Best/Loved Songs with Great Lyrics by Female Singer-Songwriters: Ranking [2026]
This is a playlist of songs by popular female singer-songwriters, focusing on tracks with exceptional lyrics.
Listen with attention to the words.
If you’re a man, you might enjoy the uniquely female perspective.
If you’re a woman, you may find many parts you can relate to.
Playlist
| Best/Loved Songs with Great Lyrics by Female Singer-Songwriters: Ranking [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Marigoldaimyon |  play_arrow | A summer classic: Aimyon’s “Marigold” |
| 2 | threadNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | Miyuki Nakajima’s gem of a masterpiece that weaves fate with warp and weft |
| 3 | beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)aiko |  play_arrow | Aiko’s love songs: bravado and delicacy |
| 4 | A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly |  play_arrow | Superfly's touching and beautiful love song |
| 5 | Spring Dayaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon's new song to cheer on a fresh start in life |
| 6 | A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Bouquet, Hikaru Utada’s masterpiece of farewell and gratitude |
| 7 | You can do it!Nakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | Miyuki Nakajima's 'Fight!' is an inspiring song that resonates with the heart. |
| 8 | dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo |  play_arrow | Hitoto Yo's classic ballad, a prayerful lyric that touches the heart |
| 9 | Let me give you a songTakeuchi Mariya |  play_arrow | Mariya Takeuchi’s cheering song warms the heart |
| 10 | TOMORROWMayo Okamoto |  play_arrow | Mayo Okamoto’s classic that gives courage and hope |
| 11 | PRIDEImai Miki |  play_arrow | A cheerleading love song that turns a secret love into pride |
| 12 | When cherry-blossom hues danceNakajima Mika |  play_arrow | A beautiful piece that depicts a spring scene where cherry blossom hues dance |
| 13 | A Naked Heartaimyon |  play_arrow | A melody of the heart that sings of the pain and hope of love |
| 14 | Sakura: To You Who Couldn’t GraduateHanzaki Yoshiko |  play_arrow | Weaving thoughts for a departed friend in the season of cherry blossoms |
| 15 | lightly; nimbly; flutteringlyŌhara Sakurako |  play_arrow | A song that sings of friendship and hope, like cherry blossoms |
| 16 | First LoveUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | With an undeniably overwhelming musical sensibility recognized by all and a distinctive… |
| 17 | Love is…Kato Miria |  play_arrow | An inspiring classic that vows eternal love |
| 18 | cherry blossoms drifting awayUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Evangelion theme song, an elegy of cherry blossoms and loss |
| 19 | Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi |  play_arrow | A famous song by Yumi Arai depicting the arrival of spring |
| 20 | Graduation PhotoArai Yumi |  play_arrow | Introducing heartwarming masterpieces to welcome the arrival of spring |
| 21 | Thank you…KOKIA |  play_arrow | An overwhelmingly high tone that captivates everyone who hears it… |
| 22 | AwakeningSuperfly |  play_arrow | The magical song “Awakening” that blows away the summer heat |
| 23 | be master of lifeaiko |  play_arrow | The strength to positively overcome life's difficulties |
| 24 | boyfriendaiko |  play_arrow | Feelings of 'love' to an almost overwhelming degree… |
| 25 | You don’t listen to rock.aimyon |  play_arrow | A poignant love song where romance and music intertwine |
| 26 | Snow BlossomNakajima Mika |  play_arrow | Winter love song, beautiful lyrics that resonate with the heart. |
| 27 | AitaiKato Miria |  play_arrow | Depicting the bittersweet emotions of unrequited love |
| 28 | Goodbye HappinessUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | The allure of Hikaru Utada’s emotion-filled lyrics |
| 29 | Stay just the way you are.Mayo Okamoto |  play_arrow | Soothe a weary heart with songs by Mayo Okamoto |
