An emotional song sung by an idol—tear-jerking tracks filled with a range of feelings.
If you’re an idol fan, you probably have a few favorite songs that move you to tears whenever you hear them.
Beyond the lyrics themselves, there are many songs that move us because of the stories behind them—like the members’ feelings infused into the music and their live performances.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of touching songs by idols all at once.
Each track has its own story, so be sure to listen while reading the lyrics.
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Heartfelt songs sung by idols: tear-jerking tracks filled with a range of emotions (91–100)
Specially, do it.＝LOVE
A sweet, bittersweet love song has arrived from =LOVE.
It’s infused with a passion so strong it can’t be captured by a simple “like” or “I love you,” filled with a girl’s possessiveness and pure feelings.
The melody is a pop tune brimming with cuteness, blending adorable charm and earnest emotion in perfect balance.
Set for release as their 18th single on February 26, 2025, the song features lyrics by Rino Sashihara and Maika Sasaki as center.
The music video has already sparked a major reaction, surpassing 5 million views just nine days after its February 2 premiere.
Highly recommended for those who want to empathize with a lovestruck girl’s feelings or revel in the sweet-and-sour memories of young love.
I heard the sound of cherry blossoms blooming.＝LOVE
This is a heartwarming =LOVE song that gently conveys the arrival of spring.
It portrays a faint, bittersweet first love by likening the flutter of a first crush to the invisible scene of “the sound of cherry blossoms blooming.” The reasons the protagonist prefers riding in the third car of the school commuter train, and the care she takes with her hairstyle, convey the feelings of a girl earnestly navigating her first love despite her confusion.
Included on the May 2021 album “Zenbu, Naisho.” (“Everything’s a Secret.”), the song also drew attention for its refreshingly springlike visual beauty in the music video.
It’s a perfect track for the spring season—one that makes your heart flutter when listened to at the start of a new school term.
It’s recommended not only for those in love, but also for anyone who wants to enjoy the spirit of spring.
AlwaysNiziU
A ballad that sings of the power of bonds and love while looking back on past memories.
Released by NiziU, this gem of a song was written, composed, and produced by Motoki Ohmori of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE.
The phrase “You’re not alone” resonates deeply, reminding us that even in moments of loneliness or sorrow, there is someone to lean on.
It was pre-released on December 3, 2024, and is included on their first mini-album AWAKE, released on February 5, 2025.
NiziU’s beautiful harmonies and moving lyrics warmly embrace listeners’ hearts.
Give it a listen when you want to feel the bond with someone special or need the courage to overcome hardships.
Just so you know, this feeling isn’t love!Tensen Tensei Shoujo.
A song by Tensen Tensai Shoujo that adorably captures tsundere feelings.
Set to a fast-paced sound, it sings of the complex emotions of denying one’s crush while secretly being in love.
Released in June 2024, this track is packed with the group’s charms.
It’s been performed at live shows and events, earning strong support from fans.
Perfect for anyone with a one-sided crush or a love they can’t express honestly—listen, and you’re sure to relate!
How do you like this version of me?Chou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu
A song that captures the feelings of a girl heartbroken in love is gaining attention.
Created by Koresawa, this piece was produced as a sequel to “Mojokyuu ni Kawaii no!” (The Cutest Ever!).
Set to a lively rhythm, the lyrics weave together self-affirmation and anxiety.
They express a desire to be accepted—including the “annoying sides” and the “imperfect parts.” Released digitally on October 1, 2024, the track serves as the lead song for the album “Tokimeki Rulebook,” slated for release on December 4.
It’s a recommended listen for anyone troubled by love or wanting to cherish their true self.
Map of the HeartBOYSTYLE
A smash hit by BOYSTYLE, an artist whose powerful vocals draw listeners into the world of each song and earn support across generations.
The lyrics carry a message of taking a step forward while helping one another, making it a moving anthem of encouragement.
Thinking about the blue skyBoku ga mitakatta aozora
A debut work whose hopeful lyrics by Yasushi Akimoto and breezy melody resonate in the heart.
It delicately portrays a grown-up protagonist, dressed in a suit and walking through the city, recalling the dreams and longings of student days.
The composition by Kazuma Matsuo and arrangement by Tsuta Naohiko brilliantly express both nostalgia and anticipation for the future.
It’s a track packed with the fresh charm of “Boku ga Mitakatta Aozora.” Since its release in August 2023, it reached No.
3 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and won the Best New Artist Award at the 65th Japan Record Awards in November of the same year.
It gained attention after being performed on Fuji TV’s FNS Music Festival Summer.
For those overwhelmed by the busyness of daily life and prone to losing sight of their beginnings, it invites you to look up at the sky once more.
A heartwarming song that conveys just that feeling.