A lovely unrequited love song

[Unrequited Love Song] A Love Anthem to Cheer You On as You Wish for Mutual Feelings

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Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
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I’ve been playing the Electone since I was six, mainly performing Disney music, anime songs, and music from dramas and films. I post performance videos on YouTube and social media, and I also give concerts. Building on my Electone experience, I took up synthesizer and piano during my student years and performed at school-sponsored events. As a writer, I’ve covered not only music-related topics but a wide range of genres, so I hope to draw on my experience to deliver articles that make readers think, “I want to try that!” or “I want to listen to that!”

Recommended for anyone with an unrequited crush!

We’re introducing popular songs for unrequited love, such as “songs that give you the courage to confess,” “songs to dedicate to someone you like,” and “songs that capture aching feelings.”

Love comes in many forms, and its ending may be a happy one—or sadly, it might not be.

Some loves come true through effort, while others don’t, no matter how hard you try.

Even so, to you who are doing your best to become mutual lovers now, here are songs to cheer on your love.

Listen to them when it’s hard to get your feelings across, and let them give you courage!

[Crush Song] A Love Cheer Song for You Who Wish for Mutual Feelings (1–10)

OrangeGReeeeN

GReeeeN – Orange

OrangeGReeeeN

Back when we were students or experiencing our first love, many of us didn’t really understand what romance or love was, and often had to feel our way through it.

I think this song captures those fresh, innocent feelings from that time.

If you’re in unrequited love, listening to it will surely give you courage.

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Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number

back number – Takane no Hanako-san (full)

Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number

It’s a popular song that back number released in 2013 as their eighth single.

It describes a pure, straightforward love: falling for a woman whom others call “out of one’s league,” feeling unworthy, yet still wishing, “I want you to come to me.” When you fall in love, none of that really matters, does it?

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sparklingmosao.

Kira Kira / Mosawo. [Music Video]

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A sparkling expression of the feeling of being in love, a song by Mosa o.

The lyrics delicately depict the brilliance and bittersweetness of romantic emotions, and the gentle vocals resonate deeply.

From the lyrics, you can sense the lover’s anxieties and inner conflicts.

Released in September 2020, the song garnered widespread empathy, especially on social media.

It’s perfect for those with a one-sided crush or anyone who can’t bring themselves to confess their feelings.

When you want to summon the courage to take a step forward, this is a song that quietly gives you a nudge.

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[Unrequited Love Songs] A Cheer Song for Love Dedicated to Those Wishing for Mutual Feelings (11–20)

I like you, but it seems you don’t really like me.back number

I like you, but it seems you don't really like me / back number (cover)

I like you, but it seems you don't really like me.back number

This is a track from back number’s album “Chandelier,” released in 2015.

The title alone is heartbreaking, but surprisingly, it’s an uplifting song.

Even after being rejected, because they’re still in love, they think, “Maybe I’ll wait a little and then tell them I love them again”—a straightforward lyric.

It brings you to tears, yet it’s also a song that makes you want to be that strong.

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Planet of Love ‘You’Tomioka Ai

Planet of Love 'You'

Planet of Love 'You'Tomioka Ai

A poignant love song by Ai Tomioka that portrays the feelings of unrequited love with a cosmic motif.

Sparked by a UFO spotted on the way home, the lyrics memorably liken feelings for a crush to planets.

While being drawn in by the gravity of the person they like, the song also expresses an unstable heart, deftly capturing the wavering emotions of someone in love.

Released on Valentine’s Day in February 2024, this track is perfect for immersing yourself in the bittersweetness of love.

Listen while gazing up at the night sky, and you’re sure to find a bit of courage.

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I want to be your lover.Abe Mao

Mao Abe – I Want to Be Your Lover [Official Music Video]

I want to be your lover.Abe Mao

It was released in 2009 as Mao Abe’s second single.

She wrote the song in her senior year of high school, and the lyrics capture her feelings of unrequited love for someone she liked at the time.

It’s a popular track filled with the complex emotions of a woman who doesn’t want to be disliked by the person she loves, yet still wants to become their partner.

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Feeling in loveNishino Kana

Kana Nishino 'Feelings of Love' MV Full

Feeling in loveNishino Kana

A love song by Kana Nishino that portrays the struggles of two people who are more than friends but not quite lovers.

The secret feelings harbored for a longtime best friend are expressed with heartrending delicacy.

Even when the mind has given up, the heart can’t help but hold onto a faint hope—an emotion anyone who’s experienced unrequited love can relate to.

Featured on the album “with LOVE,” this track was released in November 2014 and captured the hearts of many listeners.

It’s a must-listen for anyone wavering between friendship and romance.

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