For When You Need a Good Cry: Soul-Soothing Tearjerker Classics — Life, Love, and Work
There are moments in life when you just feel an overwhelming urge to cry, aren’t there?
In this article, we introduce songs that are guaranteed to make you cry and tracks to listen to when you want to let the tears flow.
We’ve gathered classic songs and masterpieces that support your desire to cry from various angles—heartache in love, the difficulties of life, the hardships of work, and more.
Anyone’s heart can get worn down if they push themselves past their limits.
If you’re feeling tired, please give these a listen.
I’m sure these wonderful pieces of music that gently stay by your side will bring you comfort.
Playlist
| For When You Need a Good Cry: Soul-Soothing Tearjerker Classics — Life, Love, and Work | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi | play_arrow | The appeal of Kenshi Yonezu’s signature song “Eine Kleine” |
| 2east | Endless JourneyMr.Children | play_arrow | A moving song to refresh yourself through tear therapy |
| 3east | SparkleRADWIMPS | play_arrow | An insert song from Your Name, a pleasant track themed around love |
| 4east | SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE | play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE's movie theme song |
| 5east | Unchanging ThingsOku Hanako | play_arrow | Expressing the importance of heart and love in an insert song from The Girl Who Leapt Through Time |
| 6east | One more time,One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi | play_arrow | Masayoshi Yamazaki’s classic song stirs the heart |
| 7east | Even if it’s one of a kindkujira | play_arrow | Whale songs ease the anxieties of the heart |
| 8east | Life is hard.satō moka | play_arrow | Soothe your tired heart with Satō Moka’s new song |
| 9east | blinkback number | play_arrow | The tear-jerking masterpiece “Mabataki” by back number |
| 10east | If I had been living aloneSUPER BEAVER | play_arrow | SUPER BEAVER's movie theme song. |
| 11east | Because you are hereUru | play_arrow | The power to act through family bonds |
| 12east | On this day of goodbyeaimyon | play_arrow | Aimi's masterpiece: reflections on the past and moving forward |
| 13east | AnswerIkuta Rira | play_arrow | A song that gives you the courage to face life's anxieties |
| 14east | Mikan HeartC&K | play_arrow | C&K’s unrequited-love ballad |
| 15east | catDISH// | play_arrow | A bittersweet breakup ballad written and composed by Aimyon |
| 16east | glowing madder-redAimer | play_arrow | A poignant ballad about parting with a loved one |
| 17east | rendezvousshaitoopu | play_arrow | Shytopes' signature breakup song |
| 18east | balladKetsumeishi | play_arrow | Unrequited love in a ballad by Ketsumeishi |
| 19east | It’s okayRADWIMPS | play_arrow | RADWIMPS, the theme song of Weathering With You |
| 20east | futureKobukuro | play_arrow | The poignant beauty of unrequited love |
| 21east | AitaiKato Miria | play_arrow | When you feel like crying about love, 'Aitai' is recommended. |
| 22east | The summer you gave meieiri reo | play_arrow | A summer fling turned into an anthem of encouragement for our generation |
| 23east | KanadeSukima Suichi | play_arrow | Love-encouragement song by Sukima Switch |
| 24east | NonfictionHirai Ken | play_arrow | A song that questions the meaning of life and the feeling of loss |
| 25east | Song of the Eternal NightKamisama wa saikoro o furanai | play_arrow | A ballad that beautifully portrays the pain of heartbreak |
| 26east | day by dayYoshida Yamada | play_arrow | A classic that conveys everyday happiness and gratitude |
| 27east | Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi | play_arrow | A song of courage and hope in the face of adversity |
| 28east | Prayer FlowerHirai Dai | play_arrow | A moving song about parting with a loved one |
| 29east | lost itemVaundy | play_arrow | A heartwarming song introduction by Vaundy |
| 30east | NAOHY | play_arrow | A classic breakup song that portrays a heartrending love |
| 31east | Until the day I can no longer rememberback number | play_arrow | The poignancy of forgetting memories with someone you broke up with |
| 32east | Tears of MagnoliaStardust Revue | play_arrow | Mulan’s Tears is a nostalgic love song |
