A wonderful, moving song

Love, bonds, parting, cheers… songs so moving they pierce the heart and make you cry uncontrollably

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
Keyboard playerSAKI
I’ve been playing the Electone since I was six, mainly performing Disney music, anime songs, and music from dramas and films. I post performance videos on YouTube and social media, and I also give concerts. Building on my Electone experience, I took up synthesizer and piano during my student years and performed at school-sponsored events. As a writer, I’ve covered not only music-related topics but a wide range of genres, so I hope to draw on my experience to deliver articles that make readers think, “I want to try that!” or “I want to listen to that!”

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.

Love, bonds, partings, cheers… songs that pierce the heart and make you cry until the tears won’t stop (251–260)

Peerless BlossomAina ji Endo

AiNA THE END – Hana Musou [Official Music Video]

Peerless BlossomAina ji Endo

A soul-stirring, epic ballad.

Written as the theme song for the film Mononoke the Movie: Chapter Two – Fire Rat, set for release on March 14, 2025, this piece beautifully blends gentle piano melodies with a stunning string arrangement.

Aina the End masterfully conveys the emotions born in the space between love and loss.

It’s a song to listen to on nights spent deep in thought, with someone dear in your mind.

Especially when your heart is wavering, this song will be there to stay close to you.

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Tearful KissSazan Ōrusutāzu

Tearful Kiss

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A bittersweet yet beautiful melody that seeps into the heart, this ballad delicately portrays the protagonist’s sorrow and lingering feelings as they face a breakup with a lover.

The emotionally rich vocals woven by Southern All Stars, together with a simple instrumental arrangement, convey the pain of heartbreak with striking clarity.

Released in July 1992, it drew major attention as the theme song for the drama “Zutto Anata ga Suki Datta.” It became Southern All Stars’ first million-selling single and won the Excellence Award at the 34th Japan Record Awards.

Whether you’re seeking to heal the sadness of parting or reminiscing about past love, this song gently stays by your side—and continues to be a source of comfort for many to this day.

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Southern All Stars – Firefly [Live at Miyagi Stadium, 2013]

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Since their debut, Southern All Stars, a five-member rock band that epitomizes summer in the J-pop scene, have continued to captivate fans.

“Hotaru,” included on their 54th single “Peace and Highlight,” was chosen as the theme song for the film The Eternal Zero.

Its lyrics, evoking farewells with loved ones and prayers for peace, are sure to resonate with many listeners on a personal level.

With a gentle yet heartrending message and melody that stirs the soul, it’s a ballad that feels sentimental while still conveying a sense of positivity.

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Goodbye, LipsHarureo

Harleo - 'Sayonara Kuchibiru' Music Video Long ver.

Goodbye, LipsHarureo

A heartbreak song sung by HaruLeo, the duo of Nana Komatsu and Mugi Kadowaki from the film “Farewell Song.” This track, written by Motohiro Hata, portrays a breakup between a man and a woman, and its wistful melody amplifies the sadness.

The overwhelming feelings well up and loosen the tear ducts.

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Vickeblanka – Masshiro / Yui Aragaki × Ryuhei Matsuda double lead roles Insert song for NTV Wednesday drama “We Cannot Become Beasts”

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It’s a song that conjures a scene so cold you can almost see your breath.

When it’s cold, those feelings of sadness and heartache seem to hit even harder, don’t they? This track really grabs at your heart, yet it’s wrapped in an atmosphere filled with hope, as if a single ray of light is shining through.

It makes you realize how deeply you’ve fallen into it without even noticing.

Try listening with your eyes closed in a quiet room—it might just bring you to tears.

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