[Just the Lyrics Make Me Cry] Tear-Jerking Songs That Touch the Heart
Even when we say “songs with moving, tear-jerking lyrics,” their themes vary widely—love songs, fight songs, farewell songs, and more.
Depending on the situation, you probably find yourself wanting to listen to a song that stays close to your heart.
So in this article, we’ll introduce plenty of timeless tracks with wonderful, empathetic lyrics that will resonate with you and offer support.
Each song explores a different theme, so you’re sure to find at least one that speaks to your heart.
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[Tears from Lyrics Alone] Heartfelt, Moving Songs (101–110)
AnswerIkuta Rira
Lila Ikuta delivers a heartwarming medium-tempo ballad that gently stays close to the anxieties and uncertainties of one’s future.
Amid a grand, dramatic arrangement, its warm melody stands out—offering the courage to take a step forward toward tomorrow while facing loneliness and pain.
It’s an encouraging song that softly nudges those who are unsure of their path.
Released in March 2021, the piece was also featured as the CM song for Tokio Marine Nichido Anshin Life’s “Disability Income Insurance,” resonating with many listeners.
It’s a moving, tear-evoking track we hope those searching for their own way, or spending days without clear answers, will hear.
What do you want to become?Rozarīna
Facing the true feelings that we’re prone to forget as we repeat our days, “Nani ni Naritakute,” was released in 2020 by singer-songwriter Rozarina, known for her work on numerous anime songs.
It portrays the raw emotions of having dreams and goals and working hard, yet losing sight of what you truly want to do.
The rhythmic vocals carried by the warm tones of an acoustic guitar are sure to soothe a tired heart.
It’s a song filled with a gentle message that tells you it’s okay to let your tears fall sometimes.
Well, whatever.CRAZY KEN BAND
It’s a sexy heartbreak song packed with words that evoke adult romance.
Coupled with Ken Yokoyama’s husky, sweet vocals, you can savor a grown-up bittersweetness.
There are expressions that little kids won’t understand yet, but it’s a tear-jerker of a track.
season (best time for something, especially when a food is at its peak), in vogueShiina Ringo
Sheena Ringo poignantly writes about a woman’s inner feelings.
The lyrics make you reflect on the things humans face—aging, dying.
But she ends by saying, “Live, live, let’s keep on living.” The piano accompaniment is beautiful, and it makes the song all the more heartrending.
gardenFuji Kaze
Fujii Kaze’s song gently embraces the impermanence of life and the bonds between people through the changing seasons.
His soft, gospel-tinged vocals and piano tones sink deeply into the heart.
The track is included on the album “LOVE ALL SERVE ALL,” released in March 2022, and was also featured in NatureLab’s “Laundrin” TV commercial.
Its beautiful music video, filmed at ACAO FOREST in Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture, also drew attention.
This gem of a song offers solace to those who, even while carrying sadness and loneliness, wish to keep looking forward.
Take some time alone to really listen—you may find yourself moved to tears.
[Just Lyrics Make You Cry] Tear-Jerking Songs That Touch the Heart (111–120)
If you call it loveUru
No matter what difficulties lie ahead, “Sore wo Ai to Yobu Nara” portrays the bonds of people supporting one another.
Uru, who drew attention through numerous cover songs and original releases, put it out in 2022.
Even when you drift apart from someone important or things don’t go well, it carries a heartwarming message of wanting to stay together.
Her clear, enveloping vocals bring out a range of emotions from the narrative lyrics.
It’s a ballad whose words to a lifelong family member or partner strike straight to the heart.
Be sure to listen to this song, which is often used in TikTok videos depicting moving, emotional moments.
Fragments of LoveEvery Little Thing
It was released in 2000 as Every Little Thing’s 16th single.
The song was used in a Shiseido “Ma Cherie” commercial and reached No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It’s a classic that soothes with its gentle vocals and uplifting lyrics about how, even when you’re troubled or lost, tomorrow will still come.