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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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.
A Collection of Tear-Jerking Anime Ballads [Moving & Heartbreaking] (51–60)
Always With MeKimura Yumi
It’s the theme song from the Studio Ghibli film Spirited Away.
Many of you can probably sing it without looking at the lyrics.
Although it’s been a while since its release, it remains a beloved classic all across Japan.
Listening to it makes you want to watch Spirited Away, doesn’t it?
Teru’s SongAoi Teshima

This is an insert song from the Studio Ghibli film Tales from Earthsea.
It was released in 2006 as Aoi Teshima’s debut single.
It’s a simple piece with vocals and piano, and as you listen, it leaves you with a feeling of loneliness.
I’m not sure whether it’s Teshima’s voice or the piano’s tone that makes you feel that way.
And yet, when I’m feeling down and listen to this song, it somehow heals me.
I think there are very few songs like this.
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.
Because you are hereKomatsu Miho

Theme song for the theatrical anime Detective Conan: Captured in Her Eyes.
When it comes to Conan, many people might picture Miho Komatsu’s songs.
The lyrics express the feeling that “because you’re here, I can be strong.” It’s a love ballad that gently seeps into your heart.
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.




