Sad Song Rankings [2026]
Here is this year’s ranking of “sad songs.”
We present the most-listened-to tracks of the year in order of their ranking.
Songs created by overcoming experiences of “sadness,” along with their lyrics, seem to resonate with many listeners.
They will surely be music that people keep listening to for years to come.
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Sad Song Ranking [2026] (91–100)
EncoreYOASOBI91rank/position
YOASOBI’s “Encore” is a song about two people who meet on the day the world is said to end.
Released as a digital single in 2021, it was featured in a Google Pixel commercial.
It has surpassed 100 million streams and even ranked fifth on Billboard’s download chart.
The world ruled by resignation feels profoundly sorrowful, and the lyrics about two people who meet at the end and move toward the world’s end with hope are truly heartrending.
365 daysMr.Children92rank/position
This song from Mr.Children’s 2010 album “SENSE” is one of their most popular wedding tracks, isn’t it? With lyrics about conveying love every day, 365 days a year, even without words, it feels like a wonderful fit for the couple’s new life together—perhaps even more than an overly sweet love song.
Shape of LoveMISIA feat.HIDE93rank/position
There’s no way you wouldn’t be moved to tears by this love song created by MISA and HIDE from GReeeeN.
It became a huge hit as the theme song for the drama “Gibo to Musume no Blues,” and it evokes many forms of love—between lovers, parents and children, friends.
When it’s played at a wedding, it doesn’t just resonate with the bride and groom; everyone ends up thinking of someone precious to them.
MISA’s clear, pure voice makes it all the more moving.
naporiVaundy94rank/position
This song delicately conveys a heartache so intense it makes you want to close your eyes.
Vaundy’s husky vocals gently wrap around both the warmth of time spent with a lover and the fear that it might come to an end.
Included on the May 2020 album “strobo,” it was also featured in a Bourbon commercial.
With over 300 million streams, it clearly resonates with many listeners.
It’s perfect not only for Instagram Stories, but also for those moments when you want to feel your love for someone special.
Mikan HeartC&K95rank/position
C&K, rapidly rising in popularity with their piano and the beautiful vocals of a man and woman.
Their soothing sound and voices will transport you into the world of the song.
It sings about a common unrequited-love experience: trying to step aside for someone you like and fall for someone else, yet finding you can’t forget your first love.
If you’re currently in unrequited love or trying to give up on someone you like, please give it a listen.
It will surely offer hints for your love.