Tear-jerking songs I want to sing at karaoke
Do you go to karaoke to refresh yourself or relieve stress?
I think many people want to belt out songs at the top of their lungs to blow off steam, but if you want to feel even more refreshed, I recommend singing songs that make you cry!
Whether you cry while singing yourself or shed tears listening to the person you’re with sing, letting your emotions flow through a heartfelt song is a wonderful thing—and it will leave your heart feeling clear.
In this article, we’ll focus on tear-jerking songs to help you choose your setlist and introduce some recommended tracks!
- [So touching it makes you cry] A heartbreakingly wistful and sad song that tightens your chest
- [Tearjerker] Songs that make your heart tremble with tears & moving tracks with lyrics that touch the soul
- Farewell Song: A goodbye song. A tearful parting song.
- [Just the Lyrics Make Me Cry] Tear-Jerking Songs That Touch the Heart
- Recommended tear-jerking songs for women: classic and popular J‑pop tracks
- [Today's Tearjerker Song] Tear ducts destroyed! Timeless and trending tracks that will make you cry no matter what
- Popular Tearjerker Song Rankings [2026]
- Tear-jerking J-pop from the ’90s. Hit songs and real tearjerkers.
- Bittersweet songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke: recommended masterpieces and popular tracks
- [Moving Songs] A collection of touching Japanese pop classics that are easy to sing at karaoke.
- Tear-jerking songs recommended for men in their 50s: classic and popular Japanese hits
- Tear-jerking inspirational songs: recommended masterpieces and popular tracks
- [Tearjerker Guaranteed!] A Heartbreak Song Told from a Male Perspective
Tearjerker songs I want to sing at karaoke (81–90)
MOONREBECCA

“MOON,” a single cut from the album “Poison.” It’s a song with a powerful impact that brings back the unique pain and wistfulness of adolescence, along with many other nostalgic emotions.
I’m sure many people will be moved to tears as they remember those days.
LOVE IS ALL MUSICKahara Tomomi

This is a song by Tomomi Kahala produced by Tetsuya Komuro in 1997.
It’s a 6/8 time rock ballad, notable for its lyrics depicting the walk home after a breakup from late night to dawn.
The vocals were recorded in a relaxed state after a vacation in Bali, and Komuro himself is said to be fond of the track.
The song was used as the image song for Mikki’s “Ginza Jewelry Maki Estate Twin Jewelry” commercial and debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon chart.
It’s a recommended choice when you want a good cry at karaoke.
If you sing it while recalling a farewell with someone dear to you, it will surely be a deeply moving experience.
Letter175R

This is 175R’s third single overall, and their first slow ballad released as a single.
The arrangement was handled by Masahide Sakuma, the renowned producer known for his work with GLAY.
The moving story of “A Letter That Will Never Reach” unfolds thoughts addressed to someone who was once very important in the past, and it evokes a deeply stirring feeling.
A gentle feelingChara

This is the song that was used in the 1997 commercial for Shiseido’s “Tissera J.” Chara’s inimitable, distinctive singing style expresses the feeling of “I love you,” and for some reason the imagery becomes addictive.
It’s a whispery voice, yet there’s a strange quality that makes it feel really cool.
Thanks.DREAMS COME TRUE

This is a moving song that was released as a charity piece for the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake.
Just as the title suggests, it sincerely expresses the desire to send heartfelt thanks, and its straightforward words come across effortlessly, making it a very pleasant song to listen to.
It’s one I want to hear when I want to be honest with myself.



