[Tearjerker] From ballads that will make you sob to timeless classics—moving songs that touch the heart

It’ll Be OkayShawn Mendes

Shawn Mendes – It’ll Be Okay

A gem of a ballad that portrays someone pledging unwavering love even while carrying the pain of parting.

Canadian singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes released it in December 2021.

Opening with quiet piano tones, the song resonates with a heartfelt question that hints at the end of a relationship, paired with a tender vow to keep loving the other person.

Whisper-soft, delicate vocals intertwine with strings that swell emotionally toward the climax, drawing you in until you might even find yourself in tears.

It’s a warm, comforting track that gently says, “It’s going to be okay,” on nights when a painful breakup leaves your heart feeling like it might shatter.

say my nameDestiny’s Child

Destiny’s Child – Say My Name (Official Video)

While it has the distinctive groove of R&B, the genuine ability to sing with the power of gospel is undeniable.

The tear-jerking never stops thanks to the melodic lines and epic scale, and the strong, “Call my name” message that captivated every kid’s heart truly gripped mine.

Tears In HeavenEric Clapton

Eric Clapton – Tears In Heaven (Official Video)

This is a ballad born out of an unfathomable sense of loss, like a requiem.

It’s a song by the legendary British guitarist Eric Clapton.

He asks his child, who passed away so young, whether they would recognize him if they were to meet again in heaven—an utterly pure sentiment that tightens the chest.

The quiet strains of the acoustic guitar feel like a small light of hope shining within sorrow.

Released in January 1992 as the theme song for the film “Rush,” the track, along with the live album “Unplugged,” has sold over 26 million copies worldwide.

On nights when you’re overcome by unbearable grief, why not give it a listen?

inside my loveMinnie Riperton

Minnie Riperton- Inside My Love

This is a hidden gem by Minnie Riperton, a superb vocalist whose shimmering high-pitched whisper voice truly shines.

Accompanied by vocals so beautiful they feel like fairies dancing, it weaves a world that expands majestically, containing a beauty so moving that you can’t help but burst into tears even if you try to hold them back—a perfect piece of music.

don’t know whyNorah Jones

Norah Jones – Don’t Know Why

It’s a hidden gem by Norah Jones, overflowing with an acoustic, nostalgic mood.

Her impossibly gentle vocals feel enveloping from the very first word—moving enough to bring you to tears—and the emotionally grand development creates a floating, dreamy sensation in this touching track.