Popular Love Song Rankings [2026]

One more time,One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi64rank/position

Masayoshi Yamazaki – “One more time, One more chance” MUSIC VIDEO [4K Quality]

It’s a gem of a love song overflowing with bittersweet longing, about searching the city for the irreplaceable person you can no longer meet.

It’s one of singer-songwriter Masayoshi Yamazaki’s signature songs, released in January 1997 as his fourth single and a long-running hit.

It became a hit as the theme song for the film The Moon and a Cabbage, in which Yamazaki himself starred, and years later it was also chosen as the theme song for the animated film 5 Centimeters per Second.

The delicate tones of the acoustic guitar and Yamazaki’s emotionally rich vocals quietly sink in.

Even knowing the love won’t come true, you can’t help but hope for a miracle…

This song gently stays close to that wavering heart.

It’s one of those J-pop masterpieces that we want to be passed down forever—something we especially want people bearing the pain of unrequited love to hear.

Calc.Jimii Samu P65rank/position

Calc.

This is a Vocaloid song that gently stays by your side in the sorrow of heartbreak.

Created by JimmyThumb-P, a Vocaloid producer known for numerous hits like “from Y to Y,” it was released in September 2010.

The unforgettable parting is sung over a fast-paced band sound, resulting in something that really pierces the heart.

Before you know it, you end up empathizing with the protagonist and feeling tears well up.

Many popular singers have covered it, so if you’re interested, be sure to browse the videos.

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Araki Jakkan

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Sundayback number66rank/position

back number – Sunday (full)

This song by back number reminds us that spending a calm, ordinary day off with a loved one is the greatest treasure of all.

It sings that true happiness in life comes not from social success or status, but from having someone important by your side.

This heartwarming piece was released in May 2012 as their fifth single and became widely known as the theme song for the drama “Soup Curry.” Happiness is often hidden in everyday routines we take for granted.

Why not listen to this song and rediscover the warmth of the person right next to you?

As Love Is (feat. Tsubaki)BASI67rank/position

BASI / As I Am in Love feat. Tsuwaki (Official Music Video)

BASI is a member of the group Insist, which started its activities in 1998, and a rapper at the forefront of the scene who launched his own label, BASIC MUSIC, in 2011.

This work features the hugely popular Okinawa-born rapper Tsuvaki and became such a hot topic that it can be called one of their signature tracks.

It’s a mellow song with lyrics centered squarely on the theme of “love.” It makes you feel that the love found close to home, and the days spent living in that love, are a repeating source of true happiness.

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Kado(guchi) Shichigatsu

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Love thief.Yuika68rank/position

Love Thief. / “Yuika” [MV]

Its relaxed, sweet vocals and lyrics that candidly portray a girl falling in love are striking! This is a cute love song sung by singer-songwriter Yuika, who’s active on YouTube and TikTok.

Many people have probably experienced being captivated the moment their eyes met, unconsciously following their crush with their gaze, or feeling their heart race just from hearing their laughter.

Released in March 2022, this song gently encourages those who want to make their one-sided love come true with the twist that “it turns out the other person liked me too.”

KanadeSukima Suichi69rank/position

Sukima Switch – “Kanade” Music Video : SUKIMASWITCH / KANADE Music Video

“Kanade,” Sukima Switch’s second single, released in March 2004.

It’s a signature song for Sukima Switch and a classic ballad that will surely continue to be loved for years to come.

It’s also known for coloring numerous memorable scenes, such as being featured in the film “Rough” and serving as the ending theme on the final day of “Nettou Koshien” in 2006.

This piece carries not only the sorrow of parting, but also a strong determination to connect with the future through song.

Its earnest message and warm melody are sure to resonate deeply with anyone who has experienced saying goodbye to someone dear.

A song that brings tears to your eyes—perfect for a sentimental night.

Before GoodbyeAAA70rank/position

AAA / "Before the Goodbye" Music Video

While depicting a heartrending farewell, this song also conveys a sense of hope for the future.

AAA’s clear, translucent harmonies resonate in the heart.

Released in September 2014, it was also included on the album “GOLD SYMPHONY.” With a pre-release of the anime-size version and a peak at No.

74 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100, it drew considerable attention.

It’s a track that gently supports those trying to look ahead despite the pain of heartbreak.

It stands by those left standing at the end of love and gives them the courage to take a new step forward.