Tear-jerking songs recommended for high school students: classic and popular Japanese hits
I think there are many kinds of tear-jerking songs—love songs, songs about dreams, songs about friends and family, and more.
I’ve gathered songs you’ve probably heard at least once, so if you listen while taking a close look at the lyrics, some of them might even make you cry!
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Tear-jerking songs recommended for high school students: Japanese classics and popular tracks (91–100)
You are my friend.Hirai Ken
This is also a friendship song that was used as a TV drama’s theme song.
I think Ken Hirai has been releasing more and more truly excellent songs with great emotion lately.
It’s a very good ballad that gives you a warm, relaxed feeling.
I’d definitely like high school students to listen to it and calm their hearts.
presentSEKAI NO OWARI
“Present” by SEKAI NO OWARI, written as a commissioned piece for NHK’s National School Music Competition, is a famous song that also drew attention for its flipbook-style music video illustrated by Tekken.
It’s a profound piece that brings back even the times when it was hard to open up to others as fond memories.
Bridge of Gloryyuzu
The song I want to dedicate to someone whose past year has been full of struggles is Yuzu’s “Eikou no Kakehashi” (Bridge of Glory).
For example, its lyrics are perfect for gifting to a student who has successfully passed their entrance exams.
Carried by the exquisite harmonies of the two members of Yuzu, it lets you look back on the year—and it’s guaranteed to be moving.
me me sheRADWIMPS
It’s no exaggeration to say there isn’t a single high school student who doesn’t know them—this is a heartbreaking breakup song by RADWIMPS, one of Japan’s most iconic bands.
The song beautifully resonates, honestly expressing the painful feelings of being unable to accept a breakup with someone you love.
A ribbon doesn’t suit me.Team N
“Ribbons Don’t Suit Me” is a song that poignantly captures the sadness of growing up a little more with every birthday.
The mix of joy and melancholy on one’s birthday is a feeling that’s especially strong during adolescence, isn’t it? By the way, what age, exactly, do ribbons suit?