[2026] A collection of heart-wrenching BGM that makes your chest tighten
When you hear “melancholic BGM,” what comes to mind?
For generations older than Millennials, it probably evokes background music that simply tightens the chest with emotion.
But for Gen Z, in addition to that image, they might also picture melancholic BGM with a cute, endearing quality.
In fact, on TikTok and YouTube Shorts, you often see videos that pair deadpan, absurd mishaps with melancholic background music.
This time, we’ve selected melancholic BGM for a wide range of situations—from the kind you’d hear on social media to the kind that simply tugs at your heartstrings.
Be sure to check them out.
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- A bittersweet song that trended on TikTok. A heart-wrenching ‘setsuna’ song.
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- [Sad BGM] Music You Want to Listen to When You Feel Like Crying
- [For Work] Compilation of Tear-Jerking BGM Videos [Covers, etc.]
- The nostalgic atmosphere tugs at your heartstrings. Tear-jerker songs from the Showa era.
- [Music Funeral] BGM to Remember the Deceased | Spotlight on Requiems and Dirges Praying for Peace
- Emotional songs from the Heisei era. Nostalgic tracks that really hit you.
- Colorful coming-of-age songs perfect for autumn listening
- [Classic and Contemporary Hits] Emotionally Stirring, Heart-Touching Songs
[2026] Heart-twisting, heartrending BGM | Compilation (71–80)
A dream from somedayKouya Takashi
This BGM, “Itsuka no Yume” (“Someday’s Dream”), evokes a pastoral natural landscape.
Composed by Takashi Kakuya, it has been released as free BGM.
Built around the warm tones of acoustic guitar and beautiful strings, it features a catchy, pop-like melody.
The piece conjures images of vast grasslands and clear skies, making it soothing for those dealing with stress or anxiety.
It’s a calm yet nostalgically charming BGM video.
Why not listen to it alongside your fond memories?
A little bittersweet, sometimes sad background music for working
When you want to take your time and soak in nostalgic memories of the past, listen to “A Slightly Bittersweet, Sometimes Sad BGM for Work.” It’s an omnibus-style video composed of piano-centered pieces.
Beautiful, fleeting melodies resonate, evoking cherished memories and the fond days of childhood.
Let these tracks soothe you as they capture both the beauty of memories and the poignant ache of knowing you can’t return to those days.
Though wordless, this BGM video overflows with the expressive charm of the piano, revealing many shades of emotion.