A hip-hop love song. A rapper’s tale of love.
In recent years, thanks in part to the influence of MC battles like Freestyle Dungeon, the number of hip-hop listeners seems to be on the rise, doesn’t it?
Among those who love hip-hop, some of you might be on the lookout for love songs!
So in this article, we’ll be introducing hip-hop love songs from both Japan and abroad.
From that classic by a heavyweight of Japanese hip-hop to noteworthy tracks by up-and-coming artists, we’ve put together an article that listeners from hardcore heads to those who just started getting into hip-hop can enjoy.
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Hip-hop love songs. Love songs told by rappers (91–100)
To know love15MUS
15MUS has been drawing attention with lyrics that are poetically expressive like no other.
Among his songs, the one often described as an especially heartrending love song is “Knowing Love.” It portrays a man contemplating what “love” truly is.
If you listen closely, you’ll notice that each section expresses a different emotion—such as “awe” and “sorrow.” Taken as a whole, the song is structured so that the essence of love gradually comes into view.
I encourage you to listen while reflecting on love yourself.
Youth loveKubota Kai
Youth love by Kubota Kai, released digitally in February 2021.
The lyrics, themed around “love is blind,” are absolutely wonderful.
It continues the worldbuilding from the previous track, MIDNIHT DANCING.
When you fall in love, alongside the joy and happiness, there’s also a certain pain, right? You might lose sight of what’s around you, or feel like you’re not quite yourself.
He sings those sweet-and-sour tingles and heart-throbbing moments lightly over mellow sounds, making it the kind of song you’ll want to listen to while taking a walk at night.
Money Baby ft. AwichKEIJU
This is a profound love song that contrasts money and affection.
Released in October 2024 by KEIJU and Awich, the track centers on the emptiness that material wealth cannot fill and the redemption found in true love.
Premiered before an audience of 8,000 at the finale of KEIJU’s first nationwide tour, it sparked major buzz as the pair’s first eagerly awaited collaboration in seven years.
The lyrics candidly express the mindset of modern people grappling with loneliness, questioning the true value of love that money can’t buy.
It’s a recommended listen for anyone struggling in a romantic relationship or reflecting on the essential richness of life.
Almost 20LANA
This is a love song that thoughtfully captures the feelings of standing on the brink of turning 20.
Included on the EP “19.5,” the track was released by LANA in March 2024 and features a clear, shimmering sound with synth-pop elements.
The lyrics, which convey the anticipation and anxiety of the final moments of one’s teens and the determination to step into a new stage, resonate deeply with listeners of the same generation.
Frankly expressing down-to-earth feelings about love, this song is a perfect fit for those at a turning point in life or about to begin a new romance.
Come Be My Bride 2015Kayama Yūzō feat. PUNPEE
An ambitious work that breathes new life into a classic Showa-era song.
Born in December 2015 through a collaboration between Yuzo Kayama and PUNPEE, it portrays modern romance with witty turns of phrase, resonating closely with listeners.
The moving chorus invites empathy and seamlessly draws you into its world.
It’s easy to enjoy casually, yet each revisit to the lyrics reveals new depths—truly a song of discovery.
Expect a moving experience that transcends the boundaries of hip-hop.
Captivating fans across generations, this release is the perfect companion for a drive.
Sweet 19 Blues ~So Far From Me~t-Ace feat. Amuro Namie
t-Ace’s song “Sweet 19 Blues ~Too Far for Me~,” which samples Namie Amuro’s hit “Sweet 19 Blues,” transforms the original’s vibe into hip-hop while preserving its feel.
Although it was released after Namie Amuro’s retirement, she appears in the music video.
It seems some teenagers started listening to Namie Amuro because of this track, and for her fans, it’s likely a song with deep emotional significance.
That’s not fair.chelmico
“Zuruine,” included on the mini-album EP released in 2017.
You’re drawn into its world, crafted with a mellow track and a dreamy mood.
The lyrics evoke same-sex love and dangerous romance, portraying an adult love song about a heart that wants to sink into the lure of a sweet trap.
The murmured, steady-tempo flow lingers in your ears like a refrain, tightening your chest with its mellow wistfulness.
It’s a song that will surely stay close to those harboring unspoken feelings.