniversary commercial track for Aeon Topvalu, and the music video features Rio Kitano, a TikTok sensation.

It’s sure to resonate with anyone who can’t stop thinking about that special someone.

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