[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 We Want Women to Sing!] Popular Ballads Sung by Female Artists (131–140)
To youKotone
A new-generation artist who debuted at the age of 16, Kotone.
“Kimi ni” is a song where you can fully savor her beautiful singing voice.
It’s a tie-in track with Shiseido ANESSA, showcasing vocals that make the most of her high register.
With its sacred atmosphere, just listening may bring a sense of calm.
At the same time, the lyrics burn with a message about the wonder of life and the importance of loving one another, so it might fill you with energy as you listen.
It’s a cool, refreshing song—perfect for summer days.
Give me a gentle kiss.DREAMS COME TRUE
DREAMS COME TRUE, also known as DoriCam, is a duo loved across generations, consisting of Miwa Yoshida and Masato Nakamura.
Their song “Yasashii Kiss o Shite” was chosen as the theme for the TBS drama Sand no Utsuwa, starring Masahiro Nakai.
It’s a melancholic yet dramatic number that resonates with the drama’s much-talked-about story of fate’s twists and turns.
While DCT’s uplifting tracks are great, Miwa Yoshida—renowned for her vocal prowess—also shines in tender, heartfelt ballads.
I highly recommend picking this one for karaoke.
Poem of TruthDo As Infinity
This is a song by Do As Infinity released in 2002.
It was used as an ending theme for the TV anime Inuyasha, so some of you may have listened to it back then! The intro, featuring ethnic instruments and koto, creates a world-class sound that has earned high praise overseas.
It proves that the beauty of music is universal.
Another highlight is the shift in the chorus to a bold rock sound.
It’s also a beautiful piece born from the collaboration of diverse musical elements.
waltzLeo Ieiri
Released digitally on April 24, 2024, Leo Ieiri’s song is striking for its delicate emotional expression.
Set to an elegant waltz, it portrays reflections on a finished romance.
Regret over causing sorrow and the lingering love that remains even after the relationship ends resonate poignantly.
It’s also used as the theme song for the drama “Miss Target.” This track is perfect for anyone who has experienced heartbreak or carries bittersweet memories of love.
Ieiri’s clear, transparent vocals gently embrace the ache of a wistful heart.
I love youTakasuzu
An acoustic songstress who sang this track that gained popularity as the ending theme for Zoku Natsume’s Book of Friends.
The plaintive love song gently seeps into your heart carried by her beautiful voice—it feels so comforting.
Above all, her falsetto is one of the charms of this ballad.
And through this song, you can feel the fragility and bittersweetness of the lyrics.
landlord; owner (of a rented property)Yo Hitoto
Hit songs like “Morainaki” and “Hanamizuki” made Yo Hitoto, a Taiwan-born singer, widely known.
Her second single “Dai Dai,” which sings about her feelings for and memories of her late father, is a memorable number with an oriental melody and nostalgic sound.
The fact that the lyrics are sung in Chinese toward the end also conveys the depth of Hitoto’s feelings.
The relaxed beat makes it easy to sing, but because the song spans a wide vocal range and includes melodic leaps, be careful not to go off pitch when singing it at karaoke.
Goldfish FireworksAi Otsuka
The ballads sung by this bright and lively singer are very popular.
The “Goldfish Fireworks” referenced here were conceived with the image of fireworks included in a family pack—specifically the kind with illustrated handles.
It’s a quiet ballad that shines with her sensibility.
It’s a heartrending song that makes you want to listen alone, immersed in the mood.
Her slightly sweet voice further enchants the track.