[Menhera & Yandere] A love song so single-minded it makes you sick
Have you ever been called a menhera or yandere because your feelings for someone were so strong?
In romance, “menhera” and “yandere” are often seen as clingy or overbearing, but looking at it another way, you could say they’re expressions of single-minded, unwavering love.
Love takes many forms depending on the person, but in this article, we’ll introduce songs that portray views on love commonly perceived as heavy, painful, or scary.
They’re also recommended for when you’ve gone through a heartbreaking breakup and just can’t calm your emotions.
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[Menhera & Yandere] Love Songs So Devoted They Drive You Crazy (111–120)
Paradise Lostjoōbachi
Not only for their beauty but also for their wide vocal range, Queen Bee has many fans.
This song, ‘Lost Paradise,’ is included on their fifth album, ‘Q,’ released in 2017.
When you think about the relationship between the two people in the song, you can imagine that they’re probably unable to love straightforwardly or in a conventional way.
The way they drown in love and the feelings they keep hidden will likely cut deep for those who’ve experienced a similar kind of love.
Yet there’s no sense of gloom; it’s a dark, edgy song that’s put together in a very cool way, and I highly recommend it.
[Menhera & Yandere] Love Songs So Devoted They’ll Drive You Mad (121–130)
It’s okay to be unwell right now.takayan
A moving song by Takayan that advocates the importance of self-acceptance even while carrying pain.
A gentle message to modern people who tend to be trapped by past regrets and comparisons with others: “It’s okay to be unwell right now.” Released in April 2020, the track showcases Takayan’s trademark raw emotional expression and an empowering quality that lifts listeners up.
Blending rap into a J-pop style, it delivers emotional lyrics over a lively beat.
It resonates with many listeners as a song that stays close to those struggling with heartbreak or relationships, or those who feel they’re losing sight of themselves.
The maiden is a psychopath.Pmaru-sama.
This song portrays a girl whose whims sometimes go too far, along with her wish to be loved for all of that, too.
By depicting seemingly outrageous thoughts and episodes in concrete detail, the title “Psychopath” comes through clearly.
The fast-paced sound and cutesy, front-and-center vocals contrasted with lyrics full of various demands convey a sense of momentum and confidence to charge ahead as herself.
And by not only pushing unreasonable requests onto the other person but also showing her own over-the-top actions for their sake, the song communicates an intense, even overwhelming love for the other person.
Only on nights when I want to dieAina ji Endo
Aina the End, a member of the universally popular group BiSH, released the solo song “Shinitai Yoru ni Kagitte” (Only on Nights I Want to Die).
The title is a bit shocking, but the track was written as the ending theme for a drama of the same name.
Many people who are deeply troubled can’t sleep at night, with thoughts swirling so much they can’t drift off.
As the title includes “night,” this is a song that suits the nighttime perfectly—one you’ll want to sink into alone and immerse yourself in its world.
Aina’s soul-stirring vocals are sure to bring you a sense of peace.
Minimalist BoyfriendZOC
A song by the idol unit ZOC, released in 2019.
In this track, the reasons for breaking up with her boyfriend are listed one after another, making it a recommended listen for anyone thinking, “I like him, but I’m not loved—maybe we should break up.” The boyfriend seems to be quite a terrible guy, yet the woman still loved and believed in him… her love runs deep.
The melody is very pop and easy to listen to, and the portrayal of a woman torn between love and attachment is heartbreaking.
If you’re struggling with a similar relationship, please give it a listen and find the courage to move forward.
What are you laughing at?Yoshino
A song by Yoshino that portrays a heartrending love.
The lyrics, written in Kansai dialect, create a distinctive atmosphere.
It expresses emotional conflict and the contradictions of living, conveying the pain of struggling with one’s own contradictions.
Released in October 2024 as the ending theme for the anime “The Next Life Is Someone Else’s,” it brilliantly complements the show’s worldview.
Yoshino’s shout-style vocals and the raw rock sound leave a strong impression, making it perfect for when you want to let your emotions explode.
It’s also recommended for those who want to burn off excess energy or feel frustrated with an unreasonable world.
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When you aren’t loved by the one you want to love you, you might feel like the song suggests.
Even if the love is a lie, you still want affection from that person.
Surely, when that yearning reaches its peak, people stop choosing their means.
No matter how fiercely distorted love may be, at its root it must be pure love.