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