Recommended unrequited love songs for high school boys

Love and romanceNovelbright

Novelbright – Love and Romance [Official Music Video]

“No matter what I’m doing, I can’t stop thinking about that person…” For high school students who feel this way, give “Ai toka Koi toka” a listen.

Released in 2022 by Novelbright, the rock band behind numerous film and TV theme songs, this track soothes with its soft, acoustic guitar–led melody and Yudai Takenaka’s clear, high-tone vocals that honestly express the feelings of love.

It’s a song we recommend both to those nursing a crush and those happily in love.

Be sure to check out this heartwarming love song that will color your high school days.

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IfRADWIMPS

What if - RADWIMPS cover (guitar) solo acoustic

This song, which vocalist Mr.

Noda wrote when he was in high school, truly captures the feeling of youth.

I suspect there are more men than you’d think who have felt this way.

The YouTube comments section is flooded with messages of empathy.

Kasane AiSoala

Soala – Kasaneai [Official Music Video]

Soala’s translucent vocals gently embrace the feelings that pass each other by and the wish to reunite, delicately expressing subtle emotions.

Released in January 2025 as a track on the EP “Bluem,” the song is distinguished by its piano-centered, gentle sound and memorable melodic lines.

The music video—featuring model Ryoka Orita and actor Yusei Ito—has also garnered attention, spreading waves of empathy across social media.

It’s a song I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone who carries a “what if”—wondering how things might have been if you’d met in a different way.

I love you. ~100 Regrets~Sonar Pocket

Sonar Pocket “I Love You. ~100 Regrets~” [MV Spot 1]

I’m sure there are people who still can’t forget their ex-girlfriend.

There’s no need to feel ashamed for being sentimental.

I think it’s a noble one-sided love.

This song is about that kind of regret.

I believe teenagers, in particular, will be able to relate to the lyrics.

Not quite loversTENSONG

TENSONG “Koibito Miman” [Official Music Video]

A bittersweet song by TENSONG that captures the fluttering feelings of love swaying in a fragile and unstable relationship.

The longing to become lovers and the desire not to break the current bond collide, striking a chord in the heart.

Takabō’s clear, translucent vocals delicately portray the earnest delivery of feelings to the other person.

Released in May 2023, this track is recommended for anyone moved by the frustration of love—unable to suppress your feelings, yet unable to be honest about them.

Your favorite songUVERworld

UVERworld 'The Song You Like'

When you have a one-sided crush, it’s really hard to say those simple words, “I like you,” isn’t it? Once you’re mutually in love or a couple, it’s just part of everyday conversation, but during a one-sided crush, those words feel like they carry your fate.

This song captures that feeling.

UVERworld is a band that’s hugely popular among teenage boys, so I highly recommend them.

Boys Don’t CryYOAKE

YOAKE 'Boys Don't Cry' Official Music Video

YOAKE’s 2023 track “Boys Don’t Cry” sings about the hazy feelings of unrequited love and the desperate wish for that love to come true.

It captures emotions everyone with a crush has felt: getting carried away by a tiny positive reaction and thinking, “This might actually work!”, or sinking into despair like life is over when there’s no response at all.

But what unites everyone with a one-sided love is the burning desire for their feelings to be fulfilled.

Let this song remind you to treasure the delicate stirrings of young love.

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