Heal your heart with love ballads: A collection of pure love and heartbreak songs.

I knewRozarīna

Rosalina 'I knew' Official Lyric Video

Singer-songwriter Rosalina, whose stage name comes from the relaxing herb “rosalina.” Her digital-only single “I knew,” released on April 19, 2023, was written as an insert song for the TV drama Unknown.

Its unique groove and melody line are challenging, but if you can pull it off at karaoke, you’ll definitely stand out.

With sentimental lyrics that resonate, it’s a number we’d love to hear women sing.

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Hoshino Takashi

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lingering loveKitatani Ruki

Ruki Chatan “Koinokori” Official Music Video

This is a ballad by Ruki Kitaya that sings of the pain and lingering feelings of heartbreak—something everyone experiences at least once.

Carried by gentle, unadorned strings, the song carefully weaves the emotions of someone who can’t accept parting with a loved one.

The protagonist, avoiding places filled with memories—like the convenience store where they used to meet or the walking path—will be relatable to many listeners.

Since its release in January 2023, the song has generated a major response, particularly on social media.

It’s a recommended track for those nursing the wounds of a breakup or in the mood to look back on a past love.

First LoveUtada Hikaru

Hikaru Utada – First Love

A melody that gently embraces a bittersweet farewell and unforgettable memories.

The lingering sweetness of young love woven by a 16-year-old Hikaru Utada seeps into the listener’s heart.

While accepting a past romance as a cherished memory, it also conveys a forward-looking strength to take a new step.

Included on the album “First Love,” released in March 1999, it was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Majo no Joken,” which began airing in April of the same year.

Set against a warm arrangement of piano and strings, even the breaths in the vocal performance resonate as part of the story.

This gem of a song offers solace when parting with someone dear or when you wish to bring closure to a past relationship.

snow moonYamada Ryosuke

Ryosuke Yamada – “snow moon” [Official Music Video]

A winter mid-tempo ballad that captivatingly conveys a sweet yet bittersweet love story woven into a snowy landscape, expressed through a delicate singing voice.

Set for release in February 2025, this track will also be included on the album “RED.” With vivid, wintry imagery, it delivers sincere affection for a cherished person, carried by a clear and beautiful vocal.

It’s a wonderful song that gently keeps you company on winter nights when you’re thinking of someone you love or during quiet moments spent reminiscing about precious memories.

Your Song for YouKawasaki Takaya

Takaya Kawasaki - Kimi no Tame no Kimi no Uta [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

This is a heartwarming song that contrasts the grandeur of the universe’s history with the small acts of love found in everyday life.

It is one of Takaya Kawasaki’s signature works, included on the 2018 album “I believe in you.” After its initial release on an indie label, it was reissued by Victor Entertainment.

The song portrays the preciousness of each moment with a loved one, expressing a straightforward, sincere devotion to someone dear.

The gentle tone of the acoustic guitar and the tender vocals resonate as if softly enveloping those feelings.

It’s a piece that supports anyone reflecting on relationships with irreplaceable people—partners, family, and others—and feeling a deep sense of love.

Magic CarpetKawasaki Takaya

Takaya Kawasaki - Magic Carpet [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

A gem of a love song by Takaya Kawasaki that makes you forget the worries and complex emotions unique to long-distance relationships.

The gentle tone of the acoustic guitar and his husky voice sink deep into your heart.

The straightforward feeling of “I don’t want to let you go” sets listeners’ hearts ablaze.

Included on the album “I believe in you,” released in July 2018, the track went viral on social media in 2020 and was chosen as the theme song for a LINE drama, capturing the hearts of many.

It’s a recommended song not only for those in long-distance relationships but also for anyone who wants to reaffirm their feelings for someone special.

I wish I were the one you liked.Te ga kuriimu pan

I wish I were the one you love / Hands Like Cream Bread (Wishing I’m her / tegacreampan) [Official Music Video]

A heart-stirring ballad by Tegami Cream Pan, where earnest feelings and a bittersweet mood are woven together through a clear, transparent vocal.

It gently portrays a woman who carries deep feelings for someone important yet struggles to express them.

Featuring an evocative piano melody, the song was released in April 2023.

Showcasing her delicate expressive power to the fullest, this piece speaks on behalf of girls in love.

It’s a must-listen for those who keep their feelings for a crush to themselves or find it hard to be honest about their emotions toward someone dear.