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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RE:I AMAimer

Debuting in 2011, Aimer has enjoyed strong support from listeners in their teens and twenties.
She’s an artist known for contemporary and dream pop.
Her song “RE:I AM,” released in 2013 as her fifth single, was used as the opening theme for the popular anime Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn RE:0096.
By the way, the title “RE:I AM” hides an anagram of Aimer’s name.
unfinishedzaki no suke.

A beautiful ballad that stirs the hearts of anime fans.
Chosen as the ending theme for cour 2 of the TV anime “The Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse,” the song was released on January 7, 2024.
With delicate vocals and lyrics that resonate deeply, it superbly captures the characters’ inner turmoil and the strength they find to overcome it.
It’s a song that will surely give you courage when you’re at a crossroads in life or feel like you’re losing yourself.
I believe it’s a track that showcases his musicality to the fullest.
Genesis of AquarionAKINO from bless4

When it comes to anime love songs, many people might think of this one.
It’s the theme song of the anime “Genesis of Aquarion.” When your heart is tired, this kind of love song is sure to soothe you.
If you’re looking for the energy to live strongly, give it a listen.
Song for friendsRita

This is the song used as the ending theme for the anime “Little Busters! ~Refrain~.” It reminds you of how precious memories with friends are.
Its relaxed tempo and wistful melody line match perfectly, and it’s sure to loosen your tear ducts.
Fanfare of the HeartOkui Aki

“Fanfare of the Heart” was used as the opening song for the anime Pokémon: Best Wishes, which began in 2010.
It’s sung by singer-songwriter Aki Okui.
Although the single was released jointly with voice actress Rica Matsumoto, for Aki Okui it marked her first single in 7 years and 7 months—truly a long-awaited release for fans.
The song features a refreshing, moving melody that evokes a sense of adventure.
Be sure to check it out!
Orange7!!

This is “Orange,” the ending theme for the second cour of the anime Your Lie in April.
The series depicts a coming-of-age story about a boy who hits an insurmountable wall and becomes paralyzed by it, and a girl who, while carrying a secret, does her best to keep looking forward.
If you’ve seen the anime, I think this song will bring you to tears.
It’s a profoundly moving and heartrending track.
Light fallsKalafina

An insert song from the theatrical anime Puella Magi Madoka Magica.
The three-part harmony is exquisitely beautiful.
The majestic orchestral sound that enters partway through resonates like a single ray of light piercing the darkness.
It will likely leave you with the impression that the world of Puella Magi Madoka Magica is unfolding right before your eyes.



