Masterpieces that sing of love. Recommended popular songs.

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Toshinobu Kubota – Missing [Official Video]

This is an immortal masterpiece included on the first album “SHAKE IT PARADISE,” released in September 1986.

Although it was never released as a single, it’s widely known as one of Toshinobu Kubota’s signature songs.

It portrays a poignant relationship between a man and a woman who are drawn to each other yet can never be together, rendered through a one-of-a-kind, soulful voice.

The more one wishes to forget, the stronger the feelings grow—the searing emotion tightens the listener’s chest.

On a night when your heart is troubled by an unrequited love, why not listen quietly on your own?

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REIKO “LOVE DEEPER (Prod. m.c.A·T)” Music Video

This is a track by REIKO that inscribes a new page in the history of Japanese R&B.

It drew attention for officially sampling “Ryusei no Saddle,” a classic from Toshinobu Kubota’s landmark 1986 album SHAKE IT PARADISE.

The fact that Kubota himself—the original composer—praised it as “several times funkier than the source” speaks to its exceptional quality.

When you want to savor love anew, listening to this song will surely fill you with a gentle, tender feeling.

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Masaharu Fukuyama – Heartbeat <31st Anniv. Live “Slow Collection”> (Short ver.)

A poignant yet warm ballad that captivatingly portrays the turmoil of an unexpected love.

The protagonist, who had decided never to fall in love, grapples with confusion and a loneliness hidden behind a brave front, all conveyed through Masaharu Fukuyama’s richly emotive vocals.

Included on his original album “AKIRA,” released in December 2020—his first in six years and eight months—the song was chosen as the theme for the drama “#Remolove: Normal Love Is for the Weak.” Its delicate melody reflects the nuances of the protagonist’s emotions, making it a deeply satisfying listen.

Try listening while thinking of someone special.

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Hey! Say! JUMP – “encore” [Official Music Video 4K Short ver.]

Hey! Say! JUMP’s 35th single, sprinting from the Heisei era into Reiwa.

Released in May 2025, it was chosen as the theme song for the Kansai TV/Fuji TV drama “Parallel Couple: The Truth About the ‘Me and My Wife’ Who Died,” starring Kei Inoo and Rikka Ihara in dual lead roles.

It’s a true-to-life love song that distills pure feelings and the fragility of romance into its lyrics.

The catchy melody line and rhythmic groove are also irresistible.

It’s perfect for times when you want to reaffirm your feelings for someone you love.

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Rokudenashi “Albireo” / Rokudenashi – Albireo [Official Music Video]

This song captures the aching feelings of lamenting an unreachable love while gazing up at distant stars.

Though close, they feel far apart—an exasperating relationship beautifully depicted like a pair of binary stars.

Ninjin’s delicate vocals and Nayutan Seijin’s pop sound weave a perfect harmony that tightens the chest.

Released as a digital single in September 2024, this work is poised to become a classic that resonates with many.

It’s a recommended track for those who want to soak in the pain of unrequited love while looking up at the night sky.

DEVIL KISSKato Miria

Miliyah Kato 'DEVIL KISS'

An astonishing track by Miliyah Kato that portrays the ultimate form of twisted affection—loving so much that it turns to hate.

This song is the lead track from the album “WHO LOVES ME,” released in October 2021.

The lyrics vividly convey an intense mix of obsession and madness toward the beloved, expressing love so overwhelming it borders on deranged.

It’s a work to listen to when saccharine love songs aren’t enough and you want to touch the fierce passions lurking in the depths of the human heart.

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Miliyah Kato 'KILL MY LOVE'

A single released in August 2022, it’s an addictive dance tune.

What stands out is how the song portrays an independent protagonist who affirms herself by saying “I’m good as I am,” rather than relying on someone else.

The beat, infused with elements of hip-hop and R&B, grabs the listener’s heart.

It’s a track that showcases her expressive range.

When you’re struggling with love, this number gives you the courage to love yourself more.