Love, bonds, parting, cheers… songs so moving they pierce the heart and make you cry uncontrollably
When things don’t go well—like heartbreak or setbacks in life—and you’re feeling down, don’t you ever feel like having a good cry to get it all out?
On the other hand, some of you might want to play music when celebrating or expressing gratitude to family and friends, or you might be looking for a moving BGM to enrich those unforgettable wedding moments.
In this article, we’ll introduce tear-jerking songs tailored to a variety of situations like these.
From timeless tearjerkers to hidden gems, we’ve selected tracks that will stay close to your heart.
“If feels like it’s singing about me,” “It gently accompanies me when I’m feeling low or overjoyed”—give these tried-and-true songs, filled with such messages, a listen.
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Love, Bonds, Farewells, Cheers… Songs That Pierce the Heart and Make You Cry Uncontrollably (91–100)
A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyYamaguchi Momoe
This song, written and composed by Shinji Tanimura, was sung by Momoe Yamaguchi, one of the “Hana no Chūsan Trio.” It has become an indispensable classic for graduation season.
Although Tanimura has said that, because it’s a lonely song, it might not be suitable for occasions like graduation, it has been passed down as a masterpiece that powerfully expresses the feelings of those setting out on a new journey.
White lilies on my birthdayFukuyama Masaharu
Released in 2013 as Masaharu Fukuyama’s 30th single.
It was used as the theme song for TBS’s Sunday drama “Tonbi.” Centered on the theme of “a child’s feelings toward their parent,” the song draws on episodes such as sending flowers to his mother every year on his own birthday and his thoughts about his late father.
It’s a song that reminds us of the love and deep feelings our parents have given us.
Love, Bonds, Farewells, Cheers… Songs That Make You Cry Until the Tears Won’t Stop (101–110)
Song of the Eternal NightKami wa saikoro o furanai
With a tremble-inducing, emotionally rich voice, “Yoru Naga Uta” is a ballad about heartbreak and longing that resonates with many.
Performed by Kami wa Saikoro wo Furanai, its poignant lyrics, carried by a beautiful piano melody, gently embrace the listener’s feelings.
While tenderly wrapping the memory of an unforgettable, precious person, it depicts the end of love with both grace and pain.
Through vivid lyrics that portray the sorrow of parting—something anyone might experience—it speaks deeply to the heart.
Listen late at night, and the tears may flow naturally.
WhyNovelbright
A heartrending ballad rock song that echoes with unforgettable love.
Released in 2022 by Novelbright, a rock band known for love songs like their signature track Tsukimisou.
It tightens your chest with memories of the days you leaned on each other and the importance you only realize after someone is gone.
The phrase at the end of the chorus, which can feel at odds with the true feelings, and Yudai’s high-tone vocals amplify the sadness even more.
The rough guitar tones in the interlude seem to express emotions with nowhere to go.
Even the slightly brighter outro might bring you to tears.
Try listening while overlaying it with your precious memories.
AsterSaucy Dog
This is a song released in October 2022 by Saucy Dog, a band supported by the younger generation for their many love songs that inspire empathy.
Chosen as the theme song for the animated film “To Me, The One Who Loved You,” it tenderly tugs at the heartstrings with a fate in which the lovers cannot be together.
Ishihara’s vocals, carried by a gentle melody, also appeal deeply to the emotions.
In love, we sometimes find ourselves thinking “what if,” don’t we? This song preserves such dreams, the irretrievable past, and happy days, and gives us the strength to move toward the future.
Miracle ~Like a Great Love~sadamasashi
It’s a classic from the Showa era, overflowing with warm and powerful messages.
From the very first verse, Masashi Sada’s view of life and the world comes through, and many people have probably been moved to tears by how full of love this song is.
It’s a timeless masterpiece that many artists continued to cover even in the Heisei era.
I want to see you.yuzu
It was released in 2009 as Yuzu’s 27th single.
The song was used as the theme for the NHK drama “Ghost Friends,” and it expresses Kitagawa’s feelings for his father, who passed away in 2008.
You can feel his gratitude toward his father and his resolve to live without forgetting what his father taught him, making it a song that brings tears to your eyes.