| 30 | cherry blossomKawamoto Makoto |  play_arrow | Spring light and gentle melodies express the complex emotions of youth |
| 31 | the first strong spring windMayumura Chiaki |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that evokes the arrival of spring |
| 32 | contrailArai Yumi |  play_arrow | Expressing Yumi Arai’s youthful impressions with a clear, translucent singing voice |
| 33 | moonlightOnitsuka Chihiro |  play_arrow | A distinctive singing voice that takes everyone’s breath away and delicate… |
| 34 | aimlesslyAimer |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song used as the ending theme of Ranking of Kings |
| 35 | On nights when I’m too lonely to sleepAimer |  play_arrow | A distinctive ... that, once you hear it, you can’t forget |
| 36 | Spring GoesAimer |  play_arrow | A grand ballad of the season when cherry blossoms dance |
| 37 | Song of FlowersAimer |  play_arrow | Theme song of Fate/stay night, expressing love and agony |
| 38 | March of the PetalsAimer |  play_arrow | A spring-like song that portrays graduation and a bittersweet love |
| 39 | Best FriendBrandy |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic that sings about the bonds of friendship |
| 40 | A gentle feelingChara |  play_arrow | A love song that expresses a woman's heartrending feelings |
| 41 | BeautifulSuperfly |  play_arrow | The power of lyrics to live strongly as yourself |
| 42 | WildflowerSuperfly |  play_arrow | A song with an attitude of living strong like a wildflower |
| 43 | Soul RevolutionSuperfly |  play_arrow | Superfly’s positive song that gives you courage and strength |
| 44 | CHE.R.RYYUI |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic by YUI that portrays a springtime love |
| 45 | SUMMER SONGYUI |  play_arrow | Introducing YUI’s summery youth song |
| 46 | feel my soulYUI |  play_arrow | YUI's debut song: self-discovery and a resolve to move forward |
| 47 | KissHugaiko |  play_arrow | An irresistibly cute singing voice you can’t forget once you’ve heard it… |
| 48 | sparklingaiko |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring aiko song that portrays summer love |
| 49 | I fell in loveaiko |  play_arrow | Aiko’s heartrending love song, a timeless piece that resonates with the heart. |
| 50 | Cherry Blossom Timeaiko |  play_arrow | “Sakura no Toki,” which depicts a spring unrequited love—Aiko’s gentle lyrics |
| 51 | Mutual loveaiko |  play_arrow | Aiko’s new ending theme that sings of a heartrending love. |
| 52 | fireworksaiko |  play_arrow | The summer classic “Fireworks”: lyrics filled with heartfelt emotions |
| 53 | Decembermilet |  play_arrow | A ballad in which milet sings of love and gratitude to her mother |
| 54 | I stillmilet |  play_arrow | milet’s love ballad that serves as a movie theme song |
| 55 | hanatabamilet |  play_arrow | A heartrending love song, a powerful message of hope and love |
| 56 | GOOD NIGHT BABYaimyon |  play_arrow | It’s especially popular among young women, but it appeals to a wide range of ages... |
| 57 | coarse sugaraimyon |  play_arrow | A song by Aimyon that sings about heartache |
| 58 | to go see (someone) / to go meetaimyon |  play_arrow | A delicate heart song depicting winter emotions |
| 59 | Futabaaimyon |  play_arrow | An anthem of support that portrays the anxieties and hopes of being eighteen |
| 60 | Flower of loveaimyon |  play_arrow | A song in which Aimyon likens love to a flower |
| 61 | On nights when cherry blossoms fallaimyon |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of bittersweet love in the season of cherry blossoms. |
| 62 | I hate this love songchanmina |  play_arrow | A movie theme song that portrays the feelings of first love |
| 63 | tobacco / cigarette(s)Koresawa |  play_arrow | The bittersweet feelings of youth, Koresawa’s song |
| 64 | Child of the devilHiguchi Ai |  play_arrow | A philosophical song with more than one right answer |
| 65 | ORIONNakajima Mika |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of winter constellations and memories |
