A love song in Japanese pop rap
There are many songs infused with various emotions in music, but among them, there are especially many that depict romance and feelings of love—and they’re always popular with listeners! Of course, there are plenty of such love songs in the hip-hop scene as well.
In this article, we’ll introduce a whole selection of love songs delivered through rap.
We’ve covered a wide range, from timeless classics to tracks by artists who’ve made waves in recent years, so take your time and listen while reading the lyrics.
You might even come across a song whose lyrics resonate with your own experiences in love.
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Japanese rap love songs (11–20)
Love Me UpAwich
Awich, who hails from Okinawa Prefecture and has produced numerous famous rappers, is a member of the hip-hop collective YENTOWN and began her solo career in 2020.
She quickly drew attention with her mysterious aura and addictive lyrics.
Her love song “Love Me Up” is a mellow, gentle track that only a woman could deliver.
The verses unfold at a relaxed tempo and are incredibly pleasant to listen to.
It’s the kind of song you’ll want to play while relaxing with your partner.
TO-GET-HERSALU
As a next-generation rapper, SALU attracted attention from the moment he debuted.
For many people, he may even be the artist who first got them into hip-hop.
His song “TO-GET-HER” carries the message that he would do anything for you, and it sinks straight into your heart.
The track has a chill vibe throughout, making it incredibly pleasant to listen to.
It’s a love song you’ll want to send not only to a partner, but also to important people like family and friends.
I won’t reply on LINE anymore.t-Ace
t-Ace, who goes by the striking nickname “Erotic God Scumbag,” is known for his flashy, high-energy image—but his song ‘I Won’t Reply on LINE Anymore’ actually has incredible lyrics! It’s a breakup message to his girlfriend, capturing how she changes as time passes after they first met, and the bittersweet feelings from the man’s perspective are so relatable.
When you’ve been together a long time, it’s hard to notice the changes in yourself, so I also recommend this song as a self-reflection anthem to avoid ending up like this…
Don’t worry.hannya
Hannya used to be the top enforcer of the delusional-running crew, holding down the banner for a large squad, but nowadays he’s active as a solo act with one mic.
He’s also expanded his range through many acting roles.
As the title “Don’t Worry” suggests, this track is a laid-back BPM love song.
True to the message in the hook—“small is fine, it doesn’t need to be flashy”—it’s a simple, warm, and excellent piece that avoids the typical hip-hop topics of money, women, and drugs.
perfect angelCOMA-CHI
COMA-CHI is a highly skilled female rapper who gradually made a name for herself through club performances and street MC battles, winning the SHINJUKU SPOKEN WORDS SLAM in October 2003 and later becoming the first woman to take second place at the 2005 B BOY PARK MC Battle.
In her song “perfect angel,” she showcases an impressive contrast between the brisk, smoothly delivered rap verses and the soaring, powerful chorus.
With gentle lyrics expressing gratitude to a lover, it’s a song you’ll want to share with someone special.
Christmas Eve RapKICK THE CAN CREW
A 2001 track that samples Tatsuro Yamashita’s indispensable Christmas classic “Christmas Eve.” Hearing this song makes you feel like winter has arrived! KICK THE CAN CREW’s rap is amazing for how naturally the lyrics sink in just by listening—there’s a real sense of familiarity.
MCU’s rhythmic delivery, LITTLE’s bouncy vibe, and KREVA’s heartfelt lines—the flows from all three really resonate.
The mood is fragile yet somehow bright, different from the original, and utterly captivating.
It’s a song that not only encourages lonely hearts but also portrays the bonds between friends.
“Christmas Eve Rap” stays by your side in any situation and shows you new hope—a love song I want to keep coming back to every year.
Japanese rap love songs (21–30)
Young Love (feat. KOWICHI)MC TYSON
This track features MC TYSON, representing Osaka’s Suminoe Ward, and Kawasaki rapper KOWICHI.
It’s a love song included on the 2018 album “THE MESSAGE II,” where unrequited feelings are poignantly sung over a mellow trap beat.
While harboring feelings for a woman who already has a boyfriend, the protagonist waits for calls and messages; his emotions are depicted through modern motifs like smartphones and social media, conveying the wavering heart of a youthful, ambiguous relationship with striking realism.
The melodic flows of these two artists—standard-bearers of Kansai and Kanto—intertwine to create a sound that shines both in clubs and on streaming.
It’s a track you’ll relate to when you’re struggling with a fuzzy, undefined romance.