Unrequited love songs that strike a man's heart. Love songs from a male perspective that really hit home.
When you have a crush, so many emotions come flooding in, don’t they? You start overthinking or feeling happy even about things you wouldn’t normally notice—like a casual word or gesture from them.
When you can’t see them, the longing just grows stronger.
At times when your heart feels like it’s going to overflow during a one-sided love, music stays by our side.
There are tons of songs about unrequited love, and many of them are bittersweet love songs—but there are also upbeat tracks and ones with unique perspectives that are fun and can lift your spirits, too! You’ll definitely relate—and probably won’t be able to stop listening!
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Unrequited love songs that resonate with a man's heart. Love songs from a male perspective that really hit home (81–90)
YOU&IB’z
Songs by B’z, the rock unit that has produced numerous hits and is indispensable when talking about Japan’s rock scene.
Although it was released as a B-side to their 16th single “Negai,” this popular track was also included on their best-of album thanks to fan voting.
The inner struggle between feelings for an unrequited love and being tossed around by the situation is something many men may have experienced at least once.
It’s an unrequited love song that captures a man’s heart—one that can’t be simplified by “I like you”—and is sure to resonate with male listeners.
I am here.Yamazaki Masayoshi
A song that resonates with the pure desire to “spend even a little more time with that person” is “Boku wa Koko ni Iru” (“I Am Here”).
Singer-songwriter Masayoshi Yamazaki, known for his narrative, deeply textured songs, released it in 1998.
It was used as the theme song for the drama “Kiseki no Hito,” in which he himself appeared.
The sound—where strings and acoustic guitar beautifully cross over—will strike a chord in your heart.
Be sure to check out the passionate lyrics overflowing with love for someone special.
If you’re nursing a crush, let his gentle voice wrap around your heart.
I couldn’t ask you for your number again.Gōruden Bonbā
For those who feel, “I just can’t seem to close the distance with the person I like…,” the song that will give you a push is ‘Mata Kimi ni Bangō wo Ikenakatta’ (I Couldn’t Ask for Your Number Again).
Released in 2010 by Golden Bomber, a visual kei air band known for their acrobatic live performances, it features a catchy band sound driven by a lively rhythm that really hits home.
Though the song is bittersweet enough to make your chest tighten, its comical vocals that make you chuckle are part of its charm.
If you’re experiencing unrequited love right now, this is a track you’re sure to relate to.
Awakening in the eyesMy Hair is Bad
Released as a single in October 2022, this is one of My Hair is Bad’s most refreshingly exhilarating tracks.
The lyrics charmingly capture the rush of falling in love at first sight and the pure feeling of breaking into a smile just because the other person is smiling.
Chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s “Koisuru ♥ Shūmatsu Homestay 2022 Autumn ~Honey Soda Story~,” the piece was reportedly created by Shiiki drawing on his school-day memories, brimming with a fresh sensibility.
While the band has many bittersweet songs, this one shines with a brightness that affirms the start of a pure romance.
It’s a must-listen not only for those with a crush, but also for adults who want to relive the butterflies of back then.
The town where you liveShimizu Shota
Days when I can’t help but see traces of someone precious who’s no longer here…
This is a heart-piercing ballad.
It’s a song by singer-songwriter Shota Shimizu, released in 2010 as his eighth single.
The lyrics vividly evoke the scenery of the city you live in, woven together with a beautiful arrangement of resonant strings, creating a sound that feels lonely yet warm.
The more you listen, the more it brings you to tears.
If you still love the person you broke up with and can’t forget them, this will strike a chord.
CircusShido
This song, Circus, is included on SID’s 2009 album hikari.
The narrator’s crush is an older upperclassman, and the song conveys the heart-pounding tension when the chance to confess arrives.
It was actually created based on a true story from vocalist Mao’s student days.
Unrequited love songs that resonate with a man's heart. Love songs from a male perspective that hit home (91–100)
Blue BenchSasuke
When we talk about unrequited love, it’s not only about having feelings for someone you haven’t started dating yet; it can also mean still having lingering feelings after you’ve dated and broken up.
This song is about lingering feelings for an ex-girlfriend from school days, sparked by an invitation to a class reunion.
Many men might feel a wave of nostalgia at details like the description of the station near the school.
People often say that men tend to dwell on past relationships more than women do, and perhaps there are listeners who still can’t forget an old love and can relate to this song.
Whether the feelings are reciprocated again or you find a way to sort them out within yourself—no one can say—but hopefully listening to this song gives you the strength to take a step forward.
