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Is your heart fluttering every day?
If you’re in love—maybe even head over heels with an unrequited crush—your heart might be racing nonstop.
Here, we’re introducing a selection of timeless and modern, carefully curated heart-fluttering songs that will make your chest tighten and set your feelings alight.
“Heart-throb songs” come in many forms—from bittersweet tunes about unrequited love to straightforward love songs that declare devotion.
Some of you might even be reminded of past loves when you listen.
Whether you’re in love or not, press play, let your heart skip a beat, and feel the excitement!
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[Heart-Fluttering Songs] Timeless tracks that make your heart race and won’t stop the butterflies (1–10)
DarlingNishino Kana
Kana Nishino is a singer who empathizes with every feeling that comes with falling in love.
She gained popularity not only for her music but also for her girly fashion, especially among teens.
Among her songs, the one that keeps hearts fluttering is “Darling.” This track is included on the album “with LOVE,” released in 2014.
Its refreshing acoustic sound, carried by string instruments, leaves a strong impression.
The cute, conversational lyrics, as if speaking to a lover, make your heart skip a beat.
It’s a love song that helps you notice the happiness found in everyday life.
Tokimeki grassNEW!Hinatazaka46
This song features a refreshing melody and portrays the beginning of a romance that turns ordinary everyday scenery on its head.
Many people may have experienced that bittersweet moment when you suddenly find your heart stolen by someone you thought was just a friend.
Released in March 2019, this track was included on TYPE-C of the debut single “Kyun.” Despite being a coupling track, it also received a music video and enjoys high popularity among fans.
It was later included on the album “Hinatazaka,” and is cherished as an important song that colors the early days of Hinatazaka46.
With Nao Kosaka serving as center, the performance—expressed by all the members together—is another highlight.
It’s a perfect listen when you want to feel the spring sunshine and let your heart flutter with the anticipation of new love.
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For those who want to spend each day with their partner feeling even happier, “Hanataba” is highly recommended.
It’s included on the rock band back number’s 2011 album Superstar, a group essential to any discussion of J-pop love songs.
The straightforward rock sound unique to a three-piece band really resonates.
Many listeners will relate to the lyrics that candidly express true feelings toward a lover.
The chorus’s orthodox melody line is one you’ll want to hear again and again.
It’s a heartwarming love song that reminds you of the importance of everyday, casual interactions.
Stand by me, Stand by you.Hirai Dai
Singer-songwriter Dai Hirai delivers refreshing music with a Hawaiian vibe and is also known for contributing many songs to commercials.
“Stand by me, Stand by you.” was included on his 2021 album Life Goes On.
The track features a dramatic sound with a slow, steady clap.
His rap-influenced, gentle flow is cool, and the song is a heartfelt love tune celebrating the joy of meeting one’s destined partner.
Give it a listen.
Let’s kissmakaroni enpitsu
For those troubled by a more-than-friends, not-quite-lovers relationship, the song you should listen to is “Let’s Kiss.” It’s included on the rock band Macaroni Enpitsu’s 2022 album “Hopes for a Happy Ending,” a group known for delivering songs that capture the bittersweet hearts of young people.
Precisely because the arrangement is simple—just acoustic guitar and vocals—the feelings come across directly.
Hattori’s emotional singing about the anxieties we all carry is heart-tugging.
How about giving it a listen as a companion to help you through a lonely night?
I LOVE…Ofisharu Higedan Dism
If you feel embarrassed about honestly expressing your feelings to someone you like, “I LOVE…” will give you a gentle push.
It’s included on Editorial, the 2021 album by the four-piece band Official HIGE DANDism, known for expressing every genre of music through their unique worldview.
The song was also used as the theme for the drama Love Will Last Forever.
The gorgeous brass band sounds in the intro resonate powerfully.
Overall, it has a jazzy finish, letting you savor Satoshi Fujihara’s soulful high-tone vocals.
It’s a heart-throbbing song that conveys the strength of someone resolved to love.
mysteryHoshino Gen
Singer-songwriter Gen Hoshino, now known as a national pop icon, is famous for signature songs like “SUN” and “Koi.” Among his tracks, the one that perfectly suits a mature kind of romance is “Fushigi.” Released in 2021, the song was used as the theme for the drama “Kikazaru Koi ni wa Riyuu ga Atte.” It’s a jazzy piece of soul music with softly shimmering synths.
Its gentle, poetic lyrics carry a touch of ennui.
Why not let yourself be soothed by his warm, heart-fluttering voice that embraces the “loneliness” everyone feels?