A hip-hop love song. A rapper’s tale of love.
In recent years, thanks in part to the influence of MC battles like Freestyle Dungeon, the number of hip-hop listeners seems to be on the rise, doesn’t it?
Among those who love hip-hop, some of you might be on the lookout for love songs!
So in this article, we’ll be introducing hip-hop love songs from both Japan and abroad.
From that classic by a heavyweight of Japanese hip-hop to noteworthy tracks by up-and-coming artists, we’ve put together an article that listeners from hardcore heads to those who just started getting into hip-hop can enjoy.
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Hip-hop love songs. Love songs told by rappers (21–30)
And I Love You SoAK-69
AK-69’s classic “And I Love You So,” released in 2009.
When it comes to AK-69, many people probably think of him for his anthems and masculine tracks.
But his love songs are seriously amazing, too.
This song is his most popular love track, and it became a huge hit not only among his hardcore fans but also with the general public.
It stands out with lyrics that portray the straightforward love of a stoic man and an easy-to-listen-to beat.
Highly recommended if you want to see a non-thug side of AK-69!
As Love Is (feat. Tsubaki)BASI
“Ai no Mama ni feat.
Tsubaki” is a collaboration between BASI, MC of Insist, and Tsubaki, known for his languid, ennui-tinged flow.
Centered on those sudden moments of love you feel in everyday life, it’s a captivating piece that pairs a soulful track with a laid-back, melancholic delivery.
BASI’s old-school rap meets Tsubaki’s new-generation flow—both packed with flavor—making this a must-listen for the heads.
Of course, even listeners not familiar with hip-hop can enjoy it too!
One More Time (feat. NØZ)Tiger Rhyme
A Gen Z rapper from Hiroshima, Koin—known for the phrase “Obazuri mōshiagemasu”—teams up with R&B singer NØZ on this track, a poignant love song that stands apart from his usual viral-leaning style.
Its straightforward plea—asking a lover on the verge of leaving to stay by their side just once more—hits straight to the heart.
Over a gentle, mid-tempo track, Koin’s melodic rap weaves with NØZ’s soft vocals, resulting in a work that transcends the boundary between hip-hop and J-pop.
Since its 2022 release, it’s been selected for LINE MUSIC’s year-end J-rap playlist and used over 20,000 times on video apps, capturing the hearts of the social media generation.
It’s the song to play when you’re not quite ready to accept the end of a romance.
Magic Hour feat. Pushim (prod. by Muro)Anarchy
ANARCHY, the legendary rapper from Kyoto.
He remains hugely popular among many heads as a real, street-savvy MC.
While ANARCHY often focuses on the theme of rising from the bottom, he’s actually released love songs as well.
One of them is “Magic Hour feat.
Pushim (prod.
by Muro).” The track blends elements of jazz and neo-soul, creating a stylish vibe.
Pushim’s top-tier vocals are also a highlight!
Don’t worry.Prajna (wisdom)
Hannya, a former member of the delusional-running gang.
He’s also famous as the original final boss of Freestyle Dungeon.
While Hannya releases a wide range of tracks—from comedy-leaning songs to calls for addressing drug issues and even anthems—he’s also put out love songs.
Among them, the one I especially recommend is “Don’t Worry.” Hannya himself says it’s “a song dedicated to my favorite hostess,” but knowing how shy he is, I’m pretty sure he’s actually singing it to his wife (lol).
Time (feat. Yo-Sea & KEIJU)DJ CHARI
A track by DJ CHARI that captivates with top-tier sound production that’s insanely cool from the intro.
The high-pitched rap is compelling and really gives the song its unique character.
It’s a track that feels like it could make your everyday life a bit more special.
Be sure to take in the message of the lyrics as you listen.
Your LoveNicki Minaj
A track released as a digital download by Nicki Minaj in 2010.
It became a hit in the United States, Canada, Australia, and various European countries.
It samples Annie Lennox’s 1995 track “No More ‘I Love You’s’.”