[Love Songs] Recommended love songs. Masterpieces that sing about feelings of love.
What kind of story is the “love song” you’re looking for?
Who are the characters, and what emotions are in motion?
Even when we say love song, it comes in many forms.
Just as some romances begin while others end, there are as many love stories as there are people in love.
Some people are thrilled to be united with the one they love; some are still struggling to catch up with the sorrow of a goodbye; and perhaps some are starting to think about marriage beyond dating, gazing at their partner while looking toward the future.
Because the beginnings and endings of love stories differ from person to person, the love songs we introduce here have been selected from a wide range of perspectives.
“I want to know your recommendations.” “I want to hear a love song that touches my heart.” “I’d like something happy.”
You’re sure to find the love song you’ve been wanting to hear.
These are all tracks that anyone can recognize as masterpieces, so please give them a listen.
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Love songs by female artists (1–10)
the best in the worldInoue Sonoko
Sonoko Inoue is known for her gentle, cute, and approachable singing voice, and she enjoys overwhelming support from junior and senior high school students.
“Sekai de Ichiban” is a song overflowing with feelings for someone you love.
I think many people will relate to its down-to-earth view of romance.
After listening, you’ll feel a soft warmth in your heart.
Be sure to check out the happy music video as well.
i love youchanmina
Crafted by Chanmina, known by the nickname “Beyoncé of Nerima,” this song is imbued with a poignant desire to affirm one’s existence through the gaze of a loved one.
While carrying her own fragility and wavering, the lyrics resonate by honestly expressing feelings for someone dear.
The choice to start the title in lowercase reflects the artist’s wish to convey a reserved, understated emotion.
The layered, multi-tiered choruses leave a strong impression, carefully shaping the song’s emotional depth.
Released in October 2025, the track was written as the theme song for the double-lead drama “Fake Mommy,” starring Haru and Rina Kawaei.
Its exploration of reexamining love amid life’s changing phases aligns with the drama’s worldview.
It’s a perfect song for anyone who struggles to be straightforward in front of the person they like, yet still longs to convey their feelings.
Love songs by female artists (11–20)
It smelled like shampoo.22/7
A 2nd single by 22/7 that portrays a secret longing for an upperclassman at an all-girls school.
Released in April 2018, the song delicately weaves the feelings of a faint, bittersweet crush.
It tells of parting with a senior who is leaving the club, the image of a white blouse turning translucent in backlight, and a gently drifting scent.
While carrying a love that can’t be told to anyone, the story unfolds up to the moment the senior embraces her, tightening the chest with every scene.
This work leaves the ache of an unfulfilled first love, yet also a lingering sense of solace.
It’s a song that quietly stands by those who cannot confide their feelings for someone of the same gender.
The summer you gave meieiri reo
Unrequited love can be beautiful in its fragile sense of almost reaching, yet never quite getting there.
“Kimi ga Kureta Natsu” is a song about such a fleeting summer romance.
It was also used as the theme song for the drama Koinaka.
While Leo Ieiri is known for her powerful vocals, in this track she sings a gentle, tender ballad from start to finish.
You can really feel the aching sorrow of unrequited feelings.
Kinmokusei feat. Mamiko SuzukiTOSHIKI HAYASHI (%C)
TOSHIKI HAYASHI (%C), a Tokyo-based beatmaker.
This track featuring Mamiko Suzuki of chelmico was included on his 2017 album “THREE” and released as a 7-inch analog single in August 2018.
Its mellow groove evokes an autumn dusk, and the flow—shifting smoothly from conversational rap into melody—intertwines exquisitely to gently portray emotions and memories that resurface with the changing seasons.
The sound, blending a lo-fi beat sensibility with city-pop-style harmonies, feels like a snapshot of small urban melancholies.
It’s a calm, warm love song perfect for the season when the fragrant olive blooms and scents the air.
eternityBENI
This is a song that vows from the heart to walk together with a loved one.
With a clear, translucent voice, it conveys such blissful love that you can hardly look at it directly.
It was also used as the theme song for the drama “Honjitsu wa Taian Nari.” The lyrics are filled with thoughtful touches and are very romantic.
It’s a song overflowing with happiness that makes you want to use it at a wedding.
A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly
Handing someone a bouquet with love can feel a bit embarrassing, but it’s something that makes the other person very happy, isn’t it? This song was also used as the theme song for the drama “Edison no Haha” (Edison’s Mother).
While you’re overwhelmed by the soulful, powerful vocals, it also makes you feel the wonder of loving someone.