[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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[Heart-Touching] Recommended Ballads for Men (41–50)
I can’t say it.Gō Hiromi
It was released in 1994 as Hiromi Go’s 66th single.
The song was used as the theme for the TBS drama “Omiai no Tatsujin” and as the ending theme for Fuji TV’s “Kamioka Ryūtarō ni wa Damasarenai zo!”, and became a long-running hit, selling over 350,000 copies.
At the 27th Japan Cable Awards, it received the Excellence Award for Cable Music.
[Heart-Touching] Recommended Ballads for Men (51–60)
I want to take only you away just like this.DEEN
It was released in 1993 as DEEN’s debut single.
The song was used in an NTT DoCoMo commercial, and despite being their debut, it became their best-selling single.
The lyrics were written by Sho Uesugi of WANDS, and the music was composed by Tetsuro Oda; both later released self-covers.
It is a celebrated ballad that remains very popular for karaoke.
Lovers AgainEXILE
It was EXILE’s 22nd single, released in 2007.
It was used as the CM song for KDDI’s “au × EXILE Chapter 2” campaign.
The lyrics, which depict a man’s lingering regret after letting go of his own love, make it a very heartrending song.
It’s a masterpiece where a man’s sadness resonates with the cold of winter.
HANABIMr.Children
One of Mr.Children’s signature songs, in which poignant yet beautiful scenes unfold in your heart.
It’s a masterful ballad that sets the inner conflicts of everyday life, self-questioning, an undying sense of hope, and deep feelings for someone precious to a delicate yet powerful melody.
Released in September 2008 as their 33rd single, it was widely loved as the theme song for Fuji TV’s drama “Code Blue: Doctor Heli Kinkyū Kyūmei” and topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart for two consecutive weeks.
With its mid-tempo ballad style that makes it easy to sing with emotion, if you practice and perform it naturally, it’s sure to resonate deeply with listeners and showcase a new side of you!
I want to see you.yuzu
Released in 2009 as Yuzu’s 27th single.
It was used as the theme song for the NHK drama “Ghost Friends,” and the lyrics express Kitagawa’s feelings for his father, who passed away in 2008.
You can really feel the longing to meet again, and the importance of continuing to think of someone even if you can no longer see them.
Dream FireworksNovelbright
Novelbright, who rose to the top as the breakout artist of 2020, released “Yume Hanabi” that year—a poignant love ballad.
The first half paints memories and the things he loves about that special person, while the latter half conveys unwavering love for someone precious who is no longer by his side.
The straightforward devotion of a man who continues to love only one person is deeply relatable, especially for men experiencing unrequited love or those who can’t forget someone after a breakup.
It’s a beautifully moving, highly recommended ballad.
homeKiyama Yusaku
It was released in 2008 as Yusaku Kiyama’s debut single.
The song was issued as the 20th installment of Nippon TV’s “Uta Sta!!” major debut project, and it reached No.
7 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Sung from a father’s perspective, it expresses deep love for his family and children, and its heartfelt vocals moved many listeners.