[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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[Moves the heart] A collection of recommended ballads for men (131–140)
A late breakfast on a gentle afternoonHata Motohiro
A gently rendered masterpiece that captures the small joys of everyday life and the possibility of self-renewal.
The soft afternoon light and the image of the protagonist lingering over a late breakfast leave a lasting impression.
The feeling of shedding one’s former self and taking a new step forward comes through in Motohiro Hata’s warm vocals.
This track was included as the B-side to his debut single, “Synchro.” It’s the perfect song for a quiet afternoon, when you want to face yourself.
Its tender lyrics and gentle melody are sure to wrap your heart in warmth.
Prayer FlowerHirai Dai
A warm and gentle song that tenderly embraces gratitude and prayers for a loved one.
This piece is included on Dai Hirai’s debut mini-album “ALOHA,” released in October 2011 during his indie days.
Its soothing sound—woven from acoustic tones and Hawaiian flavors—gently wraps around the sorrow and loneliness in your heart.
It’s the perfect track for those who want to lighten the mood at karaoke or convey their feelings to someone special.
SymphonyHirai Dai
Characterized by warm, heartfelt vocals and a grand orchestral arrangement, this gem of a love ballad gives voice to the universal longing for a hero and the resolve to protect the ones we cherish.
Infused with Dai Hirai’s perspective as a father, it carries a powerful message brimming with hope and love for the future.
Released in April 2023 as the theme song for the film TOKYO MER: Mobile Emergency Room – The Movie, it marked Hirai’s first theme for a live-action film.
The song is also included on his best-of album LOVE＋PEACE, released in May of the same year.
This track is perfect for new beginnings with someone special, pivotal moments in life, or any time you need the courage to face forward.
Wrapped in its warm vocals, it’s sure to help you take that first step toward tomorrow.
Tears are about to fall.[Alexandros]
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This song, with its moving, emotional guitar sound, is by the four-piece rock band [Alexandros].
It was released in January 2013 as their sixth single.
The lyrics, which express straightforward feelings toward someone you love, are wonderful.
It conjures an image of a blue sky spreading out overhead.
Among [Alexandros]’s songs, this one stands out as a gem of a ballad.
Eternal, unchanging loveOda Tetsurō
This song is one of Tetsurō Oda’s signature works, expressing a fresh, youthful feeling of love.
He has also been hugely successful as a hit-making songwriter for others, including DEEN’s “Konomama Kimi Dake o Ubaisaritai,” ZARD’s “Makenaide” and “Yureru Omoi,” and WANDS & Miho Nakayama’s “Sekai Chū no Dare Yori Kitto.” The many songs he turns out are timeless, unfading masterpieces.
The Last RainYasushi Nakanishi
An ultimate, heart-stirring ballad that vividly portrays a farewell in a rain-soaked city.
Yasushi Nakanishi’s clear, gentle vocals beautifully express the pain of heartbreak and lingering attachment.
This song dramatically captures complex emotions like the fear of losing someone you love and possessiveness.
Released in August 1992, it was used as the theme song for Nippon TV’s “Hitachi Ashita P-KAN Kibun!” Its popularity steadily grew, ultimately becoming a major hit with total sales of about 900,000 copies by 1998.
It has been covered by numerous artists, including Kumi Koda and EXILE ATSUSHI.
For anyone who has experienced heartbreak, it’s a timeless ballad that resonates deeply and begs to be sung along to at least once.
SakuraŌhashi Torio
Sung by Ohashi Trio, this song delicately weaves the subtleties of the heart, pairing the fragility of cherry blossoms with the themes of parting from a loved one and embarking on a new journey.
The resolve to set out while cherishing someone and wishing for their happiness resonates deeply through the gentle vocals and melody.
Included on the album “plugged,” it was released in March 2013 and was also used as the commercial song for House Wellness Foods’ C1000.
It is a warm, gem-like heartbreak song that comforts those who recall bittersweet memories of love in cherry blossom season or who have experienced a farewell with someone dear.