Bittersweet! Love songs by female artists recommended for the Yutori generation
In J-pop, love songs are timeless favorites across every era.
From tracks that evoke the sweet, bittersweet feelings of a first crush to songs that suggest a slightly dangerous kind of romance, these tunes resonate with listeners in all kinds of situations.
So this time, we’re introducing love songs by female artists that we recommend for the yutori generation.
They’re all classics, so we hope you’ll find a love song that suits you.
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Sweet and bittersweet! Love songs by female artists recommended for the Yutori generation (71–80)
I heard the sound of cherry blossoms blooming.＝LOVE
This is a heartwarming =LOVE song that gently conveys the arrival of spring.
It portrays a faint, bittersweet first love by likening the flutter of a first crush to the invisible scene of “the sound of cherry blossoms blooming.” The reasons the protagonist prefers riding in the third car of the school commuter train, and the care she takes with her hairstyle, convey the feelings of a girl earnestly navigating her first love despite her confusion.
Included on the May 2021 album “Zenbu, Naisho.” (“Everything’s a Secret.”), the song also drew attention for its refreshingly springlike visual beauty in the music video.
It’s a perfect track for the spring season—one that makes your heart flutter when listened to at the start of a new school term.
It’s recommended not only for those in love, but also for anyone who wants to enjoy the spirit of spring.
I want to be lovedYumcha
Yumcha’s signature song, which has sparked a huge reaction—especially among high school girls.
It’s a bright, energetic pop track that portrays a lovestruck girl doing her best to get the person she likes to notice her.
While she works on improving herself and tries various ways to appeal to them, a bittersweet sense of longing seeps through as her feelings don’t quite reach.
The song captures the inner conflict of wanting to change for someone while trying to maintain confidence in oneself, all from a relatable, down-to-earth perspective.
Released in November 2024, it quickly became a hot topic on social media.
It’s been widely used in TikTok choreography videos and on Instagram, rapidly spreading waves of empathy.
As an uplifting anthem for unrequited love, it brings comfort to many—perfect for those in the midst of a crush or anyone eager to share their feelings with someone special.
Stars, Freckles, and Diamondstakahashi honoka
Honoka Takahashi, the vocalist of Regal Lily, expresses a unique worldview with delicate expressiveness and an emotional guitar sound.
Blending alternative rock and indie rock, she formed the band and began performing while still in high school.
She has been active internationally, including appearances at SXSW in the U.S.
and a tour in China, and has released the albums “bedtime story” and “C to shi ikeru mono.” She has also created numerous tie-in songs for films and anime, captivating listeners with her clear, transparent voice and distinctive sensibility.
As an artist who provides music for NHK’s “Minna no Uta,” she enjoys broad support across a wide audience.
In conclusion
This time we introduced love songs sung by female artists that we’d like to recommend to the Yutori generation.
How did you like them? From famous tracks everyone has probably heard at least once to hidden gems, they’re all numbers that evoke different kinds of romance.
They’re perfect not only for those who want to see themselves in the songs, but also for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in the stories of the lyrics!