[J-Pop] A collection of popular songs with “love” in the title
How many people can quickly answer when asked, “What is love?” I’m sure everyone has their own idea of what “love” means.
And it’s the same in music.
Throughout the long history of Japanese music, there are countless songs that use the word “love.” So this time, I’ll be introducing popular songs that have the character for “love” (愛) in their titles.
I’ve tried to pick works from a wide range of eras, so hopefully there’s something that resonates with everyone.
Be sure to read to the end!
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[J-Pop] Popular songs with “Love” in the title (21–30)
You can’t love all of me.A-ko
Singer-songwriter aco, who is gaining attention for songs that incorporate diverse musical styles like pop, electro, jazz, and new wave.
Released digitally on June 21, 2023, “Atashi no Zenbu wo Aisenai” lingers in your ears with its sprightly beat and airy, translucent whisper vocals.
The lyrics, which evoke a story of being in love while unable to shake negative feelings toward oneself, are likely to resonate with many listeners’ own experiences.
It’s a sentimental number with a dreamy yet ennui-tinged atmosphere that leaves a strong impression.
Ingot of Pure Lovetuki.
A song by tuki.
that moves the heart with delicate emotional expression and deep insight.
Like an ingot—a solid block of metal—it beautifully depicts a form of love that is pure and valuable.
Sweet yet heartrending feelings of romance are intertwined with the weight and responsibility that love carries, resulting in a philosophical track.
Included on the album “15,” released in January 2025, it stands as one of the fifteen tracks that showcase the blossoming of tuki.’s new talent.
It’s a perfect song for those who want to reexamine the essence of love or seek resonance with pure, earnest romantic feelings.
[J-Pop] Compilation of Popular Songs with “Love” in the Title (31–40)
Waves of Lovemakaroni enpitsu
Macaroni Enpitsu is a four-piece rock band that made big waves when their 2021 song “Nandemonaiyo” became a hit.
Their 2023 release “Ai no Nami” is a pop-rock track with a light, pleasantly jangly guitar sound.
This mid-tempo song is captivating for the way intensity and gentleness coexist in its tone.
The lyrics by vocalist-guitarist Hattori, which portray emotional romance, are also striking.
Plus, there’s a brief break in the latter half where every part drops out for a moment, and the way it surges back into a powerful chorus from there is just fantastic!
In the end, it’s love.Soraoto feat. KurīpuhaiPu
Sora-ne, who drew attention as a high school rapper and whose debut album “Fantasy club” still feels fresh in our memories for its success.
This song, “Anyway, It’s Love,” is a collaboration with CreepHyp.
The lyrics and composition are co-written by Sorane and Seikakan Ozaki, delivering a track whose profound words will satisfy fans of both.
It portrays complex love and emotions, and it offers glimpses of the pain that many LGBTQ listeners may resonate with—the anguish of having a relationship denied or questioned by others.
The title itself carries layers of meaning, and throughout the song a palpable sense of frustration and poignancy comes through.
Love is medicinewacci
A heartwarming song that celebrates the warmth of human connection and touches the soul.
Released by wacci in February 2024 as their 12th single, it also serves as the ending theme for the second cour of the popular anime “The Apothecary Diaries.” Hashiguchi’s gentle vocals are beautifully complemented by Muranaka’s delicate guitar.
Evoking the freshness of a sky after rain, this piece teaches us the joy of cherishing someone and of being cherished in return.
It’s a perfect song for soothing a weary heart or reflecting anew on gratitude for someone special.
Say “love.”Sogabe Keiichi
Keiichi Sokabe, who is active as a singer-songwriter, created a chill, atmospheric pop song titled “Ai to Ie” (“Say It’s Love”).
The track was inspired by the story of the stage production “BGM” by the theater company Lolo and is used in the play as an insert song.
Its lyrics delve deeply into the question of what love is, prompting reflection.
Another appeal is the narrative quality of the lyrics themselves, featuring, for example, a line that reads like a sentence from a letter partway through.
Even those who haven’t seen the play can still enjoy its distinctive world.
In conclusion
There were a lot, but to be honest, I couldn’t introduce them all at all! That’s how many popular J‑pop songs there are that use the word “love.” This is an article I plan to update regularly, so please feel free to drop by again whenever you’re in the mood!