[Carefully Selected] Popular Love Songs: Recommended Romance Tracks

You let me do as I please, and yet…arekunn

You’re the one who let me fall for you / Arekun [Official Music Video]

Are-kun is a singer-songwriter who has gained attention primarily through his online activities.

“Suki ni Saseta Kuse ni,” a track from his 2021 album Kokyuu (Breath), became a viral hit on TikTok.

The song conveys a heart-wrenching, burning sense of unrequited love—longing for someone who won’t turn around.

His sweet vocals over acoustic guitar tones offer a soothing comfort.

It’s a message song that depicts social media interactions and resonates with the younger generation.

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Quruli – Tokyo Hyakki Yagyo ver.

Among Quruli’s songs, this major-label debut single is especially popular.

Its appeal lies in the poignant lyrics sung by someone who has come to Tokyo, leaving behind a lover—or someone they like—and thinking of that distant person.

It seems many people who have experienced starting a job or going on to higher education are fond of this song.

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Satou Moka – Love is a Trap (Official Audio)

A bittersweet love story woven by Moka Sato, chosen as the ending theme for the drama “Husband, Won’t You Please Die?” With distinctive wording, it portrays both the sweetness of affection and the dangers that lurk within it.

Released in April 2025, this work is her first new single in three years from EMI Records.

Her characteristically delicate vocals—also showcased on the album “Lukewarm” and her signature track “melt bitter”—truly shine here.

It’s a perfect song for those who want to empathize with the turmoil of a heart struggling within love, or savor that sweet, poisonous sensation of the very moment you fall in love.

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Addictive Chu / Surii

A wistful love song by Surii, released in July 2023, where electronic sounds intertwine with a catchy melody.

It portrays the wavering emotions between the desire to monopolize the one you love and clear-headed judgment, skillfully weaving in playful wordplay.

While pop in style, the tune carries a hint of sadness that deeply resonates with listeners.

It’s a song I wholeheartedly recommend to those who feel the precariousness and instability of being in love, or who find themselves overwhelmed by feelings that are too strong for someone dear to them.

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Pay attention to me!/ Takayan (Official Music Video)

A love song that lingers in your ears, blending unwavering devotion with anxiety.

Crafted by singer-songwriter Takayan, this piece portrays a heartfelt yearning for affection from a lover.

Its lyrical melody and emotional vocals pair perfectly with a trap beat.

The music video features influencer Moepi, which sparked buzz.

Recommended for anyone who wants to savor the sweet-and-bitter taste of love.

O youdoba shishō

You / Doba-shishō: OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

Released in February 2025, this work is a gem of a love song whose gentle, familiar melody and straightforward, heartfelt lyrics resonate deeply.

Wrapped in warm tones, the chorus adds a sweeping string arrangement that heightens the sense of emotion.

The vocals overflow with pure affection for the other person, and the tender worldview that cherishes everyday, ordinary moments will speak not only to those in love, but to anyone nurturing warm feelings for someone important.

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natori – Thread That Connects Us

Natori’s song, which portrays a delicate form of love, was released in September 2024 as the theme for the film “Arrogance and Goodness.” It gently depicts relationships like fine threads that connect people, seen through a warm, compassionate gaze.

The resolve to accept everything about the other person, and the determination to walk forward while acknowledging each other’s differences, are expressed through Natori’s distinctive voice and melody.

This piece is a song that offers comfort to those struggling with important relationships or searching for what love can be.

Enjoying it alongside the film may bring an even deeper sense of emotion.