Mutual Love Songs: Recommended for Middle Schoolers! Popular Tracks that Portray Bittersweet Romance
That bittersweet love from our adolescent years often stays with us as a wonderful memory, etched deeply in our hearts even after we become adults.
Back in our school days, many of us probably listened to love songs, overlaying them with our own feelings and getting all fluttery, didn’t we?
This time, we’ve gathered a selection of popular Japanese love songs that portray romance—especially recommended mutual-love tracks for junior high school students.
Whether you’re right in the middle of your youth right now or at an age where you look back nostalgically on past romances, try finding songs that resonate with your own experiences.
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Special Kissnaniwa danshi
“Special Kiss,” chosen as the theme song for the film Even So, Chigira-kun Is Too Sweet, starring Kyōhei Takahashi of the popular idol group Naniwa Danshi.
Up to now, Naniwa Danshi have released many pop and cute songs, but this time the work has a slightly more mature vibe.
That said, it still feels fresh and bright, making it a song you’ll want to listen to in a variety of situations.
Turing Love feat. SouNanawo Akari
A lively, catchy love song highlighted by a rapid-fire male–female duet! Nanawo Akari’s distinctive voice blends perfectly with popular singer Sou’s vocals to create exquisite harmony.
Used as the ending theme for the anime “Science Fell in Love, So I Tried to Prove It,” this track was released in February 2020 and generated major buzz on social media, inspiring numerous cover videos on TikTok and YouTube.
With lyrics that capture the fluttery excitement of newfound love and a light, breezy melody, it’s perfect for anyone wanting to bask in the feeling of being in love.
It’s also a great choice when you want to get the crowd going at karaoke!
A Little Love SongMONGOL800
A song by MONGOL800, the Okinawan rock band affectionately known as “Monpachi,” whose straightforward lyrics and punk-influenced, youthful sound gained widespread popularity.
Despite never being released as a single, it became one of Monpachi’s signature tracks—so much so that a film based on the song was released in 2019, and it has been covered by numerous artists.
Its direct lyrics, carried by driving arrangements and beautiful harmonies, convey feelings so honest you could only express them when love is mutual.
It’s a rock tune brimming with both passion and freshness—perfect for junior high school couples in love.
Mutual Crush Songs: Recommended for Middle Schoolers! Popular Tracks Depicting Sweet and Bittersweet Love (11–20)
bouquetback number
This is a back number song that portrays the bittersweet feelings of young love.
Through a conversation between lovers, it expresses the instability and emotional sway of a young couple’s relationship.
When one asks, “Do you think we can make it together from here on?” the other gives an ambiguous reply, “For now, I just want to be with you,” a moment many listeners are sure to relate to.
Released in June 2011, the song was used as the ending theme for TBS’s COUNT DOWN TV.
It captures emotions anyone with romantic experience has felt, inviting listeners to reflect on their own memories.
It’s a recommended track not only for those with unrequited feelings, but for anyone struggling with love.
flower fortune-tellingVaundy
A memorable song steeped in the bittersweet ache and lingering feelings of love.
Vaundy’s clear, transparent vocals beautifully capture the emotions of a protagonist wrestling with a crush.
Through flower fortune-telling, the lyrics portray the fragility of love—sure to capture your heart.
Released digitally in July 2021, the track garnered attention as the theme song for the drama “My Deadly Beloved.” It’s also included on the album “replica.” Recommended not only for middle school students, but also for anyone who wants to revisit past loves and feel that poignant ache.
Give it a listen and see how it resonates with your own experiences in love.
sugarSaucy Dog
This is a Saucy Dog song known for its bittersweet romantic lyrics and refreshing melody.
It vividly portrays the miscommunications between lovers and feelings that are hard to put into words, resonating with many young people.
Included on the album “Lazy Sunday,” released in August 2021, it has become so popular that its music video has surpassed 3.73 million views.
Filled with the clumsy innocence of early romance and genuine care for one’s partner, this track is perfect for junior high school students struggling with love.
If you’re feeling uncertain about your relationship with someone important, why not listen to this song and reflect on your own feelings?
I LOVE…Ofisharu Higedan Dism
It’s a bittersweet yet refreshing love song.
Released in February 2020 as the theme song for a drama, it sings not only of romantic love but also of love for friends and family.
Written by Official HIGE DANDism with heartfelt intent, it’s marked by vocalist Satoshi Fujihara’s clear, translucent voice.
The lyrics, where the words of love start to spill out but are held back, convey the anxieties and hesitations of someone in love.
The music video portrays various forms of love and simply watching it warms your heart.
This piece is perfect for moments when you want to think of someone dear or honestly express your feelings to someone.