Shota Shimizu Ballad Songs: Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]

A melody instead of a bouquetShimizu Shota1rank/position

Shota Shimizu 'A Melody Instead of a Bouquet' MV (Full Size)

“Instead of a Bouquet, a Melody” is also popular as a wedding song.

It has been a long-running hit on charts like karaoke and streaming.

Although it’s a 2015 track, it has continued to draw attention across various scenes, from its performance on THE FIRST TAKE, to comedian Yoshizumi using it in the finals of a competition, and its appearance on the audition show PRODUCE 101 JAPAN SEASON 2.

It’s a warm, heartfelt love song that’s quintessential Shota Shimizu.

The melody is wonderful, of course, but the lyrics are truly beautiful as well.

The pure feelings gently move your heart—you can’t listen without tears.

It’s a ballad that feels like a gift.

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Shota Shimizu 'HOME' MV

Despite its youthful vocals and artistry, Shota Shimizu delivers a moving, heartfelt love ballad for men, featuring a richly atmospheric melody line that feels good and leaves a lasting impression.

It stands out as a work with an uplifting aura worthy of a classic.

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Shota Shimizu 'My Boo' Short Ver.

“My Boo” is a ballad that also carries the charm of hip-hop.

It was created by R&B singer Shota Shimizu.

In this song, he raps and sings about the happiness found in everyday life, weaving in rhymes.

By the way, many people wonder about the meaning of the title: “boo” is actually an English term that means a romantic partner.

Knowing this really deepens your understanding of the lyrics, doesn’t it? Also, while this track is from a male perspective, there’s a response song from a female perspective called “Dear My Boo.” Be sure to enjoy them together.

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tomato

A gem of a ballad that draws you in with its heartwarming melody.

Written by singer-songwriter Shota Shimizu, it’s included on the album “Pulsatilla cernua,” released in June 2025.

The song layers his signature soulful vocals over a laid-back R&B tempo to create an irresistibly comfortable groove.

The lyrics, expressed in unadorned words, depict the forms of love found in everyday life.

It’s perfect for moments spent thinking of someone special, or as soothing background music for a calm night.

Love ForeverKatō Miriya × Shimizu Shōta5rank/position

Miliyah Kato × Shota Shimizu “Love Forever”

The golden duo representing the J-POP scene, Miliyah Kato and Shota Shimizu, have an unmissable duet song.

While celebrating the joy of meeting, its lyrics occasionally hint at an inevitable end, making it achingly bittersweet and tightening your chest.

Told from both of their perspectives, it’s a track that powerfully conveys gratitude toward the person who saved them from lonely days.

Released in May 2009 as a single by Miliyah Kato and included on the classic album “Ring,” the song became hugely popular, with its music video winning an award at MTV VMAJ 2010.

The section in the latter half where their harmonies intertwine is a must-hear.

It’s a masterpiece perfect for nights when you want to bask in the beautiful memories and bittersweetness of love.

milk teaShimizu Shota6rank/position

milk tea

When you think of ballads you want to listen to as autumn deepens, many of you might picture songs with warm melodies that really touch the heart.

That’s why I recommend this one by Shota Shimizu! With its memorable electric piano intro, the song is a love ballad that portrays a calm moment where two hearts melt together, like milk slowly blending into tea.

You can really feel his talent for weaving irreplaceable affection out of everyday scenes.

The track was included on the single “My Boo,” released in October 2016, and later featured on the 2017 album “FLY.” If you listen to it on a chilly night with a warm drink in hand, thinking of someone special, you’ll likely find yourself wrapped up in its sweet, gentle world.

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Shota Shimizu “Natsunoowari” from “SHOTA SHIMIZU LIVE TOUR WHITE”

A summer heartbreak song sung by R&B singer Shota Shimizu.

In the lyrics, the “Natsunoowari” in the title is referred to as the moment when love ends, while the start of summer is when love begins—in other words, when the protagonist meets the woman he loves.

The song portrays such a fleeting summer romance, filled with vivid scenes like fireworks at summer festivals and time spent together along the coast, which many listeners may find relatable to their own experiences.

Coupled with Shota Shimizu’s mellow vocals, it becomes an achingly bittersweet track.

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Shota Shimizu “Before Winter Ends” MV

This song, with its memorable music video that begins with a quarrel between a man and a woman, is Shota Shimizu’s “Before Winter Ends.” It’s a love song dedicated to couples who want to meet but can’t.

It portrays the straightforward feeling of “I want to see you” shared by long-distance couples and those who live nearby but are too busy to meet.

Amid the heartbreak, it holds a warm sentiment that feels encouraging.

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Shota Shimizu I love you

This is a song released in 2009 by singer-songwriter Shota Shimizu.

His signature R&B-style track is complemented by his smooth, sweet vocals that resonate beautifully.

The lyrics express feelings for a woman he’s fond of, and it’s well-loved as an unrequited love song.

Many listeners may find the words relatable.

In addition to the soaring vocal parts, there are rap-like sections as well, so it’s a bit challenging, but it’s a wonderful song that’s perfect for karaoke when you want to sing a ballad.

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Hane Keisuke

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Shota Shimizu “Sakura” MV

Shota Shimizu’s “Sakura” is a song about someone he still dearly loves and can’t help but think of whenever he sees cherry blossoms.

It’s included on his 2010 album “Journey.” The lyrics express a steadfast love for someone precious he can no longer touch, and a vow that these feelings will never change—stirring a deep sense of sorrow.

The beautiful piano melody seems to heighten the poignancy of the words.

And the fragile nature of cherry blossoms matches so perfectly with the grief of parting from a loved one that it makes your heart ache.

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SAKI

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