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.
Playlist
| Recommended unrequited love songs for teenage boys: Classic and popular Japanese tracks | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Unrequited love for lifeGarakuta |  play_arrow | A Nagoya-born band's song that portrays an unrequited love with raw, true-to-life honesty. |
| 2east | OrangeGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A refreshing song that captures the bittersweet feelings of youth. |
| 3east | deep redMy Hair is Bad |  play_arrow | The charm of My Hair (is Bad) lies in their skill at writing unrequited love lyrics. |
| 4east | mutual unrequited loveDXTEEN |  play_arrow | A love song that captures the bittersweet sense of distance in youth. |
| 5east | LÖVE MEBUDDiiS |  play_arrow | A poignant youth song that depicts the heartache of unrequited love |
| 6east | Coffee SongHOWL BE QUIET |  play_arrow | A masterpiece by HOWL BE QUIET that portrays a heartrending unrequited love |
| 7east | Unrequited Love Magnetmekakushe |  play_arrow | A love drawn like a magnet, feelings that sway |
| 8east | Your favorite songUVERworld |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of the courage and poignancy of unrequited love |
| 9east | IfRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | A moving youth song created by a high school student |
| 10east | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A classic song about a heartbreaking unrequited love |
| 11east | Blue BenchSasuke |  play_arrow | Sing of the bittersweet pain of youth marked by heartbreak and unrequited love. |
| 12east | tonightHirai Dai |  play_arrow | A laid-back ballad for surf-loving men to listen to by the seaside. |
| 13east | I love you. ~100 Regrets~Sonar Pocket |  play_arrow | A song about regret and lingering feelings for an ex-girlfriend. Resonates with teenagers. |
| 14east | confessionFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | This is a song that cheers on a brave boy about to confess his feelings. Wishing him success. |
| 15east | While listening to Linear BlueUNISON SQUARE GARDEN |  play_arrow | Gained popularity as the theme song of an animated film |
| 16east | amusement parkyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s classic song that portrays the pure unrequited love of one’s teenage years |
| 17east | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | A classic of youth, a moving masterpiece |
| 18east | loveback number |  play_arrow | A song that depicts the bittersweet feelings of youthful love. |
| 19east | Not quite loversTENSONG |  play_arrow | A song that sings of a wistful love and a frustrating longing |
| 20east | One million “I love you”sRake |  play_arrow | A heartfelt song of unwavering love |
| 21east | scale (fish/reptile scale)Hata Motohiro |  play_arrow | A song that sings feelings carried on the fresh green breeze |
| 22east | Seesaw Game ~A Brave Love Song~Mr.Children |  play_arrow | A Mr. Children song whose clumsy vibe is part of its charm |
| 23east | AitaiKato Miria |  play_arrow | Miliyah Kato’s heartrending unrequited-love song is popular among young people. |
| 24east | 366 daysShimizu Shota ft. Nakasone Izumi (HY) |  play_arrow | A popular HY song that sings about unrequited love |
| 25east | Catch the MomentLiSA |  play_arrow | LiSA’s hit single becomes a smash as an anime theme song |
| 26east | I’m really sorry.≠ME |  play_arrow | A song that depicts a bittersweet feeling beyond friendship |
| 27east | AliensKirinji |  play_arrow | A gentle singing voice that suits the refreshing autumn night breeze... |
| 28east | I want to shout that I love you.BAAD |  play_arrow | "Slam Dunk": a classic song about youthful unrequited love |
| 29east | Legend of DreamsStardust Revue |  play_arrow | A love that meets its destined person in a dream |
| 30east | I want to become the kind of thing the person I like likes.Suzuki Suzuki |  play_arrow | An inspiring sibling unit song by Suzuki Suzuki |
| 31east | Beyond a thousand nightsAqua Timez |  play_arrow | Let's honestly express our feelings of love. |
| 32east | summer festivalWhiteberry |  play_arrow | A song of bittersweet memories at the summer festival |
| 33east | I’ve fallen in love.YUTORI-SEDAI |  play_arrow | A bittersweet rock song that portrays an unstoppable love |
