A tear-jerking love song that gently stays by your heart
Tears are inseparable from romance.
There are sad tears shed after heartbreak or from the pain of an unrequited love.
There are joyful tears when love comes true or when a wedding is decided and your heart is full of happiness.
In this article, we introduce moving love songs that stay close to all those different kinds of tears tied to romance.
We’ve gathered a variety of tracks—songs that will cry with you through sorrowful love, and songs that will make you savor your happiness so much it brings you to tears.
You’re sure to find a track that stirs your heart.
Listen to these tear-jerking love songs to heal your wounds or to fill yourself with warmth.
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Tear-Jerking Love Songs That Touch the Heart (21–30)
KanadeSukima Suichi
The second single by Sukima Switch, the musical duo of Takuya Ohashi (vocals, guitar) and Shintaro Tokita (piano, chorus).
It’s their biggest hit and a popular karaoke choice.
It’s also a classic that has influenced many areas, with numerous singers covering it.
The lyrics’ storytelling is excellent, and the song builds toward the end, modulating in the final chorus to heighten the sense of poignancy to a tear-jerking peak.
Be sure to pay attention to Ohashi’s expressive delivery and outstanding vocal ability!
Love WindIkuta Rira
This piece was written as the theme song for ABEMA’s romance reality show “Kyo, Suki ni Narimashita: New Zealand Edition.” Created in April 2025 by Lila Ikuta, who is also active as the vocalist of the musical duo YOASOBI, it marks the third time she has provided a theme song for the series.
The song portrays someone hesitantly stepping forward—despite the confusion of falling in love and a timid heart shaped by past wounds—guided by sincere feelings.
Its fresh guitar sound, like the arrival of spring, gently embraces a wavering heart.
With Ikuta’s clear, translucent vocals that resonate deeply, it feels like the perfect number for the beginning of a new romance.
Tear-Jerking Love Songs That Touch the Heart (31–40)
Merry XmasBoA
This is the 15th single by BoA, a pioneering K-POP artist who debuted as a trailblazer and continues to perform on the global stage.
The song was used in a commercial for Toshiba’s “au CDMA 1X WIN W21T.” As the title suggests, its clear, shimmering arrangement evokes Christmas and lingers in your ears.
The straightforward lyrics paint vivid scenes, and many listeners may feel parts of the story overlap with their own experiences.
It’s a Christmas song that brings joyful tears, with a beautiful melody that resonates all the more deeply in the winter season.
HOWEVERGLAY
This is the 12th single by GLAY, a four-member rock band that represents the J-POP scene of the 1990s and continues to be highly active today.
Chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “Ryodatsuai: Abunai Onna” (Stolen Love: Dangerous Woman), it is one of their signature tracks, also known for becoming the band’s first million-selling single.
The lyrics, which evoke the path they’ve walked and a vow for the future, help listeners reaffirm their bonds with loved ones.
Its lyrical melody and arrangement that bring tears to your eyes, along with its straightforward, stirring message, make it a timeless classic.
balladKetsumeishi
Ketsumeishi’s 21st single, which also drew attention for marking their first appearance on the Kouhaku Uta Gassen on New Year’s Eve 2021.
True to its title, “Ballad” is a genuinely earnest ballad for Ketsumeishi.
It’s notable for having very little rap—apparently a first for them.
The wistful melody and the vocals, delivered with a heartfelt, lingering touch, make it a moving masterpiece.
The lyrics, written from a male perspective, recount memories with a lover after their breakup—well worth paying attention to.
Recommended for those who have gone through a painful separation or want to quietly sink into their feelings.
Song of PointillismMrs. GREEN APPLE
Mrs.
GREEN APPLE is known for their bright, pop-leaning songs, but this track—featuring Sonoko Inoue as a guest vocalist—unfolds into a sweeping ballad that portrays a fleeting summer romance.
The lyrics, filled with deep mutual feelings yet foreshadowing an inevitable end, are heartbreakingly beautiful, almost to the point of tightening your chest.
Written as an insert song for the film “Ao-Natsu: Kimi ni Koi Shita 30-Nichi” and included on the single “Ao to Natsu,” released in August 2018, this piece is also a staple duet sung by a man and a woman.
Why not try blending your voices with someone special?
Aomori ElegyHonma Aine
Set against the harsh winter landscape of Aomori, this lyrical piece poignantly sings of a lost love.
The scene-setting that begins at a snow-covered northern station further heightens the feelings for a former lover.
Aine Honma’s vocals, blending traditional folk song and enka, beautifully convey the heartrending story.
Released by King Records in January 2024, this work marks Honma’s first single since transferring to the label.
The music video, filmed in Sotogahama, Aomori Prefecture, has also been a hot topic.
It’s the perfect song for those living away from their hometown or seeking to heal the pain of heartbreak—an intimate track you’ll want to hear on a quiet winter night.