Popular Love Song Bands Ranking [2026]

Mr. BrightsideThe Killers71rank/position

The Killers – Mr. Brightside (Official Music Video)

The American alternative rock band The Killers.

Their music has been acclaimed around the world, and they have performed in Japan as well.

Among the songs that really fire up their live shows is their signature track, “Mr.

Brightside.” While its driving rock sound feels intense and impulsive, the lyrics are, in contrast, incredibly delicate and heartfelt.

Knowing these emotional lyrics makes the rock sound hit even harder—it’s a track that lets you feel the allure of rock all the more.

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I Don’t Want to Miss a ThingAerosmith72rank/position

Aerosmith – I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing (Official HD Video)

A heart-stirring masterpiece of a rock ballad by Aerosmith.

This song, which expresses a powerful desire not to miss a single moment with a loved one, conveys deep affection and passion.

Released in July 1998 as the theme song for the film Armageddon, it became Aerosmith’s first No.

1 in the United States, achieving the remarkable feat of holding the top spot for four consecutive weeks.

Played during the film’s climax, the song also portrays the bond between father and daughter and the spirit of self-sacrifice, giving it meaning beyond a simple love song.

It’s a highly recommended track not only for couples, but for anyone who wants to feel the bonds with someone important.

Open ArmsJourney73rank/position

Journey – Open Arms (Official Video – 1982)

Open Arms, one of Journey’s signature songs that made a huge impact in the 1980s.

Released in 1982, this classic ballad is still loved around the world.

Co-written by Jonathan Cain and Steve Perry, the song carries a powerful yet gentle message about trying to reclaim a lost love.

Its soaring, dynamic chorus stands out, and the lyrics and melody are a perfect match.

In Japan, it’s also known as the theme song for the film “Umizaru,” where its moving melody and lyrics captured the hearts of many.

It’s recommended not only for Journey fans but for anyone looking for a romantic song.

I don’t want to let go.T-BOLAN74rank/position

T-BOLAN “I Don't Want to Let Go” Music Video

Be moved by the love sung in the husky voice of T-BOLAN’s vocalist, Arashi Moritomo, in “Hanashitakuwa Nai” (“I Don’t Want to Let You Go”).

Originally included on the album T-BOLAN, the song was also released as a single about a month after the album’s release.

The lyrics in the first verse’s B section differ slightly between the album and single versions.

The song portrays the moment of realizing anew just how deeply one has always loved someone who isn’t right there in front of them.

If there’s someone in your life you feel you “don’t want to let go,” why not listen to this song and take the opportunity to face that person once again?

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SAKI

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LOVE YOU ONLYTOKIO75rank/position

LOVE YOU ONLY – TOKIO (Full)

TOKIO’s debut single leaves a vivid impression with its straightforward lyrics that shout, “I can only see you.” The song’s exhilarating band sound—brimming with a sense of speed as if capturing the rush of being in love—is simply refreshing.

Tomoya Nagase’s piercing vocals from his younger days are also incredibly pleasant to the ear.

Released in September 1994, the track was used as the theme song for the anime Tsuyoshi Shikkari Shinasai.

The fact that they made their first appearance on the year-end NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen just a little over three months after their debut speaks to their popularity at the time.

It’s an irresistible track for anyone who loves crisp, refreshing rock.

Kill my ex-boyfriendGōruden Bonbā76rank/position

Motokare Korosu

Formed in 2004, Golden Bomber is a band known for their performances as an “air band,” boasting a unique charm.

Their song “Motokare Korosu” portrays an intense jealousy toward a lover’s ex-boyfriend, blending humor and irony.

The appeal of this track lies in how it expresses seemingly negative emotions like jealousy and possessiveness through Golden Bomber’s signature upbeat melodies and catchy lyrics.

Anyone suffering from jealousy may find a chance to take a step back from their feelings and laugh them off.

AlwaysBon Jovi77rank/position

Bon Jovi – Always (Official Music Video)

A ballad from the American rock band Bon Jovi themed around reconciliation.

It expresses lingering feelings and regret toward a former lover, along with a vow of eternal love.

Released as a single in September 1994, it reached No.

4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and became a major international hit.

Its heartrending lyrics and dramatic melody resonate deeply, making it a recommended song for those seeking to heal the pain of heartbreak.

Jon Bon Jovi’s powerful vocals stir the listener’s emotions.