A love song that makes you want to send it to someone
We’ve curated a collection of songs that portray deep affection.
Love comes in many forms—romance, familial love, friendship, and more.
In this article, we’ve carefully selected especially recommended numbers from among them.
This selection is perfect for anyone who wants to hear beloved hits and classics about love, or who is looking for a song to dedicate to someone special.
Be sure to give them a listen.
By listening to these songs, you might notice forms of love you don’t usually think about.
And once you do, you’ll surely feel inspired to share that love.
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Love songs you'll want to deliver to someone (11–20)
Pure Love RhapsodyTakeuchi Mariya
This is Mariya Takeuchi’s 24th single.
The lyrics and music are by Mariya Takeuchi, and the arrangement is by her husband, Tatsuro Yamashita.
Despite its bright tone with music-box sounds and glittering arrangements, the lyrics are about an extramarital affair.
When a song crafted by this couple is sung in Mariya Takeuchi’s gentle voice, even a song about infidelity turns into a charming and delightful piece.
The Future Projection IIDREAMS COME TRUE
A massive hit by DREAMS COME TRUE, one of Japan’s most acclaimed artists, known for their overwhelming vocal prowess and emotionally charged, passionate performances.
This song is about meeting the person you love and the happy future you’ll share together.
Letterback number
Back Number’s “Tegami” (“Letter”).
The simple, straightforward lyrics go straight to the heart.
The backing music is simple as well, making it very easy to listen to.
The title “Letter” fits perfectly—it’s a lovely song.
It’s truly Back Number: a wonderful work that sings honestly about people’s feelings and hearts.
BatonKobukuro
Kobukuro’s “Baton” charms with piano, strings, and gentle vocals.
It’s an uplifting song we hope younger generations will listen to.
With a well-paced tempo and a feel-good vibe, it’s a work that’s quintessentially Kobukuro.
Highly recommended for life’s milestone moments as well.
If only you were here so I could hold you.miwa
The theme song of the TBS drama “Kounodori,” which depicts the birth of life, is “If I Could Hold You Here.” It’s a song by miwa, one of Japan’s leading young singer-songwriters.
With a clear, transparent voice, she gently sings about the preciousness of life and birth.
Miwa’s high notes in the chorus are wonderful, aren’t they? The profound lyrics are also a highlight.
Spring Dayaimyon
The theme song of the Crayon Shin-chan movie “Shinkon Ryokō Hurricane: Ushinawareta Hiroshi” is Aimyon’s “Harunohi.” Many in the younger generation probably know it.
It’s an upbeat, energetic number that makes you want to dash off toward the setting sun.
“Harunohi” is a song that fills you with power.
Love songs that make you want to send them to someone (21–30)
Luv LetterKawasaki Takaya
It might be a little embarrassing to put into words, but there’s a heartfelt urge to deliver all the love I can.
Many will be moved by this world like a love letter written in plain, unadorned words by an awkward protagonist.
It’s a warm number by Takaya Kawasaki that makes you realize that true happiness lies in the accumulation of small, everyday events and emotions.
This song is the opening track on the album “I believe in you,” released in March 2018, and it has been cherished by fans since his indie days.
The staging that includes a spoken line, as if reading a letter in the middle of the song, creates a vivid sense that someone is confessing their feelings right in front of you—it’s enough to make your heart skip a beat.
It’s the perfect song not only for proposals and weddings, but also for those moments when you want to once again express your gratitude to a special partner.