Recommended! Love songs by male artists — popular romantic songs
Here are some recommended masterpieces and popular tracks among love songs sung by male J‑pop artists! From timeless classics beloved for years to smash hits that were featured as TV drama theme songs.
We’ve gathered a wide range of love songs that capture men’s emotions and views on romance—similar to women’s, yet distinctly different.
If you’re thinking, “I want to hear love songs sung by men,” or “I like male vocal tracks,” be sure to give these a listen.
As you listen, you might catch a glimpse of the ways men express love and how they think about it.
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Recommended! Love Songs by Male Artists – Popular Romance Songs (101–110)
Reasons I like youwacci
A love song that captures the depth of affection nurtured through everyday moments.
Set to the gentle tones of acoustic pop, it expresses deep gratitude and understanding toward a beloved partner.
Released digitally in August 2024, this work is part of wacci’s love song series.
The music video stars Jun Nishiyama and Riho Takada, warmly portraying the daily lives of a couple.
It conveys the preciousness of a bond that needs no words and the strong desire to stay with the one you love no matter what the future holds.
It’s a perfect song for times when you want to reflect on an important relationship or share your honest feelings.
Cinderella GirlKing&Prince
This is King & Prince’s debut song, which was chosen as the theme for “Hana Nochi Hare: Hanadan Next Season.” King & Prince, with their Johnny’s-style sweet looks, shine just as brightly in their music.
Every line of the lyrics evokes a prince.
It’s a must-listen for girls who crave that sparkling vibe.
If only I could remain at zeroOfisharu Higedan Dism
A bittersweet ballad that captures the heartache of a long-distance relationship, it’s a song that truly resonates.
Included on the mini-album “MAN IN THE MIRROR,” released in June 2016, it conveys the woman’s feelings as a counterpart to the male-perspective track.
Many listeners will likely relate to the protagonist, who, while counting down the days until she can see her lover, puts on a brave face saying, “As long as I can hear your voice, that’s enough.” Satoshi Fujiwara’s sweet, aching vocals blend with the piano’s timbre, creating a masterpiece that has been cherished by fans for years.
It’s a highly recommended song for those lonely nights when you miss someone important.
Unrequited loveSUPER BEAVER
SUPER BEAVER’s in-show song for NHK’s late-night drama “Vanilla na Mainichi” delivers a powerful rendition of aching, unrequited love that truly stirs the heart.
It’s a gem of a ballad where a melody that gently cradles a faint yearning blends beautifully with subtly warm lyrics.
First released digitally on March 7, 2025, and included on the single “Kataomoi / Namida no Shoutai,” out March 12, the track enriches the drama’s world alongside its main theme, “Namida no Shoutai.” With tender, emotional soundscapes and the band’s signature straightforward message, this heartwarming song keeps you company in those quiet moments when you secretly think of someone you love.
LOVE YOU ONLYTOKIO
TOKIO’s debut single leaves a vivid impression with its straightforward lyrics that shout, “I can only see you.” The song’s exhilarating band sound—brimming with a sense of speed as if capturing the rush of being in love—is simply refreshing.
Tomoya Nagase’s piercing vocals from his younger days are also incredibly pleasant to the ear.
Released in September 1994, the track was used as the theme song for the anime Tsuyoshi Shikkari Shinasai.
The fact that they made their first appearance on the year-end NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen just a little over three months after their debut speaks to their popularity at the time.
It’s an irresistible track for anyone who loves crisp, refreshing rock.
Recommended! Love Songs by Male Artists – Popular Love Songs (111–120)
The Miracle of Haneda AirportTOKIO
A hidden gem written and composed by Ken Yokoyama of Crazy Ken Band.
Its slightly nostalgic Showa-era pop melody fuses with their signature, hard-hitting band sound, exuding a grown-up allure.
The lyrics, depicting a man hurrying to confess his feelings to a woman about to depart from Haneda Airport, are especially striking—making you wonder, “What’s going to happen next?” Released in February 2012, the song was also the theme for the drama Hello Work for 13-Year-Olds starring Masahiro Matsuoka.
It’s a track that sets your heart ablaze with a thrilling love story.
Robinsonsupittsu
A classic Spitz song distinguished by its translucent melody and Masamune Kusano’s gentle vocals.
The lyrics beautifully express the wistfulness felt with the arrival of a new season, a pure desire to cherish a special world shared by just two people, and a longing to suddenly break free from the everyday and soar into a boundless universe.
Released in April 1995 as Spitz’s 11th single, the track was also included on the album Honey that same year.
It colored everyday life as an insert song for the Fuji TV drama Hakusen Nagashi and as the theme for Kirin Beverage’s Afternoon Tea commercials.
Sing it at karaoke with someone special and the tender mood will surely bring you closer.
It’s also perfect for a drive or for nights when you want to sink into a slightly bittersweet feeling.