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 so moving they pierce the heart and make you cry nonstop (241–250)
Sad love songatarayo
As the title suggests, this song is a sad love story sung from the perspective of the woman in a couple.
The man she’s dating seems a bit insensitive and kind to everyone.
Feeling that he doesn’t look only at her, the protagonist gradually starts to drift away from him.
In the latter half of the song, she grows fed up and tries to break up with him…
but at that moment, she realizes all over again that she still loves him.
It’s a heartbreaking portrayal of a love she knows isn’t good for her, yet she can’t bring herself to leave.
That’s not fair…arekunn
Arekun’s song, which beautifully captures the ache of unrequited love and the pain it brings, has been moving many listeners.
While harboring deep feelings for the other person, the song delicately weaves the complex emotions of a woman swayed by their ambiguous behavior.
Released in August 2021 as a pre-release track from the album “Breath,” it was also selected as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “BREAKOUT” in September, allowing it to resonate with an even wider audience.
Confused by the other’s vague kindness, hurt yet unable to suppress her feelings—this work offers heartfelt empathy and comfort to those who carry the pain of a love that may never be returned.
You let me do as I please, and yet…arekunn
Alekun, who broke out thanks to TikTok, is also known for signature songs like “Baka.” This song portrays a woman with an unrequited crush, and it became a hot topic for resonating with many young people.
In the lyrics, the female protagonist is led on, contacted only when it’s convenient, and generally not treated with much care by the person she likes.
Even though she realizes, “They’re not interested in me…,” she can’t stop her feelings; just listening to the lyrics can be heartbreaking.
When the story in the song overlaps with your own experiences, you may find yourself bursting into tears.
Attitudekohanaramu
Kohanaramu, who rose to fame after posting videos on YouTube, has a title track on her first album called “Attitude.” The song is also known as the theme for the drama “DIY!! – Do It Yourself -.” In it, she sings about continuing to take on challenges without losing heart, even after repeated failures.
Its appeal lies in the realistic portrayal of inner vulnerability.
Listening to it will surely give you courage.
Spirit Boat (Shoro Nagashi)sadamasashi
A musical prayer that gently enfolds the pain of losing a loved one in a tender, wistful melody.
The poignant story Masashi Sada weaves—set around a traditional festival in Nagasaki—delicately captures the feelings of those left behind.
Through cherished promises made in life, keepsakes crafted together, and the changing shape of family, a profound love and loneliness well up in the heart.
Released by Grape in April 1974, the song gradually spread, especially in the Chukyo region, climbing to No.
2 on the Oricon chart and selling 1.3 million copies.
It shone once again in 2003 as the theme song for an NHK drama.
A gem of a ballad that quietly stays close to anyone who has said goodbye to someone important.