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.

Playlist

Touching Anime Ballads That Make You Cry [Moving & Heart-Wrenching]
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Gajumaru ~Heaven in the Rain~ReoNa		A masterpiece where ReoNa’s heartrending vocals resonate with the heart
2	The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell		A bittersweet unrequited-love song, a heart-stirring classic
3	fireworks (launched into the sky)DAOKO × Yonezu Kenshi		A theme song about fireworks that poignantly sings of summer youth
4	TorchesAimer		Aimer’s songs from the anime Vinland Saga
5	PasswordAina ji Endo		A song depicting a girl's growth and bittersweet feelings
6	Anytime Anywheremilet		A ballad song from the anime Frieren
7	Take care and have a good day!Higuchi Ai		Attack on Titan ED, a heartrending song that resonates with the heart
8	My greatest treasureLiSA		LiSA’s anime songs, treasures of my life
9	I’ve listened to so many heartbreak songs, and I’m done with always crying.riria.		A breakup song by singer-songwriter Riria.
10	Stay AliveEmiria (CV: Takahashi Rie)		Anime theme song sung by Rie Takahashi as Emilia
11	youyuzuki		The legendary ballad from Higurashi
12	My SongGirls Dead Monster		The moving melody of 'Crow Song' that supports the heart
13	It’s nothing.RADWIMPS		A soul-stirring masterpiece: RADWIMPS’s classic song
14	Song that marks the passage of timeLia		The moving theme song of the anime “CLANNAD”
15	SKETCHAkiyama Kiiro		A song that portrays feelings for a loved one and the bonds you share
16	Small palmsLia		A moving masterpiece that depicts love and loss
17	know me…Yagi Kairi		Kairi Yagi’s songs that sing the emotions deep within the heart
18	promiseKisaragi Chihaya		The courage to face forward and move ahead with your companions, even when you hit a wall
19	ebb and flowRAY		A song that sings about the frustration of a May–December romance
20	sealLiSA		The beautiful ballad from Sword Art Online sung by LiSA
21	My greatest treasurekaruta		The moving song from 'Angel Beats!' resonates with the heart.
22	WishingRemu (CV: Minase Inori)		A moving insert song that portrays Rem’s love
23	aquaterrariumyanaginagi		A tale of the people of the sea and the land, a profound and warm work
24	Crossing FieldLiSA		A famous song by LiSA, a popular artist in the anisong world
25	I fell in loveaiko		aiko’s romantic ballad used as a movie theme song
26	Spring Notesmiwa		miwa's youth song, a heart-touching masterpiece
27	GarnetOku Hanako		singing about the importance of living each moment with care
28	secret base ~What You Gave Me~ (10 years after Ver.)Honma Meiko (CV: Kayano Ai) Anjou Naruko (CV: Tomatsu Haruka) Tsurumi Chiriko (CV: Hayami Saori)		A cover song of a refreshing friendship
29	Wings That Do Not Burn AwayTada Aoi		A soothing track with a charming combination of starlit skies and piano
30	For YouSuara		A song that sings about feelings for a precious person who has been lost
31	One more time,One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi		A signature song by Masayoshi Yamazaki that portrays a heartrending love
32	Song for friendsRita		A moving song that portrays friendship and memories
33	DropletSukima Suichi		The opening of Kemono no Souja Erin is moving.
34	My Soul,Your BeatsLia		Angel Beats! A moving youth anime song
35	reverse dreamKing Gnu		An emotional ballad as the theme song for the Jujutsu Kaisen movie
