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 (41–50)
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For example, it’s a pure love song that includes episodes like “I can’t help but replace the heroine in the movie with you when I watch it.” It’s a track by the rock band back number, released as their 11th single in 2015.
It drew attention when it was used in commercials for JR East and others.
The relaxed sound makes for a comfortable ballad, perfectly matched by vocalist Iyori Shimizu’s straightforward singing.
And the lyrics, written in down-to-earth language, really hit home.
It’s a work packed tightly with the band’s charms.
Unrequited love songs that resonate with a man's heart: love songs from a male perspective that hit home (51–60)
NE-CHU-SHOWbotchiboromaru
An upbeat tune that rides a danceable beat to capture the exhilaration of falling in love.
Produced by Bocchi Boromaru, the track was released in January 2025 and chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime “Babanbabamban Vampire.” It features a hybrid sound that skillfully blends rock, pop, and rap, brimming with energy that feels like it raises your body temperature just by listening.
Uniquely, it aligns with the bathhouse-themed world of the work, expressing the heat of love as “overheating” and “thirst.” It’s a song we especially recommend to anyone experiencing a fervent one-sided crush that makes your head spin with infatuation.
OrangeSMAP
A five-member idol group, SMAP, whose 28-year career earned them the title of a “national group,” continues to draw attention for each member’s activities even after their disbandment.
This song, though positioned as the B-side to their 32nd single, “Lion Heart,” is highly popular among fans and is even called “the most well-known B-side in Japan.” The lyrics look back on the time spent together even after choosing to part ways with a lover, conveying the lingering weight of a presence that hasn’t faded—something many listeners may feel deeply.
With a heartrending melody that brings the story of the lyrics straight to the heart, it’s a number that pierces the male psyche.
DepartureGReeeeN
Precisely because she’s someone I love so much, I want to cheer her on from the bottom of my heart! This song by GReeeeN—an acclaimed music group behind many hits like Kiseki and Aiuta—was released in 2008 as their sixth single.
It’s a bittersweet yet uplifting love song told from a man’s perspective, as he smiles and sends his girlfriend off to a faraway place so she can pursue her dreams.
The powerful vocals fit perfectly with the down-to-earth emotions in the lyrics.
It’s also a great pick-me-up to listen to when you’re feeling low.
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When your irrepressible feelings of love are about to overflow, “Aitai Riyuu” is highly recommended.
Released in 2010 by AAA, a music group that captivates listeners with powerful vocals and dance skills, the song is also known for being composed by Tetsuya Komuro.
Its sprightly synth sound and vibrant choral work will strike a chord in your heart.
This energetic track turns the bittersweet ache of love into passionate emotion.
If you find yourself “constantly thinking about that person,” this song might help you realize that your love is just beginning.
Lemon piemakaroni enpitsu
When you’re brimming with passion, you just crave a bubbly unrequited-love song, don’t you? For anyone feeling that way, I recommend “Lemon Pie.” It’s included on hope, the 2020 album by Macaroni Empitsu, a rock band beloved by young listeners for their emotionally stirring pop sound.
The track stands out with its lively groove and colorful synth tones.
Also pay attention to vocalist Hattori, who sings the emotional inner world of a man with a one-sided crush.
It’s a love song brimming with humorous, honest feelings, set to a rhythmically upbeat tempo.
Love is HereJanne Da Arc
The perfect song for a moody, adult romance is “Love is Here.” It was released in 2004 by Janne Da Arc, a visual kei rock band known for producing numerous anime songs.
The track brilliantly fuses dazzling synths with rock sounds.
With its upbeat four-on-the-floor drums, it will make the passion of love surge.
You’ll also find comfort in yasu’s sultry vocals.
If you’re thinking, “I want to confess my feelings, but I don’t have the courage…,” be sure to give it a listen.