Couple Song Rankings [2026]

The season of farewellSHISHAMO91rank/position

SHISHAMO “Season of Goodbyes”

SHISHAMO is beloved by a wide range of generations for their down-to-earth lyrics that capture everyday life.

This song is about a bittersweet unrequited love, where all you can do at graduation is follow your senior with your eyes.

It was included on the album “SHISHAMO 2,” released in March 2015.

A crush where you’re never even in the same class, only watching from afar.

After graduation, you won’t be able to see them anymore, but you can feel the aching wish to at least not be forgotten.

It’s a song I especially want you—an elementary school student holding back words you couldn’t say and parting from someone important—to listen to.

Because I like you.Yuika92rank/position

Because I love you. / “Yuika” [MV]

This work, which portrays mutual unspoken crushes, evokes the bittersweet romance of youthful days.

Created by singer-songwriter Yuika, who is active mainly on video-sharing platforms, it was released in June 2021.

The perspective switches between a boy and a girl in the first and second halves, depicting a realistic relationship in which both have feelings for each other but struggle to put them into words.

Listen while thinking of that person you can’t help but follow with your eyes.

It might just give you the courage to confess your feelings.

AitaiKato Miria93rank/position

Miliyah Kato - “Aitai”

It’s a heartrending love song about longing for someone who’s looking at somebody else.

Included on the acclaimed 2009 album “Ring,” this fan favorite became a hit with over 700,000 downloads despite not being released as a single.

It also adds deep resonance to the film “Villain” as an in-film track.

Even if I’m not your number one, even if I know I’ll get hurt, it has to be you… That desperate cry from the heart tightens the listener’s chest.

When you fall for someone, reason can’t do a thing about it.

If you’re suffering from an unrequited love, this is a song that will surely stay close to your heart.

Partneryuka94rank/position

Yuka “Partner” Music Video

A popular song by singer-songwriter Yuka that expresses a straightforward love for a lifelong partner.

Its down-to-earth message—depicting not only ideals but also everyday promises and making up after arguments—has resonated with many couples.

The letter-like world woven in unpretentious words may make you see yourself in it.

Released in April 2022, the track became an explosive hit, with total related video views surpassing one billion on social media.

It was later included on the album “messy bag” and continues to be cherished as one of her signature songs.

Its pop, charming sound will brighten any venue as entertainment during the wedding reception or as BGM for a profile video.

It’s a perfect number for newlyweds embarking on their life together.

Sing of FlowersShino95rank/position

Hana o Utau / Shino feat. Hatsune Miku

As it was produced under the theme “songs you want to listen to in spring,” it indeed conveys a strong sense of spring in the air.

The nimble yet punchy bass tone and the equally sharp vocal lines leave a buoyant sonic impression that lingers in the ear.

Lyrically, it portrays the anguish of parting with someone cherished and feelings that never reached their destination.

This stands in contrast to the sound, which in turn seems to express an inner sense of instability.

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GLAY / HOWEVER

As a rock band that represents the 1990s J-POP scene and continues to be highly active today, GLAY released this as their 12th single.

Chosen as the ending theme for the TBS drama “Ryodatsuai: Abunai Onna,” the song is one of their signature tracks and is known for being the band’s first million-selling hit.

Its lyrics, which evoke the journey taken so far and a vow for the future, encourage listeners to reaffirm their bonds with loved ones.

With lyrical melodies and arrangements that bring tears to the eyes, its straightforward message is a moving masterpiece.

Released in August 1997, it continues to be loved by a wide range of generations.

coloring; color scheme; hues; decoration; embellishment; added flair (figurative)neguse.97rank/position

Neguse - Irodori (Official Music Video)

Neguse, a rock band based in Nagoya.

This work they’ve woven is a love song brimming with happiness, in which the ordinary days with a lover shine like an amusement park.

Released in April 2021 as a track on their mini-album “Happy na Kurashi” (“Happy Life”), its straightforward expression of affection resonated with many listeners.

Later, a work said to sing about the end of the happy days depicted in this song also appeared, likely attracting many fans with its sense of storytelling.

It’s a heartwarming song that makes you realize that the unremarkable everyday is the most precious treasure.

bookmarkkuriipuhaipe98rank/position

CreepHyp - “Bookmark” (MUSIC VIDEO)

A Creephyp song that beautifully portrays farewells in the season when cherry blossoms fall.

While cherishing past memories, it sings of the courage to take a new step forward.

Included on the album “Nakitakunaru Hodo Ureshii Hibi ni,” released in September 2018, the track also gained attention as a campaign song for FM802 and TSUTAYA.

It’s a song for those who feel the pain of parting yet want to keep holding on to hope for the future.

Its emotional rock sound and distinctive lyrical world will resonate with listeners and give them the strength to face forward.

If there’s a “see you”Mirei Touyama99rank/position

Mirei Touyama “If There Were Another Goodbye” Lyric Video

This is a bittersweet breakup song that gently wraps feelings of regret and gratitude toward a loved one in a clear, translucent voice.

Released by Mirei Toyama in August 2021, it portrays the struggle with the pain of parting while trying to find gratitude for a “once-in-a-lifetime happiness.” The hesitation over when to bring up the breakup, and the strength to be the one to finally say “thank you,” are also compelling.

As a track from the album “still,” this cover of a original song by Sorari Sawada offers quiet solace to those who must end a relationship or are suffering through a love they need to let go of.

evening primroseNovelbright100rank/position

Novelbright – Evening Primrose [Official Music Video]

It’s a love ballad that begins with a heart-wrenching piano intro that tightens your chest—impossible to listen to without tears.

Unable to forget an ex-lover and inevitably drifting back to those memories… Yudai Takenaka’s overwhelming high-tone vocals deliver that helpless emotion with dramatic intensity.

Released digitally by Novelbright in December 2020, the song was featured as the Monthly Song for the weather segment on Fuji TV’s “Tokudane!”.

Its performance on the YouTube channel “THE FIRST TAKE” drew a huge response, and it was later included on the album “Kaimaku Sengen.” Give it a careful listen when you want to soothe the pain of heartbreak or have a good cry and feel refreshed at night.