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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)

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.

Unrequited love songs recommended for teenage boys: Classic and popular Japanese hits (31–40)

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.

Beyond a thousand nightsAqua Timez

Aqua Timez 'Beyond a Thousand Nights' Music Video (Theme song of the movie 'BLEACH: Memories of Nobody')
Beyond a thousand nightsAqua Timez

I believe it’s very important to tell the person you like, “I like you.” Nothing will move forward if you just stay passive.

This song is about the importance of telling someone you like them.

It’s a song you’ll definitely want to listen to when you’re experiencing unrequited love.

summer festivalWhiteberry

Summer Festival – Whiteberry (Full)
summer festivalWhiteberry

A classic summer love tune.

It’s the signature song of the girls’ band Whiteberry.

Since it’s sung by girls, you might think it’s from a girl’s perspective, right? But if you listen closely, you’ll realize it’s actually from a boy’s point of view.

The two go to a summer festival together, and the stubborn distance between them becomes frustrating.

They manage to get close, yet he never says “I love you” in the end… Doesn’t that feel like the feelings of a young boy?

balladKetsumeishi

A slightly more mature song.

It sings of a bittersweet longing that will never be fulfilled.

It often ranks quite high in karaoke charts.

The distance that keeps us from meeting right away is frustrating.

I think that’s the essence of unrequited love.

LOVE YOU ONLYTOKIO

LOVE YOU ONLY – TOKIO (Full)
LOVE YOU ONLYTOKIO

The major debut single of the Johnny’s idol band TOKIO.

A band-type act was quite rare within Johnny’s.

The vocalist, Nagase, originally joined the already-formed TOKIO as a support member.

He has since become the symbol of the group.

The song is about the bittersweet first love of teenagers, especially junior and senior high school students.