36	Hold meSakamoto Maaya		Maaya Sakamoto’s gentle singing voice soothes the heart.
37	Unchanging ThingsOku Hanako		The poignant insert song of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time
38	I touched an angel!Hōkago Tī Taimu		A famous song from K-On!, “Touched by an Angel!”
39	giraffe bluesWarukyūre		The famous songs sung by Walküre from Macross Delta
40	Beautiful WorldUtada Hikaru		The moving theme song of the Evangelion Rebuild films
41	Diamond CrevasseSheriru Nōmu starring May’n		The famous Macross F song, Diamond Crevasse
42	bonding; connecting with one another; sense of connectednessTanimoto Takayoshi		A love song where heartache and hope intersect
43	unfinishedzaki no suke.		An inspiring ballad for an anime theme song
44	RE:I AMAimer		Aimer’s popular anime theme song “RE:I AM”
45	Fanfare of the HeartOkui Aki		Pokémon anime opening “Fanfare of the Heart” returns after 7 years.
46	Because of lovemu to		A poignant song that moves the heart with the sound of the piano
47	Secret of my heartKuraki Mai		A love song that sings of feelings burdened with secrets
48	WishNakajima Mika		Mika Nakashima’s poignant ballad “Wish”
49	flameLiSA		LiSA’s song is popular among young people; it’s a movie theme song.
50	secret baseTakahata Kozue		A youth song portraying growth and hope
51	Always With MeKimura Yumi		Chihiro’s famous song is still loved by people today.
52	Teru’s SongAoi Teshima		Insert songs from Ghibli films: Aoi Teshima’s soul-stirring music
53	Orange7!!		A moving work that portrays the anguish and hope of youth
54	Light fallsKalafina		The beautiful song of Puella Magi Madoka Magica
55	Because you are hereKomatsu Miho		A heart-stirring love ballad from the Detective Conan movie
56	Genesis of AquarionAKINO from bless4		Healing the heart with anime love songs
57	If I Hadn’t Met You ~Summer Snow Winter Flower~Aimer		Aimer’s captivating songs and soul-stirring voice
58	for Fruits Basketokazaki ritsuko		OP song of 'Furuba' sung by Ritsuko Okazaki
59	Ghost in the FlowersYorushika		Mysterious Yorushika Masterpieces and Films
60	Carrying YouInoue Azumi		The heartwarming theme song of 'Castle in the Sky' (Laputa)
61	Spring GoesAimer		Aimer’s distinctive vocals and musicality are captivating.
62	From Me to YouTanizawa Tomofumi		A bittersweet youthful love song, a heartwarming tune.
63	signalWakeshima Kanon		A warm ballad that evokes hope for the future
64	WindAkeboshi		The first Naruto ending theme, a poignant and memorable masterpiece
65	FIND THE WAYNakajima Mika		Gundam SEED theme song: Mika Nakashima’s first anime song
66	Stars swimmakaroni enpitsu		A masterpiece that portrays the sense of loss and hope of summer
67	summer evening skyNaka Kousuke		The beautiful ending theme of Natsume’s Book of Friends
68	Child of the devilHiguchi Ai		Moving lyrics and grand music resonate with the heart.
69	You know,aimyon		Aimiyon, a masterpiece of trust and empathy
70	Goodbye, tearsSupira Supika		Spira Spica, whose cheer songs are popular
71	Our summer dreamYamashita Tatsuro		Tatsuro Yamashita’s song for the film “Summer Wars” (theme song)
72	Hooray for love!μ’s		A heartwarming song filled with gratitude for friends
73	first loveNakanoke no Itsutsugo		Expressing the pain of unrequited love through a voice actor’s song
74	WILLTRUE		TRUE Miho Karasawa's masterpiece 'WILL'
75	My Only Placesufia		Matoi fights an evil spirit and sings a song of hope
76	I want to light up the night sky in my dreams.Aqours		A positive life message in anime music
77	MillenarioELISA		A heartfelt, bittersweet love song
78	MagicMyuk		The theme song of the anime “The Promised Neverland”
79	give it backCö shu Nie		A ballad of loneliness and hope, Jujutsu Kaisen ED
80	Wishing diaryKouda Yumeno		A ballad of hope, carving open your own destiny.
81	AlchemillaRīgaru Rirī		Legal Lily's moving song
82	The happiness of a miniature gardenAzusa Tadokoro		Sing about happiness together with someone special
83	ReunionV.W.P		“Reunion” is an anime song filled with love and hope.
84	Your SongYasuda Rei		Rei Yasuda's 'Kimi no Uta' is a song about a deceased lover.
85	GuideHayami Saori		An anthem of support for walking into the future with companions
86	Gray SagaChouCho		Growth theme song by anison singer ChouCho
87	nightmareZAQ		A song that stays by your side when your heart feels heavy—ZAQ’s masterpiece
88	Ice BirdcageArisurīze Ruu Nebyurisu Kyūsei (CV: Amamiya Sora)		Anime theme songs are interesting when you know about them.
