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 hit home (101–110)
Color of loveMatsushita Kohei
Singer-songwriter Kohei Matsushita, who drew attention as an actor, made his second major debut in 2021.
“Color of love,” included on his first album POINT TO POINT, stands out with its groovy arrangement and poppy melody.
The lyrics tell the story of feelings that can’t be contained, yet not quite being able to take that first step—something many men with unrequited love will surely relate to.
It’s a refreshing track whose light, shuffling beat lifts your spirits.
NIGHT TOWNfurenzu
Friends, a “Shinsen-kei band” hailing from Shibuya/ Shinsen in Tokyo, deliver a poppy, happy sound.
This track features a lovely, comfortable groove and Emison’s flowing vocals.
Although it’s a 2017 song included on their mini-album Petit Town, it became a long-running hit on streaming services after being featured in the film We Made a Beautiful Bouquet.
With a mellow mood that makes you want to stroll through the city at night, it blends an exciting sense of anticipation with the flutter of romance.
The lyrics, which make you want to know more about the person you like, stir the emotions—and they’ll tug at a guy’s heartstrings, too!
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.
DESIRELUNA SEA
“DESIRE” is LUNA SEA’s sixth single, released in 1995.
It’s a somewhat intense track filled with the narrator’s feelings for a woman he loves deeply and passionately—so much so that he wants to hold her even if it means breaking himself, or even breaking her.
HeyYOAKE
YOAKE is an enigmatic music project that continually releases songs with different vocalists and genres.
“Naa” is a song themed around an unattainable love, sung by a male vocalist, and its poignant melody really stands out.
The lyrics, told from the perspective of a man with a one-sided crush, are highly relatable and are likely to make anyone’s heart flutter.
The clear, airy vocals and the stripped-down acoustic sound are also superb.
The music video, which mirrors the lyrics, is perfect for immersing yourself in that world.
Unrequited love songs that resonate with a man's heart: love songs with a male perspective that hit home (111–120)
I’m beat.sumika
For those who find themselves thinking about that special someone no matter what they’re doing, the song I want you to hear is “Maitta.” It’s included on the rock band sumika’s 2017 album Familia, and they’re known for their pop sound with bright, vivid tones.
The melody line, tinged with nostalgia, really strikes a chord.
Alongside the band’s straightforward, moving sound, Kenta Kataoka’s warm vocals resonate beautifully.
Among love songs themed around unrequited love, this track is packed with an uplifting message.
Give this passionate love song a listen and let it fuel the feelings you have for the one you love.
catDISH///
When people talk about unrequited love, they generally picture the stage before two people start dating.
But even after a relationship ends, if one person can’t let go and keeps holding on to their feelings, that’s unrequited love too, isn’t it? This song by DISH//, the band fronted by Takumi Kitamura, who’s also active as an actor, portrays a man in a broken-up couple who can’t forget his ex-girlfriend.
His desperate longing—to be with her again despite trying and failing to forget—hits you right in the heart just by listening.
If you’re in a similar situation, it will likely resonate with you even more.
