[Deeply Moving] A Compilation of Recommended Rock Ballads That Move the Heart
When it comes to rock bands, you might picture fast, intense tracks—but don’t you think rock ballads are incredibly captivating too?
A gentle, heartrending ballad from a band that usually plays hard-hitting rock numbers can be even more moving and strike straight at the heart.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wealth of exquisite rock ballads that are sure to stir your emotions.
We’ve picked a wide range—from songs by buzzworthy artists in recent years to tracks by legendary bands that have led the Japanese rock scene.
The lyrical themes vary from love songs to anthems that cheer you on in life, so you’re sure to find the perfect track to match the mood you’re looking for.
Playlist
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | qualiaUVERworld |  play_arrow | Among UVERworld’s songs, especially… |
| 2east | Snow SmileBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | BUMP OF CHICKEN’s ballad… |
| 3east | Crimson-colored sunsetFujifaburikku |  play_arrow | I listen to it when I suddenly feel lonely at dusk... |
| 4east | About meMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Every now and then, I find myself thinking, “I’m tired of life…” |
| 5east | Cinderella BoySaucy Dog |  play_arrow | One of Saucy Dog’s signature songs, … |
| 6east | pinkshaitoopu |  play_arrow | Not just a gentle rock ballad, but disappointment… |
| 7east | Love SongGO!GO!7188 |  play_arrow | This song delicately depicts the emotions of a bittersweet unrequited love… |
| 8east | Not fleetingSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | I was led to deeply reflect on the value of life and living... |
| 9east | Maplesupittsu |  play_arrow | A gentle, heart-soothing rock ba... |
| 10east | LetterSHE’S |  play_arrow | Characterized by delicate piano tones and lyrics that resonate with the heart… |
| 11east | Sayonara ColorSUPER BUTTER DOG |  play_arrow | SUPER BUTT, which disbanded in 2008… |
| 12east | It’s nothing.makaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | A gentle, heart-soothing rock ba... |
| 13east | CorrectRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | Among RADWIMPS’ songs, the one that especially touches my heart… |
| 14east | SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | With its poignant melody and lyrics that resonate with the heart, ... |
| 15east | It’s okayRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring piano ballad from Weathering With You |
| 16east | horizonback number |  play_arrow | On August 18, 2020, on YouTube… |
| 17east | leap day personRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | The moving theme song of the film “The Last 10 Years” |
| 18east | Kanata HarukaRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | The theme song of the film “Suzume,” a moving ballad. |
| 19east | First NightYorushika |  play_arrow | By Yorushika, who poignantly and beautifully depicts summer scenes… |
| 20east | miraclekururi |  play_arrow | A gentle, heart-soothing rock ba... |
| 21east | Someday Merry ChristmasB’z |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that blends wistfulness and tenderness. B’z… |
| 22east | In the Corner of the Nightkobore |  play_arrow | Heart-wrenching, poignant lyrics and a catchy melo… |
| 23east | Tears are about to fall.[Alexandros] | ![Tears are about to fall.[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-JE55OiCe3Y/default.jpg) play_arrow | The music video is impressive. You’ll understand when you watch it, but it’s kind of… |
| 24east | Love letterMY FIRST STORY |  play_arrow | Among MY FIRST STORY, it goes without saying… |
| 25east | OverMr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr.Children’s fourth album… |
| 26east | Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad |  play_arrow | A heartwarming, moving ballad as a movie theme song |
| 27east | I became someone else’s girlfriend.wacci |  play_arrow | A husky ... set to a slow-tempo ballad |
| 28east | I got a boyfriend/girlfriend.My Hair is Bad |  play_arrow | When I want to listen to a heart-wrenching breakup song, My… |
| 29east | HOWEVERGLAY |  play_arrow | A representative track by GLAY released in 1997... |
| 30east | 25th chromosomeRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWI..., which has been leading the Japanese rock scene |
| 31east | White Spring DreamMy Hair is Bad |  play_arrow | Lyrics brimming with everyday life and tones that resonate with the heart |
| 32east | Wasted NightsONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | The majestic tone of the music moves me. As for activities overseas… |
| 33east | Madder-colored skyRemioromen |  play_arrow | Depicting hope for a new beginning with the arrival of spring… |
| 34east | somedaySaucy Dog |  play_arrow | One of the signature songs by the rock band Saucy Dog... |
