[YouTube Shorts] Moving & Tearjerking! Popular Songs That Touch the Heart

SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE「Soranji」Official Music Video

An emotionally stirring ballad that sings of the sanctity of life, driven by grand, heart-tugging strings.

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GREEN APPLE’s 10th single, released in November 2022, this song was written as the theme for the film “From Siberia With Love.” The lyrics portray unwavering hope in the face of any hardship and a powerful devotion to a loved one.

Many listeners may find their tears welling up at its profound message.

It’s a track that, when you’re worn down by daily life or on the verge of losing heart, lights a warm glow within you and guides you toward tomorrow.

Only a single voicerokudenashi

Rokudenashi “Just One Voice” / Rokudenashi – One Voice [Official Music Video]

Rokudenashi is a music project featuring Ninjin, a vocalist who first gained attention on social media, and a trending Vocaloid producer.

The track produced by MIMI, a Vocaloid producer, moves the heart with its beautiful piano melodies.

This work delicately portrays the unique hardships and loneliness of youth—struggling to put feelings into words and searching for answers as time passes.

Upon its release in December 2021, its moving world view spread across countries in Asia and received a huge response.

It’s one of their signature songs, also included on the album “Ai ni Saku Hana.” When you’re weighed down by worries you can’t tell anyone, or on nights when you’re lost in thought alone, listening to it will surely surround you with a gentle warmth that feels like someone sitting by your side.

Welcome back.Tani Yuuki

Welcome Back – Tani Yuuki [MV]

Singer-songwriter Tani Yuuki, who set out on a musical path after receiving a guitar from his grandfather.

While he may be strongly associated with TikTok sensations like “Myra” and “W/X/Y,” this song is a sublime ballad that gently wraps around the heart.

Included on his first album, Memories, it was released as a single on his own birthday in November 2022.

Its lyrics, which convey the feelings of thinking of a loved one from afar—as if waiting for their destined partner since the moment they were born—are sure to move listeners to tears.

The earnest love that believes they are bound by a “red string” even when far apart spreads through the heart on a calm melody.

If you listen on a night when you’re thinking of family or a partner you can’t see, it may help you reaffirm that bond.

Because you are hereUru

[Official] Uru “Because You Are Here” — Theme Song for TBS Sunday Theater ‘Ship of Theseus’

A number by Uru, whose captivating voice wraps gently around the listener’s heart.

It was written as the theme song for the drama “Ship of Theseus” starring Ryoma Takeuchi.

When you have someone precious to you, you can overcome anything—this song conveys that warm message.

The lyrics also tie into the drama’s story, and many listeners will likely find parts they can relate to.

Released in February 2020 and included on the album “Orion Blue.” If you listen while thinking of someone you can no longer meet, you may find tears falling naturally.

Happy Endingback number

back number – Happy End (full)

A hit song by back number that was chosen as the theme song for the film “My Tomorrow, Your Yesterday.” It was released in November 2016 as their 16th single.

The band sound, adorned with sweeping strings, is so beautiful it can move you to tears on its own.

The song portrays the painfully brave front and lingering attachment of a woman who chooses to break up even though she still loves the other person.

She pretends to be fine while carrying a love that withers away in her heart before it can ripen… That image is sure to grip your chest.

If you have someone you can’t forget, listening to this might just accompany those helpless feelings.

BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – BOW AND ARROW

This is a song by Kenshi Yonezu, chosen as the theme for the TV anime “Medalist.” A passionate piece that Yonezu, a fan of the original creator, personally requested to make.

It portrays, over a driving melody, the earnest relationship of two people—one supporting and one being supported—running in tandem toward their dream.

Released in January 2025, the song is marked by a powerful message that stirs the listener’s heart.

When you’re taking on a challenge or stuck at a wall and can’t take the next step, listening to it will surely give you courage.

It will gently nudge you forward, supporting your determination not to give up.

Prayer FlowerHirai Dai

Dai Hirai / Inoribana

Hirai Dai, whose gentle, heartwarming voice resonates across generations, is beloved by many.

This work is his memorable debut single, released in October 2011.

In the wake of the Great East Japan Earthquake, as anxiety spread, its message themed around prayer and healing struck a deep chord with listeners.

The ukulele’s tones and the warm melody gently embrace wounded hearts.

In September 2020, he created a self-cover version featuring strings, and the song evolved into a timeless classic passed down through the years.

It’s a ballad you’ll want to listen to on nights when you find yourself quietly shedding tears as you remember someone you long to see but cannot—after a farewell, a breakup, or any precious parting.