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 Make You Sick (1–10)
Bathtub and neon tetraREISAI

A stunning debut from the Vocaloid unit REISAI, celebrated for its distinctive world where love and madness intertwine.
Centered on two male protagonists—one with blue hair and one with red—the story portrays a love so intense it borders on derangement, along with mutual dependency, gripping countless listeners and refusing to let go.
Released in January 2021 and later included in the December album Debauchery, this track is there for us when we’re on the verge of losing ourselves to love, or when we can’t heal from the pain of heartbreak.
RikaSIX LOUNGE

A SIX LOUNGE track where profound love and madness intersect.
It features a heavy rock sound and emotional lyrics.
The song portrays a complex relationship with a person called “Rika,” expressing possessiveness, instability, and earnest affection.
Released in August 2023, it left a strong impression on many listeners and received high praise from singer aiko.
The music video was directed and illustrated by Miku Masuda.
Their one-take performance on the YouTube channel THE FIRST TAKE also drew attention.
It’s a recommended song for those nursing heartbreak or seeking an intense emotional experience.
Love is a trap.satō moka

The sweet, bittersweet vocals and lyrics depicting a woman drowning in love leave a strong impression.
The melodies spun by Moka Sato, while incorporating elements of jazz and R&B, resonate gently as if nestling close to the listener’s heart.
The story, tinged with a single thread of danger as feelings of love spiral out of control, is sure to strike a chord with many.
Released in April 2025, this work was selected as the ending theme for the drama “Husband, Won’t You Please Die?” further deepening the show’s world.
It will also softly embrace the hearts of those who have yet to recover from the pain of a broken heart.
It’s not loveDAZBEE

This is a song by DAZBEE that portrays the darkness of unrequited love with a fantastical melody and addictive sound.
The intense obsession with the other person and the unstable state of mind are vividly expressed, drawing you into the emotions of a protagonist who loses themselves for the sake of love.
Released in November 2022, the track ventures into new territory by fusing a dark atmosphere with rap.
It’s a song you can relate to when you can’t recover from heartbreak, or when the intensity of your feelings even scares you.
Why not listen to this track and confront the darkness within yourself?
beloved catbiz×ZERA feat LOLUET

This song portrays a form of love where tenderness and danger coexist, created as a collaboration between biz×ZERA and LOLUET.
Beneath the cute, pop-styled lyrics lurk a desire to possess and a craving for control, intersecting strikingly with the longing for unconditional love.
Released digitally in October 2023, the track is also included on the album “Aikyo” and has garnered broad support.
Within its translucent vocals and polished production lies the precariousness of codependent love—a piece that resonates with those suffering from heartbreak or troubled by obsessive attachment.
To you who didn’t choose meKoresawa

Koresawa’s song portrays the lingering attachment and regret of the one not chosen, along with the complex feelings toward the other person.
While conveying the emotions of a heartbroken woman in a straightforward way, it pairs a catchy, fast-paced band sound with a powerful expression of bittersweet longing.
The track is included on the album “To the You Who Chose Me and the You Who Didn’t,” set for release in March 2025, and an animated music video has also been released.
It’s a song that gently gives a push to those trying to move forward while carrying the pain of heartbreak.
Love Song feat. EveKitanitatsuya

A work marked by an addictive melody and lyrics that portray the anguish of a heart caught between love and dependency.
The unique world created by the collaboration of Tatsuya Kitani and Eve sets it apart from conventional love songs.
Included on the June 2023 EP “LOVE: AMPLIFIED,” this piece depicts a form of love that eats away at the heart like poison.
It’s a song that resonates with those struggling in romance—being consumed with thoughts of the other person, or feeling lingering attachment even after deciding to part ways.
A must-listen for anyone who feels they’re on the verge of drowning in single-minded, all-consuming love.


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