Recommended unrequited love songs for teens
If you’re a teenager, chances are you’re right in the middle of romance—and many of you are probably struggling with a crush.
Whether it’s someone in your class, an upperclassman or underclassman in your club, that person at your part-time job, or someone you pass by every morning, the situations vary.
We’ve gathered a selection of one-sided love songs that are perfect for teens.
Sometimes you’re buzzing with excitement from being in love, and other times you get anxious and down wondering if your feelings will ever be returned—those emotional ups and downs are classic crush experiences.
We hope you find one song that resonates with how you feel right now.
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Unrequited Love Songs Recommended for Teens (31–40)
You said the moon is beautiful.berry meet
This song paints a picture of a winter night sky and the bittersweetness of love.
Its delicate vocals and acoustic tones settle quietly in the heart like falling snow.
The melody gently embraces the anxiety, hopes, and unspoken frustrations of someone in love, leaving a strong impression.
Released as berry meet’s single in November 2023, it resonated with many listeners.
Listening during the winter season—especially while gazing up at the night sky—deepens the feelings of someone in love.
It’s a perfect track for those with unrequited feelings or those hesitating to confess.
Why not me?Saki Misaka
This song delicately portrays the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love.
They were close as friends, but before he knew it, romantic feelings had begun to grow.
Those complex emotions of a boy are expressed through a clear, transparent singing voice.
Released in February 2021 as the theme song for ABEMA’s popular romance reality show “Kyo, Suki ni Narimashita” (Today, I Fell in Love), it resonated with many listeners.
It’s a perfect track for anyone struggling with their feelings for a crush.
Listening to this song might give you the courage to take a step forward.
Feeling in loveKana Nishino
A love song by Kana Nishino that portrays the struggles of two people who are more than friends but not quite lovers.
The secret feelings harbored for a longtime best friend are expressed with heartrending delicacy.
Even when the mind has given up, the heart can’t help but hold onto a faint hope—an emotion anyone who’s experienced unrequited love can relate to.
Featured on the album “with LOVE,” this track was released in November 2014 and captured the hearts of many listeners.
It’s a must-listen for anyone wavering between friendship and romance.
Not quite loversTENSONG
A bittersweet song by TENSONG that captures the fluttering feelings of love swaying in a fragile and unstable relationship.
The longing to become lovers and the desire not to break the current bond collide, striking a chord in the heart.
Takabō’s clear, translucent vocals delicately portray the earnest delivery of feelings to the other person.
Released in May 2023, this track is recommended for anyone moved by the frustration of love—unable to suppress your feelings, yet unable to be honest about them.
Being a little short is just right.YUTORI-SEDAI
The lyrics sweetly and poignantly portray a girl’s feelings of love—truly memorable! YUTORI-SEDAI’s song is a love anthem that stands by the hearts of high schoolers dealing with unrequited feelings.
Its unique take on romance—“love that’s a little lacking is just right”—has resonated with many.
Released in October 2023, the track became a viral hit on TikTok, and the music video featuring cast members from a popular dating show also drew attention.
It’s the perfect song for those in the midst of youth, to listen to while thinking of someone they like.
High school students struggling with love—why not listen to this song and find a bit of courage?
Unrequited Love Songs Recommended for Teens (41–50)
Someone like you.Lilia.
This is a song by Riria.
that sings of the heartache of being unable to express your feelings.
It vividly captures the complex emotions of a girl who can’t be honest with herself, even though she can’t stop thinking about that special someone.
Released digitally in October 2024 as the ending theme for the anime Ranma 1/2, it received high acclaim, including reaching No.
2 on USEN’s weekly HIT J-POP rankings.
It’s the perfect track for anyone who’s felt their heart waver just by being near the person they like.
If you’re in unrequited love, give it a listen.
Age is just a number.HoneyWorks feat. Koyuki Ayase (CV: Shun Horie)
HoneyWorks’ fan name is “Hani-mate,” which sounds a lot like the anime shop “Animate,” doesn’t it? It’s kind of adorable.
HoneyWorks’ songs are all brimming with heartache, but the pain in this one, “What’s a Little Age Difference?”, really brings the tears.
He falls for a woman one year older, tries to protect himself by putting up emotional safeguards so he won’t get hurt, yet can’t hold back his feelings in the end… The story unfolds like a movie and keeps your heart pounding.
It’s a one-sided love song that makes you swoon even outside the realm of anime and the 2D world!