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[Want to overcome it] Love songs for couples and married pairs in a rut
The longer a relationship lasts, the more likely you’ll hit a “rut.”
When you first start dating, you probably think, “That would never happen to us,” but if you’ve been together a long time—whether as a couple or as spouses—it’s something almost everyone experiences.
Here, we’re introducing plenty of love songs that revolve around that lull.
Pay attention to lyrics that express honest feelings toward your partner and that take you back to the early days of your relationship.
Some songs, unfortunately, end in a breakup, but there are also many that encourage you to think, “If we can get through this rough patch, there’s a bright future waiting for us!”
Find tracks that match how you’re feeling right now and listen as you take a moment to reaffirm each other’s feelings.
[I Want to Overcome This] Love Songs for Couples and Married Pairs in a Rut (1–10)
respawnSaucy Dog
This is a song by Saucy Dog that expresses the desire to try again, even while feeling exhausted by a relationship.
Sung as a male-female duet, it poignantly portrays the conflicted emotions of wanting some distance and still feeling deep affection.
Included on the mini-album “Lazy Sunday,” released in August 2021, it has been performed at numerous festivals, including VIVA LA ROCK.
Their feelings for each other haven’t changed, yet daily miscommunications have worn down their hearts.
Still, when they think deeply about one another, a feeling of not wanting to give up resurfaces.
It’s a track that gently embraces the emotions of a couple in a lull.
calm (of the sea), lull; Nagi (a Japanese given name)Marcy
“I couldn’t realize it when you were by my side…” A gem of a ballad by Marcy that weaves a confession of regret.
It portrays the feelings for a loved one as the calm of a quiet sea, with occasional ripples of emotion.
While recalling the days when the two were happy, a now-unstable, wavering heart—like unsteady feet—resonates together with Ukyo Yoshida’s gentle vocals.
Featured on the November 2023 album Candle and spotlighted as an insert song in ABEMA’s drama High-Teen Diary, this piece is a beautiful song that gently stays close to those who still can’t take a step forward, even as they think of someone special.
apple pieback number
This is a song by back number that delicately portrays a couple’s feelings as their bittersweet memories of love slowly fade and they confront the monotony of everyday life.
Capturing the subtle distance and small pangs of loneliness between lovers with a beautiful melody, the track was included on the December 2015 album Chandelier.
As time passes, even physical affection decreases, and though they sense a crisis in a relationship that seems to be cooling, the song’s strikingly positive stance lies in finding new happiness in the ordinary—like sharing a slightly cold apple pie together.
It’s a must-listen for couples who feel they’re in a lull.
Happy Endingback number
When talking about love songs in J-pop, the rock band back number is indispensable.
They’ve gained popularity with grand ballads that envelop listeners’ hearts.
Among their songs, the one that’s perfect for a relationship slump is “Happy End.” Released in 2016, it was used as the theme song for the film “My Tomorrow, Your Yesterday.” It’s a soulful ballad with a dramatic development.
“I love you, but we can’t be together.” If you’re carrying that feeling, please give it a listen.
EnchantedSaucy Dog
This song by Saucy Dog depicts the quiet happiness found in everyday life with a lover.
Even when far apart, lovers spend nights together over video calls and let small conversations blossom—portrayed through warm, tender lyrics.
Released in March 2022 as the theme song for ABEMA’s original romance show “Koisuru♡Shuumatsu Homestay 2022 Spring,” the track gently sings of the reassuring feeling that hearts remain connected despite the distance, and that simply spending time with someone can bring a joy that feels like magic.
It’s a song that conveys the value of universal love—one we especially hope couples in a rough patch will listen to.
What’s certain isMacaroni Enpitsu
Even when our eyes meet, all we can see is an uncertain future.
Still, this gem of a pop tune by Macaroni Empitsu portrays a romance that keeps moving forward despite it all.
There may be surprisingly few “certain” things in love, but that’s exactly why the desire for two people to trust each other is gently wrapped in warm vocals and a melodic line.
Included on the album “hope,” the song was also featured in April 2020 as the CM song for the contact lens brand CREO, starring Haruna Kawaguchi, touching the hearts of many.
It’s a song that quietly stays by the side of anyone feeling doubt or anxiety in a relationship.
bedheadCreepHyp
CreepHyp is a rock band that delivers songs that vividly portray delicate emotions to listeners, and they’ve provided theme songs for numerous films and TV dramas.
Among their tracks, the one we’d recommend during a relationship lull is “Neguse,” released in 2014.
It features a band sound with a refreshing guitar riff.
Many will relate to the lyrics, which express honest feelings toward a partner.
It’s a warm song that makes you want to stay by your partner’s side no matter how old you get.
Why not experience their unique world built around the theme of “hair?”