Popular Tearjerker Song Rankings [2026]

Graduationbenny blanco, Juice WRLD86rank/position

benny blanco, Juice WRLD – Graduation (Official Music Video)

A moving graduation song that poignantly portrays memories of high school life and personal growth.

This collaboration by benny blanco and Juice WRLD was released in August 2019 and dominated charts around the world.

The music video features many celebrities and depicts the futures of graduating students.

Set to a melody that samples Vitamin C’s classic hit, Juice WRLD’s delicate vocals sing about past friendships, inner struggles, and hope for the future.

Its honest portrayal of adolescent emotions will surely resonate with junior high school students as well.

It’s a song that gives you the courage to take a new step forward.

Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro87rank/position

Motohiro Hata – “Himawari no Yakusoku” Music Video

This song drew a huge response as the theme for the film “STAND BY ME Doraemon.” It’s a classic that captures warm feelings of caring for one another and the hope that, even after parting, you’ll meet again.

Motohiro Hata’s gentle voice deepens the sense of a strong bond with someone dear.

Released as a single in August 2014, it was later included on the album “Ao no Kokei.” The track was also featured in NTT West commercials and on TV programs.

Its straightforward message—that hearts remain connected even when people are apart—makes it a perfect song to send off friends you’ve spent time with or colleagues setting out on a new path.

Why not give it as a gift, with a feeling of gratitude and a wish to give back?

Unchanging ThingsOku Hanako88rank/position

Unchanging Things

This is a piece with a beautiful piano melody, perfect for those summer evenings when you want to sink into a slightly sentimental mood.

Through the lyrics—almost as if a character in a film were speaking directly to you—feelings of nostalgia for irreplaceable days gone by and a deep, unwavering affection for someone precious, unchanged by time, come straight through via Hanako Oku’s clear, translucent voice.

If you’ve ever had those sudden moments when a memory rushes back and your chest tightens, this will really resonate.

The song is included on the single “Garnet,” released in July 2006, and can also be heard on the album “TIME NOTE,” released in March 2007.

It is also known for coloring some of the most moving scenes as an insert song in the feature-length animated film The Girl Who Leapt Through Time.

It’s a work I hope you’ll experience at least once in a summer filled with youthful memories—friendship, first love, and more.

The summer you gave meieiri reo89rank/position

Leo Ieiri - “The Summer You Gave Me” (Full Ver.)

When it comes to summer songs by Leo Ieiri, who is well-known for her ballads, “Kimi ga Kureta Natsu” stands out.

The lyrics, depicting the feelings of a man parting from the one he loves, are sure to resonate with many.

The song is also known as the theme for the 2015 drama “Koinaka.” Listening to it may remind many of the drama’s heartrending story.

In addition, the music video, in which Leo Ieiri sings on a bench at night, deepens the poignant mood.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to on a summer night.

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seems like (just) my imaginationChōchō P90rank/position

[GUMI] Kokoronashi [Original PV] / [papiyon feat. GUMI] Kokoronashi [Original]

A timeless song whose poignant feelings resonate in your ears.

Released in 2014, this track is by Chouchou-P.

GUMI’s gentle vocals shine throughout.

You’ll be moved by the story of a robot “me” who realizes he has a heart through his love for a human girl “you.” It’s a song I hope you’ll listen to when you’re heartbroken and sad, or when you feel lonely.

It might give you a chance to face the emotions deep within your heart.