| 34east | Ah, geez.Saucy Dog |  play_arrow | A coming-of-age song that sings about the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love |
| 35east | Ah, geez.Saucy Dog | play_arrow | A coming-of-age song by the popular rock band Saucy Dog |
| 36east | for a long time / all the time / continuouslySaka Tomohisa |  play_arrow | Shonent’s theme song that sings of the pure love of being a teenager |
| 37east | Try loving—it’s not like you’ll lose anything.neguse. |  play_arrow | Neguse.’s unrequited-love song surpasses 2 million plays amid social media buzz. |
| 38east | The reason I want to see youAAA |  play_arrow | AAA's 'Aitai Riyuu' became a big hit. |
| 39east | LOVE YOU ONLYTOKIO |  play_arrow | An early youthful love song by TOKIO |
| 40east | You said the moon is beautiful.berry meet |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the winter night sky and the bittersweetness of love |
| 41east | You know what,are-kun &『yuika’} |  play_arrow | A duet song depicting the budding feelings of spring love |
| 42east | Tightly.mosao. |  play_arrow | A warm song that portrays the everyday happiness shared with a lover |
| 43east | DAYSanyuusuresu |  play_arrow | Anyuseless's 'DAYS' features relatable lyrics as its main appeal. |
| 44east | Why not me?Misaka Saki |  play_arrow | An unrequited love song about realizing your romantic feelings for a friend |
| 45east | unrequited loveBERRY GOODMAN |  play_arrow | A bittersweet song about feelings for someone you love |
| 46east | Song for…HY |  play_arrow | HY’s bittersweet unrequited love song that gently stays by your heart |
| 47east | Love-SicknessHONEY WORKS |  play_arrow | A heart-throbbing Vocaloid unrequited love song—must-check! |
| 48east | Leading someone on is a serious offense!arekunn |  play_arrow | A song depicting unrequited love for a teasing/flirtatious person |
| 49east | Special Kissnaniwa danshi |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings about the pure feelings of unrequited love |
| 50east | Unrequited love.haji→ |  play_arrow | A heart-touching song that sings of the bittersweetness of unrequited love |
| 51east | I’ve always liked you.Saitō Kazuyoshi |  play_arrow | Unrequited love songs with a mature vibe, popular tracks |
| 52east | Answer of the Autumn WindFlower |  play_arrow | The five-member female dance-vocal group, Flo... |
| 53east | Always coming backONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | A four-piece rock band, ON…, active internationally. |
| 54east | Ms. SeptemberRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | Regardless of generation, thanks to hit songs like “Zenzenzense”… |
| 55east | KanadeSukima Suichi | play_arrow | The music unit that continues to thrive on the front lines, S... |
| 56east | Maplesupittsu |  play_arrow | In an autumn-themed song by the four-piece rock band Spitz... |
| 57east | red-yellow fragrant olive (Osmanthus fragrans)Fujifaburikku |  play_arrow | It kind of makes me remember when I was little... |
| 58east | SaudadePorunogurafiti |  play_arrow | Pornograffitti, a rock band from Hiroshima Prefecture... |
| 59east | One more time,One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi |  play_arrow | When asked, “What’s a heart-wrenching love song?” this is the track I name... |
| 60east | fragrant olive (silver osmanthus)Sone Yukie |  play_arrow | This song, with its gentle and refreshing vocals that sink into the heart... |
| 61east | After the FestivalKuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | Speaking of summer, it’s all about festivals. Now that season has passed, and it’s getting cooler... |
| 62east | No matter how…Nishino Kana |  play_arrow | A love song that teen boys and girls and people in their twenties can relate to… |
| 63east | ginkgoYūsuke |  play_arrow | Yusuke Kamiji, who is also active as a talent and actor, co... |
| 64east | Tears are about to fall.[Alexandros] | ![Tears are about to fall.[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-JE55OiCe3Y/default.jpg) play_arrow | A soaring high tone that stirs the hearts of listeners... |
| 65east | Love’s Melody and Rainy SkiesAAA |  play_arrow | Even if our feelings are out of sync, after all, you… |
| 66east | nape (of the neck)aiko |  play_arrow | In the bittersweet lyrics that bring back memories of a lover we parted with... |
