Top Cry-Inducing Western Songs Ranking [2026]

When You’re GoneAvril Lavigne43rank/position

Avril Lavigne – When You’re Gone (Official Video)

It powerfully sings of the unbearable loneliness after a loved one leaves and the growing heartache when you see the clothes left behind in the room.

This is a signature ballad by Canadian singer-songwriter Avril Lavigne.

Included on her 2007 album “The Best Damn Thing,” it begins with a piano melody and gradually builds as strings layer in, creating a sweeping progression that brings tears to your eyes.

In Japan, it drew attention as the song used in Toyota’s Alphard commercial, and overseas it was featured on MTV’s “The Hills.” With over 500 million views on YouTube, this track is one to listen to when you’re grieving a breakup or on nights when you want to let all your emotions out.

Her straightforward vocals truly resonate with the heart.

Wish You Were HereAvril Lavigne44rank/position

Avril Lavigne – Wish You Were Here (Official Video)

Is there any other song that so candidly sings about the loneliness of being without someone you love? It’s a track by Canadian singer-songwriter Avril Lavigne.

She breaks out of her tough shell to lay bare the earnest feelings of longing for someone far away.

Released as a single in September 2011, it appears on the album Goodbye Lullaby, which portrays a more personal world.

The music video drew attention for scenes of her setting a red flower on fire and singing through real tears.

Just watching those raw expressions is enough to stir your emotions and bring you to tears.

We all have times when we put on a brave face but deep down just want to cry and reach out for someone, don’t we? For nights like those, this song might be just what you need.

ClocksColdplay45rank/position

Coldplay – Clocks (Official Video)

A track that sings about the importance of time in building a strong romantic relationship.

It was released in 2003 by the British rock band Coldplay and became a hit around the world.

It has been used in many forms of media, including the end credits of the film Confidence.

All The Things She Saidt.A.T.u.46rank/position

t.A.T.u. – All The Things She Said (Official Music Video)

A track released in 2002 by the Russian duo t.A.T.u.

The Russian version is titled “Ya Soshla S Uma,” which means “I’ve Lost My Mind.” It is a track that reached No.

1 on charts around the world.

A Thousand MilesVanessa Carlton47rank/position

Vanessa Carlton – A Thousand Miles

Just listening to the dramatic sound brings me to tears.

It’s a song by Vanessa Carlton, an American singer-songwriter who is also known as a pianist.

It was included on the 2001 album “Legally Blonde.” The song expresses a heartfelt longing to see the one you love.

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So SickNe-Yo48rank/position

Ne-Yo – So Sick [Official Video]

This song expresses a man’s lingering feelings for his ex-girlfriend that he can’t forget.

Winter can make you feel a little down, right? I think it’s a great track to play as background music while spacing out at times like that.

It’s the kind of song you somehow feel like listening to when winter comes.

Big Girls Don’t CryFergie49rank/position

Fergie – Big Girls Don’t Cry (Personal) (Official Music Video)

How about a bittersweet love song that captures the misalignment of feelings with a partner and those helpless emotions? It’s a track by the American songwriter Fergie, released as a single in 2007.

Her clear, translucent vocals are wonderful, aren’t they? You can also feel her determination to become a new version of herself!

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