| 35east | I LOVE YOUOzaki Yutaka |  play_arrow | It’s been more than 20 years since Mr. Yutaka Ozaki passed away… |
| 36east | flameLiSA |  play_arrow | Following the anime, the film “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen…” |
| 37east | GibbsShiina Ringo |  play_arrow | Not just a gentle rock ballad, but powerful… |
| 38east | wishsumika |  play_arrow | Having released many love songs, many... |
| 39east | DON’T CRYWANDS |  play_arrow | From the very beginning, this song has a melody I absolutely love, and… |
| 40east | Wherever you areONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | An emotional rock ballad that vows eternal love |
| 41east | ScarAcid Black Cherry |  play_arrow | With a heartrending melody and profound lyrics that linger in the heart… |
| 42east | Dried flowersYuuri |  play_arrow | It became an overnight sensation after going viral on social media... |
| 43east | DOLLSJanne Da Arc |  play_arrow | Packed with the charm of a heartrending yet beautiful love ballad… |
| 44east | Happy Endingback number |  play_arrow | I’ll Date You Tomorrow, Yesterday |
| 45east | MPRINCESS PRINCESS |  play_arrow | PRINCE, who weaves bittersweet heartbreak... |
| 46east | FlowerORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | The major label release that went on sale on October 20, 2004... |
| 47east | Prayer ~ Orbit of TearsMr.Children |  play_arrow | A gentle, heart-soothing rock ba... |
| 48east | Don’t Leave MeB’z |  play_arrow | A robust sound reminiscent of Western rock and a male… |
| 49east | future visionMarushii |  play_arrow | A happy future with someone irreplaceable |
| 50east | Heart Rainindigo la End |  play_arrow | A ballad that quietly sings about a romantic breakup |
| 51east | Night TheaterHump Back |  play_arrow | Hump Back portrays the loneliness of youth |
| 52east | If only I could remain at zeroOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Did I meet someone important and spend the same time together...? |
| 53east | RAINGLAY |  play_arrow | A ballad that expresses a heartrending love. With ebb and flow… |
| 54east | Two ShadowsNovelbright |  play_arrow | Self-promotion using social media has becom |
| 55east | The curtain risesback number |  play_arrow | back number movie theme song |
| 56east | sign; mark; symbol; omenrakkuraifu |  play_arrow | The big ... who made their major debut in 2016 |
| 57east | Bedroom TalkOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | A gentle night, music that heals the heart |
| 58east | deep-sea fish10-FEET |  play_arrow | The birth of a moving masterpiece song from the Slam Dunk movie |
| 59east | I’ll be by your side.Maeda Nobuteru |  play_arrow | The biggest hi… among Wataru Maeda’s solo singles |
| 60east | umbrellaMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Combining heartrending poignancy and beauty, Mr… |
| 61east | Ms. SeptemberRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | A song of bittersweet hope at summer’s end |
| 62east | Blue amberback number |  play_arrow | A drama theme song that delicately expresses sorrow and a desire for revenge |
| 63east | Last SongOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | A beautiful, heartrending piano farewell song |
| 64east | Unrequited loveSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love ballad by SUPER BEAVER |
| 65east | NOW LOADINGmakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | Macaroni Enpitsu’s love song |
| 66east | catDISH// |  play_arrow | Released in 2017, and in 2020 Y… |
| 67east | Where does our sorrow go?Harukamirai |  play_arrow | A message song imbued with Harukamirai’s hope and strong will |
| 68east | I’m beat.sumika |  play_arrow | sumika, who wrote about the painful feelings of a broken heart... |
| 69east | secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that depicts memories of youth and friendship |
| 70east | forget-me-notAwesome City Club |  play_arrow | Awe that portrays the beauty and poignancy of lost love… |
| 71east | I for YouLUNA SEA |  play_arrow | If you're from the LUNA SEA generation, “rock ba... |
| 72east | OLDROSEAqua Timez |  play_arrow | Aqua Timez’s gem of a track. The fifth collaboration work with BLEACH. |
| 73east | reverse dreamKing Gnu |  play_arrow | A ballad that delicately expresses love and loss |
| 74east | KaraBank Band |  play_arrow | Socially-contributive musical works by Bank Band |
| 75east | Tropical TherapyONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Journey to a tropical paradise with ONE OK ROCK’s heartwarming song |
| 76east | Melancholy Cherry Blossomsatarayo |  play_arrow | Atarayo depicts a spring departure |
| 77east | Ups&DownsCrystal Lake |  play_arrow | A powerful anthem of hope by a metalcore band |
| 78east | DESTINYBLUE ENCOUNT |  play_arrow | BLUE ENCOUNT, a majestic rock ballad as a movie theme song |