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!

Tearjerker songs I want to sing at karaoke (121–130)

Miss YouImai Miki

Miki Imai - PRIDE (Live at Cadogan Hall, London, 2016)

Miss YouImai Miki

Released in 1994.

The theme song for the drama “Forbidden Fruit,” starring Misako Tanaka, which drew attention for its portrayal of a forbidden love with her younger brother.

The heartbreaking song matched the shocking content of the drama perfectly.

It’s a tear-inducing classic.

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There will be love there -A Place with Love-the brilliant green

At That Speed by the brilliant green

There will be love there -A Place with Love-the brilliant green

It’s the theme song for the 1998 TBS drama “Love Again.” Tomoko Kawase’s laid-back vocals pair perfectly with the distinctive alternative rock guitar sound, making it a truly pleasant listen.

The lyrics are wonderful—they make me feel like I could cry as I see myself in the figure who seeks strength even while in the darkness.

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LetterSHE’S

SHE’S – Letter【MV】

LetterSHE’S

This song became a hot topic after it was used in a commercial for the popular Nintendo Switch game Animal Crossing: New Horizons.

The gentle, laid-back accompaniment paired with the clear, high-toned vocals is truly striking.

Above all, the lyrics are fantastic—surely everyone can relate to them in some way.

You’ll probably find yourself tearing up as you think about the important people around you.

It might be a bit challenging for men with an average vocal range, but if you can hit the notes, I definitely recommend giving it a try!

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In conclusion

We’ve introduced plenty of tear-jerking songs that are perfect for karaoke.

Not only is it great to sing your heart out and feel refreshed, but letting the tears flow with a moving song is highly recommended too! From bittersweet tracks to truly touching numbers, we’ve carefully selected tear-jerkers—be sure to try singing them at karaoke!