| 66 | The most beautiful meNakajima Mika |  play_arrow | Mika’s “Conceited Detective” insert song, A Woman’s Wish |
| 67 | Summer LoveInoue Sonoko |  play_arrow | Inoue Sonoko’s song that heralds the beginning of summer |
| 68 | lamplightYuga |  play_arrow | People live together with others and are illuminated by the light of love. |
| 69 | Last LoveKato Miria |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that expresses the pain of heartbreak with a transparent voice |
| 70 | Sayonara, baby.Kato Miria |  play_arrow | A song of love wavering between true feelings and a public facade |
| 71 | YOU… feat. Izumi Nakasone (HY)Kato Miria |  play_arrow | Hit ballads by Miliyah Kato and HY |
| 72 | Love ForeverKatō Miriya × Shimizu Shōta |  play_arrow | An inspiring song by Miliyah Kato and Shota Shimizu |
| 73 | remainingYoshizawa Kayoko |  play_arrow | A memory of heartbreak that lingers in the heart along with the changing of the seasons, … |
| 74 | pupilŌhara Sakurako |  play_arrow | There is meaning in making an effort. |
| 75 | Keep Tryin’Utada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Utada Hikaru’s new song emphasizes the will to keep going |
| 76 | SAKURA DropsUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Overcoming heartbreak with Hikaru Utada’s signature spring song |
| 77 | youUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | A love-expression song by Hikaru Utada. It’s also popular for use at weddings. |
| 78 | lightUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Utada Hikaru’s translucent singing voice and profound... |
| 79 | A midsummer passing showerUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | A song of deep love and sorrow for someone dear |
| 80 | The summer you gave meieiri reo |  play_arrow | Sweet and bittersweet memories of a summer love |
| 81 | Baby youyuka |  play_arrow | Popular on social media, a hit song on TikTok |
| 82 | ButterflyKimura Kaera |  play_arrow | Kaela Kimura’s wedding song “Butterfly” |
| 83 | Youthful RegretMatsutōya Yumi |  play_arrow | Don't forget about me—hate me, resent me… |
| 84 | rainMoritaka Chisato |  play_arrow | A gentle melody that touches the heart, and a heartrending yet powerful... |
| 85 | NIPPONShiina Ringo |  play_arrow | Shiina Ringo’s Japan support song |
| 86 | Excessive WealthShiina Ringo |  play_arrow | A song whose deep lyrics and diverse interpretations are its appeal |
| 87 | Kiss me here.Shiina Ringo |  play_arrow | A distinctive husky voice that sticks in your ears once you hear it… |
| 88 | The Theory of HappinessShiina Ringo |  play_arrow | A signature song of Ringo Sheena and her major-label debut… |
| 89 | BLUE BIRDHamasaki Ayumi |  play_arrow | Upbeat lyrics and refreshing tones give your heart a gentle push |
| 90 | Dear My BooMirei Touyama |  play_arrow | Mirei Toyama, who released in 2018... |
| 91 | By your sideMirei Touyama |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song filled with gratitude for someone special |
| 92 | Cheer up!Takeuchi Mariya |  play_arrow | To a friend who's feeling down, I offer a timeless song to heal the heart. |
| 93 | I want to go back to that day.Arai Yumi |  play_arrow | Yuming’s classic from her Yumi Arai era, “Return to That Day…” |
| 94 | Dear BrideNishino Kana |  play_arrow | A song for a friend celebrating Kana Nishino’s marriage |
| 95 | Dear…Nishino Kana |  play_arrow | A crystal-clear singing voice that seems to resonate endlessly... |
| 96 | SAKURA. I love you ?Nishino Kana |  play_arrow | A youthful song by Kana Nishino that portrays cherry blossoms and heartbreak |
| 97 | darlingNishino Kana |  play_arrow | Expressing cute romantic feelings and bittersweet emotions from a woman’s perspective… |
| 98 | Things I like about youNishino Kana |  play_arrow | Kana Nishino’s songs sing about the depth of love. |
| 99 | like; to like; fond ofNishino Kana |  play_arrow | A timeless masterpiece that conveys a heartrending love |
| 100 | If ISekitori Hana |  play_arrow | A pa… that naturally draws you into the world of the music. |