Unrequited love songs recommended for teenage girls: classic and popular Japanese hits

LemonYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – Lemon

Released in 2018 as their eighth single, it was written specifically as the theme song for the TBS television drama “Unnatural.” The music video has also been highly acclaimed, and with over 100 million views, it stands out as an unusually distinctive track.

I love you.Inoue Sonoko

Sonoko Inoue – I Love You.

Released in 2015 as their major-label debut single, this charming track features straightforward lyrics and a refreshing sound that really sticks in your head.

The music video’s story about a girl with an unrequited crush beautifully captures the bittersweetness of youth and is quite moving.

Voice of the SeaKiritani Kenta

"The Voice of the Sea" Full ver. / Urashima Taro (Kenta Kiritani) [Official]

It’s a digital single released in 2015, an original song created for the au Santaro series, where Kenta Kiritani, playing Urashima Taro, sings it in the commercial “au Feature Phone ‘Voice of the Sea’ Edition.” The sound of the sanshin matches perfectly with Kiritani’s husky voice!

Unrequited lovemiwa

miwa 'Unrequited Love'

Released in 2012 as their eighth single, this song has become one of their signature tracks, earning them a second appearance on Music Station.

It expresses the honest, straightforward feelings of unrequited love and delicately captures the nuances of a tender heart in love.

NAOHY

SOLIDEMO / NAO（HY cover）

It was included on HY’s fourth album, “Confidence,” released in 2006.

The song was created by vocalist Izumi Nakasone based on a heartbreak story she heard from a friend, which makes the lyrics feel very real.

Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number

Back Number – Hanako-san on a High Pedestal

Released in 2013 as their eighth single, it’s quite a lavish production, with Koichi Tsutaya participating in the production and string arrangements.

The lyrics are highly relatable, making it a song that truly resonates with the heart.

I like you.Little Glee Monster

Little Glee Monster 'I Love You.' -Short Ver.-

Released in 2014 as their fourth single, it was tied in as the theme song for the TBS Friday drama “Omotesando Koukou Gasshoubu!” Its straightforward lyrics and lively rhythm feel great, making it a song that lifts your spirits and keeps you feeling positive.