A ballad that will definitely make you cry at karaoke
At after-parties following drinking sessions or celebrations, the mood can sometimes turn reflective.
This is especially common during karaoke at second parties for clubs or circles.
Many people might wonder, “What kind of songs should I sing at times like that?”
So this time, we’ve picked out some tear-jerking classics for those situations.
Assuming you’ll be singing them at karaoke, we’ve chosen songs that aren’t too difficult, so be sure to check them out!
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Ballads That Always Make You Cry at Karaoke (11–20)
nape (of the neck)aiko
Opening with the sound of a beautiful piano, this is a supreme ballad from aiko.
The lyrics delicately trace lingering feelings for a past lover and memories that don’t fade even as the seasons turn, gently comforting hearts fresh from heartbreak.
While accepting the breakup, the earnest wish to meet again in a few years with a smile is a message that’s sure to tug at anyone’s heart.
Released in November 2003, this song was a lead single from the acclaimed album “Akatsuki no Love Letter” and was also performed at the 54th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
It’s a piece that suits the quiet winter air—on nights when you want to cleanse your sadness, try singing it out and letting your overflowing emotions flow with it.
366 daysHY
A signature song by HY that portrays a heartrending love.
Its clear, translucent melody resonates deeply with listeners.
The lyrics depict an unrequited love with aching sorrow, yet they somehow convey a gentle warmth, making it easy for many to relate.
The track is included on the album “HeartY,” released in April 2008, and was used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama and Toho-distributed film Red Thread.
It also appeared in a Kirin Afternoon Tea commercial.
It’s the perfect choice for creating a reflective mood at second gatherings like after-parties or post-event get-togethers.
If you sing it at karaoke, people around you will listen quietly, letting you deliver an emotionally moving performance.
YOUYUI
This song is also the ending theme for the film Paradise Kiss, and since it was written specifically for it, it fits the movie perfectly.
It honestly expresses a girl’s frustration and heartache, and it brings back memories of an unforgettable love that brings me to tears.
forget-me-notOzaki Yutaka
A masterpiece where the gentle timbre of the piano intertwines with Yutaka Ozaki’s soul-stirring vocals.
Featured on his third album, Through the Broken Door, released in 1983, this song is famous for the episode that the lyrics weren’t finished until right before recording and were thought up in the hallway of the studio.
The lyrics, which sing of aching love and fleeting everyday moments, capture the hearts of young listeners and don’t let go.
Sing it at an after-party or a second round following a gathering, and it will surely move those around you.
It’s the perfect song for when you want to sink into memories or quietly shed a tear on a still night.
Stop the clockKarumen Maki
A masterpiece imbued with a beautiful melody that resonates in the heart and deep emotional richness.
Carmen Maki’s powerful yet delicate vocals brilliantly express the pure feelings of two lovers.
One of Carmen Maki’s signature works that brought a fresh breeze to Japan’s rock scene in the 1970s.
Included on the album “Carmen Maki & OZ,” it became a major hit, selling over 100,000 copies.
Its wish to preserve precious moments with a lover forever strikes a deep chord in listeners.
Sing it at an after-party or a second-party karaoke session, and it will surely elevate the atmosphere.
It’s also a perfect song for when you want to convey the feelings you keep in your heart.
Song of the Eternal NightKami wa saikoro o furanai
On sleepless nights, I suddenly remember someone precious who’s no longer by my side.
This is a tear-jerking rock ballad that sings of a heartbreak so intense it feels like your chest might burst.
It’s a work by the Fukuoka-born band God Doesn’t Roll Dice, included on their mini-album “A View on Lambda,” released in May 2019.
Starting with an intro that feels like turning back the hands of a clock, it builds to a dramatic chorus where emotions spill over all at once, sending shivers through your heart.
It also served as the theme song for the film “Little Subculture Wars: The Rebellion of Village Vanguard!” released in October 2020.
It’s a song that gently stays with you on nights when you can’t let go of a love you can’t forget, or when you want to sing your heart out and cry at karaoke.
Ballads That Always Make You Cry at Karaoke (21–30)
Thank youMACO
When you watch the music video, it seems like this song is about losing someone you love or a partner, but in reality, it appears MACO wrote it after losing a dear friend.
It taught me both the sorrow of parting forever from someone important—whether a romantic partner, family member, or friend—and the importance of properly expressing gratitude.