[Sad BGM] Music You Want to Listen to When You Feel Like Crying
When you’re feeling down, some of you might try to lift your spirits by listening to upbeat music.
On the other hand, perhaps some of you are looking for music that lets you fully immerse yourself in sadness.
In this article, we introduce sad BGM recommendations for those very moments.
If you listen when something sad has happened, you’ll likely find tears welling up—but once the music ends, you might feel a little lighter.
When you’re going through something painful or sorrowful, don’t force a smile.
Let BGM quietly soothe your heart.
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[Sad BGM] Music to listen to when you want to cry (21–30)
Mikan HeartC&K
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.
far; distant; by farGReeeeN
The song Haruka, which was used as the theme for the hit drama ROOKIES’ movie adaptation, has also become a staple graduation song.
Released in 2009, it’s GReeeeN’s ninth single.
For anyone living away from their parents, it’s a track that brings back memories of your younger self—the times you troubled your parents.
If you’re busy with everyday life, it might move you to tears, stirring up nostalgia for familiar faces and scenes and leaving you feeling sentimental.
The Sound of SnowGReeeeN
This is a hit song by the popular artist GReeeeN.
Many people probably feel like listening to it when winter comes.
Although the song is themed around unrequited love, it conveys the poignant feeling of wanting to express your feelings but being unable to.
Give it a listen when you feel like crying.
366 daysHY
As adults, we often find ourselves in situations where we have to prioritize reason over emotion, and many people may even feel resistance to expressing sadness.
But sometimes it’s important to let yourself cry and be set free.
For those who want to cry but can’t, I recommend HY’s “366 Days.” Included on their fifth album released in 2008, it was also used as the theme song for the drama “The Red Thread” and became a huge hit with 4.5 million downloads.
Its heartrending lyrics—about wanting to stay connected even as feelings drift apart—bring tears to your eyes, and by the time you reach the end, you may find the tears won’t stop.
It’s a perfect song for when you want to take your time, listen closely, and have a good cry.
NAOHY
HY has a lot of songs that make you cry, don’t they? This song, “NAO,” is very well-known as a heartbreak song.
It’s perfect for when you’re in the mood to cry, the kind of song that amplifies your sadness.
It’s a track that makes you feel frustrated with someone who just won’t be clear, but for those involved, these feelings probably resonate with many people.
It’s a tear-jerking masterpiece that’s perfect for anyone with unrequited love or going through a sad romance.
When you feel like having a good cry, listen to it while savoring the lyrics.
the scent of flowersMr.Children
It’s a moving song that sings, “You’re not here now, but I feel your presence in my heart.” It’s a track by Mr.Children, a rock band that has long been at the forefront of the Japanese music scene, released as a digital single in 2008.
It drew attention as the theme song for the film “I Want to Be a Shellfish.” The lyrics reflect vocalist Sakurai’s feelings for his late father.
The more you listen carefully, the more it makes you cry—an undeniable masterpiece that deserves to be sung for generations.
SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE
This song, chosen as the theme for the film “From Siberia, With Love” starring Kazunari Ninomiya and Keiko Kitagawa, sings of the preciousness of life and the wonder of living.
The world is overflowing with conflict, resentment, insults, and many painful, difficult events.
Faced with situations where the future is uncertain, there may be moments when you consider stopping your forward steps.
The message embedded in this song—“Believe in yourself and never give up, because it will surely lead to a brighter future”—will give you the strength to overcome adversity.
