[To Those in Love] Relatable Love Songs to Listen to When You’re Crushing Hard

I melt when I’m in front of you.Leina

Leina “I Melt When I’m In Front of You - Kimi no Maedato Tokechauno” MV

Leina’s new endeavor is woven with a voice that gently wraps around emotions on the verge of melting away.

Released in August 2024, this song is a ballad that blends pop sensibilities with delicate nuance.

It captures a heart-trembling kind of love through a clear, transparent vocal that resonates deeply with listeners.

It seems to sing of that bittersweet feeling of losing your composure in front of the one you love.

A music video featuring an emotionally rich performance has also been released.

It’s a song that stays close to those troubled by love or carrying feelings for someone special.

I fall in love with you againNishino Kana

Kana Nishino “Falling in Love with You Again” MV Full

This song captures the poignant, heart-squeezing feelings of unrequited love.

Kana Nishino’s delicate vocals beautifully express the complex emotions of someone in love.

Even though she’s down after realizing the person she likes has feelings for someone else, her heart still leaps when she gets a message from them—conveying the frantic back-and-forth of a person in love.

Released digitally in August 2024 and included on the EP “Love Again” in September, this track drew considerable attention as the second single following Kana Nishino’s return to activity.

It’s a recommended listen not only for those experiencing unrequited love, but also for anyone who wants to feel the complexities of romance.

Because I like you.Yuika

Because I love you. (feat. Ren) / “Yuika” [Music Video]

A cute love song by Yuika that portrays the pure feelings of a high school romance.

Set to a gentle melody, the lyrics express in down-to-earth words how the singer is drawn to a crush’s small gestures and unexpected personality contrasts.

The heartfelt wishes—“Please turn around,” “Please notice me”—will remind anyone of a page from their own youth.

Released in June 2021, the track became a major sensation, especially on TikTok, topping viral charts in many countries.

It’s a perfect pick for those feeling the ache of unrequited love or looking to boost their motivation in romance.

It’s love, right?wacci

wacci 'Koi Daro' Music Video

The song by wacci, which sings of a bittersweet love, overflows with gentleness and warmth.

Written as an insert track for the Fuji TV drama “A Thorny Path to Royalty” (Yangotonaki Ichizoku) and released digitally in April 2022, it won an Excellence Award at the 64th Japan Record Awards.

It gives powerful voice to love’s ability to overcome every barrier—gender, age, family background—and has captured the hearts of many listeners.

Conveying unwavering devotion to the other person and the importance of being honest with your own feelings, it’s a track we hope everyone struggling with love will hear.

You said the moon is beautiful.berry meet

berry meet / The moon is beautiful [Music Video]

This song paints a picture of a winter night sky and the bittersweetness of love.

Its delicate vocals and acoustic tones settle quietly in the heart like falling snow.

The melody gently embraces the anxiety, hopes, and unspoken frustrations of someone in love, leaving a strong impression.

Released as berry meet’s single in November 2023, it resonated with many listeners.

Listening during the winter season—especially while gazing up at the night sky—deepens the feelings of someone in love.

It’s a perfect track for those with unrequited feelings or those hesitating to confess.

Sniper.Yuika

Sniper. / “Yuika” [MV]

The sweet, bittersweet vocals and lyrics that capture a girl’s heart as she can’t stop thinking about the one she likes are striking! It’s a cute love song sung by the singer-songwriter Yuika.

Many of us have experienced closely watching the actions of our crush or feeling our heart race over a small comment.

In this piece, the unique metaphor of a “sniper” is used to cleverly portray the exhilaration and restlessness of unrequited love.

Released in April 2024, the song became a big topic, especially on social media.

It’s a recommended track for anyone currently in a one-sided crush or those who want to feel the thrill of love.

You know what,are-kun &『yuika’}

You know. / Are-kun & “Yuika” [MV]

A refreshing melody that evokes the feeling of spring and lyrics that capture the innocence of first love make a lasting impression! This is a duet song by Are-kun and Yuika.

Created solely through exchanges on social media, the track was born from a fateful encounter where they met in person for the first time at the recording session.

It vividly portrays the frustrating emotions of two people who have feelings for each other but can’t quite express them honestly.

Released in April 2022, the song gained attention for its youthfully nostalgic music video, in which a high school boy and girl share their feelings as cherry blossoms flutter around them.

It’s recommended not only for those experiencing unrequited love, but also for anyone looking to start a new romance with the arrival of spring.