A love song that feels like youth. Love songs you want to listen to—and remember—during your adolescent years.

Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze

Shonan no Kaze “Junrenka” MUSIC VIDEO (Original ver.)

“Junrenka” is a song from over 10 years ago and one of Shonan no Kaze’s signature tracks! Its genre is reggae, but I think it’s very close to J-pop.

So it’s very easy to listen to and feels like a song that appeals to everyone! I imagine there are many junior high and high school students today who listen to it, too!

I want to be lovedYumcha

Yumcha “Aisaretai” [Lyric Video]

Yumcha’s signature song, which has sparked a huge reaction—especially among high school girls.

It’s a bright, energetic pop track that portrays a lovestruck girl doing her best to get the person she likes to notice her.

While she works on improving herself and tries various ways to appeal to them, a bittersweet sense of longing seeps through as her feelings don’t quite reach.

The song captures the inner conflict of wanting to change for someone while trying to maintain confidence in oneself, all from a relatable, down-to-earth perspective.

Released in November 2024, it quickly became a hot topic on social media.

It’s been widely used in TikTok choreography videos and on Instagram, rapidly spreading waves of empathy.

As an uplifting anthem for unrequited love, it brings comfort to many—perfect for those in the midst of a crush or anyone eager to share their feelings with someone special.

Heart ForecastEVE

Heart Forecast – Eve MV

If you’re looking for a crush song that makes your heart dance, this track might be just right.

Eve’s “Kokoro Yohō” was featured as a Valentine’s campaign song in collaboration with Lotte’s Ghana chocolate.

It’s packed with all the classic one-sided-love moments—the fluttery excitement, the solo highs and lows—and I think it’s a perfect song for high school students in love.

Lift your spirits and do your best to confess your feelings!

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If only I could say I love youKERENMI & atarayo

KERENMI & Atarayo – If Only I Could Say I Like You (Theme song for the film 'The Exchange Diary of Lies')

It’s a song that really resonates with high schoolers, capturing the sweet-and-sour feeling of first love.

You like them, but you can’t say it—these tender, aching emotions are gently embraced by the music.

Released in July 2023 as the theme song for the film “Kokan Uso Nikki” (My Happy Marriage of Lies), it beautifully portrays the world of a youthful love story.

The music video features nostalgic props like cassette tapes and pay phones, and unfolds a parallel storyline different from the movie—well worth watching! It’s recommended not only for those with a crush, but also for anyone who wants to fall in love.

If you can find the courage to say “I like you,” a wonderful romance is sure to begin.

Listen to this song and take that first step, too.

Boys Don’t CryYOAKE

YOAKE 'Boys Don't Cry' Official Music Video

YOAKE’s 2023 track “Boys Don’t Cry” sings about the hazy feelings of unrequited love and the desperate wish for that love to come true.

It captures emotions everyone with a crush has felt: getting carried away by a tiny positive reaction and thinking, “This might actually work!”, or sinking into despair like life is over when there’s no response at all.

But what unites everyone with a one-sided love is the burning desire for their feelings to be fulfilled.

Let this song remind you to treasure the delicate stirrings of young love.

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CHE.R.RYYUI

CHE.R.RY – YUI (Full)

This pop tune, packed with sweet-and-sour feelings of first love, vividly paints a timeless page of youth.

Expressing the emotions of unrequited love through delicate exchanges via cell phone messages, the song captivates with YUI’s clear, translucent vocals and acoustic sound.

Released in March 2007, it became a memorable track as a commercial jingle.

It was also included on the album CAN’T BUY MY LOVE and selected as the ending theme for the TV anime ReLIFE: Final Arc.

It’s a refreshing, encouraging song perfect for the season when spring arrives—one that anyone harboring feelings of love can relate to.

I like you.YUTORI-SEDAI

[Official Music Video] YUTORI-SEDAI – I Like You (Suki)

A song packed with the sweet, awkward moments of high school romance—like sneaking glances in class or getting obsessed with what your crush loves.

Many listeners will surely relate to the worry of “Would it be a bother if I told them how I feel?” It’s scary to be rejected, but isn’t it even more painful and frustrating to stay silent and have someone else swoop in? Why not take courage from this song and confess your feelings? YUTORI-SEDAI’s vocals will surely give you the push you need.