Popular love song themes from Monday 9 p.m. dramas. Including the theme song from that smash-hit drama.
On Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.
m.
drama slot, commonly known as “Getsuku,” many massively successful series have aired—some even becoming social phenomena.
In particular, the 1990s saw back-to-back mega-hits, to the point where people joked that office ladies disappeared from the streets.
Among Getsuku shows, romance dramas are especially popular.
Along with the dramas, their theme songs also gained huge popularity.
In this article, we’ll introduce some of the most beloved love songs from Getsuku theme tracks.
Immerse yourself in the world of Getsuku romance through these theme songs!
Popular love-song theme tunes from Monday 9 p.m. dramas. Including the theme song from that smash-hit series (1–10)
I tried falling in love with you.chay
Chay, who is adored by women and is a fashion icon, released her sixth single as a singer in February 2015: “Anata ni Koi wo Shitemimashita” (I Tried Falling in Love with You).
It was chosen as the theme song for the Monday 9 p.
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drama “Date ~ What Is Love, Exactly? ~,” which features a man and a woman with zero dating skills.
Brimming with a retro vibe that evokes classic idol pop, it’s a number that will make even the most awkward romantics want to fall in love the moment they hear it.
It’s fresh for younger listeners and nostalgic for middle-aged and older generations alike.
Kiss meKOH+
KOH+ is a musical unit formed by Kou Shibasaki and Masaharu Fukuyama, originally brought together to create a theme song for a drama.
Their debut single, “KISS Shite,” was written as the theme for the TV drama Galileo and produced at the request of the producer, who wanted a bright ending precisely because the drama itself deals with heavy themes.
With its breezy tone and lively arrangement from the intro, the song creates a striking impact through its contrast with the drama.
Its catchy melody makes you want to hum along—a gem of a pop tune.
OH MY LITTLE GIRLYutaka Ozaki
Yutaka Ozaki was a singer-songwriter with a charismatic presence who earned overwhelming support from young people across Japan, and whose influence has continued even after his untimely death at the age of 26.
His 14th single, “OH MY LITTLE GIRL,” used as the theme song for the TV drama The End of the World, was re-released from an album after his passing and became a million-selling ballad.
The gentle melody, woven with his distinctive voice, showcases the breadth of Ozaki’s musicality and expressive power.
Even today, it remains an immortal classic that is continually covered by a wide range of artists.
The summer you gave meLeo Ieiri
“Kimi ga Kureta Natsu” by Leo Ieiri is a song about a poignant summer love that you can’t forget, one that lingers in your memory.
Released in 2015, it was chosen as the theme song for the drama Koinaka, starring Sota Fukushi.
The lyrics depict a love that won’t come to fruition and has no future—feelings left unspoken and kept inside the heart—overflowing with a sadness so intense it makes your chest ache.
For those who once put a lid on their own love, knowing it wouldn’t be realized, the song may especially resonate with the pain they felt back then.
It gently stays close to the feelings hidden in your heart.
Christmas songback number
Back number is a three-piece rock band that resonates with younger generations through poignant lyrics and vocals that amplify the emotion.
Their 14th single, “Christmas Song,” used as the theme for the TV drama “From Five to Nine,” won the Best Drama Song at the 87th The Television Drama Academy Awards and stands as back number’s biggest hit.
True to its title, the song’s crystal-clear ensemble evokes the spirit of Christmas, and its heartwarming message makes it a perfect listen for winter.
It’s an emotional million-selling track that has also become a karaoke staple.
Kiss me right nowLINDBERG
LINDBERG is a four-piece rock band known as a leading female-vocal group active in the 1990s, and since resuming activities in 2014, they’ve continued to work energetically.
Their second single, “Ima sugu Kiss Me,” used as the theme song for the TV drama “Sekai de Ichiban Kimi ga Suki!” is known as their biggest hit, cementing LINDBERG’s popularity.
Maki Watase’s straightforward vocals and the band’s pop-leaning ensemble can still get your spirits up even today.
It’s a refreshing rock tune whose catchy phrases and melodies add color to the drama.
Love Story Comes SuddenlyKazumasa Oda
The theme song chosen for the mega-hit drama Tokyo Love Story—which recorded an average viewership rating of over 30% up through its final episode—is Love Story wa Totsuzen ni, sung by Kazumasa Oda.
In recent years, a remake was streamed, so the younger generation may have become familiar with it as well.
Love often begins in an unexpected moment! This fresh track captures those moments and the uniquely wavering emotions of romance in its lyrics.
Oda’s clear and airy yet bittersweet voice grips your heart in an instant.