Classic songs about romance. Recommended popular tracks.
Looking up “romance” in the dictionary, you’ll find: 1) a story or incident concerning affection between a man and a woman; 2) an (adventurous) tale or legend that seldom occurs in reality.
Songs with “romance” in the title are packed with tracks that unfold dramatic love stories.
There are plenty of impactful songs too, so give them a listen.
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RomanceIwasaki Hiromi
It was Hiromi Iwasaki’s second single, released in July 1975.
It reached No.
1 on the Oricon charts and won various awards, including the New Artist Award at the Japan Record Awards and the Broadcast Music New Artist Award at the Japan Kayō Awards.
It was also performed at that year’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
RomancecarMurashita Kōzō
This is a single released by singer-songwriter Kozo Murashita in November 1992, which was also included on the simultaneously released album “Nameless Star.” It was one of Murashita’s own favorite songs and was played at his funeral.
Loving too muchCHEMISTRY
This is a masterpiece that blends the beautiful timbre of the piano with the powerful, soaring vocals of the accomplished singer duo CHEMISTRY.
The contrast between a sophisticated urban mood and the nobility of romance invites you into a romantic world, resulting in a track that also suits mature, adult scenes.
Lion HeartSMAP
A gem of a love song by SMAP that passionately sings of destined love.
The lyrics express a man’s deep affection for the woman he loves and his unwavering resolve to risk his life to protect her, portraying a love that is both powerful and gentle.
From sharing everyday emotions with his partner to envisioning a future family, the words carry a determined vow of eternal love.
Released in August 2000, the song gained attention as the theme for the drama “Food Fight,” starring Tsuyoshi Kusanagi.
It remains a staple at weddings and is recommended for couples who wish to pledge everlasting love, as well as for those who want to share the joy of having met their soulmate.
I’ll give you romanceUshio Hashimoto
This is a song that became famous as one of the early ending themes of the Dragon Ball anime.
As the title suggests, it’s a romance song that explores how to share romantic feelings, using word choices that are easy for kids to understand, while containing deep, essential layers within.
Masterpieces that sing of romance: Recommended popular songs (41–50)
Talk about romance.Berryz Kobo
It was Berryz Kobo’s final single, released in November 2014.
It debuted at No.
2 on the Oricon chart and is the only Berryz Kobo song to have sold over 100,000 copies.
The lyrics and composition were by Tsunku.
EQUAL RomanceCoCo
It was CoCo’s debut single, released in September 1989, and it reached No.
7 on the Oricon charts.
It was used as an ending theme for Ranma ½.
It was later covered by Prière and Haruka Nagashima.