Love songs sung by idols: from heart-wrenching tracks to ones that make your heart skip a beat!

First Love Cinderella≒JOY

≒JOY (Nearly Equal Joy) / 2nd Single Title Track 'First Love Cinderella' [MV full]

If you’re looking for a classic idol song brimming with the flutter of a faint first love, this might be just the one.

With lyrics penned by Rino Sashihara, this sparkling number portrays the down-to-earth feelings of a protagonist in love.

Released as the second single in October 2024, it also made waves by topping major charts like Oricon.

With Reon Esumi at center, the words sung over an exhilarating sound are sure to turn every listener into the heroine of the story.

It’s perfect not only for hyping up karaoke sessions with friends, but also as a powerful ally when you need the courage to take a step forward in love.

Tell me your phone number!≒JOY

≒JOY (Nearly Equal Joy) / 4th single title track “Tell Me Your Phone Number!” [MV full]

≒JOY, an idol group that captures the fluttering thrill of first love as you think about your crush.

This track, the title song of their 4th single releasing in February 2026, is a number that sings of the impulse of unrequited love.

With classic J-POP sounds that sparkle with romantic feelings and a chorus that suddenly turns up the heat of love, it’s a song even those who don’t usually listen to idol music can get hooked on thanks to its catchy melody.

Kanoa Amano serves as center—listen to the lyrics that wish to bravely close the distance with the one she likes.

In the music video released in January 2026, the dance performed under a shower of numbers leaves a strong impression.

If there’s someone you’re interested in, listening to this will give you the courage to take a step forward.

Mobnoderella≠ME

≠ME (Not Equal Me) / 10th Single “Mob-no-derella” [MV full] / “Mob-no-derella”

A dramatic track with lyrics by Rino Sashihara and composition by Sota Sekiguchi and Katsuhiko Sugiyama.

Released in April 2025 as ≠ME’s 10th single, it’s the group’s first double A-side and topped the Oricon weekly chart.

A bittersweet yet beautiful medium-tempo ballad that captures the feelings of the “many others” who can’t be the protagonists of a fairy tale.

Center Nanaka Tomita’s expressively rich vocals convey the aching emotions straight to the listener.

A worldview that spotlights the stories outside the limelight—pure Sashihara at her finest.

When your heart aches from unrequited love, this song will quietly stay by your side.

Just kidding!NEW!SWEET STEADY

[MV] SWEET STEADY “Just Kidding!”

I can’t stop thinking about the person I like.

This SWEET STEADY track captures a love that can’t quite be expressed honestly, set to a brisk, poppy sound.

The frustration of not being able to put it into words and the bashful emotions overlap with the sweet melody and bouncy rhythm, making your heart race just by listening.

The song was released in April 2024 and was later included on the classic “Pajama Party! / Diamond Days” in December of the same year.

At their one-man show in June, there was a production where silver streamers fluttered at the moment everyone jumped near the end, captivating the fans.

This piece has grown alongside the energy of the live scene.

If you can’t quite convey your feelings to the one you like and need a little push, why not give it a listen?

I’m in love right now.≒JOY

≒JOY (Nearly Equal Joy) / “I’m in Love Now” [MV full] Vertical video

A bittersweet summer love song told from a male perspective about unrequited feelings.

It captures a rush that makes you want to take off on a bicycle, along with the frustrating distance of watching someone from afar, striking a chord with its purehearted romance.

With lyrics by Rino Sashihara, it was released in August 2025 as part of a “Summer Special Song” project.

The vertically shot school-set music video also drew attention, with its story-driven visuals vividly enhancing the song’s world.

While wishing happiness for the dazzling person they love, the singer laments the ache of not being able to be part of that story.

It’s a must-listen for anyone holding feelings they can’t convey right now, or for those who want to savor the sweet-and-sour taste of love.

Many listeners are sure to relate.

Bashful Short≠ME

≠ME (Not Equal Me) / 5th Single “Hanikami Short” [MV full]

An exceptionally cute winter song packed with the sparkle of the season and the flutter of first love.

It’s a track by the idol group ≠ME, produced by Rino Sashihara, released as their 5th single in November 2022.

First, we should note the earnest story of changing one’s hairstyle for someone they like.

The lyrics capture the bashfulness of that makeover moment and the heart-pounding anticipation of waiting for their reaction.

It also drew major attention that Nanaka Tomita, who serves as center, actually chops her long hair into a short cut in the music video.

Try playing it as BGM on your way to a winter date, or when you want the courage to change.

The brilliance of this song will give you a gentle push forward.

Summer Chocolate≠ME

≠ME (Not Equal Me) / 4th Single c/w 'Summer Chocolate' [MV full]

If you’re looking for an irresistibly sweet number packed with the thrills of summer, this is the one.

Sung by the duo of Hitomi Suzuki and Saya Tanizaki, this unit song has won fervent support from fans.

The lyrics portray a love that melts like chocolate, and the onomatopoeia-filled phrases are sure to set your heart racing just by listening.

It’s a coupling track included on Type B of the single “Su, Suki Janai!” released in August 2022.

The title track also drew attention as the theme song for the TV anime “The Maid I Recently Hired Is Mysterious.” This song is also featured on the 2024 album “Springtime In You,” making it an indispensable track for the group.

It’s perfect for when you want to feel cute or make that special someone turn their head.

Immerse yourself in the duo’s adorable voices!