Beautiful tear-jerking songs / songs that make you cry your eyes out

Tear-jerking songs I want to sing at karaoke

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
Composition nerdmutō
Started performing in bands in junior high school. Influenced by Japanese rock and UK rock, spent over 10 years continuing band activities while creating original songs. Later began producing Vocaloid tracks using Hatsune Miku, with total plays of released songs surpassing 10,000. Has five years of experience writing for music magazines. Currently works as a music writer, director, and composer, keeping a ground-level perspective on the scene by attending live shows across Japan. Now performs at live houses in Tokyo, showcasing guitar playing centered on acoustic guitar and informed by knowledge of chord analysis and guitar scales. Also writes leveraging a broad knowledge of music genres.

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!

Tear-jerking songs I want to sing at karaoke (111–120)

Possibility of a duet with Daichi MiuraBoA

BoA / Possibility duet with Daichi Miura

Possibility of a duet with Daichi MiuraBoA

It’s a duet with Daichi Miura included on her seventh album, IDENTITY, released in 2010.

It’s a heartrending love song about a relationship that’s falling apart and nearing its end.

The music video is tear-jerking as well.

It’s such a masterpiece that it’s surprising it was never released as a single.

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Farewell, my beloved dangersJUN SKY WALKER(S)

JUN SKY WALKER(S) / Farewell, My Beloved Dangers (1995)

Farewell, my beloved dangersJUN SKY WALKER(S)

A song that somehow feels bittersweet and captures the transience of youth.

Released in April 1995, this JUN SKY WALKER(S) track was also used in a commercial for TDK’s “NewAD” cassette.

Its lyrics—depicting youthful mistakes, growth, and a break with the past—really resonate.

Included on the album “nine,” the piece is highly regarded as a work that symbolizes the band’s matured musicality.

It’s perfect for those times when you want to belt it out at karaoke and have a good cry.

Sing it with feeling, and you’ll surely feel refreshed.

It’s also a great pick to sing when you’re out with friends.

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PerfumeEito

Perfume / Eito (Official Music Video)

PerfumeEito

It was released in 2019, but it went hugely viral on TikTok in 2020 and then became a massive hit on YouTube and TV.

The story—where running into a former lover and catching the scent of their perfume triggers lingering feelings and vivid memories—is sure to resonate and tug at your heart.

The acoustic guitar accompaniment and pure vocals are simple, but the chorus melody is highly distinctive; once you hear it, it sticks in your head and you can’t help but hum along.

It’s the kind of song everyone can sing together at karaoke.

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Julietanzenchitai

Juliet

Julietanzenchitai

Released in 1987.

At the time, 8 cm singles were still the norm, but this song also drew attention for being released on a 12 cm CD.

It’s the 16th single by Anzen Chitai.

The lyrics reflect on a love that came too early—deeply moving and tear-jerking.

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Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi

Like the Moon Tonight / Elephant Kashimashi

Like tonight's moonElefanto Kashimashi

Elephant Kashimashi’s song, which depicts lost love and a longing for hope, was released in July 1997 and was created as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Because the Moon Shines at Night.” Hiroji Miyamoto’s husky voice perfectly matches the night sky and moonlit scenery.

The track became the band’s first to break into the top 10 of the Oricon charts, greatly boosting their recognition.

Set on a summer night, its universal themes are relatable to everyone.

It’s recommended for those who want to sing their hearts out and shed tears at karaoke as a way to refresh and relieve stress.

Why not add it to your playlist as a cathartic, tear-jerking song that leaves your heart feeling clear?

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