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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?

A love song that captures the feeling of youth. Love songs you want to listen to in adolescence and reminisce about (11–20)

Our Uniform Christmas=LOVE

=LOVE (Equal Love) / 2nd Single “Our Uniform Christmas” [MV full]
Our Uniform Christmas=LOVE

Doesn’t the idea of spending Christmas in a school uniform make many hearts flutter? Walking through town at dusk with someone you like—the exhilaration and the slightly bittersweet mood blend beautifully in this quintessential winter song.

Producer Rino Sashihara poured her strong desire to create “a Christmas song” into this track, which was released in December 2017 as =LOVE’s second single and became one of the group’s signature early hits.

It lets you relive a sparkling page of youth, bringing back those sweet and sour memories from your school days.

Give it a listen when you want to feel the excitement of a budding romance all over again.

Alter egoSakurazaka46

Sakurazaka46 “Alter ego” Music Video
Alter egoSakurazaka46

The 4th-generation track “Alter ego,” included on the 13th single “Unhappy birthday Syntax” released in October 2025, is a love song themed around “another self.” Its lyrics depict impulses lurking beneath purity and an inner self even you can’t control—feelings many who’ve experienced emotionally sensitive years will likely relate to.

You’ll also be drawn in by the contrast between the predominantly white music video and the dynamic choreography.

Don’t miss the fresh appeal of the 4th-generation members!

You…Nishino Kana

Kana Nishino “You” Live Performance - Kana Nishino “Kimitte”
You...Nishino Kana

A ballad released in November 2010 that gently sings of gratitude and love for a significant other.

Its lyrics speak for those who, despite unwavering feelings, aren’t the best at expressing themselves, and they blend beautifully with Kana Nishino’s clear, pure vocals.

The song was featured as an insert track in the Fuji TV drama “Freeter, Ie wo Kau.” and was also included on the 2011 album “Thank you, Love.” It’s a classic you’ll want to listen to when you want to convey your feelings honestly or feel the bond with someone special.

What is love?Ryokushokushakai

Ryokuoushoku Shakai – “What Is Love?” / Koitte
What is love?Ryokushokushakai

A number by Ryokuoushoku Shakai that vividly captures the pounding excitement when love begins.

Composed by the keyboardist peppe, the song is striking for its buoyant piano melody and an exhilarating beat that makes you want to clap along.

The lyrics portray the confusion and flutter of liking someone for the first time, and the bittersweet image of hiding your true feelings with a casual “Just kidding,” which may make you reflect on your own experiences.

After being included on the mini-album ADORE released in August 2017, the track was later chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s dating show “Love’s Coach Is My Ex” in 2021.

It’s a song that gently gives a push to anyone carrying the sweet-and-sour ache of unrequited love.

I adore you, you cutie!SUI

Adorable you are so precious! /sui
I adore you, you cutie!SUI

This is one of sui’s signature songs, depicting the sweet-and-sour feelings of youthful love.

It portrays how feelings for the classmate in the next seat turn the everyday routine that starts with a simple “good morning” into a heart-pounding, special time.

The lyrics vividly capture the rush you feel from a smile, the way you become totally infatuated, and the tender, bittersweet ache of being in love.

Released in August 2020, the track became a major hit among young people—especially on TikTok—and racked up millions of views on YouTube.

It’s a must-listen not only for high schoolers, but also for anyone who wants to reminisce about their own sweet, bittersweet first love.

To the seaSenchimirimentaru

センチミリメンタル『海へ』Music Video
To the seaSenchimirimentaru

Created as an insert song for the animated film “Given: Umi e” (Given: Into the Sea), this piece is a gemlike love song that delicately portrays memories and parting, with lyrics, composition, and arrangement by Centimillimental’s Atsushi.

It weaves together the loneliness of growing distant from someone you love, the bittersweet ache of recalling them, and the desire not to forget—rendered as universal emotions that feel like experiences shared by everyone.

The song is included on the album “for GIVEN,” released in February 2025.

It’s a track that will resonate with anyone who thinks of someone dear and wishes to preserve those memories forever.

Love songs that capture the feeling of youth. Love songs you want to listen to and remember from your adolescent years (21–30)

Ingot of Pure Lovetuki.

tuki. “Ingot of Pure Love” Official Music Video
Ingot of Pure Lovetuki.

A song by tuki.

that moves the heart with delicate emotional expression and deep insight.

Like an ingot—a solid block of metal—it beautifully depicts a form of love that is pure and valuable.

Sweet yet heartrending feelings of romance are intertwined with the weight and responsibility that love carries, resulting in a philosophical track.

Included on the album “15,” released in January 2025, it stands as one of the fifteen tracks that showcase the blossoming of tuki.’s new talent.

It’s a perfect song for those who want to reexamine the essence of love or seek resonance with pure, earnest romantic feelings.