I love it… A wonderful love song with lyrics that touch the heart. Classic and popular tracks from Japanese music.

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natori – Thread That Connects Us

This is a gently and delicately rendered story about a closed-off protagonist who begins to change after meeting the person they love.

It beautifully portrays a sincere form of love in which two people accept each other—including past wounds, secrets, and differences in perspective—within a cherished relationship.

Released digitally in September 2024, it has drawn attention as the theme song for the film “Arrogance and Goodness,” based on the novel of the same name by Mizuki Tsujimura.

It offers a different charm from Natori’s signature track “Overdose,” suggesting a new frontier for the artist.

For those who want to embrace everything about the other person without losing their own identity, this is a song that will resonate deeply with the delicate tremors of the heart.

Stop that nightTeranishi Yūma

Yuma Teranishi “Stop That Night” Official Music Video

This is a song by Yuma Teranishi that portrays a heartrending love.

It’s a ballad reflecting on a special night that has passed, resonating with regret over lost love and a wish to reunite.

Released as a digital single in November 2024, it was chosen as the theme song for the BS Fuji drama “Kazuhiro Teranishi Mystery: SPELL – Revenge of the Green Monkey.” Teranishi himself wrote, composed, and arranged the track, infusing it with a message that respects diverse forms of love.

It’s a recommended listen for those sensing the end of a romance or feeling nostalgic about memories with someone special.

Your Song for YouKawasaki Takaya

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

Takaya Kawasaki’s heartwarming piece gently envelops the feelings you hold for someone special.

By contrasting the vastness of the universe with the miracle of two people meeting, it gives voice to profound love for a cherished person.

Since being included on the July 2018 album “I believe in you,” this work has continued to soothe the hearts of many.

It’s a song that stays close to you during special moments with a loved one, or whenever someone is on your mind.

Kawasaki’s warm vocals and the tender tones of the acoustic guitar are sure to resonate deeply with listeners.

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.

Can I try saying “I love you”?Matsushita Kohei

Kohei Matsushita – Is It Okay If I Say I Love You? (Music Video)

It’s a warm song that gently embraces the feelings of someone in love.

Kohei Matsushita’s soft vocals beautifully capture the desire to honestly convey one’s emotions to a beloved.

Crafted by Takahito Uchisawa of androp and released in November 2024, this gem of a love song skillfully fuses the gentle tones of acoustic guitar with elements of R&B.

It sings of the difficulty of putting love into words, and the strong urge to express it nonetheless.

A heartwarming track you’ll want to listen to with someone special.

Curse me, curse me.＝LOVE

=LOVE (Equal Love) / 16th Single “Curse and Curse” [MV full]

A song by =LOVE that portrays the moment when love transforms into a curse.

While it begins with a desire to be deeply connected with the one you love, that feeling gradually turns into something heavy and curse-like.

The lyrics carry an unsettling atmosphere inspired by a banquet held in the twilight darkness, leaving a powerful impression on listeners.

Iori Noguchi, who takes center stage, amplifies the song’s worldview with her bold, bitter allure.

Released in March 2024 as =LOVE’s 16th single, the track was also chosen as a tie-in song for the Odaiba Dinosaur Expo 2024.

It’s a recommended listen for those who want to feel the complexities of romance and the depth of affection.

Tearful KissSazan Ōrusutāzu

Tearful Kiss

A bittersweet yet beautiful melody that seeps into the heart, this ballad delicately portrays the protagonist’s sorrow and lingering feelings as they face a breakup with a lover.

The emotionally rich vocals woven by Southern All Stars, together with a simple instrumental arrangement, convey the pain of heartbreak with striking clarity.

Released in July 1992, it drew major attention as the theme song for the drama “Zutto Anata ga Suki Datta.” It became Southern All Stars’ first million-selling single and won the Excellence Award at the 34th Japan Record Awards.

Whether you’re seeking to heal the sadness of parting or reminiscing about past love, this song gently stays by your side—and continues to be a source of comfort for many to this day.