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Lovely ballad

A tear-jerking, hardcore love ballad by a man

When it comes to classic love songs, ballads are the clear favorites.

There are all kinds of ballads, but this time we’re spotlighting tear-jerking love ballads sung by men.

We’ll introduce many timeless Japanese hits that truly move the heart.

It’s also a playlist you can use as a reference for your karaoke song choices.

A Tear-Jerking Man’s True-Love Ballads (21–30)

THE OVERUVERworld

UVERworld 『THE OVER』
THE OVERUVERworld

The 22nd single, released in August 2012, was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Kuro no Onna Kyōshi” and reached No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

The lyrics convey a strong determination to keep moving forward while confronting one’s own weaknesses and insecurities.

When you stumble at work or struggle with relationships, listening to this song gives you the courage to “surpass yourself.” Its sound—woven from heavy guitar riffs and emotional vocals—stirs the listener’s heart, to the point where tears may almost fall.

It’s a song that stands by those who have experienced setbacks or are facing a wall right now.

At all times.Makihara Noriyuki

[Official] Noriyuki Makihara “No Matter What” (Music Video) [3rd Single] (1991) Noriyuki Makihara/donnatokimo [No. 1]
At all times.Makihara Noriyuki

This is a heartfelt love ballad for men by Noriyuki Makihara, known for its euphoric sound that has won overwhelming support thanks to his distinctive vocal style and deep melodic sense.

It’s renowned as a masterpiece with a chorus so easy to sing along to that it sticks in your ears.

Baby, I love youTEE

A tear-jerking, genuine love ballad from Tee, who has carved out his place with a style that blends a modern sonic sensibility with exquisitely beautiful melodies that exude a timeless presence.

With a refined, luxurious atmosphere, it stands out with the gravitas of a bona fide classic.

HoweverGLAY

A tear-jerking, true-love ballad from GLAY, where the ear-catching, textured chorus and the smooth, soaring vocal approach create an overwhelming sense of style.

With a power that firmly cements its presence as a classic, it lifts your spirits from start to finish.

Wherever you areONE OK ROCK

A tear-jerking rock ballad that sings a vow of eternal love: “No matter where you are, I’ll always be by your side.” One of ONE OK ROCK’s signature songs, included on their 2010 album Niche Syndrome.

It was featured in NTT Docomo’s 2015 commercial “Family,” and ranked No.

1 for songs used at weddings for two consecutive years, 2017 and 2018.

It’s a track you’ll want to hear when you want to reaffirm your bond with someone important, especially if you’re not great at expressing your love straightforwardly.

wild roseOkuda Tamio

Tamio Okuda “Wild Rose” (Official Music Video)
wild roseOkuda Tamio

A heartfelt love ballad by Tamio Okuda, where his deep, textured vocals and emotive lyrics leave a pleasantly lingering impression with impeccable taste.

With its sophisticated sound style, this song is a true classic that perfectly lifts your spirits.

1.15 Million Kilometers of FilmOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – 1,150,000-Kilometer Film [Official Audio]
1.15 Million Kilometers of FilmOfisharu Higedan Dism

This piece sings of the resolve to keep filming one’s journey with a loved one, as if projecting life onto film.

It was included on Official HIGE DANDism’s 2018 album Escaparade.

The unique relationship of the two, likened to a film director and a leading actress, and the jazz-tinged, piano-driven sound paint the story with dramatic color.

In 2020, it was chosen as the theme song for the film Love Me, Love Me Not, and drew attention as a track that delicately captures everyday tremors and emotions.

It’s the perfect song for those who, when troubled by work or relationships, want to reexamine the time they share with someone precious.

The vow to keep filming for as long as life lasts brings tears to your eyes.