[For when you want to cry or feel sad] Tear-jerking masterpieces that make you cry when you listen
Even when you feel like crying, it’s not as easy to shed tears as it was when you were a child once you’ve grown up.
In this article, we’ll introduce a variety of songs perfect for when you want to cry—from tear-jerking melodies to moving masterpieces.
These are all tracks you can listen to alone at home and really let the tears flow.
We’ve gathered everything from classics to the latest hits: songs that help you free the part of yourself that can’t cry, and songs that stay close to your pain and lift you up.
Find that one song that speaks to your heart—and let yourself have a good, cathartic cry.
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"When You Want to Cry / When You're Sad" — Tear-Jerking Masterpieces That Make You Cry When You Listen (21–30)
atonementKasamura Tōta
It really stirs my emotions when I listen to it at times when I find myself thinking, “I’m such a hopeless person.” It’s a song by the popular Vocaloid producer Toa Kasamura, who also works on choral pieces, released in 2018.
The arrangement is very simple—just piano and vocals—but that simplicity lets the lyrics’ profound, message-driven depth shine.
“I may have my flaws, but I’m going to keep living anyway.” It’s a moving Vocaloid track that makes you feel that way.
Have a good cry and feel refreshed—reset your feelings.
If only I could remain at zeroOfisharu Higedan Dism
The band Official HIGE DANDism has captivated many listeners with numerous love songs.
Their stylish yet catchy performances powered by outstanding musicianship, and vocalist Fujihara’s beautifully soaring voice, are truly compelling.
This song is about a long-distance relationship.
After meeting on the weekend and saying goodbye, the next chance to see each other is five days later…
The title “If Only It Could Stay at Zero” can be understood as a heartfelt wish for those five days until they meet again to become zero.
The lyrics not only convey hope for a future marriage someday, but also the anxiety over whether they’ll even make it that far, making it a song that invites deep empathy and can move you to tears.
[For when you want to cry or feel sad] Tear-jerking masterpieces that make you cry when you listen (31–40)
budKobukuro
This piece was written as the theme song for the drama “Tokyo Tower: Okan to Boku to, Tokidoki, Oton.” It’s a track by the celebrated musical duo Kobukuro, released in 2007 as their 14th single.
Its moving lyrics, which make you want to express gratitude to the parents who raised you, are sure to resonate with everyone.
The beautiful choral work is surely one reason why.
As the song progresses, you’ll feel your eyes well up—please enjoy this gem of a Japanese pop ballad.
He was alive, wasn’t he?aimyon
Speaking of Aimyon, her songs with catchy melodies and gently warm lyrics are popular, but among them are tracks like this one that deal with life, written with startlingly raw imagery.
The song itself features many parts that feel like poetry reading, setting it apart from her other works.
Still, it conveys her views on life and death and her empathy toward the feelings of the woman in the lyrics who took her own life—qualities that reflect her warmth and humanity.
It’s a song that truly seeps into the heart.
Islanders’ TreasureBEGIN
This is the song that makes me cry when I think of my hometown.
It’s one of the signature tracks by BEGIN, a band from Okinawa, released as a single in 2002.
It’s a beloved hit that has been covered by many famous musicians.
The lyrics, inspired by the island where they were born and raised, resonate even with people who aren’t from Okinawa.
If you’re living away from home, listening to it might make you want to go back for a visit.
It’s a gentle, heartwarming number that feels like you’re being wrapped in the warmth of Higa’s voice.
Goodbye, LipsHarureo
A heartbreak song sung by HaruLeo, the duo of Nana Komatsu and Mugi Kadowaki from the film “Farewell Song.” This track, written by Motohiro Hata, portrays a breakup between a man and a woman, and its wistful melody amplifies the sadness.
The overwhelming feelings well up and loosen the tear ducts.
The Sound of SnowGReeeeN
This is a hit song by the popular artist GReeeeN.
Many people probably feel like listening to it when winter comes.
Although the song is themed around unrequited love, it conveys the poignant feeling of wanting to express your feelings but being unable to.
Give it a listen when you feel like crying.
