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Touching Anime Ballads That Make You Cry [Moving & Heart-Wrenching]

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

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.

Tear-Jerking Anime Song Ballads Special [Moving & Heart-Wrenching] (41–50)

Because of lovemu to

“Mu『For Love』Music Video”

Because of loveむト

The deep sound of the piano feels like it sinks all the way into your heart.

It’s a song by singer Muto, released in January 2024, and it was used as the ending theme for the anime “A Sign of Affection.” It’s a ballad with a dreamy atmosphere that calms you as you listen.

However, the lyrics describe a heartbreaking scene of staying close to someone as they cry beside you, which tightens your chest.

I recommend it to anyone who wants to cherish the time spent with the one they love.

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A Collection of Tear-Jerking Anime Ballads [Moving & Heartbreaking] (51–60)

If I Hadn’t Met You ~Summer Snow Winter Flower~Aimer

Aimer - Had I Not Met You ~Summer Snow, Winter Flower~

If I Hadn't Met You ~Summer Snow Winter Flower~Aimer

Singer-songwriter Aimer, known for her stylish musicality and catchy lyrics, has earned high acclaim.

Her song “Natsuyuki Fuyuka (If You Had Not Come Into My Life)” is her fourth single and was used as the ending theme for the anime Natsuyuki Rendezvous.

Although it was released early in her career, it’s a track that clearly reflects her musical identity.

Her fragile, thin, glass-like voice seeps deep into the heart.

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for Fruits Basketokazaki ritsuko

Ritsuko Okazaki - For Fruits Basket

for Fruits Basketokazaki ritsuko

This song, For Fruits Basket, was used as the opening theme for the popular romance anime Fruits Basket.

It’s sung by Ritsuko Okazaki, a singer-songwriter from Nagasaki.

She’s known for her soft, gentle voice, but in this piece she sings with a slightly more sentimental touch.

She herself said she aimed for a calm delivery while still conveying a sense of heat.

It’s a track that really showcases her expressive range.

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secret baseTakahata Kozue

Eureka Seven Secret Base / Kozue Takada - Hatsune Miku Cover -

secret baseTakahata Kozue

It’s the ending theme of “Psalms of Planets Eureka Seven.” I felt it’s a song about boys and girls fighting an invisible enemy called society and the world.

A boy is tormented by his own weakness and sense of powerlessness.

Yet as he gradually grows, a strong will emerges: even if he’s powerless now, he will definitely make his dreams come true, and he’ll become an adult who can absolutely protect the people he loves.

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Spring GoesAimer

Aimer “Spring Is Gone” MUSIC VIDEO (Starring: Minami Hamabe / Theatrical Feature “Fate/stay night [Heaven’s Feel]” III. spring song Theme Song / FULL ver.)

Spring GoesAimer

Aimer is an artist who has earned high praise from younger generations, leveraging a singing style reminiscent of Adele and a characteristically light, Japanese vocal tone.

While strongly influenced by R&B and jazz, in recent years she has mainly been releasing songs that evoke baroque pop and folk music.

“Haru wa Yuku” also features a melody close to that kind of folk-inspired sound.

The track was released as the theme song for the anime film Fate/stay night [Heaven’s Feel] III.

spring song, and the film’s worldbuilding pairs extremely well with the melody—so be sure to check it out.

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WindAkeboshi

Wind – Akeboshi

WindAkeboshi

It’s the first ending theme of the anime Naruto.

It was released in 2002.

Stylish yet tinged with sadness, it’s a very popular song and a classic among anime themes.

If you watched it back then, it will surely make you feel nostalgic.

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WishNakajima Mika

Mika Nakashima “Wish” - Berserk: The Golden Age Arc Memorial Edition Special Movie -

WishNakajima Mika

Wish, the single Mika Nakashima released in November 2022.

The song was chosen as the ending theme for Berserk: The Golden Age Arc – Memorial Edition.

It’s a heartrending ballad brimming with the signature qualities that made her known for songs like STARS.

Its worldview resonates even more deeply with those familiar with the anime.

The earnestness of people fighting with their own feelings in their hearts pierces you.

Alongside her carefully woven vocals, it even gives you a fleeting sense of peace.

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