Crying-Your-Eyes-Out Song Rankings [2026]
Here is the ranking of the “tearjerker songs” that were popular this year.
There were quite a few songs that made us cry this year, too.
These are the tearjerker songs that resonated with many people precisely because they understand pain.
We’ll introduce the most-listened-to tracks of the year in ranking order.
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Crying Song Rankings [2026] (11–20)
Song of PointillismMrs. GREEN APPLE15rank/position
A gem of a duet song that delicately weaves together the tenderness of first love and the poignancy of parting.
Released in 2018 as an insert song for the film “Blue Summer: 30 Days of You and Me,” this piece blends the voices of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE and Sonoko Inoue, leaving a fleeting yet warm afterglow.
The lyrics are striking in the way they carefully portray, from both male and female perspectives, the joy of meeting, the foreboding of farewell, and feelings too deep for words.
It’s a heartwarming track that resonates with anyone who has experienced a farewell with someone dear or wants to cherish irreplaceable memories.
366 daysHY16rank/position
“366 Days,” which was chosen as the theme song for both the drama and film adaptations of Akai Ito—based on a mobile phone novel—is performed by HY, a mixed-genre band from Okinawa.
The track appears on their 2008 album HeartY.
Its lyrics, which portray a heartrending love that perfectly matches the story’s themes, stand out; the universally relatable message—‘Even after a breakup, I can’t stop thinking about you’—resonates deeply.
Set against a jazzy arrangement, Izumi Nakasone’s soulful vocals convey powerful emotion.
Lend an ear to this grand ballad that accompanies every kind of love-related heartache.
budKobukuro17rank/position
A heartfelt song that conveys deep feelings for one’s mother.
Chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “Tokyo Tower: Mom and Me, and Sometimes Dad,” it was released in March 2007 as Kobukuro’s 14th single.
Warm acoustic guitar and strings intertwine with the gentle vocals of Kentaro Kobuchi and Shunsuke Kuroda, tenderly enveloping listeners’ hearts.
The lyrics, depicting a protagonist who overcomes the loss of his mother and walks toward his dreams, resonated with many and won the 49th Japan Record Award.
It’s a heartwarming ballad to listen to when you want to reaffirm your feelings for someone precious.
horizonback number18rank/position
This song is marked by a warm, heart-touching melody.
Produced by back number in August 2020, it was created as a support anthem for high school students following the cancellation of the Inter-High School Championships.
The lyrics, which empathize with those who have chased their dreams since childhood, gently portray the sorrow of facing setbacks and hardships, as well as the strength to keep looking forward.
Delicately expressing the feelings of people who must part with their past selves or loved ones, or who are forced to give up their dreams, this work has a charm that evokes new emotions with every listen.
It’s a perfect song for times when you’re hurting, when you feel on the verge of breaking, or when you need someone to understand.
To the futureKiroro19rank/position
It’s a famous song by Kiroro that’s often sung in music classes and at choral competitions, and it’s also known as a graduation song.
The warm, hope-filled lyrics about slowly moving toward the future make it perfect for weddings, too.
Its beautiful melody and refreshing vocals are a song that truly touches the heart.
Close your eyesHirai Ken20rank/position
This is a song that resonates with the aching feeling of holding on forever to the memory of a beloved person you’ve lost.
It’s the 20th single by singer-songwriter Ken Hirai, known for his unique musical world, released in 2004 and written as the theme song for the film “Crying Out Love, in the Center of the World.” It topped the year-end Oricon singles chart and became a massive hit, with total shipments exceeding one million copies.
It’s a ballad overflowing with the sorrow of only being able to meet that person in memories—when closing your eyes brings their smile to mind.
If you’ve experienced parting from someone dear, or if you want to quietly reflect on the past, please give it a listen.
Crying Song Rankings [2026] (21–30)
together; along with; bothWANIMA21rank/position
A signature song by the three-piece punk rock band WANIMA, it’s a number that can energize anyone.
It’s included on their indie release “JUICE UP!!”.
After being featured in a Kao NIVEA commercial, it became widely known and was even performed on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen! Its message—never give up no matter how tough things get—resonates with all generations.
Perfect for a school festival: cover it with a band or have the whole class sing it—either way, it’s a song everyone can get excited about!
