Love songs sung by idols: from heart-wrenching tracks to ones that make your heart skip a beat!
There are so many love songs among idol tracks, aren’t there?
From cute songs that capture the feeling of first love to heartbreaking ballads that depict bittersweet romance, there are tunes that express a wide range of emotions and stories.
In this article, we’ll showcase a selection of recommended masterpieces from the many idol love songs out there.
We’ve chosen a broad range, from famous songs that even non-idol fans may know to hidden gems known only to those in the know.
Take this opportunity to listen to lots of songs and discover the unique charm each one has to offer!
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Love songs sung by idols: from heart-wrenching ballads to flutter-inducing tunes! (71–80)
I heard the sound of cherry blossoms blooming.＝LOVE
This is a heartwarming =LOVE song that gently conveys the arrival of spring.
It portrays a faint, bittersweet first love by likening the flutter of a first crush to the invisible scene of “the sound of cherry blossoms blooming.” The reasons the protagonist prefers riding in the third car of the school commuter train, and the care she takes with her hairstyle, convey the feelings of a girl earnestly navigating her first love despite her confusion.
Included on the May 2021 album “Zenbu, Naisho.” (“Everything’s a Secret.”), the song also drew attention for its refreshingly springlike visual beauty in the music video.
It’s a perfect track for the spring season—one that makes your heart flutter when listened to at the start of a new school term.
It’s recommended not only for those in love, but also for anyone who wants to enjoy the spirit of spring.
Bittersweetstorm
A classic Arashi song that expresses a sweet yet bittersweet love with a warm melody that gently embraces the heart.
This gem of a pop ballad showcases the blend of sweetness and bitterness in love through delicate harmonies and elegant dance performance.
Released in February 2014 and used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 PM drama “Heartbroken Chocolatier,” it features a sweet four-on-the-floor house sound infused with technopop elements, creating a soft, springlike atmosphere.
It’s a song that stays close to those who can only meet the one they love in their dreams or who carry an unrequited love.
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A pop song packed full of “I like you” feelings! The lyrics capture the heart of a girl in love, paired with an unforgettable, catchy melody.
Just thinking about the person you like makes your heart flutter—and you can really feel that in this song.
Included on the album released in April 2024, it was also featured in an au by KDDI commercial.
Sing it at karaoke, and you might be able to convey your feelings straight to that special someone.
It’s the perfect track for anyone struggling with love or gearing up to confess their feelings.
Until graduationThe Blue Sky I Wanted to See
A refreshing song that portrays the bittersweetness of a first love swelling in the cherry blossom season and the struggles of a girl on the verge of graduation.
It delicately expresses the feelings for someone she likes and the frustration of being unable to confess them.
Released in January 2024, it was also chosen as the ending theme for the Chukyo TV/Nippon TV program “Sorette!? Jissai Dōnano Ka.” It debuted at number one on Billboard JAPAN’s Top Singles Sales with first-week sales of 47,086 copies.
It’s a track that evokes a page of youth—perfect for listening to during graduation season.
Recommended for those moments when you want to face the complex emotions in your heart before parting with someone important.
Jasmine LOVESilent Rhapsody
This is a bittersweet love song by a four-member men’s group from Shizuoka, singing about a love that feels so close yet just out of reach.
The melody and lyrics gently resonate with listeners, skillfully portraying the subtle distance and shifting emotions of romance.
It’s the title track of their third single, set for release in January 2025, and the music video features the members taking on full-fledged choreography.
Filmed in Thailand, the MV captivates with its refreshing visual beauty anchored in white and blue tones.
It’s a recommended track for anyone struggling with love or wanting to revisit the sweet, bittersweet pangs of romance.
More than lovers, less than love (TV Size)＝LOVE
A song by =LOVE produced by Rino Sashihara.
Chosen as the opening theme for a TV anime, the track is included on their 18th single slated for release in February 2025.
This song, which depicts complex feelings of love, features a pop, catchy melody.
Its lyrics align with the anime’s world, expressing the protagonists’ delicate relationships.
Members Kiara Saito, Hitomi Takamatsu, and Iori Noguchi are also set to appear as voice actors in the anime.
It’s a recommended track for anyone who’s experiencing the frustrations of love!
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It’s a rock ballad characterized by a wistful sound.
The track by Takamine no Nadeshiko is included on the single “I’M YOUR IDOL / Adrenaline Game,” released on December 11, 2024.
It was chosen as the theme song for the film “The Ogre’s Virus,” which opens on January 24, 2025.
Blending lyrics that portray complex emotions and conflicts surrounding love with an impassioned band sound, the song resonates deeply with listeners.
It’s a must-listen for those who want to delve into the film’s worldview and for younger audiences grappling with love.