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)
Friend’s PoemNakamura Ataru
Atsushi Nakamura’s transparent singing voice makes this a piece that sinks deep into the heart.
The lyrics, depicting a bittersweet love, are something anyone can relate to.
The work was released in a limited run of 1,000 copies on June 28, 2005, Nakamura’s 20th birthday.
After a major-label debut, it was re-released on September 6, 2006.
The gentle tones of piano and violin tenderly envelop the story.
Singing it at karaoke might spark conversations about memories with friends.
Why not give it a try to wrap up a night out?
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.
You can do it!Nakajima Miyuki
A masterpiece filled with encouragement for those facing life’s hardships, this is one of Miyuki Nakajima’s signature works.
Its powerful lyrics and warm melody resonate deeply with listeners.
Released in 1983, it was used in a Sumitomo Life commercial in 1994 and, along with serving as the theme song for the drama “Homeless Child,” became a million seller.
Later, in 2012, it was featured in a CalorieMate commercial, making it widely known among younger generations.
Sing it at karaoke, and it’s sure to stir empathy and bring tears.
When you find yourself at a standstill, its courageous lyrics will strike right to the heart.
me me sheRADWIMPS
A ballad by the rock band RADWIMPS whose aching melody and candid lyrics pierce the heart.
The title is read as “Memeshii,” and it portrays a complex state of mind where lingering attachment to an ex and a self-centered kind of love are intertwined.
Many listeners will likely relate to the contradictory feelings of acknowledging one’s own weakness as “memeshii” while still wishing happiness for the other person.
Included on the classic 2006 album RADWIMPS 4 ~Okazu no Gohan~, it’s not a single, yet it has remained beloved for years.
When you want to let your overflowing emotions out through song, or sink fully into the pain of heartbreak at night, try singing it at karaoke—you might find your heart feels a little lighter.
Until the day I can no longer rememberback number
It’s no exaggeration to call back number the kings of love songs, but this particular song is heartbreakingly sad.
The fact that, despite being men, they can understand women’s feelings so well and write such delicate lyrics is part of their appeal.
I imagine many people find themselves in tears whether they’re singing it or just listening to it.
PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism
This is one of Official HIGE DANDism’s signature ballads, sung over a dramatic melody about the end of a heartrending love.
The protagonist deeply loves the other person yet realizes they are not meant to be, and their inner struggle is heartbreaking.
Holding an impossible wish—if only in another timeline—and ultimately stepping back while praising the other’s beauty, the lyrics are impossible to hear without tears.
Released as a single in May 2019, it became widely known as the theme song for the film “The Confidence Man JP.” Pouring your feelings into it at karaoke will surely lighten the burden on your heart.
A song that heals the pain of heartbreak and helps you gradually look forward, this masterpiece gently stays by your side in the season of farewells.
Ballads That Always Make You Cry at Karaoke (21–30)
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.