[Touching the Heart] A Collection of Recommended Ballads for Men
When work is tough and mentally exhausting, or when you’re hurting from a breakup, many men probably turn to music for comfort.
At times like these, ballads that stay close to your heart are a perfect fit.
In this article, we’ll introduce ballad songs recommended for men.
We’ve picked out everything from timeless classics known across generations to the latest tracks by rising artists.
If you’re going through something difficult and want to be healed by the power of music, be sure to check them out.
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Beyond the goodbyeMatsushita Kohei
Kohei Matsushita, who is active as both an actor and a singer, has a wide range of talents.
His song “Sayonara no Mukou ni” is perfect for when you’re feeling emotionally worn out.
It’s a love ballad about a man who’s gone through a breakup, portraying in a realistic way how he’s crushed and loses the will to carry on.
But it doesn’t stop there—the song also depicts him getting back on his feet and starting to walk toward the future.
The gentle, jazz-influenced melody that warmly embraces you is another highlight.
If you listen to it when you’re feeling down, it’ll surely give you courage.
Ghost of the SeaYonezu Kenshi
This is the theme song for the film Children of the Sea.
Kenshi Yonezu’s overwhelming vocal power and beautiful voice are soothing.
The song is themed around the ocean and depicts its mysterious nature.
It lets you experience a sense of the extraordinary and frees you from the fatigue of everyday life.
If you want to immerse yourself in a mystical world, be sure to give it a listen.
aloneGosuperāzu
It was released in 2001 as the Gospellers’ 16th single.
It was their first work to make the top 10 on the Oricon chart and became the best-selling single of their career.
With this song, they made their first appearance at the 52nd NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen, and their wonderful harmonies moved many people.
heartbeatFukuyama Masaharu
A poignant yet warm ballad that captivatingly portrays the turmoil of an unexpected love.
The protagonist, who had decided never to fall in love, grapples with confusion and a loneliness hidden behind a brave front, all conveyed through Masaharu Fukuyama’s richly emotive vocals.
Included on his original album “AKIRA,” released in December 2020—his first in six years and eight months—the song was chosen as the theme for the drama “#Remolove: Normal Love Is for the Weak.” Its delicate melody reflects the nuances of the protagonist’s emotions, making it a deeply satisfying listen.
Try listening while thinking of someone special.
TRUE LOVEFujii Fumiya
This is Fumiya Fujii’s first release after The Checkers disbanded—his memorable solo debut single.
It was also used as the theme song for the hit drama Asunaro Hakusho, and I remember hearing it many times at weddings back then.
He himself has said he performed it at a wedding as well.
Broken RadioTokunaga Hideaki
It was released in 1990 as Hideaki Tokunaga’s 10th single.
The song, written and composed by Tokunaga himself, was used as the theme for the TBS drama “Tokai no Mori” (Urban Forest).
It was re-released in 2003 and performed at the 57th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen in 2006 and the 60th in 2009, making it one of Tokunaga’s signature songs.
I won’t fall in love anymore.Makihara Noriyuki
This song portrays the weakness of a man who can’t get over a lost love.
A classic ballad by Noriyuki Makihara, it’s truly one of the quintessential heartbreak songs.
It etches both nostalgia and poignancy into your heart.
Makihara’s gentle voice soothes you, while the relatable lyrics stand out.