[Tears Guaranteed] Heartwarming songs I especially want men to hear
When you hear the phrase “a moving song,” what comes to mind?
Stirring lyrics, overwhelming vocal power, a grand sense of world-building—how we’re moved can differ from person to person.
This time, we’ve put together a selection of such emotionally impactful songs.
From universally known hits to lesser-known hidden gems, we’ve picked a wide range, so you might just discover something new.
The musical styles are all over the map, too, so take this opportunity to explore genres you don’t usually listen to!
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[Guaranteed to Make You Cry] Heartwarming Songs Especially Men Should Listen To (21–30)
I like you.Shimizu Shota
An inspiring masterpiece by Shota Shimizu, an artist widely acclaimed even overseas for his overwhelming musical sensibility and the striking worlds of his songs.
It’s a ballad that directly conveys the renewed realization of a partner’s importance after a quarrel.
Baby, I love youTEE
A smash hit by TEE, an artist whose delicate vocals and unparalleled singing ability have won support across generations.
It’s an inspiring song that sets straightforward feelings for a loved one to an upbeat melody.
[Tissues Ready] Tearjerkers Men Especially Should Hear: Recommended Moving Songs (31–40)
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A massively popular hit song by the artist back number, known for their powerfully husky voice and songs that portray heartrending love—so captivating you can’t help but listen.
It’s an emotional number overflowing with feelings for a lover and has become a karaoke staple.
Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu
A love song woven by Masaharu Fukuyama, a gem of a ballad overflowing with warm affection.
Its gentle melody tenderly embraces the precious feelings you share, harmonizing beautifully with heartwarming lyrics that focus on marriage and family bonds.
It carefully portrays gratitude toward one’s partner and hope for a future walked together, making it a timeless masterpiece that resonates deeply with listeners.
Released in August 2011, the song was featured in the commercial for Recruit’s wedding magazine Zexy and reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It has continued to be cherished at many weddings ever since.
This is a song that stays close to the heart—one to listen to when you want to feel the bond with someone special or when you’re about to take a new step in life.
KanadeSukima Suichi
An artist whose beautiful singing voice naturally draws people in and whose powerful, message-driven lyrics have earned widespread popularity—having even provided a theme song for a hugely popular anime—Sukima Switch delivers a moving song.
It’s a masterpiece that expresses the resolve to protect the one you love.
Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa
A major hit song by Road of Major, an artist beloved across generations for their fast-paced sound and uplifting rhythms that encourage listeners.
The lyrics, which express a determination to pursue one’s dreams together with friends, have moved many people.
Today -A Heart Full of Love-Miyamoto Hiroji
Hiroji Miyamoto’s “Today – Full of Love -” will be released as a double A-side single in June 2025.
It has been chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama Hitomi in HR.
It’s a pop piece grounded in rock, highlighted by Miyamoto’s warm, resonant vocals.
The lyrics use unadorned words to convey the universal theme of love.
It’s a song that stands beside people who are giving their all in everyday life and gives them strength.