| 33east | Best FriendKiroro | play_arrow | Remembering gratitude to a friend with Kiroro's "Best Friend" |
| 34east | contrailArai Yumi | play_arrow | Introduction to Yuming’s classic song “Hikōki-gumo” (Airplane Cloud) |
| 35east | March 9Remioromen | play_arrow | Remioromen's classic graduation song |
| 36east | lovesicknessAimer | play_arrow | An encouraging song to overcome the pains of love |
| 37east | setting sunToukyou Jihen | play_arrow | A Sad Farewell Song by Tokyo Incidents |
| 38east | me me sheRADWIMPS | play_arrow | A tear-jerking breakup ballad by RADWIMPS |
| 39east | Happinessback number | play_arrow | A song that expresses a heartrending love with rich emotion |
| 40east | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro | play_arrow | Motohiro Hata to perform the theme song for a Doraemon movie |
| 41east | Love SongGReeeeN | play_arrow | A famous song by GReeeeN themed around eternal love |
| 42east | HAPPY BIRTHDAYback number | play_arrow | Back Number’s romantic ballad song |
| 43east | First LoveUtada Hikaru | play_arrow | A nostalgic, heartwarming song that brings back memories of first love |
| 44east | OrangeSMAP | play_arrow | A masterpiece that conveys farewell and gratitude |
| 45east | Song of the WheelsBUMP OF CHICKEN | play_arrow | Expressing the complex emotions of farewell and support |
| 46east | If tomorrow comesJUJU | play_arrow | Movie theme song. One of JUJU’s signature songs. |
| 47east | secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE | play_arrow | A classic summer song by ZONE that many artists have covered |
| 48east | tobacco / cigarette(s)Koresawa | play_arrow | A heartbroken woman finds a sense of affection in her ex-boyfriend’s cigarettes. |
| 49east | Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi | play_arrow | Signature songs of The Elephant Kashimashi |
| 50east | Letter ~Dear You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki | play_arrow | Angela Aki’s encouragement song |
| 51east | HikariAndrop | play_arrow | Good Doctor theme song piano piece |
| 52east | passwordayaka | play_arrow | It is the theme song of “House Where the Mermaid Sleeps.” |
| 53east | All of the YouthFujifaburikku | play_arrow | Fujifabric’s classic summer song |
| 54east | #302Hirai Ken | play_arrow | A poignant ballad that portrays the everyday fluctuations of the heart |
| 55east | crescent moonayaka | play_arrow | Introduction to Ayaka’s signature song “Mikazuki” |
| 56east | PrologueUru | play_arrow | A TV drama theme song that gently sings about the pain of unrequited love. |
| 57east | Thank youikimonogakari | play_arrow | Ikimono-gakari's gratitude song |
| 58east | 366 daysHY | play_arrow | An emotionally moving song that sings of lingering feelings after a broken heart |
| 59east | Bridge of Gloryyuzu | play_arrow | Official theme song of the Athens Olympics |
| 60east | Winter, againGLAY | play_arrow | An inspiring winter classic by GLAY |
| 61east | Goodbye, my beloved.Hana*Hana | play_arrow | A moving song about feelings for my grandfather |
| 62east | Poem of SunlightLe Couple | play_arrow | Insert song from Under One Roof 2 |
| 63east | I love you. ~100 Regrets~Sonar Pocket | play_arrow | Sonar Pocket heartbreak song |
| 64east | one grainwacci | play_arrow | Wacci’s new song, a ballad depicting the decision to part ways |
| 65east | PreciousGLAY | play_arrow | A moving song from a GLAY member for a wife who lost her husband |
| 66east | Because I fell in loveaimyon | play_arrow | Because I fell in love, I’ll express my feelings just as they are. |
| 67east | Wakabasupittsu | play_arrow | Spitz’s tear-jerking movie theme song |
| 68east | Silent EveKarashima Midori | play_arrow | Tears spill to a piano ballad |
| 69east | You can do it!Nakajima Miyuki | play_arrow | A song that gives you the courage to face difficulties |
| 70east | Robinsonsupittsu | play_arrow | A signature song by Spitz, a love song that epitomizes the 1990s |
| 71east | TRUE LOVEFujii Fumiya | play_arrow | Fumiya Fujii’s smash-hit ballad |
| 72east | I loved (it/you)erica | play_arrow | A heartbreak song with piano and strings |
