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 Tracks (161–170)
Secret Lovepirafu seijin
This track from the 2024 album “Dream Taxi” is a love song that gently yet powerfully portrays a secret romance.
The melodious piece crafted by rapper Pilaf Seijin blends perfectly with GAL D’s sophisticated beats, expressing a pure love that cherishes intimate moments shared by two.
The music video, directed by Keita Uchino, quickly became a sensation on YouTube and TikTok.
It’s a must-hear right now—dedicated to everyone with a heart in love.
Linju Lovemakaroni enpitsu
The song chosen as the theme for the drama “If I’d Kissed You a Million Times,” starring Mao Inoue and Takeru Satoh, is “Rinju Love” by Macaroni Empitsu.
The music video features actress Ryoko Hirosue and world-renowned tap dancer Gunjo Kubo.
The lyrics, which express feelings that can’t reach the one they’re meant for—echoing the drama’s storyline—make it a poignant ballad that leaves listeners with a bittersweet ache.
In January 2023, they appeared on the YouTube channel THE FIRST TAKE and performed “Rinju Love.”
Recommended! Love Songs by Male Artists – Popular Romance Tracks (171–180)
presentMarushii
Marcy’s love song pours straightforward affection into a heartwarming melody.
It gently portrays a relationship where two people openly share their “I love you” feelings, and the tender moment they realize that the other’s very presence is the most precious gift of all.
Released in September 2024, the track stands out for its warm acoustic guitar tones and soft, gentle vocals.
The must-see music video, set in Tokyo and Hakodate, depicts the happy everyday life of a couple who have just started living together.
Why not try singing it at karaoke with someone special or someone you have feelings for?
SakuraRemioromen
A pop tune by Remioromen that gently sings of feelings for a loved one beneath trees in full-bloom cherry blossoms.
With the arrival of spring, the song kindles a warm light of hope in listeners’ hearts.
Released in February 2009 as a digital-only single, it was featured in commercials for au by KDDI as well as Sony Ericsson mobile phones.
It continues to resonate with many as a song to listen to in the springtime, when the cherry blossoms are in bloom.
jealousNakajima Kento
This song captures the ache of a long-distance relationship.
Released in December 2024 as a pre-release track from Kento Nakajima’s solo debut album “N / bias,” it expresses possessiveness and jealousy toward a lover through a pop sound and his refreshing vocals.
The frustration of not being able to express one’s feelings openly is so palpable it makes your heart skip a beat.
Why not listen to it while thinking of someone special?
LA LA LA Love SongKubota Toshinobu
A dramatic love song by Toshinobu Kubota that captures the exhilaration of romance, like riding a merry-go-round.
It gently embraces the hearts of those who feel lonely, singing about the joy of reclaiming life’s sparkle through a new encounter.
In 1996, it was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Long Vacation,” starring Takuya Kimura, and became a major cultural sensation alongside the show.
It topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and surpassed total sales of 1.856 million copies, also earning an Excellent Work Award at the Japan Record Awards.
It’s the perfect song for moments when you want to bask in bittersweet memories of love or take a bold new step in life.
DiNAYuuri
This song by Yuuri vividly portrays how everyday memories with a lover become etched into the heart like genes.
Its delicate depictions resonate deeply with anyone who lives carrying both the bittersweetness and the joy of love.
Released in January 2025, the track drew attention after its performance on THE FIRST TAKE.
Singing of memories of love and the resolve to take a new step forward, this work is a must-listen for those who feel both loneliness and happiness whenever they think of someone dear.