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, partings, cheers… songs that pierce the heart and make you cry until the tears won’t stop (171–180)
rainMoritaka Chisato
It was released in 1990 as Ms.
Chisato Moritaka’s 11th single.
Issued as the lead single from her fifth album, “Kokon Tozai,” the song links the imagery of falling rain with the sorrow of a love that’s ending, amplifying the sense of heartbreak.
It continues to be sung as one of Chisato Moritaka’s signature songs.
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There is a gemlike ballad by back number—known for lyrics and melodies that shake the heart—created as the theme song for the film Akira and Akira.
Shimizu Iyori’s voice, singing like a prayer and wishing that his laid-bare self could be seen as something beautiful, sinks deep into the chest.
The piece quietly yet powerfully seems to cheer on those who, despite their anguish and inner conflicts, keep moving toward their goals.
This moving song was released in August 2022 and was later included on the acclaimed album Humor.
Premiering alongside the film, it became beloved by many, debuting at No.
2 on the Billboard Japan Download Songs chart—a sign that its impact has resonated widely.
It’s the perfect song for moments when you’re wavering over a major life decision or need a gentle word of encouragement.
It will surely echo deep within your heart and give you the strength to take a step toward tomorrow.
HeavenMrs. GREEN APPLE
A soul-stirring song performed by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE.
Released in May 2025 as their 17th single, it also serves as the theme song for the film “I Will Tell You the Truth,” starring Motoki Omori.
This piece lays bare both the purity inherent in humanity and the shadows that lie behind it, posing profound questions to the listener’s heart.
It begins with a hush reminiscent of a cathedral, unfolds dramatically like a story, and fades away as if vanishing into thin air—an arc that seems to mirror our very lives.
Its unpredictable turns are sure to capture anyone’s heart and move them to tears.
It’s a song that gently gives you a push when you want to face your own emotions.
Heretical StarOfisharu Higedan Dism
If you’re seeking a heart-trembling thrill of emotion, this is the number you need to hear.
Written by Satoshi Fujihara of Official HIGE DANDism after overcoming a bitter past experience, it’s a soul-stirring anthem of encouragement.
Set to a driving melody, it teaches the importance of ignoring the noise around you, believing in your own path, and shining in your own way.
Its earnest message strikes straight to the heart and may bring a surge of emotion.
This track is included on the mini-album “Report,” released in April 2017.
Although it has no commercial tie-ins, it’s a staple at their concerts, beloved by many fans for the powerful sense of unity it creates.
If you ever feel like you’re losing yourself or need the courage to take a step forward, this song will surely give you strength—lighting a lamp in your heart and giving you the energy to move ahead.
heartaimyon
A poignant ballad that carefully portrays the complex emotions of love.
Released in 2021, this song was written by Aimyon as the theme for the TBS Tuesday drama “Only Just Married.” During production, she rewrote the lyrics from scratch for the first time, focusing on expressing feelings that are “not too cute, yet not too clumsy.” Inspired by the heart’s shape—round on top and pointed at the bottom—the song explores a relationship where affection and pain coexist.
It resonates deeply with those struggling with marriage or romance.
Love, bonds, farewell, cheers… songs so moving they bring unstoppable tears (181–190)
SAD SONG feat. No No Girls FINALISTSchanmina
A special song by Chanmina and the “No No Girls” finalists has moved many to tears with its stirring performance.
The lyrics—filled with the bittersweetness behind happiness and a strong resolve to believe in the future—captivate listeners and make the piece deeply compelling.
Said to be based on Chanmina’s real experiences, it conveys the loneliness of chasing a dream and the importance of bonds with fellow travelers.
Released in January 2025, the song’s performance on THE FIRST TAKE in May of the same year tied in with the audition project and generated great emotion, topping YouTube for 10 days.
If you’re working hard at something, this song is sure to gently nudge you forward.
Don’t miss the chance to experience it.
paintingŌmori Motoki
This work reveals a new side of him as a solo artist—one that stirs the heart deeply.
Released in May 2025 as part of Motoki Omori’s first solo digital single in about four years, it’s marked by quiet, mysterious soundscapes that seem to gently speak to the listener’s inner self.
The lyrics express a poignant wish: for someone to portray his existence using colors only he possesses, and to see even the parts of himself that feel wretched as something beautiful.
It’s a song whose warm melody soothes deep sorrow and loneliness, leaving a lasting impression.
Put it on during a quiet night when you want to be alone with your thoughts.