Masterpieces that sing of love. Recommended popular songs.
From Yamatatsu to Kyon Kyon, we’ve gathered songs that express sweet and bittersweet feelings of love.
It includes not only classic hits but also tracks by recent artists, so why not add them to your karaoke repertoire?
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A masterpiece that sings of love. Recommended popular songs (211–220)
I stillmilet

Written as the theme song for the film “Unknown Girlfriend,” this piece is a gemlike ballad that resonates with the heart through the emotionally rich vocals of the film’s lead, milet.
The lyrics express both the enduring strength and the fragile nature of love, unchanged across any world.
Streaming begins in January 2025, with a single release to follow in February.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you want to feel the bond with someone important, or when you’re experiencing a love that makes your heart waver.
I love JK kiss dateshallm

A catchy band tune that sings of bittersweet first love.
It’s a song by shallm, digitally released in December 2024.
It also drew attention as the tie-in track for Nippon TV’s official short drama “Every Day, We Blush.” Set to a straightforward guitar rock sound, it captures the feelings of a girl with an unrequited crush—something teens in particular will relate to.
The lyrics convey her inability to contain her feelings and her struggle with the distance between them.
Recommended not only for those wrestling with love, but also for anyone who wants to relive the nostalgia of their youth.
merry-go-roundtonun

This song deftly portrays both the sweetness of hands brushing together and the frustration of feelings that can’t quite reach.
Riding a ceaselessly turning merry-go-round, the lyrics beautifully and poignantly capture emotions swirling through the heart.
Tonun’s sweet, smoky vocals brilliantly express the tremors of someone in love.
Included on the album “Intro,” released in June 2023, this track is part of a 10-song collection that drew attention as an ambitious work opening new horizons for J-pop.
A solo release-show was also held to commemorate the launch, reportedly sending fans into a frenzy.
It’s a perfect song to keep you company on your commute to work or school, especially if you’re wrestling with matters of the heart—why not give it a listen?
Thread of feelingstonun

This song delicately portrays lost love and the subtle stirrings of the heart.
It nostalgically revisits a past romance, expressing the complexity of its emotions through the metaphor of “threads of feeling.” Tonun’s translucent vocals and the gentle tone of the guitar tenderly capture the frustration and sweetness of love.
Released in June 2023, the track is included on the album Intro.
It’s perfect for soothing a tired heart or spending a relaxing moment.
It also makes a great new addition to your karaoke repertoire.
Tonun’s piece can be described as a song for all who are in love, one that conveys warmth and affection.
seesawtuki.

A bittersweet love song by tuki.
that overlays the delicate distance between two people in romance with the image of a seesaw.
It’s a track we hope those in relationships that aren’t progressing—and who feel that frustrating stagnation—will listen to.
When you’re struggling with the distance or mismatch in feelings between you and your partner, you’re sure to find moments that resonate.
The album “15,” releasing in January 2025 and featuring this song, is a collection of tracks she created up to the age of 15—be sure to check it out along with this track.
Ingot of Pure Lovetuki.

This is a sweet-and-sour track by tuki.
that likens the feeling of being in love to a gold ingot.
The lyrics convey the weight and importance of “pure love,” resonating deeply with listeners.
Included on the album ‘15,’ released in January 2025, this song showcases tuki.’s delicate sensibilities.
The rap section, which conveys the thrill and excitement of romance, is also captivating.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to while thinking of someone you love—why not sing it at karaoke to elevate your mood?
It’s love, right?wacci

A heartwarming love song by wacci that offers the most straightforward answer to the question, “What is love?” Its lyrics teach us that love transcends gender, age, background, and nationality—resonating with many listeners.
Written as an insert song for the Fuji TV drama ‘A Family Undisturbed,’ it was released in April 2022 and won the Excellence Award at the 64th Japan Record Awards.
Brimming with warmth, this track gently encourages those struggling with love or lacking confidence.


