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 you’ll want to sing at karaoke (41–50)

I wish you were hereLEGO BIG MORL

LEGO BIG MORL “I Wish You Were Here” Music Video

I wish you were hereLEGO BIG MORL

LEGO BIG MORL is a three-piece band formed in 2006.

Hailing from Osaka, their unadorned, raw melodies balanced with the backing sound are seriously cool.

This track is included on their 2017 album “Shinzō no Ibasho” (Where the Heart Is).

If you express the strength of the melody and the bittersweet lyrics while overlaying them with your own heartbreak, it feels like you could sing an absolutely tear-jerking karaoke performance.

Although it sounds like it has a wide vocal range, it’s actually not that broad, so if you’re interested in this song, give it a try.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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Unrequited loveAimer

Aimer “Catouomoi” MUSIC VIDEO

Unrequited loveAimer

Aimer has a distinctive singing voice that captivates listeners.

No matter the song, her voice draws you in—and makes your heart ache.

That bittersweetness is a perfect match for Kataomoi.

The poignancy of her voice resonates with the poignancy of the lyrics.

If you have feelings you want to convey to someone, this song will surely touch your heart; at karaoke, some people might even be moved to tears.

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nape (of the neck)aiko

aiko - “Eriashi” music video

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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.

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Tearful KissSazan Ōrusutāzu

Tearful Kiss

Tearful KissSazan Ōrusutāzu

A heartbreaking farewell song with a constricting, bittersweet melody and Keisuke Kuwata’s wistful vocals that pierce the heart.

You can keenly feel the protagonist’s helpless emotions as they sense an impending breakup yet can’t let go of their lingering attachment.

The lyrics, written entirely in Japanese with great care, are filled with straightforward words that resonate deeply—so much so that if you’ve just had your heart broken, you may not be able to listen without tears.

Released as a single in July 1992, it’s also famous as the theme song for the drama “I’ve Always Loved You,” which became a social phenomenon.

It became Southern All Stars’ first million-selling record and continues to be loved by many to this day.

It’s a masterpiece that offers healing—belt it out at karaoke with all your emotions, and it feels like the tears will wash away the sadness along with them.

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catDISH//

DISH// – Cat [Official Live Video 2019]

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This song, performed by DISH// with Takumi Kitamura—who is also active as an actor—on vocals, was originally released in 2017.

However, it drew renewed attention in 2020 after being featured on the YouTube channel THE FIRST TAKE.

Written and composed by Aimyon, the song uses familiar words to depict scenes and emotions, yet it feels incredibly beautiful and deeply relatable.

The chorus is especially satisfying to sing, so I really hope you give this moving song a try.

It’s also great for women to challenge by raising the key!

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