Classic love songs. Timeless and popular tracks dedicated to those in love.

The Room, the Dress Shirt, and MeEri Hiramatsu

The Room, the Dress Shirt, and Me (PV)

It’s a song with a somewhat old-fashioned vibe, but the lyrics make you realize that a woman’s feelings in love don’t change no matter the era.

Some parts don’t quite fit today’s sensibilities, but that’s precisely why it lets you sink into a nostalgic mood—one of the song’s charms, I think.

I won't fall in love anymore.Noriyuki Makihara

[Official] Noriyuki Makihara “I Won’t Fall in Love Again” (Music Video) [5th Single] (1992) Noriyuki Makihara / Mou Koi Nante Shinai

It’s a well-known masterpiece about heartbreak.

Despite its title, “I Won’t Fall in Love Anymore,” the ending confesses, “Don’t say that—I loved you, and love was a wonderful thing,” which really tightens the chest.

You let me do as I please, and yet...Are-kun

You’re the one who let me fall for you / Arekun [Official Music Video]

A signature song by Are-kun that captures the sweetness and ache of unrequited love.

It builds on the growing feelings for someone you like, yet lays bare the pain of those feelings not being returned—a masterpiece that resonates with many.

The lyrics vividly convey the turmoil of being swayed by the other person’s shifting attitude.

Released in September 2020, it has surpassed 10 million views on YouTube, and was later included on the major-label debut album “Kokyuu” released in September 2021.

Anyone who’s experienced a crush or heartbreak will find themselves relating to it.

If you’re struggling with love, why not listen to this song and sort out your feelings?

Vending Machine LoveAi Higuchi

Ai Higuchi / Vending Machine Love [Official Video] | Ai Higuchi ‘Jihanki no Koi’

Singer-songwriter Ai Higuchi’s bittersweet love song “Jihanki no Koi” (“Vending Machine Love”) brims with aching emotions.

Released as the second installment of Higuchi’s “Love Song Trilogy,” it was written as the theme song for the film “Can You Buy That Love from a Vending Machine?” Haven’t we all experienced those one-sided feelings—riding an emotional roller coaster over the other person’s smallest gestures or words, wondering what they really think of us? It’s a refreshing track that captures the mix of joy and chest-tightening pain with a delicate touch.

37.2 degreesTakuya Sugimoto

Takumi Sugimoto “37.2 Degrees” Official Music Video

A sweet, romantic love song that warms the heart like a slight fever.

Takuya Sugimoto’s clear, translucent voice gently wraps around the ache of unrequited love.

Describing the longing to see someone as “coming down with a fever” is so endearing—it makes your heart skip a beat.

Carried by a relaxed melody, the feelings of someone in love come through straight and true.

Released in May 2024, this track was also chosen as the opening theme for the drama “The Bought Man.” It’s a perfect song not only for those with a one-sided crush, but also for anyone who wants to deepen their feelings for someone special.

Love’s Melody and Rainy SkiesAAA

AAA / “Love Sound and Rainy Sky” Music Video

Even if you finally get close to someone you like, it still takes courage to take the relationship to the next stage, doesn’t it? AAA’s “Koion to Amazora” is a love song that stays close to those one-sided-crush feelings.

You’ll probably find yourself relating to the lyrics about wanting to confess your feelings but being too afraid to break the relationship to muster the courage.

Falling in love isn’t just fun—there are painful moments too, but at times like that, try listening to some music.

Love without a reasonDISH//

Love Without Reason / Dish// cover by Shironuri Panda

DISH//, who also made waves with “Neko,” written and composed by Aimyon.

This “Reasonless Love” is a love song that fills you with a tenderness that could bring you to tears.

What you once thought was love changes completely when you meet the person you truly like—you realize it was something else entirely.

The protagonist’s words—saying that without meeting her, he would never have understood what true love is—really hit home.

As the song suggests, perhaps love is simply the pure desire to be by someone’s side for no particular reason.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to while thinking of the person you love.