[Carefully Selected] Popular Love Songs: Recommended Romance Tracks

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androp – “Koi” Music Video, theme song for the film “Until I Meet September’s Love”

This song became the theme for the film “Until I Meet September’s Love” and created quite a buzz.

Takahito Uchizawa’s high-toned vocals fit perfectly with the lyrics, which portray a bittersweet, straightforward love.

Coupled with the grand accompaniment—piano backing and crystal-clear harmonies—it’s fair to call this a standout ballad where the feelings of sorrow and affection steadily deepen.

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[Official] Uru “Love Song” — Theme song for Fuji TV’s Thursday drama series “My Fair Prince”

This work is a warm medium-tempo number that depicts love gradually taking on color.

Released in August 2021 as the 11th single, it was chosen as the theme song for the drama “My Beloved Prince.” The lyrics, which hide love behind words of denial, are moving.

The light, airy piano tone seems to reflect the feeling of trying to take a step forward despite hesitation.

It’s a cheering song that gently gives you a push when you can’t be honest about your feelings.

KissORIGINAL LOVE

ORIGINAL LOVE / Kiss

If you’re looking for a seductive, city-night vibe, how about a track by ORIGINAL LOVE? Its sound—where soul and jazz intertwine with sultry elegance—puts you in a more grown-up mood just by listening.

You can practically picture a passionate, romantic love story unfolding between two people spending a long night alone together.

Takao Tajima’s sweet, soulful vocals convey such aching affection that it makes your heart swell.

Released in November 1993 as their fifth single, the song was produced as the theme for the NTV drama “Otona no Kiss” (Adult’s Kiss).

It’s a melt-in-your-mouth sweet love song, perfect for a quiet night alone or for time spent close with someone special—give it a listen.

Snow WhiteFlower

Flower “Snow White” — 2nd album “Hanadokei (Flower Clock)” out 3/4

It was released in 2013 as Flower’s sixth single.

The song was used as the theme for the NOTTV drama “We’re All Dead♪,” and it’s a love ballad inspired by the world of the fairy tale Snow White.

It’s a poignant track that portrays an unrequited love, depicting a pure, single-minded yearning for the other person.

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CHE.R.RY – YUI (Full)

This is YUI’s eighth single, and its lyrics portray the feelings of a woman who entrusts her emotions for the man she likes to messages on her cell phone.

YUI herself has commented that the song is cute, and the reason she deliberately added a period to the title “CHERRY.” was to more strongly express the bittersweet nature of the romance by including the “.”

On her way back from shoppingElefanto Kashimashi

Elephant Kashimashi “On Her Way Home from Shopping”

It’s Elephant Kashimashi’s 41st single, released as a double A-side together with “Itsuka Mita Yume o.” Unusually for Elephant Kashimashi, who often have more rough, masculine songs, the lyrics are written from a woman’s perspective.

The music video featuring actress Kumiko Aso also drew attention.

JealousyTomioka Ai

Ai Tomioka – Jealousy (Music Video)

A love song painted with a singular sensitivity.

Lyrics steeped in heartache and jealousy pierce the soul.

Ai Tomioka released this work in July 2024, delicately conveying her feelings for the other person with a clear, translucent voice.

She’s a proven talent who gained popularity on TikTok and even broke into the top 10 in Korea.

The simple timbre of a single guitar and the down-to-earth portrait of romance weave a harmony you can’t miss.

It’s perfect not only for those troubled by love, but for anyone who wants to connect with the feeling of caring for someone.

It’s a song packed with Ai Tomioka’s charm—be sure to give it a listen.