[2026] A Collection of Popular, Tear-Jerking Inspirational BGM
In today’s world where everyone uses social media, creating videos is nothing unusual.
Especially when it comes to short-form videos like TikTok or Instagram, many people have probably tried making them at least once.
For those creators, we’ve curated a selection of moving background music (BGM).
From famous tracks you’ve likely heard on YouTube Shorts or TikTok to lesser-known yet deeply emotional pieces, we’ve picked a wide range of inspiring BGMs.
Find the one song that suits you best.
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[2026] Popular Tear-Jerking Emotional BGM | Compilation (21–30)
Shine brighterSakuramochi Runa
“Shine Brighter,” produced by Sakura Mochi Luna, who also works as a Vocaloid producer.
A bittersweet yet beautiful melody resonates, evoking moving scenes from a story.
The fresh piano sound that gently envelops the strings is also striking.
The mid-track tempo lift conveys a message about living positively.
Even without lyrics, this free BGM is emotionally stirring, expressing both aching hearts and inner strength.
It’s highly recommended for times when you feel lonely or want someone’s support.
A dream from somedayKouya Takashi
This BGM, “Itsuka no Yume” (“Someday’s Dream”), evokes a pastoral natural landscape.
Composed by Takashi Kakuya, it has been released as free BGM.
Built around the warm tones of acoustic guitar and beautiful strings, it features a catchy, pop-like melody.
The piece conjures images of vast grasslands and clear skies, making it soothing for those dealing with stress or anxiety.
It’s a calm yet nostalgically charming BGM video.
Why not listen to it alongside your fond memories?
homesicknessAmacha no Ongaku Koubou
Featuring an emotion-stirring melody, “Bokyō” (Longing for Home) is a piece that resonates deeply with listeners.
Created by the music resource site “Amacha’s Music Workshop,” run by composer Amacha, the track has been widely embraced by creators in online videos and is often used to enhance moving scenes.
Beginning with a melody brimming with poignancy and building toward a hope-filled finale, its progression feels as if it lifts listeners out of sadness and hardship.
Played during work or study, it can calm the mind and help you focus more deeply on the task at hand.
TikTok Piano Medley
A BGM video featuring a medley of piano pieces popular on TikTok, a platform hugely supported by young people.
It compiles songs often used in emotional scenes.
One hallmark of TikTok is its short format where videos switch rapidly, so many people may have only heard snippets of these tracks within the app.
Since it’s composed of pieces with beautiful piano tones, it’s perfect as background music for work.
It’s a BGM video that gently keeps you company on sleepless nights.
Please give it a listen when you’re feeling anxious or lonely.
River Flows in YouYIRUMA
Released in 2001 by Korean pianist Yiruma, “River Flows in You” features a flowing, water-like melody that gently soothes the heart, making it perfect as comfortable background music while you work.
Its graceful piano, as if making you forget the passage of time, is a piece that resonates deeply.
The official YouTube channel’s video has surpassed 180 million views, and even more than 20 years after its release, it continues to receive praise such as “I was deeply moved.” If you let yourself be carried by this song’s rippling waves of sound, your mind will surely clear and your productivity will rise.
Beautiful and sad piano music
When it comes to BGM videos that make you feel nostalgic for your original landscape and bring you to the verge of tears, “Beautiful and Sad Piano Music” comes to mind.
The simple, beautiful tones of the piano carry a certain nostalgic atmosphere.
Its melodies evoke rich natural scenery, making it perfect for listening with your eyes closed and relaxing at home.
It’s soothing music that helps you regain a pure heart when you’re tired from work or school or feeling anxious.
Give it a listen when stress builds up and you want a good cry, or when you want to calmly focus on your tasks.
Touhou Arrangement Medley
A BGM video produced based on music used in the Touhou Project, which spans various media such as games, books, and music CDs.
It unfolds with grand melodies that evoke a fantastical world.
Many of the tracks are rooted in “wa” (traditional Japanese aesthetics), so some listeners may feel a sense of nostalgia.
The ambient sounds, which pair beautifully with natural scenery, are soothing to the soul.
This BGM video is also recommended for those looking for music to relax to during leisurely downtime or to use as nighttime sleep BGM.