Love songs sung by idols: from heart-wrenching tracks to ones that make your heart skip a beat!
There are so many love songs among idol tracks, aren’t there?
From cute songs that capture the feeling of first love to heartbreaking ballads that depict bittersweet romance, there are tunes that express a wide range of emotions and stories.
In this article, we’ll showcase a selection of recommended masterpieces from the many idol love songs out there.
We’ve chosen a broad range, from famous songs that even non-idol fans may know to hidden gems known only to those in the know.
Take this opportunity to listen to lots of songs and discover the unique charm each one has to offer!
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Love songs sung by idols: from heart-wrenching tracks to ones that make your heart skip a beat! (81–90)
Just so you know, this feeling isn’t love!Tensen Tensei Shoujo.
A song by Tensen Tensai Shoujo that adorably captures tsundere feelings.
Set to a fast-paced sound, it sings of the complex emotions of denying one’s crush while secretly being in love.
Released in June 2024, this track is packed with the group’s charms.
It’s been performed at live shows and events, earning strong support from fans.
Perfect for anyone with a one-sided crush or a love they can’t express honestly—listen, and you’re sure to relate!
Hologram of LoveSKE48
An SKE48 song that captures the sweet yet heartrending afterglow of a broken heart.
The lyrics, which liken lost love to a hologram, leave a strong impression and resonate deeply with listeners.
Released in February 2024, the track features Ouka Suenaga as center, expressing the sorrow and loneliness of losing someone you love.
Its catchy melody and passionate performance bring out SKE48’s signature charm to the fullest.
It’s perfect not only for those who’ve experienced heartbreak, but also for anyone ready to look ahead and move forward.
Sing it at karaoke, and it’s sure to become a song that lingers in your heart.
Virus of Aitakane no nadeshiko
It’s a rock ballad characterized by a wistful sound.
The track by Takamine no Nadeshiko is included on the single “I’M YOUR IDOL / Adrenaline Game,” released on December 11, 2024.
It was chosen as the theme song for the film “The Ogre’s Virus,” which opens on January 24, 2025.
Blending lyrics that portray complex emotions and conflicts surrounding love with an impassioned band sound, the song resonates deeply with listeners.
It’s a must-listen for those who want to delve into the film’s worldview and for younger audiences grappling with love.
I only know the last note.＝LOVE
=LOVE is a voice acting unit created in 2017 as the first group produced by Rino Sashihara.
Their 15th single, “I Only Know the Last Note,” drew attention for featuring the youngest member, Kiara Saito, as center.
The lyrics depict unrequited love for someone who already has a special person, and those with similar experiences may find memories overlapping with the song.
With a transparent ensemble and a wistful melody that lingers in the ears, it’s a sentimental number.
Curse me, curse me.＝LOVE
A love song that highlights the many facets of love = LOVE.
Centered on a theme of a curse deeper than love itself, this work is filled with dark, bitter allure.
With Iori Noguchi as center and a music video directed by a popular Korean director, the visuals are also a must-see.
Set for release on March 6, 2024 as their 16th single, it’s also tied up with the “Odaiba Dinosaur Expo 2024.” Recommended for those who want to explore complex human relationships—expressions of affection hidden within a curse, and the powerful bonds forged by secrets.
It’s a track that will resonate with anyone struggling in love.