[Bereavement Song] To you, my precious one 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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- [Memorial Song] A moving classic and love song dedicated to a beloved person embarking on a journey to heaven
- A song I want people who have lost a beloved partner to listen to
- [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
- [Thank You] A classic song expressing gratitude to one’s parents. A number loved across generations.
- Farewell Song: A goodbye song. A tearful parting song.
[Bereavement Songs] To you, my precious one whom I can no longer meet. Tear-jerking songs about death (141–150)
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This is a song whose wistful melody and lyrics resonate deeply in the heart.
Against the backdrop of memories of the earthquake and a sense of loss, it powerfully conveys people’s prayers and will to live.
Included on the album “UBU,” released in February 2013, it has continued to move many listeners ever since.
While carrying sorrow and loss, it portrays the determination to face forward and live on, offering support to those striving to overcome painful experiences.
It is a song that stands beside those grieving the loss of someone dear and helps them find a spark of hope.
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.
Beyond this starry skyMayo Okamoto
It is said to be a song inspired by a letter from a female fan who had lost a loved one.
Listening with that in mind, each memory and promise it recounts resonates with aching poignancy, and the sound—stripped of instruments to the bare minimum—deepens the sorrow even further.
Encountering a song like this makes you appreciate the simple, nameless happiness of having someone you can argue with, someone you can vent to.
The B-side of this single, “Help me II,” is also a popular, drama-style track.
Please give it a listen if you have the chance.
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.
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.
Drawing #2: Spring LightPorunogurafiti
The two-piece rock band Porno Graffitti made a splash on the J-pop scene with their debut single “Apollo,” and have continued to release numerous hit numbers ever since.
“Dessin #2 Shunkō,” included on their second album foo?, was created as the second installment in the Dessin series carried over from their previous work.
The lyrics, written by guitarist Haruichi Shindō around the theme of his late father’s death, evoke both the immense love he received and a profound sense of loss.
Set to piano and guitar, the sentimental melody is a lyrical number that moves the heart.
