Anime songs to listen to on Valentine’s Day | Love songs that give you the courage to confess

Bare-Bare ValentineNakagawa Kanon starring Toyama Nao

『Barebare Valentine』

This is a perfect song for Valentine’s Day that sings about bittersweet young love.

It vividly portrays a maiden’s heart, torn between the desire to give chocolate to the person she likes and the embarrassment that holds her back.

Released in March 2012 as a character song from the anime The World God Only Knows II, its catchy melody and Kanon Nakagawa’s adorable vocals are sure to lift your spirits.

Listening to it may bring back memories of your school days, when you threw yourself wholeheartedly into love.

It’s recommended not only for those with an unrequited crush, but also for anyone who wants to reaffirm their feelings for someone special.

Love CirculationHanazawa Kana

Ren'ai Circulation – Kana Hanazawa (Full)

This is a song that was used as an opening theme for the TV anime Bakemonogatari.

It can be described as the theme song for the character Nadeko Sengoku, and it’s a popular tune sung in many places.

Its whispery vocal style and pop, cute melody gently touch the heart.

Perhaps due to its familiarity, it was also selected as the ending theme for NHK’s parenting program Sukusuku Kosodate.

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SignAimer

Aimer “Sign” MUSIC VIDEO (Opening theme for the TV anime Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF)

A poignant love song that resonates in the heart with Aimer’s powerful yet warm vocals.

Centered on the bond between two people who carry loneliness, this track was chosen as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime “Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf.” Released in August 2024 as her 24th single, it’s marked by its gentle vocals and memorable melody.

While accepting past wounds, it gives you the courage to find hope for the future.

If you’re hesitating about confessing your feelings as Valentine’s Day approaches, listening to this song will surely give you the strength to express your heart to someone special.

Gradation feat. Yuho KitazawaKANA-BOON

KANA-BOON “Gradation feat. Yuho Kitazawa” Music Video [Anime “My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999” Opening Theme]

Gradient, released by KANA-BOON featuring Yuho Kitazawa, is the perfect number for a heart-fluttering Valentine’s Day.

Released in 2023, the song is also known for being the opening theme of the TV anime Loving Yamada at Lv999.

Its exhilarating, fast-paced melody will lift your already-bouncing heart even higher.

The lyrics, which sing of a clumsy yet straightforward love, give a gentle push to listeners who hesitate to share their feelings.

It’s a recommended track for those who struggle with confessions or want to reaffirm their feelings for someone special.

A swoon-worthy number that gives you courage—and just might make you want to hand over some chocolate!

I…atarayo

Atarayo - “I…” (Music Video) / TV Anime “The Dangers in My Heart” Season 2 Opening Theme

It’s Atarayo’s new masterpiece that gives you the courage to fall in love.

It gently sings about the struggles and growth of adolescence, empathizing with the feelings of those in love.

From the lyrics, you can sense an openness to accepting how love changes you.

Written as the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime “The Dangers in My Heart,” this song is one you’ll definitely want to hear if you’re hesitating to confess or troubled about your relationship with someone you like.

It will surely give you a push forward.

By your side.riria.

riria. / By Your Side [Music Video]

Riria’s “By Your Side” is an EP released on November 22, 2023, and it was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime My Happy Marriage.

The work feels like a mirror reflecting the listener’s feelings of love, weaving together heartache and warmth in exquisite balance.

Riria’s delicate vocals and melodies—released on “Good Couple Day”—may evoke a special kind of emotion.

At this moment when her talent is in full bloom, she gently delivers the courage of love to listeners who carry anxious hearts.

It’s a song I highly recommend to anyone wanting to share their feelings on Valentine’s Day!

Specially, do it.NEW!＝LOVE

=LOVE (Equal Love) / 18th Single “Tokubechu, Shite” [MV full]

=LOVE, the idol group produced by Rino Sashihara.

Included on their 18th single released in February 2025, this song is a super-sweet love track that sings of feelings so intense that “I love you” alone isn’t enough.

The lyrics portray a love so strong it longs to keep the other person all to oneself—pure maidenly devotion straight from the heart.

The music video, with Maika Sasaki as center, drew major attention, surpassing 5 million views just nine days after its release.

As Valentine’s Day approaches, if you listen while preparing that special chocolate for the one you love or when you need courage to confess, it’s sure to amplify those sweet, passionate feelings even more!