Touching Anime Ballads That Make You Cry [Moving & Heart-Wrenching]
Do you all watch anime?
The theme songs of the shows we watched tend to stick in our heads forever, don’t they?
In this article, I’ll introduce plenty of moving, heart-wrenching anime ballads that can bring you to tears.
I’ve gathered many powerful masterpieces that will make your heart tremble—songs I want even non-anime viewers to hear.
Give them a listen when you’re feeling a bit tired or in the mood for a good cry.
If you’re in love right now, you’re sure to find a song that hits just right.
If you’ve seen the anime, the combination of the song and the scenes will make the emotion even stronger.
If you haven’t seen the anime these songs come from, take this chance to check them out!
I think the songs will sink even deeper into your heart.
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Goodbye, tearsSupira Supika

Spira Spica is a mixed-gender, three-piece rock band from Nara known for their uplifting cheer songs.
Their clean, catchy pop-rock sound has earned them growing popularity year after year.
Their track “Sayonara Namida” was released as the ending theme for the popular TV anime Warlords of Sigrdrifa.
The lyrics candidly portray the feelings of losing someone dear.
If you’ve recently had your heart broken, better have a handkerchief ready!
GuideHayami Saori

“Guide,” which was chosen as the ending theme for Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? IV: New Arc – Labyrinth Chapter.
It is performed by Saori Hayami, who voices one of the heroines in the series, Ryu Lion.
The heroic lyrics, which declare that no matter what happens, we will move forward into the future together with our companions, leave a strong impression.
The clear, airy synth tones and her beautiful vocals are soothing as well.
Especially when you feel uneasy, let this warm message support you.
Wishing diaryKouda Yumeno

Rather than obeying a predetermined fate, it’s a song about carving out your own destiny with your own hands and seizing the future you wish for.
It was used as the ending theme for the anime Fate/kaleid liner Prisma Illya 2wei Herz!.
It’s a poignant ballad where a beautiful vocal performance matches a grand, sweeping arrangement.
Tear-Jerking Anime Song Ballads Special [Moving & Heart-Wrenching] (81–90)
Your SongYasuda Rei

One song that has been drawing attention for its strong storytelling is “Kimi no Uta.” This track was released by Rei Yasuda in 2020 and is also known as the theme song for the anime Natsume’s Book of Friends Roku.
The lyrics express a longing for a lover who has passed away.
In the music video, the deceased boyfriend returns to life, and the story depicts the couple spending a brief moment together.
The appeal lies in how viewers of the anime can listen while overlaying its story, and others can become emotionally invested in the MV’s narrative as well.
I want to light up the night sky in my dreams.Aqours

It’s an insert song from the anime Love Live! Sunshine!!.
It was released as a single in 2016.
The lyrics carry a positive message about believing in yourself and moving forward toward the future.
When you’re tired of life or feeling lost, listening to it will surely give you courage.
give it backCö shu Nie

It’s a ballad that pierces deep into the heart, imbued with loneliness and hope for the future.
It’s a track by the Osaka-based rock band Co shu Nie, released in 2021 as their 10th single.
The song was selected as the ending theme for Season 2 of the anime Jujutsu Kaisen, based on the Jump manga.
The fragile vocals of Miku Nakamura stir the emotions.
Since it was written specifically for the series, listening to it after watching the anime might leave a different impression.
Ice BirdcageArisurīze Ruu Nebyurisu Kyūsei (CV: Amamiya Sora)

The TV anime “Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World.” The song “Ice Birdcage” is performed by the character Alice Leare Lou Nebulis IX within the show.
In other words, it’s an anime song sung by the character’s voice actor.
It’s crafted to fully showcase the refined vocal quality of Sora Amamiya, who provides the voice (CV).
The lyrics are immensely grand and wonderful, but having some knowledge of the anime will make it even more enjoyable—so be sure to check out the series as well.



