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Popular Depressive Songs Ranking [2026]
We’re excited to introduce the top 100 monthly “yami songs” ranked by number of plays from the popular rankings! Sometimes relationships with friends or at work just don’t go well, or you hit a slump in studying or your job, and your mood just sinks and you don’t know what to do.
At times like that, put on some yami songs (crank it up—within reason so you don’t bother the neighbors) and fully dive into that emo feeling.
You might be surprised how refreshed you feel afterward.
This is the latest popularity ranking, so be sure to check it out! The playlist is updated every week!
Popular Depressing Song Rankings [2026] (1–10)
Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi1rank/position
When it comes to junior high schoolers, many are probably excited or troubled about romance, right? Falling for someone brings lots of fun, but there are times when you suddenly feel sad or scared and your mood drops.
A sentimental love song that perfectly matches those feelings is Kenshi Yonezu’s “Eine Kleine.” Even though thinking about someone you like should make you happy, it’s easy to slip into negative thoughts—that happens to everyone.
It’s a sad yet deeply moving love song about wishing for that person’s happiness, even if it means sacrificing your own feelings.
Cute Girlfriendsyudou2rank/position
“Cute Girlfriend” is a song that pierces deep into the emotions.
In syudou’s work, the lyrics are marked by a sense of heartache and darkness, embracing those who are dealing with heartbreak and painful feelings and giving voice to what lies within their hearts.
Its maddeningly single-minded love for a partner rides on a rhythmic yet subtly unsettling melody, resonating deeply with listeners.
syudou’s vocals carry a uniquely poignant and beautiful allure found nowhere else, making this a track you’ll want to hear especially in tough times.
By laying bare its emotions, this song may ease the hearts of those who carry similar pain.
Hated by life.Kanzaki Iori3rank/position
When standing on the brink of profound agony, any words can be a source of encouragement.
Kanzaki Iori’s “Hated by Life Itself” is a song that stays close to you in exactly such moments.
Its weighty piano melody and plaintive strings are gentle on the ears yet resonate powerfully with the heart.
Like a single beam of light piercing the dark night, the lyrics stir the listener’s emotions and instill the courage to rise again.
With a wealth of cover versions available on YouTube, this song is one I’d recommend to anyone searching for a reason to keep living.
NonfictionHirai Ken4rank/position
This is a song I highly recommend when you run into a wall at work or in relationships.
Ken Hirai’s 2017 release “Nonfiction” was written as the theme song for the drama “A Small Giant.” Not only does it tie in with the drama’s story, it’s also a number imbued with Hirai’s feelings for a friend who died by suicide.
For those who can’t find answers no matter how much they think, who are lost and struggling, it will likely pierce the heart.
I also recommend it as a motivational song to listen to when you’re lost in life or facing difficulties.
Colorless Self-Harmnekobōro5rank/position
When you’re feeling troubled, listen to this song.
You’ll be drawn into its world! It’s a beautiful track that conjures a transparent hue in your mind—just as the title suggests.
The lyrics, which portray the feelings of a protagonist consumed by self-loathing, are the very essence of a dark, melancholic song.
a May flyRADWIMPS6rank/position
The lyrics filled with aggressive words leave a strong impression.
It’s a song by the rock band RADWIMPS, who have produced numerous hits like “Zenzenzense” and “Yushinron,” released in 2013 as their 16th single.
The edgy band sound is incredibly cool! However, as mentioned above, the lyrical content is just that—brimming with RADWIMPS’ signature style and Yojiro Noda’s distinctive touch.
If someone’s done something nasty to you, listening to it might feel refreshingly cathartic.
Your Dissection Pure Love Song ~Die~aimyon7rank/position
This is a shocking song where intense madness and love intertwine.
Released exclusively at Tower Records in March 2015 as Aimyon’s debut single, it left a major impact on the indie scene.
While the melody gives a pop impression, the lyrics darkly portray obsession and possessiveness toward a loved one, and that uncanny contrast pierces the listener’s heart.
The gap between the pop sound and the provocative lyrics masterfully depicts the obsession and destructive desires that can accompany romantic feelings.
It’s a recommended track for those who want to let out powerful emotions or express complex romantic feelings at karaoke.