[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] Tear-Jerking Songs That Touch the Heart (31–40)
Changing seasonsren
Ren is a singer-songwriter who rose to fame on social media, earning overwhelming support from her generation for lyrics that feel real and relatable.
Her song “The Changing Seasons” is a love song so resonant that anyone who’s been heartbroken will be moved to tears.
Not limited to heartbreak, it captures that universal feeling we all know when we’re down—thinking “the world might as well end”—and expresses it in words that are simple yet beautiful.
The pain of feeling left behind comes through vividly: the seasons change, everything around you keeps moving on, and yet you alone remain standing still.
far; distant; by farGReeeeN
It was released in 2005 as GReeeeN’s 11th single.
The song was issued as an advance single from the album “Shio, Kosho” and was used as the theme song for the film “ROOKIES: Graduation.” It’s a moving song filled with the loneliness of leaving one’s hometown to pursue dreams and with gratitude toward parents and those who raised and supported you.
Hide-and-seekYuuri
It’s a love ballad that expresses feelings for a woman who suddenly left him.
Yuuri was discovered by Hiro, the vocalist of MY FIRST STORY, while performing street gigs, and he broke through after guest-performing at a MY FIRST STORY concert.
This song is his signature piece, and it’s said to be the song that made Hiro fall for his talent.
The lyrics compare the missing girlfriend to a game of hide-and-seek, and the protagonist knows the truth in his head but can’t fully accept reality.
Thinking about that emotional state really brings you to tears.
It can be taken as a breakup song or a song about bereavement; I think there are many ways to interpret it depending on the listener.
around two o’clockaiko
A love song bursting with Aiko’s signature style.
You’re drawn into a world of steady, mid-tempo storytelling.
I think the “two o’clock” in this ‘Around Two’ refers to 2 a.m.
It’s a story of calling her boyfriend to break up while thinking about winter’s cold—her hands and feet going numb, sniffing her nose.
The situation is so detailed that the heartache comes through vividly and real.
If you’re a woman who’s ever initiated a breakup yourself, these lyrics will make you cry.
Unrequited lovemiwa
An ultimate unrequited love song where miwa speaks to you in a whispery voice.
The 100% girl’s-eye-view lyrics hit you hard with every word.
A shy girl who can’t even confess her feelings lets them grow and grow.
She wants to make him turn around, she wants to tell him how she feels, but she just can’t.
It’s filled with pent-up frustration, and you can’t help but think she must be suffering through a love so painful it could make her cry.
The lyrics feel like they speak for a girl’s heart—so heartbreakingly bittersweet.
[Tears from Lyrics Alone] Heartwarming Tearjerker Songs (41–50)
LiarWHITE JAM
This song reached number one on the iTunes overall chart.
I bet many of you have heard it.
It’s basically about a boy who’s head over heels for a girl, repeating how much he likes her over and over.
The light, witty rap doesn’t feel flashy at all, and the back-and-forth between male and female vocals suits the love story of the song perfectly.
No matter how many lies he’s told or how badly he’s treated, he forgives her—his straightforwardness is enough to bring you to tears.
The clever use of the conjunction “demo” (meaning “but”) in the lyrics also really lands—good stuff!
Endless JourneyMr.Children
It was released in 1998 as Mr.Children’s 15th single.
Chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Naguru Onna,” it became a million-selling hit.
With lyrics that convey strength and the courage to move forward, it’s an inspiring song that also lightens the heart.