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 (21–30)
Imdodo
This track became a viral hit thanks to TikTok, surpassing 15 million plays.
Released by dodo in September 2019, it’s a love song that recounts memories of a past relationship in simple, unadorned words.
It portrays the bittersweet feeling of visiting places once shared as a couple, now alone, conjuring the other’s face, and the realization that the destination never mattered—as long as “you” were there—expressed through a mellow track and chill flow.
Its airy sound and romantic lyrics are irresistibly pleasant, and the song’s success prompted dodo to decide to pursue music full-time.
A 7-inch vinyl edition followed in September 2024.
It’s the perfect song for when you want to revisit the sweet-and-sour memories of love.
Bedtime Candy No. 2Kubota Kai
A mellow hip-hop number that portrays the complex mix of sweetness and self-loathing felt by a young man who ends up spending the night with the person he secretly liked.
It’s the lead track from Miyazaki-born Kubota Kai’s 2019 EP “Myōjō,” and its appeal lies in its literary lyrics—quoting poet Chuya Nakahara—and its urban, R&B-tinged production.
From the late-night push and pull to the emptiness of the morning after, the song unfolds with detailed scenes that pierce the heart with an unvarnished take on love.
The flow that moves between rapping and singing is addictive, making it a track you’ll want to listen to while wandering through the city at night.
Japanese rap love songs (31–40)
One More Time (feat. NØZ)torain
A Gen Z rapper from Hiroshima, Koin—known for the phrase “Obazuri mōshiagemasu”—teams up with R&B singer NØZ on this track, a poignant love song that stands apart from his usual viral-leaning style.
Its straightforward plea—asking a lover on the verge of leaving to stay by their side just once more—hits straight to the heart.
Over a gentle, mid-tempo track, Koin’s melodic rap weaves with NØZ’s soft vocals, resulting in a work that transcends the boundary between hip-hop and J-pop.
Since its 2022 release, it’s been selected for LINE MUSIC’s year-end J-rap playlist and used over 20,000 times on video apps, capturing the hearts of the social media generation.
It’s the song to play when you’re not quite ready to accept the end of a romance.
This melody that echoes forevermihimaru GT
Released in August 2006, this is mihimaru GT’s 11th single, which is also included on their third album “mihimagic,” released in September of the same year.
While the song is often used as a cheer anthem, it’s also frequently sung as a love song at karaoke, reflecting feelings like wanting one’s voice to reach someone special.
A notable feature is that it samples “In the Mood,” a signature piece by the Glenn Miller Orchestra, a jazz standard widely used in commercials.
WifeyEric.B.Jr
It’s a hip-hop love song filled with intense feelings for a beloved woman.
Featured on Eric.B.Jr’s mixtape “EASTSIDEBABY,” released in June 2024, the track rides a melodious trap beat to sing about exclusive devotion and hope for the future.
The candid lyrics—complete with remorse for past mistakes—deeply resonate with listeners.
A music video produced by the visual team DexFilmz was also released in July, portraying the song’s world through urban nightscapes.
Recommended for those who want to feel a deeper connection with their partner or seek straightforward expressions of love.
Hey Boy,Hey GirlSEAMO feat.BoA
This is a song included on SEAMO’s third album, “Round About,” released in November 2007.
Featuring the popular Japanese-Korean artist BoA as a guest, it’s a collaborative love song where SEAMO’s light, upbeat rap pairs well with BoA’s beautiful vocals.
The assertive lyrics are also notable: while he expresses the feeling that “you should be with me,” the line in which she says she wants to look at him more objectively leaves a strong impression.
come againm-flo
Released in January 2001, this is m-flo’s 13th single and a signature track from their early period, also included on their second album “EXPO EXPO,” released in March of the same year.
While the lyrics are about cutting off a good-for-nothing man and blowing off steam by dancing at a disco, they also convey a lingering attachment to him.