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AKB48 Tearjerkers, Crying Songs, and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]

We’ll introduce a ranking of AKB48 songs that are the complete opposite of their upbeat dance tracks and cheerful tunes that hype up listeners—these are songs that will naturally bring tears to your eyes.

If you haven’t heard them before, please take this opportunity to give them a listen.

AKB48 Tearjerkers, Crying Songs, and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]

I want to become a cherry blossom tree.AKB488rank/position

[MV full] Let's Become a Cherry Tree / AKB48 [Official]
I want to become a cherry blossom tree.AKB48

Isn’t this a farewell song that can bring tears even to those who aren’t AKB48 fans? I’ve heard many schools sing it at graduation ceremonies.

Using a cherry tree as its motif, the lyrics gently tell those setting off that even if you lose your way, I’ll always be here watching over you.

This kindness speaks to people of every generation.

It’s a landmark farewell song that showcases the skill of lyricist Yasushi Akimoto.

Taki no namida pin ku
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Cherry Blossom BookmarkAKB489rank/position

[MV full] Sakura no Shiori / AKB48 [Official]
Cherry Blossom BookmarkAKB48

It was released in 2010 as AKB48’s 15th major single.

The song features Minami Takahashi and Atsuko Maeda in the center positions and reached number one on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

As a choral piece, it was included in some music textbooks in 2011.

Owing to its lyrics, it is often performed as a graduation song at graduation ceremonies.

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We won’t fightAKB4810rank/position

[MV full] We Won't Fight / AKB48 [Official]
We won't fightAKB48

AKB48’s 40th major single is a track imbued with a powerful message wishing for peace.

The lyrics by Yasushi Akimoto express the importance of avoiding conflict and understanding one another.

The music video, notable for its intense 12-minute action sequence, also drew attention for being directed by the filmmaker behind the Rurouni Kenshin movie series.

Blending a pop melody with strong lyrics, this work is a moving masterpiece that resonates with Gen Z—and one I highly recommend if you’re looking for a song that brings tears to your eyes.

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