Tear-jerking inspirational songs: recommended masterpieces and popular tracks
In this stressful world, I think there are many people who are tired of love and relationships, people who try their best every day but can’t seem to make things work, and people who feel like they’re about to give up.
Before you start to feel like you hate everything and become reckless, how about listening to some music?
I’ve put together a collection of songs that will move you to tears—songs that, I hope, will resonate with your heart.
Listen carefully, cry your heart out, and may it ease your mind even a little.
And may it help you face tomorrow with a bit more positivity!
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Tear-jerking inspirational songs: Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks (11–20)
PIECE OF MY WISHImai Miki
Speaking of Miki Imai, her soft vocals and gentle lyrics are so captivating.
Just hearing her voice puts anyone at ease.
PIECE OF MY WISH is a supportive song by Imai, and it’s a perfect track for people who tend to push themselves a little too hard.
Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi
Aoi Teshima’s fifth single, “Letter to Tomorrow,” which also serves as the theme song for the TV drama “Love That Makes You Cry,” begins with a piano accompaniment, and Teshima’s beautiful voice resonates clearly throughout the track.
The lyrics carry a positive message about moving forward with hope for tomorrow.
When you’re going through tough times, listen to this song and keep your spirits up for the days ahead.
A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru
Hikaru Utada’s fourth digital-only single, “Hanataba o Kimi ni” (A Bouquet for You).
When creating this song, Hikaru Utada commented that she hoped it would fit many people in many situations, and the lyrics are crafted to resonate widely.
As you listen, take your time and see how it might relate to moments in your own life.
Things that have formShibasaki Kou
Ko Shibasaki’s sixth single, “Katachi Aru Mono.” It’s also famous as the theme song for the TV drama “Crying Out Love, in the Center of the World,” a track that moved many to tears.
With lyrics written by Ko Shibasaki, the song conveys a variety of expressions throughout.
It’s a piece that will surely resonate with your heart.
DrifterKirinji
Even among famous artists, Kirinji has many fans.
The title “Drifter” means something like a wanderer, and the song has a slightly aimless, drifting feel.
Yet it resonates with anyone.
It’s a track that pierces the heart—one I really hope you’ll listen to.
365 daysMr.Children
This is a famous song by Mr.
Children, loved by a wide range of people across ages and generations.
Mr.
Sakurai is especially well-known in Mr.
Children, but in fact the band has four members.
In addition to Mr.
Sakurai, there’s Mr.
Tahara on guitar, Mr.
Nakagawa on bass, and Mr.
Suzuki on drums.
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SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE
It’s a moving song chosen as the theme for the film “From Siberia With Love,” starring Kazunari Ninomiya and Keiko Kitagawa.
The song carries a straightforward message that aligns with the film’s worldview: never abandon hope no matter how desperate things seem, and keep living with thoughts of the ones you love in your heart.
Its sound evokes an epic scale, and the powerful yet gentle vocals are deeply stirring.
Released in November 2022 as their 10th single, this work reminds us—especially in hard times—of our own worth, that we are unique, irreplaceable, and profoundly precious.
When you feel lonely and stuck, listening to it will surely give you hope to go on.