“I Want to See You”: A love song that makes you cry when you listen to it while you can’t meet
We’ve put together a collection of songs overflowing with “I miss you,” perfect for someone you like, an ex you’ve broken up with, or a partner in a long-distance relationship.
They’re all tear-jerking tracks that stay close to a aching heart, so you’re sure to find a song that resonates with your feelings.
Listening to sentimental music when you’re lonely might seem like it will only make things harder, but letting yourself sink into the sadness with a song can help you sort out your emotions and maybe even look forward again.
Find the tracks that speak to your heart, and take your time listening to your inner voice about what you want to do with that “I want to see you” feeling inside you.
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[I Want to See You] Love Songs That Make You Cry When You Listen While You Can’t Meet (41–50)
CalendarKawasaki Takaya
A love song by Takaya Kawasaki, marked by his expansive, rich vocals.
The lyrics are carefully woven to remind us that the days spent with someone you love may not be extraordinary, but they are irreplaceable and precious.
The straightforward words, like snapshots of everyday life, are deeply relatable.
His gentle husky voice, beautiful vibrato, and powerful singing are truly overwhelming.
It’s a love song recommended for times when you want to feel the comfort of romantic emotions and be wrapped in modest happiness.
[I Want to See You] Love Songs That Make You Cry When You Listen While You Can't Meet (51–60)
trace (of someone/something), semblance, vestige; a lingering image or memory of how someone/something used to beNovelbright
The ballad Omokage by Novelbright is a song where the pain of a lost love intertwines with the tender memories that remain.
Its gentle piano melody seeps into the heart, letting emotions for a parted lover overflow.
In particular, the heartrending lyrics make a powerful appeal to listeners.
The soaring high-range vocals—one of Novelbright’s hallmarks—stand out for their strength in this track as well.
On nights when you find yourself in tears thinking of the one you love, why not listen to Omokage, which nestles close like an accompaniment, and let your heart be set free?
Dried flowersYuuri
Dry Flower is a song that depicts the after-story of Yuri’s masterpiece Kakurenbo, which was a huge hit in 2020.
It’s a gem that rivals Kakurenbo in its own right.
This time, the lyrics are from a woman’s perspective, expressing the heartbreaking feelings of someone who chose to break up while still in love.
Many listeners may relate—loving someone but finding no other choice than to part ways.
Although she chose the breakup herself, she still desperately wants to see him.
It’s a beautifully sad love song that’s perfect for those moments.
In the midst of beloved daysHirai Dai
Dai Hirai’s “In the Midst of These Beloved Days” is a heartrending love song that chronicles the protagonist’s unwavering longing for a lost lover.
Its message pierces the heart of anyone who has experienced a painful goodbye or can no longer see the person they love.
Even in a hopeless situation where meeting again is impossible unless a miracle occurs, the song somehow resonates with a beautiful clarity—perhaps because it conveys the strength of that pure feeling of loving someone, a feeling that overcomes everything.
Hirai’s gentle, enveloping vocals are soothing as well.
Blue BenchSasuke
A music duo that rose to popularity through street performances, Sasuke is best known for their signature song “Aoi Bench” (“Blue Bench”).
Alongside a lively acoustic guitar, warm choral harmonies unfold.
The song beautifully portrays the helplessness and sense of loss when someone you love is no longer by your side.
The melancholy harmonica woven into the melody also conveys a poignant sadness.
It’s a number that gently accompanies the universal feeling of “If only I’d said this back then…”—be sure to give it a listen.
Even if we’re far apart (feat. WISE)Nishino Kana
Released in 2009 as her fifth single, Kana Nishino’s “Tookutemo.” The song features hip-hop musician WISE and was created after Nishino approached people on the street for a TV program and interviewed a real couple in a long-distance relationship.
It vividly portrays the emotional sway between the anxiety of not being able to meet because of the distance and the overpowering love that surpasses that anxiety.
With feelings of “I really like you” and “I love you,” we want to overcome the uncertainty, don’t we?
I long to see you now.MISIA
Sung by MISIA, this piece is a deeply moving ballad that portrays the pain of parting from a loved one and a fervent wish for reunion.
Released in November 2009 as the theme song for the drama “JIN,” it resonated with many hearts.
The reality of being unable to reclaim lost love, and the feelings that still yearn to be expressed, are truly affecting.
MISIA’s richly expressive vocals further heighten the poignancy.
It’s perfect for those carrying the pain of farewell or unable to see someone dear.
As you listen to this song, why not face the “longing to see someone” that lies within you?