Bittersweet feelings come rushing back! Recommended love songs for the Yutori generation
For those known as the “Yutori generation,” born roughly between 1987 and 2004, their youthful years likely span from around 2002 to 2019.
During their school days, many were probably immersed in club activities and romance, so there are plenty of songs that became memorable in connection with those experiences.
With that in mind, we’ve put together a list of love songs we recommend for the Yutori generation.
They’re all timeless tracks, so they’re recommended not only for members of the Yutori generation who may have listened in real time, but also for a wide range of listeners!
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- Love songs that resonate with women in their 60s: gem-like romance tunes that revive memories of youth.
- Recommended love songs for women in their 20s. Classic and popular Japanese love songs.
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- Recommended love songs for people in their 90s: A collection of classic Shōwa-era romance songs
- A lineup of classic hits! Karaoke songs recommended for the yutori generation
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Bittersweet feelings come rushing back! Recommended love songs for the Yutori generation (41–50)
That rumored kidpurple now
‘That Rumored Girl’ is a song by Shiin Ima that brilliantly captures the delicate sway of budding feelings.
It was released in April 2025.
The sound arrangement weaves in elements of funk and rock, perfectly paired with a husky vocal tone.
The lyrics portray a descent into love, so thrilling that just reading them sets your heart racing.
Highly recommended for anyone who wants to reconnect with the sweet, bittersweet emotions of their youth.
ObsessedAyumu Imazu
This song captures the sweet-and-sour feeling of first love with a pop sound.
The protagonist, who easily falls at first sight, expresses delicate emotions carried by a pleasant groove and a catchy chorus melody.
A chill, casual track and bilingual lyrics perfectly portray Gen Z’s down-to-earth approach to romance.
Released in January 2024, it sparked a wave of dance challenges on social media and topped the Billboard JAPAN chart in Korea, resonating across Asia.
It’s the kind of track you’ll want to listen to while strolling through the city under a fresh spring sky—perfect for anyone who wants to be honest about how it feels to be in love.
A bouquet of happinessMarcy
A warm, heartfelt song by Marcy that likens happy memories with a loved one to a bouquet of flowers.
After making their major debut with the album “Memory,” they released this track in October 2022, which drew attention as the theme song for the romance reality show “Renai Dorama na Koi ga Shitai in NEW YORK.” Carried by vocalist Ukyo Yoshida’s gentle voice, the song vividly portrays sincere feelings for a special someone and time spent enveloped in a partner’s warmth.
It’s the perfect track for when you want to express gratitude to someone important or convey your feelings of love honestly.
This song gently reminds us that caring for one another is the key to building happiness.
beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)aiko
A gem of a love song that expresses the feeling of falling in love by overlaying it with the changing of the four seasons.
Aiko’s clear, expansive vocals gently embrace you.
The lyrics, which cherish every emotion—from the joys of romance to its bittersweet ache—resonate deeply.
Since its release in November 1999, it has captured many hearts, being chosen as the ending theme for programs like CDTV and Jibireba!?.
With its translucent vocals, this captivating track evokes nostalgic memories of youth.
It’s the perfect song for moments when you want to feel at peace or look back on precious memories of love.
tell me tell mem-flo♡Sik-K & eill & Taichi Mukai
This track marks the beginning of m-flo’s renewed “loves” project, adorned with compelling rap, a catchy hook, and a dazzling mic relay.
Released in March 2020, it features Korean powerhouse rapper Sik-K along with Japan’s R&B standouts eill and Taichi Mukai.
The lyrics, which set the push-and-pull of a frustrating romance to a breezy pop tune, leave a strong impression.
It also signals the project’s first restart in about 12 years, following m-flo’s many collaborations with various artists.
In the collaborative music video with the global lollipop brand Chupa Chups, the colorful visuals and the dancers’ uniquely expressive performances are highlights.
It’s a perfect song for anyone nursing a bittersweet crush or for music fans who want to experience a new side of m-flo.
A kiss is all I want, okay?Nekomata Okayu
A song with a mysterious atmosphere that gently envelops a sweet, bittersweet love.
Performed by VTuber Okayu Nekomata, it delicately weaves feelings of longing for someone while being unable to be honest, expressed through her nuanced vocals.
Her soft voice blends harmoniously with the melody and lyrics crafted by Yoh Kamiyama, resulting in a piece that resonates deeply with listeners.
Released in February 2025, it is also included on the May-release album “Persona~Respect,” and was chosen as the ending theme for the romance adventure game “Okayu Nyu~~mu!” A track that stays by your side in moments of struggle over a cherished relationship.
PairingMasanori Onda
This is a song by Masanori Onda that delicately and gently portrays sweet scenes of romance.
It’s filled with everyday moments shared by lovers and cherished memories since they first met.
Released in February 2024, this piece warmly traces the journey walked with a loved one.
Its melodious tone and love-filled lyrics harmonize beautifully, creating a heartwarming work.
With its calm sound and lyrics imbued with a strong vow of eternal love, it’s perfect for those who want to express their feelings to someone special or savor the time spent with someone dear.