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 (41–50)
Naite Naide feat. ¥ellow BucksTina
A collaboration between ¥ellow Bucks, known as one of today’s hottest rap stars, and Tina, an R&B singer active since the 1990s, “Naitenaide feat.
¥ellow Bucks.” The song is a pop-leaning R&B track that portrays words of encouragement to a lover from both male and female perspectives.
Tina offers warm, supportive words that gently push you forward, while ¥ellow Bucks delivers a message to take it easy and go with the flow.
Both messages are easy to relate to, making this a track that will likely resonate deeply with anyone dealing with worries or struggles.
Hip-hop love songs. Love songs told by rappers (51–60)
Poetic JusticeKendrick Lamar ft. Drake
A collaboration between Kendrick Lamar and Drake.
Released as a digital download in 2012, it became a hit in countries like the United States and Belgium.
It samples Janet Jackson’s 1993 track “Any Time, Any Place.”
How’s It Goin’ DownDMX
A sentimental track released as a single in 1998 by the American rapper DMX.
It reached No.
19 on the U.S.
charts.
It samples The Headhunters’ 1975 track “God Make Me Funky.”
LoveKendrick Lamar
A straightforwardly titled track by Kendrick Lamar, one of the most influential hip-hop artists of our time.
The song was written for his girlfriend, whom he has been dating since high school, and together with the melody sung by Zacari, an R&B artist on the same label, it becomes a beautifully crafted piece.
I Feel On YouLil Soft Tennis & kZm
Have you ever found yourself overthinking alone while in love? I Feel On You captures that bittersweet ache, tenderness, and the feeling of not knowing what to do.
It’s a collaboration between Lil Soft Tennis, who’s also active as a member of a rock band, and rapper kZm.
The sound draws a clear line between stillness and motion, resulting in a work that feels wonderfully comfortable.
You Just Walked In My Lifechanmina
Have you ever had the experience of your life changing dramatically after meeting someone special? That kind of moment is romantically depicted in “You Just Walked In My Life.” The artist behind it is the rapper Chanmina.
In fact, the song also made waves because it was released as a surprise.
Rather than intense rap, its sound is more melodic.
If you like love ballads, you’re sure to enjoy it.
Perfect QueenZeebra
Zeebra’s classic “Perfect Queen.” Released in 2003, this love song is still adored by many heads today.
The track is crafted to evoke the early ’90s US R&B scene.
In fact, Zeebra actually sang this song when he proposed to his wife.
It’s also popular overseas, drawing numerous comments from international listeners on YouTube.