Classic and popular songs about unrequited love
When you’re nursing a crush, music is a reliable ally.
Whether you’re feeling lonely or insecure, all the unrequited-love songs that have been sung up to now will encourage you.
This time, we’ve put together a collection of Japanese love songs about unrequited love.
Give them a listen when you’ve lost confidence because of your crush or when you need a little courage.
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Masterpieces and popular songs of unrequited-love ballads (121–130)
I love youfumidō
This is a song by Fumido that portrays a bittersweet night after a heartbreak.
It vividly captures the emotions of the final night before parting with a lover.
The repeated phrase “I love you” in the chorus carries both deep affection and the sorrow of farewell.
The arrangement starts quietly and gradually swells, mirroring the emotional arc.
Released in August 2006, the track was used as the theme song for the TV drama “PS Rashomon” and reached the Oricon Top 10.
Anyone who has felt the pain of a breakup will likely relate.
It’s a song to listen to when you’re feeling vulnerable—one that gives you the courage to take a new step forward.
a good personReina
A heartbreaking love song by Reina that leaves an impression with its portrayal of emotions—hiding one’s vulnerability while being touched by the other’s kindness.
Set to a melody that’s both gentle and powerful, it carefully depicts the bravado that masks inner anxieties and the pure feelings toward the other person.
The song was written for ABEMA’s dating show “Don’t Be Fooled by Wolf-chan and Wolf-kun” and was released in August 2022 as her major-label second single.
It’s a must-listen for anyone struggling to express their feelings to someone they care about, or for those who feel the bittersweet ache of unrequited love.
I want to be lovedYumcha
Set to a catchy pop sound, this song gives heartfelt voice to the ache of unrequited love.
Its down-to-earth lyrics portray the frustration of not being noticed by the one you like and the pure wish to win their heart.
It went viral on TikTok and Instagram, and since its release in November 2024, it has resonated with many listeners.
Yumcha’s clear vocals and uplifting message are comforting, gently encouraging girls who are working on bettering themselves.
Perfect not only for those in one-sided love, but also for anyone who needs a little courage to pursue romance.
Unrequited loveOku Hanako
A smash-hit ballad by Okudaka Hana, an artist whose warm, unforgettable vocals and distinctive musical worldview are loved across generations.
This classic beautifully captures the bittersweet feelings unique to unrequited love—the simple longing to be with the person you adore.
solitude -A True Farewell-KinKi Kids
This is a song by KinKi Kids from the early 2000s.
It’s about the lingering heartache of unrequited love even after a breakup.
The lyrics are deeply moving.
They feel quite truthful, and I imagine many people can relate.