Change of Heart: A love song expressing the bittersweet feeling of falling for someone new

SaudadePorunogurafiti

Porno Graffitti 'Saudade' (“OPEN MUSIC CABINET” Live in Saitama Super Arena 2007) / 'Saudade (Live Ver.)'

The fourth single by Porno Graffitti, titled with the Portuguese word for “homesickness” or “longing.” Written from a woman’s perspective, the lyrics capture a premonition that her partner’s heart is drifting away, along with the aching inability to let go.

Released in September 2000 as their fourth single, it topped the Oricon weekly chart.

The song was featured as the theme for TBS’s mini-drama Wonderful, used in Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s Pocari Sweat commercials, and served as an ending theme for the UHF anime ReLIFE.

Incorporating Latin-style arrangements for the first time, this track became the foundation of the band’s signature sound.

A wistful number recommended for anyone grappling with the fear of a change of heart.

NAOHY

SOLIDEMO / NAO（HY cover）

It’s a ballad that pierces the chest with the pain of unrequited love.

The song is included on HY’s 2006 album “Confidence,” by the Okinawa-born mix-genre band, and tells a story created by vocalist Izumi Nakasone based on a close friend’s real experience.

The piece vividly portrays the inner conflict of a woman who knows the person she likes has feelings for someone else and won’t return her affection, yet she just can’t give up.

The clear, airy vocals riding over the piano melody further highlight the sorrow of a love that won’t reach its destination.

It’s a must-listen for anyone who finds themselves empathizing with the urge to cling on, even as they sense the person they love slowly changing.

Song of the Eternal NightKamisama wa saikoro o furanai

God Does Not Play Dice “Yoru-Naga Uta” [Official Lyric Video]

A poignant breakup song that captures the pain of the moment you realize the person you loved is drifting away.

Created by God Doesn’t Roll Dice, the track was included on the mini-album “A View on Lambda,” released in May 2019.

It later gained attention primarily on TikTok from spring 2020, and the official lyric video on YouTube surpassed 10 million views.

The piano tones and the earnest vocals of Shusaku Yanagida quietly portray a yearning for days that will never return.

The protagonist can’t accept the other person’s change of heart, yet still wishes to meet them once more—an image that will resonate with anyone carrying the pain of unrequited love or heartbreak.

The reasons for the breakup can be interpreted in various ways, making this a song I’d recommend even to those who feel they are on the verge of losing someone important right now.

Blue BenchSasuke

Blue Bench / Sasuke

Here is an undisputed signature song by Sasuke.

Even if you’re not familiar with Sasuke, many of you probably know this track.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you feel nostalgic about someone you used to date and reflect on the change of heart you had.

even ifHirai Ken

Ken Hirai - even if

This is an adult love song by Ken Hirai.

When you’re deeply in love with someone, and that person loves someone else, you can’t help but wish their heart would change.

This song captures exactly those feelings.

handsKōda Kumi

Koda Kumi / “hands” (from the new album “WINTER of LOVE”)

Kumi Koda shot to fame with Cutie Honey.

Although she drew a lot of criticism for some of her comments and behavior, she remains a very popular singer thanks to her powerful vocals and sexy looks.

Hands is a song you’ll want to listen to when you’re heartbroken or just need a good cry.

You’re no longer here.FUNKY MONKEY BABYS

FUNKY MONKEY BABYS "You’re Not Here Anymore"

FUNKY MONKEY BABYS was a group active from 2004 to 2013.

The “BABYS” in the band name is actually supposed to be “BABIES,” but they intentionally chose this spelling.

They also became famous as a DJ who doesn’t do DJing, didn’t they?