A love song that feels like youth. Love songs you want to listen to—and remember—during your adolescent years.
I think what people value during their youth—studies, club activities, hanging out, and so on—differs from person to person, but hasn’t everyone fallen in love at least once during that time?
In this article, we’ve gathered love songs we’d love those searching for youthful love anthems to hear.
From songs about schoolyard romance to adorable crush songs that capture the butterflies of first love, and bittersweet love songs perfect for graduation season, we introduce a wide variety.
Why not find that one track that will make your youth shine even brighter?
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Love songs that feel like youth: love songs you want to listen to and remember from your adolescent days (61–70)
Mutual loveaiko
From the flutter in your chest the moment you fall in love to the ache of feelings that don’t reach the other person, Aiko’s crystal-clear voice resonates deep in the heart.
Delicately portraying the emotions of longing for someone, this work—released in May 2024 and spotlighted as the theme song for a popular animated film—has struck a chord with many listeners.
Aiko’s vocals and the film’s world blend beautifully, further enhancing the piece’s allure.
It’s the perfect song for those experiencing unrequited love or looking to boost their motivation in romance.
Why not listen to this track and find the courage to share your feelings?
Because I like you.Yuika
A cute love song by Yuika that portrays the pure feelings of a high school romance.
Set to a gentle melody, the lyrics express in down-to-earth words how the singer is drawn to a crush’s small gestures and unexpected personality contrasts.
The heartfelt wishes—“Please turn around,” “Please notice me”—will remind anyone of a page from their own youth.
Released in June 2021, the track became a major sensation, especially on TikTok, topping viral charts in many countries.
It’s a perfect pick for those feeling the ache of unrequited love or looking to boost their motivation in romance.
I’ve been in love with you for a long time.kepura
A sweet singing voice where kindness and bittersweetness resonate, paired with lyrics portraying a secret crush on a friend, leaves a strong impression! With sound production by Kepla and lyrics and composition by vocalist Ritsuki Yanagisawa, this is a refreshing love song.
The ache of being unable to put hidden feelings into words and the inner conflict of not being able to get any closer to the other person are sure to make anyone who’s experienced unrequited love nod in recognition.
Released on December 25, 2024, this work is a much-anticipated follow-up to the album “Days of Youth.” Recommended for those troubled by a more-than-friends, less-than-lovers relationship or those who can’t bring themselves to confess their feelings.
Why not me?Misaka Saki
This song delicately portrays the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love.
They were close as friends, but before he knew it, romantic feelings had begun to grow.
Those complex emotions of a boy are expressed through a clear, transparent singing voice.
Released in February 2021 as the theme song for ABEMA’s popular romance reality show “Kyo, Suki ni Narimashita” (Today, I Fell in Love), it resonated with many listeners.
It’s a perfect track for anyone struggling with their feelings for a crush.
Listening to this song might give you the courage to take a step forward.
My cute unrequited loveOtoniriame
A youth love song packed with sweet-and-sour feelings of first love! Otoniae’s cute vocals gently wrap the bittersweet pain of a one-sided crush.
Released digitally in March 2023, this track rides the momentum of the TikTok hit “A Song of a Introvert JK Who Admires an Extrovert JK,” expressing Gen Z’s view on romance in a poppy way.
It’s full of one-sided-love moments: sleepless nights from overthinking about your crush, jealousy toward other girls, and more.
If you’ve ever had your head filled with thoughts of someone you like, you’ll definitely relate.
It’s the perfect cheer-up song for anyone mustering the courage to confess.
Sorry for dreamingAKB48 U-21 senbatsu
Among bittersweet unrequited-love songs, this AKB48 track stands out.
With the theme of summer’s end, it captures an impossible crush in a refreshing way.
Included on the single “Koi Tsumun Jatta,” released in July 2024, the song also serves as the ending theme for the anime “Stardust Telepath.” Its melodious sound and lyrics that say “I’m sorry” over and over really hit home.
You can keenly feel the emotions of a high school girl troubled by love.
The image of standing up to pedal a bicycle is pure youth.
It’s a must-listen for anyone nursing a crush.
Unrequited loveAimer
When it comes to unrequited love songs by Aimer, the popular singer known for numerous tie-in tracks such as for the drama “Your Turn to Kill” and the anime “Demon Slayer,” this one stands out.
You’re so in love, yet you don’t have the courage to confess.
The lyrics convey a wish for the other person to notice these feelings.
It’s a song that makes your feelings for your crush grow stronger when you listen to it during a one-sided love.
Whose face comes to mind when you hear this track? It’s a recommended unrequited love song that helps you recognize—and rediscover—the strong feelings within you.