| 67east | Autumn Full StopArisu |  play_arrow | Music called “new music” is ja... |
| 68east | World of AzureRemioromen |  | A three-piece rock band from Yamanashi Prefecture, Remioro... |
| 69east | Love Lesson: Beginner EditionMachico |  play_arrow | Comparing love to a lesson, trying hard to get through it… |
| 70east | Dazzling WorldSanpei Yuko |  play_arrow | I get frustrated and stumble, and I can’t move forward… |
| 71east | After-School JumpShimoda Asami |  play_arrow | An after-school program I especially want teenage students to listen to... |
| 72east | Lovely HappinessNakamura Eriko |  play_arrow | Brimming with energy, and it’s love that will bring peace to the world… |
| 73east | Pura Sonic Love!Nigo Mayako |  play_arrow | From the childlike singing voice and the simplicity of the lyrics, a teenage romance… |
| 74east | in factSato Amina |  play_arrow | Even though I’m absolutely crazy about you, I just can’t be honest… |
| 75east | Tokimeki EscalateYoshimura Haruka |  play_arrow | Precisely because it’s someone I like, I want to convey my feelings directly… |
| 76east | Chocolat TiaraOtsubo Yuka |  play_arrow | The sweetness of romance in various cute, sugary... |
| 77east | S(mile)ING!Ohashi Ayaka |  play_arrow | When you're in love, every scene looks spar— |
| 78east | Wind-colored MelodyŌzora Naomi |  play_arrow | A fleeting singing voice that, when you listen to it, makes you feel calm… |
| 79east | DOKIDOKI RhythmYamamoto Nozomi |  play_arrow | To the rhythm that feels exhilarating, my first love... |
| 80east | Deadly Peril, or a Love You Can’t EscapeHirata Hiromi |  play_arrow | The state, in the midst of romance, of gradually falling (deeper)... |
| 81east | lilac timekimura juri |  play_arrow | Prepare some biscuits and tea, and with the person you like... |
| 82east | 2nd SIDEMatsui Eriko |  play_arrow | On a rainy day, I bring an umbrella to the person I like... |
| 83east | Marshmallow☆KissMatsuzaki Rei |  play_arrow | The space with someone you like, and the throbbing feeling toward someone you like... |
| 84east | The Little Love Locked-Room CaseSakurazaki Chiyo |  play_arrow | Its charm lies in being a little different, with a slightly dark vibe… |
| 85east | Pon De BeachNumakura Manami |  play_arrow | Grooving along to the rhythmic melody… |
| 86east | Naked RomanceTsuda Minami |  play_arrow | I get all flustered by every little thing my crush does or says... |
| 87east | Love Hamburg♪Tanezaki Atsumi |  play_arrow | If it’s for someone I love, I’d do anything—from a single home-cooked dish to… |
| 88east | Secret Toilet WaterAihara Kotomi |  play_arrow | In order to make a love that absolutely won’t bear fruit come true, ... |
| 89east | Walking cameraKaneko Yūki |  play_arrow | Unlike an intense love song, it's just a quiet fondness in everyday life... |
| 90east | Full-throttle idolKugimiya Rie |  play_arrow | A shy idol expresses those feelings... |
| 91east | Hotel MoonsideIida Tomoko |  play_arrow | A chic, moody, grown-up love song... |
| 92east | A little begging, shall we?Takamori Natsumi |  play_arrow | In love, like a cat, I set my sights on the other person and then pull away… |
| 93east | dear…Takahashi Minami |  play_arrow | We ended up fighting over something trivial, and now an email… |
| 94east | Romantic Nowkurosawa tomoyo |  play_arrow | With an up-tempo vibe, I can’t help but picture the one I love… |
| 95east | Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | A powerful, husky voice that moves the hearts of listeners... |
| 96east | SUPER SIZE LOVE!!Ōzeki Eri |  play_arrow | Precisely because I care about you, for the sake of your health, more— |
| 97east | Everyday DreamMakino Yui |  | Someone I like who gives off a slightly yandere vibe... |
| 98east | balladKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | An adult song that sings of unrequited feelings |
| 99east | My halfSMAP |  play_arrow | An R&B song that captures young love |
| 100east | Whimsy☆Cafe au lait!Takanō Asami |  play_arrow | Precisely because it’s someone I love, I can be selfish and carefree… |
| 101east | Placard of the HeartAKB48 |  play_arrow | AKB48’s smash-hit single “Heavy Rotation” |
| 102east | Too Dear (duet with Tiara)KG |  | A bittersweet unrequited love song, popular among men |
| 103east | Lovers AgainEXILE |  play_arrow | Teenage love, fleeting in a whirlwind |