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Recommended unrequited love songs for teenage boys: Classic and popular Japanese tracks

If you’re going to share your feelings, should it be quietly and heartfelt? Or bold and exuberant? This is a feature on Japanese pop songs about unrequited love—perfect for when you want to express the feelings you’ve kept in your heart.

When you’re in a bind, don’t just dwell on it—lean on the power of music! The perfect song for you is sure to give you a gentle push forward.

Unrequited Love Songs Recommended for Teenage Boys: Japanese Classics and Popular Tracks (21–30)

Seesaw Game ~A Brave Love Song~Mr.Children

Mr.Children “Seesaw Game ~A Brave Love Song~” MUSIC VIDEO
Seesaw Game ~A Brave Love Song~Mr.Children

This song has a clumsy feel to it—and that’s exactly what makes it so good.

I think Mr.

Children is an artist loved by people of all ages.

Among their songs, this particularly popular track is one many of you may have heard.

I, for one, want to bravely face unrequited love.

AitaiKato Miria

Miliyah Kato - “Aitai”
AitaiKato Miria

A songstress overwhelmingly supported by women in their teens and twenties.

I’m sure many men like her as well.

This track is the ultimate, heart-wrenching unrequited love song by Miliyah Kato.

It’s also recommended for teenage boys who are easily influenced by women.

366 daysShimizu Shota ft. Nakasone Izumi (HY)

Shota Shimizu feat. Izumi Nakasone (HY) “366 Days Short Ver.”
366 daysShimizu Shota ft. Nakasone Izumi (HY)

This is a cover of a song by HY.

The song expresses a desire to stay connected with the person you have a crush on in any way possible, and those experiencing unrequited love may find many parts relatable.

It’s a popular track among both men and women.

Catch the MomentLiSA

LiSA 『Catch the Moment』-Music Clip RADIO EDIT ver.-
Catch the MomentLiSA

LiSA’s 11th single, released on February 15, 2017.

As the theme song for the film Sword Art Online The Movie: Ordinal Scale, it gained immense recognition and popularity among teenagers.

It’s a track that brings out the full appeal of LiSA’s vocals.

I’m really sorry.≠ME

≠ME (Not Equal Me) / 9th Single c/w “Gomen, Majide” [MV full]
I'm really sorry.≠ME

This song poignantly portrays the bittersweet feelings of being more than friends but not quite lovers.

It’s included on ≠ME’s ninth single, “Natsu ga Kita Kara,” released on August 28, 2024.

Although no tie-in information has been announced yet, the music video released on YouTube has drawn a lot of attention.

Center member Shiori Nagata’s expressive performance has been praised for beautifully conveying the song’s world.

It’s a recommended track for anyone struggling with the frustration of wanting to confess their feelings but being unable to.

Listening to this song might give you the courage to take that first step.

AliensKirinji

This song, with its gentle vocals that resonate in the heart, perfectly suits the refreshing autumn night breeze.

It’s a signature track by the band Kirinji, formed in 1996.

It was released in 2000 as their sixth single.

For students worn out from exam studying, let this song soothe you.

I want to shout that I love you.BAAD

I want to shout that I love you – BAAD (Full)
I want to shout that I love you.BAAD

This is the theme song of the anime “Slam Dunk,” which aired in the early 1990s.

The original work is a coming-of-age manga centered on basketball, and this song fits it perfectly.

The protagonist has a crush on the team manager, and you can feel his single-minded feelings through this song.