Popular Love Song Bands Ranking [2026]

LOVER SOULJUDY AND MARY85rank/position

LOVER SOUL

By singing this song, I believe the bride can express her love to the groom.

The lyrics strike a perfect balance—neither too direct nor overly roundabout—helping to ease the embarrassment of performing on such a special occasion.

Hey Girl Feat.CORN HEADOZROSAURUS86rank/position

OZROSAURUS – Hey Girl feat.CORN HEAD

An adult love song by Yokohama’s kaiju Ojirosaurus and veteran reggae DJ CORN HEAD.

Over a funky, late-night, shimmering beat, Macho and CORN HEAD flow with effortless mic control.

Despite being an adult love song, it avoids crass vibes—its word choices carry a certain purity, and the touch of luxury makes it perfect for listening during a drive date.

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SNOW SOUND[Alexandros]87rank/position

[Alexandros] – SNOW SOUND (MV)

This is a song by [Alexandros] that expresses wintertime affection and the swelling of emotions.

Its sound, tinged with poignancy yet unfolding into a grand atmosphere, conveys a burning passion that seems to drive away the winter cold.

It depicts new encounters beyond sorrow and how they color the world, while also expressing a desire to cherish those connections.

The portrayal of emotions that grow as memories accumulate—and the attempt to hold back feelings that are about to overflow—is particularly striking.

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kappamaki

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Journey of the Heartchūrippu88rank/position

TULIP “Kokoro no Tabi” (Lyric Video)

Tulip’s third single, released by Toshiba EMI in April 1973, is a classic that poignantly portrays the bittersweet feelings of a protagonist setting off on a journey by train.

Written and composed by Kazuo Zaitsu and tenderly sung by Tatsuya Himeno, whose sweet voice conveys the longing for a lover far away, the song topped the Oricon weekly chart and sold a total of 870,000 copies, becoming one of Tulip’s signature love songs.

It has been widely featured in tie-ins, including the Fuji TV program “Ninjō Ippon Kokoro no Tabi,” a Toyota Carina commercial, and JR West’s graduation trip campaign, making it a heart-tugging tune for the season of farewells and new departures.

It gently accompanies those in long-distance relationships and anyone parting from someone special due to graduation or a job transfer.

Hard To Say I’m SorryCHICAGO89rank/position

Chicago – Hard To Say I’m Sorry (Official Music Video)

This is a signature work by the American brass-rock band Chicago, depicting the pain of heartbreak alongside an elegant piano melody.

Released in September 1982 and produced by David Foster, the song elevates the rich musicality of the brass section into a pop arrangement.

It topped the U.S.

singles chart for two consecutive weeks.

Chosen as the ending theme for the film “Blue Lovers,” it also became familiar in Japan as a commercial song for Osaka Gas and Toyota.

The lyrics portray a man who, after being told goodbye by his lover, regrets his past behavior—feelings that many listeners can surely empathize with.

Summer TriangleNICO Touches the Walls90rank/position

NICO Touches the Walls 'Summer Triangle'

NICO Touches the Walls, a rock band formed in 2004, released the love song “Natsu no Daisankakkei” (Summer Triangle), which sings about summer romance.

As their 10th single, it came out in 2012.

Since it was used in a Calpis Water commercial, many people associate it strongly with summer.

It captures the fresh feelings of just falling in love, perfectly matching its refreshing, summery sound!

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Hamada Takuya

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Thank you, scumbag.mirukīuei91rank/position

M1LKYWAY – Thank You, Scumbag (Official Music Video)

“Arigatou Kuzu-otoko” (“Thank You, Jerk”) looks back on the days spent together right before a breakup.

It was released in 2021 by Milky Way, a rock band known for songs themed around youth and romance.

The song portrays a girlfriend’s feelings for her boyfriend, who’s always drinking, and how she can’t bring herself to truly hate him.

With Kaori Ijuin’s cute vocals, it conveys the way she keeps recalling the gifts and affection she received.

Even at the moment a relationship ends, many listeners may relate to the overflowing gratitude toward the other person.

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mutō

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