Crying-Your-Eyes-Out Song Rankings [2026]

I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu57rank/position

Spitz / I Should Be Able to Fly in the Sky

Spitz is a rock band loved across generations for their friendly melodies and the one-of-a-kind lyrics penned by Masamune Kusano.

“Sora mo Toberu Hazu” (I Should Be Able to Fly) is their eighth single, released in 1994.

Although it didn’t attract much attention at first, it returned to the spotlight when it was chosen as the theme song for the 1996 Fuji TV drama Hakusen Nagashi, reaching No.

1 on the Oricon singles chart and becoming a million-selling hit.

Thanks to its association with a school drama, it’s also popular as a graduation song.

It’s a great recommendation as BGM for exhibits and food stalls at school festivals.

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365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB4858rank/position

Paper Airplane of 365 Days – AKB48 (Full)

It became a massive cross-generational hit after being chosen as the theme song for NHK’s morning drama series “Asa ga Kita.” It’s quite rare for an idol group’s song to be used as a morning drama theme just as it is, isn’t it? The lyrics—“Life is like a paper airplane; it rises and falls, but keeps on flying”—are like a pep talk that resonates with listeners, which may be one reason for its popularity.

It could be fun for a usually boisterous group of friends to surprise everyone by performing a serious chorus.

You could also ask someone experienced in sign language to create choreography and “sing in sign language” as one of your acts.

It’s a recommended song when you want to add variety and pacing to a school culture festival.

One more time, One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi59rank/position

Masayoshi Yamazaki – “One more time, One more chance” MUSIC VIDEO [4K Quality]

This is the fourth single by Masayoshi Yamazaki, a singer-songwriter from Yamaguchi Prefecture, chosen as the theme song for his first starring film, “Tsuki to Kyabetsu” (The Moon and a Cabbage).

The lyrics, said to reflect his feelings before his major-label debut, vividly evoke scenes where things don’t go as one hopes.

The words, which sing of feelings for a precious person who is no longer by one’s side, are likely to move many listeners to tears in empathy.

It’s a song whose distinctive voice and delicate acoustic sound resonate deeply, continuing to be sung across changing times.

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Hoshino Takashi

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White LoversKuwata Keisuke60rank/position

Keisuke Kuwata – Shiroi Koibitotachi (Full ver.)

It is a lyrical ballad that depicts the bittersweet feelings of love in winter.

Released in October 2001, it is a work by Keisuke Kuwata themed around the winter season.

Rather than simply mourning a love that has passed, it also carries a sense of celebrating the memories of love, portraying warm emotions alongside scenes of a city blanketed in falling snow.

It was used as the theme song for Coca-Cola’s “No Reason” campaign commercial, and later featured in UNIQLO’s “LifeWear” commercial, earning affection from a wide audience.

It is a heartwarming song to listen to when you want to heal a heart hurt by love or reflect on cherished memories.

May it be filled with kindnessJUJU61rank/position

JUJU 'So That It Overflows with Kindness'

This is a heartwarming ballad that gently embraces deep love and gratitude for someone precious.

Even as everyday life changes in the blink of an eye and we feel on the verge of losing sight of what truly matters, the presence of a loved one reminds us of life’s meaning and joy.

The song portrays the beauty of unconditional love and mutual support, conveyed through a voice that resonates with the heart.

Released in February 2009 as JUJU’s ninth single, it became her first to enter the Oricon Weekly Top 10 and was also featured in a collaborative commercial by MTV Japan and Nissan.

Included on the album “What’s Love?”, it has garnered wide support, including numerous cover versions by various artists.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when your feelings for someone special overflow or when you want to express your gratitude.

Let the warm vocals fill your heart with kindness.

Ghost RuleDECO*2762rank/position

DECO*27 – Ghost Rule feat. Hatsune Miku

This is one of the signature songs by Vocaloid producer DECO*27, powerfully voicing bittersweet emotions.

The protagonist’s struggle with self-denial and inner conflict is conveyed through an arrangement that blends hard rock sounds with scratching.

This piece stands by those who grapple with their own existence; if you’re feeling low in self-esteem, listening to it might give you courage.

It’s also a recommended, easy-to-sing choice for karaoke with fellow Vocaloid fans.

me me sheRADWIMPS63rank/position

RADWIMPS – me me she [Official Music Video]

RADWIMPS is a rock band formed in 2001.

One of their early masterpieces that enjoys passionate support from fans is “me me she.” Sung from a man’s perspective, it portrays the sorrow of heartbreak and the lingering feelings of love even after a breakup.

The lyrics, which depict love in an incredibly straightforward and pure way, make a strong impact—you won’t forget them once you hear them.

By the way, the title is read “memeshii,” a play on the Japanese word meaning “effeminate” or “pathetically sentimental.”

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