Heart-wrenching lyrics that tighten the chest… Riria.'s most popular songs ranking

A story about a girl who wants to be honest.riria.8rank/position

riria. / A Story About a Girl Who Wants to Be Honest [Music Video]

Singer-songwriter Riria, known for her translucent vocals and relatable lyrics, has won widespread popularity.

Released in February 2021, this track is a pop ballad supported by an acoustic sound.

Its lyrics, which portray the struggle of being unable to be honest and the conflicts of love, are sure to resonate with many young people.

It was also featured as the song for ABC-MART’s “Confession” commercial, helping it reach a broad audience.

This work is an encouraging anthem that gives courage—especially to those who feel timid about love or can’t bring themselves to express their feelings.

The final goodbye.riria.9rank/position

Riria. / The Last Bye-Bye [Music Video]

A poignant song by Riria that portrays the pain of heartbreak and the hope of a new beginning.

Centered on communication through social media and messaging apps, it deftly depicts the romantic lives of today’s youth.

The piano- and strings-focused arrangement gently envelops the protagonist’s wavering emotions.

Released in December 2023, this warm ballad accompanies those striving to move forward after heartbreak.

It’s a song that quietly stays by the side of anyone who has experienced a breakup or is about to take a new step.

I’ve listened to so many heartbreak songs, and I’m done with always crying.riria.10rank/position

riria. / After listening to lots of heartbreak songs and just crying all the time, I’m done. [Music Video]

Although I know the love is over, I can’t erase the memories and the tears keep overflowing—this is the real, heartbroken scene depicted in Riria’s work that has garnered so much empathy.

While wishing to change herself instead of wallowing in sorrow, the wavering feeling of wanting someone to stay by her side—even if it’s a lie—is woven together with delicate piano tones.

Released digitally in July 2022 as the ending theme for the TV anime Summertime Rendering, the song also appears in a different version on the album “Kiseki,” released in January 2025.

The heartrending lyrics, which mirror the heroine’s emotions in the story, gently accompany anyone who regrets days they can’t return to.

Give it a listen on a night when you want to cry it all out and face forward again.

See you, bye.riria.11rank/position

riria. / See you, bye. [Music Video]

This is a deeply moving song by Lilia, created as the ending theme for the film “Bubble.” It beautifully captures the sense of loss and regret after a breakup, as well as the determination to move forward, all conveyed through her clear, transparent voice and rich expressiveness.

Just by listening, you can vividly feel the emotions of a woman who has experienced parting with a lover.

Why not listen to this track and let it soothe the pain of heartbreak while lingering in the afterglow of “Bubble”? Lilia’s prayer-like vocals may sink into your heart and make you feel just a little lighter.

Love and stuff like that.riria.12rank/position

Riria. / Love, etc. [Music Video]

A delicate love song typical of Riria, adorably expressing both budding feelings and her own endearing awkwardness.

Released in April 2025 as the opening theme for the TV anime “The Saint Who Was Deemed Too Perfect and Uncute and Had Her Engagement Broken Off, Then Was Sold to a Neighboring Country,” this track gently portrays the subtle shifts of the heart that come from meeting someone new.

The melody line is gentle, and the high notes in the chorus are easy to sing, making it a great pick to try at karaoke.

Riding a wave of momentum with the release of her album “Kiseki” and a successful solo tour, Riria is a new-generation singer-songwriter.

Highly recommended for those who want to convey their romantic feelings straightforwardly with a voice that resonates in the listener’s heart.

A story about a girl struggling with the ‘kaeruka’ (frogification) phenomenon.riria.13rank/position

riria. / A story about a girl troubled by the ‘frog-prince effect.’ [Music Video]

It’s a song that gently enfolds an ambiguous feeling of love.

Riria’s transparent, airy vocals beautifully capture the uncertainty of not knowing whether it’s love.

The delicate lyrics depict the shift from the exhilaration of early romance to a gradual cooling off.

Released digitally in November 2020, the track was created in response to fan requests on social media.

After the video was posted on TikTok, it garnered a total of 300,000 likes and sparked a big reaction.

It’s a song that offers comfort to those troubled by love or grappling with complex romantic feelings.

By your side.riria.14rank/position

riria. / By Your Side [Music Video]

This is singer-songwriter Riria’s ninth digital single, released in July 2023.

It was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime My Happy Marriage.

The song features a very gentle melody throughout, so it should be relatively easy to aim for a high score at karaoke.

Try singing while cherishing each word of the lyrics, paying close attention to careful pronunciation and vocal delivery.

Also, be mindful not to let your singing become rough or careless toward the end of the song.

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