[Bereavement Song] To you whom I can no longer meet... Tear-jerking songs about death
I thought it was only natural for you to be by my side, but one day you suddenly disappeared…
If you’ve experienced the death of someone dear, you probably can’t help but feel, “No matter how much time passes, I can’t forget,” and “I wish I could see them once more.”
At the same time, you might be trying to move forward by putting a lid on your grief and forcing yourself to face ahead.
In this article, we introduce songs themed around “death,” told from a variety of perspectives.
Surely there will be a song that stays close to your sorrow.
When times are hard, please give them a listen.
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- [Tearjerker] Songs that make your heart tremble with tears & moving tracks with lyrics that touch the soul
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- A song about losing a friend: bereavement, betrayal, and separation.
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- [So touching it makes you cry] A heartbreakingly wistful and sad song that tightens your chest
- [Dark Songs] A carefully curated selection of deeply dark tracks and heartbreaking songs that accompany you in tough times
- “I Want to See You”: A love song that makes you cry when you listen to it while you can’t meet
- Love, bonds, parting, cheers… songs so moving they pierce the heart and make you cry uncontrollably
- A classic song that sings of gratitude to one’s parents. Thank you, Dad and Mom!
- Farewell Song: A goodbye song. A tearful parting song.
[Bereavement Songs] To you whom I can no longer meet... Tear-jerking songs about death (111–120)
Your body temperatureKuwagata P
Farewell songs tend to be rather wistful, but Kuwagata-P’s “Kimi no Taion” is an up-tempo number.
Even so, it feels like a struggle between the wish to shake off the pain of missing someone and the desire to never forget them.
It reveals things you didn’t notice, things you didn’t think much of when you were together, making the importance of those shared moments sink in.
It’s a song that powerfully conveys both the dizzying speed at which the seasons pass after that person is gone and the lingering sense of emptiness.
brilliant; radiant; glittering; bright (sunlight)Miura Daichi
Daichi Miura, who has produced many dance songs, wrote and composed “Sansan” inspired by the story of the NHK morning drama Chimudondon.
It’s a ballad with a gentle vocal that touches the heart.
The lyrics depict the importance and preciousness of family, so even those who don’t know the story of Chimudondon will surely relate.
The song also reflects Miura’s feelings for his grandmother.
For that reason, he named it “Sansan,” taking inspiration from his grandmother’s favorite song, “Ai Sansan.”
Once moreTani Yuuki
Sung by singer-songwriter Tani Yuuki, who is especially popular among young people for his relatable lyrics and sound, this is a warm, hope-filled song.
Released in September 2022, the track carries a message for a time clouded by the lingering, vague anxiety of the COVID-19 pandemic: “Let’s take each other’s hands once more and move forward together.” In the music video, a grand tale woven by tiny cells unfolds, and Tani Yuuki himself commented, “I’d love for you to see how the visuals, which grow from microscopic cells into something epic, synchronize with this song.” It’s recommended for anyone wishing to regain lost love or connections, and for those ready to take a step toward the future.
Farewellyoru no hito warai
The YouTuber duo Yoru no Hito Warai, boasting over 1.66 million subscribers, usually focuses on laugh-inducing content, but they’ve actually released a number of hit songs as singers as well.
Their track Farewell was created around the theme of parting from a loved one.
In the song, a story unfolds in which a woman is visited by her ex-boyfriend—who is supposed to have passed away.
Be sure to check it out together with the animation-based music video.
Condolences, and life goes onUtagana Roku ft. Uramei
‘Mourning, and Then Life Goes On’ depicts, in an understated manner, the events of the day a beloved person passed away.
This song was created by Vocaloid producer ROKU Uhana using AI.
In the first half, the situation isn’t explicitly stated, but it gradually becomes clear that someone has died.
The piece is characterized by its detailed and realistic portrayal of the entire process of mourning the deceased.
As a result, anyone who has ever seen someone off will likely find it deeply relatable.
Even if I’m not there.Hirai Dai
Thanks to its storytelling, “Even If I’m Not Here” has won wide support.
It tells the story of a man who is about to pass away writing a letter to a child he has yet to meet.
Most of the lyrics are written as the letter itself, carrying messages to cheer the child on until they grow up.
Pay special attention to the final line, which ties in with the song’s title.
The song never explicitly states who the letter is addressed to, so it’s easy to empathize by reinterpreting the relationship as parent and child, romantic partners, or friends—another strong point of the track.
On nights when I’m too lonely to sleepAimer
JUJU’s 22nd single, released in October 2012.
Although it was produced in 2006, its release was decided about seven years later when it was chosen as the theme song for the film “Tsunagu.” JUJU herself calls this “a precious song I’ve cherished for a long time.” It is a poignant yet moving track that portrays unwavering love.
Even if meeting again in this world is not possible, hearts remain connected—this is a song that helps you reaffirm the bond with a loved one from whom you’ve been separated.