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!

Unrequited Love Songs: A Cheerful Anthem of Romance for Those Wishing for Mutual Feelings (131–140)

A triangular lovesaji

saji – “Triangular Love” MUSIC VIDEO

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Those who wonder who saji is might realize it when they hear the band name phatmans after school.

The lyrics seem to be about the hesitation over whether or not to place yourself at one point of a love triangle.

It’s painful, but it’s the kind of song that makes you think you’d like to experience a love like this at least once.

The band name “saji” is pronounced “Saji.” In Japanese, saji means “spoon”; spoons scoop, scooping saves—apparently the name comes from that wordplay between “scoop” and “save.” The string intro is wonderful too—such a lovely track.

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Shape Of LoveEvery Little Thing

「Shapes Of Love」MUSIC VIDEO / Every Little Thing

Shape Of LoveEvery Little Thing

A song by Every Little Thing that depicts the struggle to make an unrequited love come true, it was also used as the theme song for the drama Resident Intern Nanako.

Its weighty sound is striking, evoking a strong will to fulfill love and an image of mustering one’s courage.

While it conveys the anxiety that confessing one’s feelings might bring everything to an end, it also portrays the determination to move forward bravely anyway.

It’s a track that really communicates how serious the singer is about their love.

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AitaiKato Miria

Miliyah Kato - “Aitai”

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There are many different forms of unrequited love, aren’t there? Sometimes you fall for someone and only after the romance begins do you realize that the person you like has feelings for someone else.

But once you’ve fallen, there’s nothing you can do about it—it’s hard to change your feelings.

This song, Aitai by Miliyah Kato, captures the pain of that kind of unrequited love.

Released in 2009, it’s one of her signature tracks, included on her fourth album, Ring.

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MotionNishiuchi Mariya

Mariya Nishiuchi / 7th single “Motion” MUSIC VIDEO

MotionNishiuchi Mariya

“Motion,” which was selected as the theme song for the drama “Suddenly, I Will Marry Tomorrow,” depicting the fate of a romance between a woman who absolutely wants to get married and a man who doesn’t, is a striking track with lyrics that portray a woman’s deep inner conflict, mirroring the show’s storyline.

From its cool sound, you can sense the frustration of not being able to get her feelings across.

When you’re in unrequited love, there are plenty of times when, no matter how you try to approach someone in your own way, it just doesn’t reach them…

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In conclusion

Did you find the perfect song to cheer you on in your one-sided crush? When you’re in love, it’s easy to get exhausted, riding an emotional roller coaster over every little thing they say or do.

You might start wondering, “Are they dodging me?” or find it hard to express your feelings honestly.

But the joy and the pain both come from the same place: you like this person.

Trust your feelings, and at your own pace, try to be a little braver, step by step.

We’re rooting for your love!