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, Encouragement… Songs so moving they bring unstoppable tears (231–240)
Memories from todayAimer
Aimer, whose recent appearance on the NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen is still fresh in our memories, created “From Today, a Memory” around her memories with her late father.
The lyrics portray her family in the immediate aftermath of his passing, and the feeling that all the days they spent together now seem like distant memories.
Anyone who has gone through something similar will surely relate.
And it’s not only sorrowful—the lyrics ultimately offer a touch of optimism.
Also, the animated music video is a must-see.
glowing madder-redAimer
Akane Sasu is a ballad sung by Aimer that was chosen as the ending theme for the anime Natsume’s Book of Friends: Go.
Its lyrics, which seem to dwell on the irretrievable time with someone precious, resonate deeply.
Encounters and partings are an inevitable part of life—we know that—but when we see a familiar scene, memories come rushing back like a revolving lantern, and there are moments when we think, “I want to go back.” Who you picture will differ from listener to listener, but it’s a heartbreakingly sad song that brings tears to anyone’s eyes.
I miss youBEGIN
Known as the debut single of the rock band BEGIN, this song is a renowned ballad highlighted by Ei-sho Higa’s heartrending yet beautiful vocals.
In the lyrics, a man who has gone through a breakup pours out his lingering attachment and regrets toward his former partner.
Men who have experienced a heartbreak that still makes them think, “If only I’d done this back then…” will surely relate deeply—and might even be moved to tears.
Be sure to read the lyrics as you listen and overlay them with your own experiences and memories.
The Last LieBENI
An emotionally moving ballad where bittersweet feelings are conveyed through a clear, translucent singing voice.
Released in January 2012, this song by BENI delicately portrays the emotions of someone accepting a breakup while wishing for just one gentle lie at the very end.
Its beautiful melody, centered on piano and strings, further highlights the lingering attachment to a loved one and the pain of parting.
The lyrics were written by BENI herself, with composition by Yoko Kuzuya.
Included on the album “Fortune,” it is cherished by many as a ballad that feels close to the heart.
Resonating with those who have experienced the pain of losing someone irreplaceable, this song helps soothe the wounds of heartbreak.
As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE
DREAMS COME TRUE has a lot of great songs, doesn’t it? Among them, “Nando Demo” cheers you on with its straightforward lyrics.
Even if you’re about to break, about to lose, even if you’re exhausted and collapse, you can get back up again—no matter how many times it takes.
It’s a masterpiece that gently gives you a push, telling you it’s okay to stand up and it’s okay to walk forward.
When you find yourself thinking, “I just can’t do it anymore,” this is the song I recommend.
