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)
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.
Hip-hop love songs. Love songs narrated by rappers (101–110)
Sunflowerchanmina
Chanmina is a rapper whose appeal lies in her powerful, emotional, and aggressively charismatic presence.
Her 2023 release “Sunflower” is a track that portrays the struggle of a strong-willed woman trying to brush off a breakup in true Chanmina fashion.
The lyrics vividly express the pain of living without him while telling herself she’s totally fine, and they pierce the heart when you listen to them after a heartbreak.
If you ever need a good cry after a breakup, be sure to take your time with this song.
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.
OMAE (feat. Mukade & Inman)JAKEN
This song is a love ballad that sings more about caring for a loved one than material success.
Created through a collaboration with MUKADE and INMAN, it carries the message that symbols of wealth—like luxury cars, watches, and high-rise condos—are nothing more than extras without someone special by your side.
Released in October 2024 and produced by Lion Melo, the track runs about 3 minutes and 41 seconds.
It debuted at No.
10 on Billboard JAPAN’s Heatseekers Songs chart, marking JAKEN’s first-ever chart entry.
It’s recommended for those who feel that true happiness comes from the presence of a loved one, and for anyone who values human connection over material abundance.
21 Questions50 Cent ft. Nate Dogg
A collaboration between 50 Cent and Nate Dogg.
Released as a single in 2003, it became a hit worldwide and reached No.
1 on the U.S.
charts.
It samples Barry White’s 1978 track “It’s Only Love Doing Its Thing.”
The Book Of SoulAb-Soul
Ab-Soul is a California Hip-Hop artist active since 2002.
This track is included on his second album, Control System, released in 2012.
It samples Bobby McFerrin’s 1982 track Moondance.