89	Oz.yama		A moving song that touches you like an anime theme song
90	Ark of MemoryIto Kashitaro		Ito Kashitaro’s song connects with a popular anime
91	monologueOmoinotake		The difficulty of communication and a sense of loss
92	PianissimoSTEREO DIVE FOUNDATION		An inspiring song that supports life
93	antinomyamazarashi		amazarashi's profound lyrics and moving songs
94	IrononakaKubo Aoi		An anime theme song, a moving piece that portrays relationships and personal growth
95	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		A moving theme song that portrays bonds and love
96	Let You DownDawid Podsiadło		Ending theme song of a Netflix production, an emotional track
97	Da Capo of the New MoonAizawa Risa (Dempagumi.inc)		A hopeful ballad song by Risa Aizawa
98	rainbowSuda Masaki		Masaki Suda’s “Niji,” a moving theme song for the film
99	Night journeyYorushika		The moving music and vocals of n-buna
100	BatonAshita Komichi (CV: Murakami Manatsu)		A gentle anime song ballad that paints memories of school
101	cold rainAimer		The anime “Mo Dao Zu Shi”: a profound song by Aimer
102	a hair’s breadthUru		Uru’s singing voice and the song “Kami Hitoe” are captivating.
103	Endless EmbraceMYTH & ROID		A moving track from Made in Abyss
104	freshly learnedkurokobu		A song by Kurokubi that expresses feelings of gratitude.
105	No Man’s DawnMaeshima Mayu		The ending theme song of the anime Overlord
106	aimlesslyAimer		A warm and gentle song crafted by Aimer
107	Mortal With YouMili		Mili 'Mortal With You' is a beautiful song
108	PuzzleKOTOKO		Weaving puzzles, voices of hope and light
109	The Road That Goes with the WindŌhara Yuiko		Thoughts on the passage of time and things that remain unchanged
110	Nothing’s ImpossibleA Great Big World featuring Rachel Platten		Theme song of the film “The Imaginary”: A Song of Hope
111	Scarlet Love SongX JAPAN		An inspiring Japanese ballad by X JAPAN
112	BeyondNakajima Mika		Mika Nakashima’s anime theme song “Beyond” is captivating.
113	Ripe AsterYagi Kairi		Ending theme song of the anime “The Irregular at Magic High School”
114	Summer Snowkrage		An emotional musical piece that expresses a Chinese-inspired worldview
115	A mysterious, mysterious creatureOkazaki Taiiku × Tōtasu Matsumoto		Pokémon movie theme song by Okazaki Taiiku and Tortoise Matsumoto
116	Love is…Kato Miria		An inspiring classic that vows eternal love
117	zinniaSuara		Suara’s “Zinnia” is a Japanese-style ballad.
118	Peerless BlossomAina ji Endo		A grand ballad for a film’s theme song, expressing love and loss
119	Love LetterGACKT		The heart-resonating ballad “Love Letter” by GACKT
120	Always and ForeverSERRA		A ballad newly written by SERRA
121	Liar MoonYorushika		A ballad that delicately portrays a sense of loss through piano and vocals
122	tiesNoda Megumi		A moving work with grand music and warm lyrics
123	You are here.wacci		A moving ballad by wacci, depicting bonds between people
124	Longing beyond the cloudsFantasticYouth		Anime 'World Trigger' Ending Theme Song
125	A Petal of the Futureangela		A Japanese-style rock ballad, angela’s scenic song about cherry blossoms.