[Songs I'd love women to sing!] Popular ballads performed by female artists
Many women say they love singing ballads, don’t they?
At karaoke, there are times when you don’t just want to hype up the room with upbeat tracks—you also want to deliver something tender and heartfelt.
So in this article, we’re introducing ballad songs by Japan’s leading female artists!
We’ve picked a wide range: from universally known masterpieces and timeless staples to the latest hits.
If you’re thinking, “I want to know popular ballads I can sing at karaoke,” or “I’m looking for Japanese ballads sung by women,” be sure to check this out.
Each track is unique yet soothing and moving—songs that heal our hearts and leave a lasting impression.
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[Songs I want women to sing!] Popular ballad songs sung by female artists (71–80)
Ghost in the FlowersYorushika
Yorushika is a rock band that debuted in 2019.
Their song “Hana ni Bourei” (Ghost in a Flower) is the theme song for the film “A Whisker Away.” I think everyone has nostalgic, somewhat bittersweet memories that resurface when they catch the scent of summer.
This song perfectly captures that sense of wistfulness, and listening to it brings back the summer heat and precious memories of youth.
Suis’s soft, gentle voice makes you want to keep listening forever.
Because it uses falsetto and doesn’t require belting to convey its atmosphere, it’s an easy ballad for women without strong vocal power to sing.
WAY TO LOVEMiho Karasawa
This song was used as an insert track for the drama “Love Revolution” and gained popularity.
It’s a moving piece that stands out as a romantic love ballad.
Her gentle yet slightly husky, soulful voice makes the song shine and captivates listeners.
The relaxed, effortless way she sings is lovely.
It’s a recommended ballad you can enjoy quietly.
secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE
There are so many people who were deeply moved by this song, aren’t there? Everyone must have felt that bittersweet sense of summer’s end.
It’s full of the youthful charm the members of ZONE had at the time.
Even long after its release, it has been covered a record number of times.
It’s a classic that continues to be sung by many people even after the group disbanded.
It’s a love song that really touches the heart.
Songs I want women to sing! Popular Ballads Sung by Female Artists (81–90)
MarigoldAimyon
Aimyon, a female singer-songwriter popular across a wide range of generations, delivers a poignant mid-tempo number that layers summer scenery with romance.
Its nostalgic atmosphere and candid emotional expression resonate with many listeners.
Released on August 8, 2018, the song ranked high on the Oricon Digital Singles Chart.
It has maintained long-term popularity, surpassing 100 million views on YouTube as of July 14, 2019.
It would be so cool to sing it with the same smooth, graceful touch as she does!
for a long timeKiroro
The title track of Kiroro’s major-label debut single, released in 1998.
It was also chosen as the entrance march for the 71st National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament held in 1999.
In addition, it seems to be frequently used at elementary and junior high school sports days.
The lyrics, which depict a deeply heartrending love, sound as if they tell of an unrequited romance.
No matter how many times you listen, it’s a masterpiece that tightly grips your heart.
flameLiSA
This song, which became the theme for the film Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train, has been a huge talking point since its release! Along with Gurenge, the anime’s theme song, this track is also a popular choice often sung at karaoke.
While the piece is arranged as a slow, ballad-like number, the melody laid over it is fragile yet beautiful.
In the original, LiSA delivers it with overwhelming expressive power, but how about you try singing it beautifully and dramatically at karaoke?
If only you were here so I could hold you.miwa
A song by miwa whose charmingly cute vocals are as delightful as her appearance.
It was selected as the theme song for the drama “Kounodori,” starring Go Ayano.
Her powerful uptempo tracks brim with smiles and energy, while in ballads like this one, her straightforward delivery conveys the emotions embedded in the lyrics.
That clear, unclouded voice feels as if it cleanses the hearts of those who listen.