| 73east | HeavenMrs. GREEN APPLE | play_arrow | A theme song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE that resonates with the heart |
| 74east | maybeYOASOBI | play_arrow | A song based on a novel, The End of Love |
| 75east | HoweverGLAY | play_arrow | Introduction to GLAY’s ballad song HOWEVER |
| 76east | A seagull is a seagull.Naoko Ken | play_arrow | Naoko Ken’s heartbreak ballad |
| 77east | SakuraHanzaki Yoshiko | ![]() | Bittersweet feelings for a friend who has passed away |
| 78east | Night MusicMrs. GREEN APPLE | play_arrow | A song that gently wraps the heart’s pain in the loneliness of the night |
| 79east | Your Song for YouKawasaki Takaya | play_arrow | A heartwarming song that contrasts cosmic love with everyday love |
| 80east | When Someone’s Wish Comes TrueUtada Hikaru | play_arrow | A song that gives you the sorrow and insights of a broken heart |
| 81east | Manhattan KissTakeuchi Mariya | play_arrow | Mariya Takeuchi’s bittersweet ballad on the theme of infidelity |
| 82east | Sanguisorba officinalis (Great burnet)sugimoto masato | play_arrow | A moving song in which Sugimoto thinks of his mother |
| 83east | pupilaiko | play_arrow | Aiko’s song warmly sings about the growth of life and bonds |
| 84east | Re:prayAimer | play_arrow | Aimer’s heartbreak song “Re:pray” |
| 85east | NamidairoYUI | play_arrow | YUI’s Tear-Colored: a ballad of aching first love |
| 86east | It’s okay to cry.Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto | play_arrow | An upbeat song by Momoiro Clover Z |
| 87east | SAY YESCHAGE and ASKA | play_arrow | Love songs, representative works of CHAGE and ASKA |
| 88east | boyAsakawa Maki | play_arrow | Maki Asakawa’s blues song, the poignancy of everyday life |
| 89east | I miss you so much, I want to see you.Nishino Kana | play_arrow | Expressing the sorrow of betrayal in Kana Nishino’s signature song |
| 90east | Velvet Poemback number | play_arrow | An emotional song by back number used as a movie theme |
| 91east | paintingŌmori Motoki | play_arrow | A hauntingly mystical song that stirs Motoki Omori’s heart |
| 92east | the red threadKobukuro | play_arrow | A grand 7-minute story by Kobukuro depicting love and parting |
| 93east | It’s true.Natsunose | play_arrow | A song that gently accompanies the heart with healing melodies |
| 94east | Dreamersadamasashi | play_arrow | Sada Masashi Emperor’s Cook theme song |
| 95east | applausechiaki naomi | play_arrow | Chiaki Naomi's Grand Prize-winning song |
| 96east | Rainy BlueTokunaga Hideaki | play_arrow | A 1986 classic that evokes nostalgic memories |
| 97east | If I Could Play the PianoNishida Toshiyuki | play_arrow | A classic song that sings of Toshiyuki Nishida’s clumsy love |
| 98east | loadTHE toraburyū | play_arrow | THE Tora Tora Tora “Road” smash hit song |
| 99east | half of meHirai Ken | play_arrow | An underrated gem suddenly performed live |
| 100east | Lingering Snowiruka | play_arrow | A dolphin covers Nagori-yuki |
| 101east | A Man in EcstasyMidorikawa Shobō | play_arrow | Midorikawa Shobo's dementia theme song |
| 102east | If being alive is painfulMoriyama Naotaro | play_arrow | An inspiring song that encourages those struggling with the hardships of life with hope |
| 103east | Just by you being herekome kome CLUB | play_arrow | Kome Kome Club's biggest hit song |
| 104east | Last Love SongSuperfly | play_arrow | A love ballad by Superfly, a heartrending farewell |
| 105east | spin; weave; compose (e.g., a story)tota | play_arrow | A love song that delicately expresses feelings through depictions of nature |
| 106east | TOO MUCH PAINTHE BLUE HEARTS | play_arrow | A bittersweet classic by THE BLUE HEARTS |
| 107east | Sake, Tears, Men, and WomenKawashima Eigo | play_arrow | A classic song about the struggle of a man who cannot cry |
| 108east | To new loversback number | play_arrow | back number's heartrending song |
| 109east | Only a single voicerokudenashi | play_arrow | A poignant song that comforts heartbreak and loneliness |
| 110east | Chuo LineTHE BOOM | play_arrow | A song that lets you bask in nostalgic memories of THE BOOM |
| 111east | Song of the Dawneastern youth | play_arrow | A song of hope that morning comes to everyone |
| 112east | If only you were here so I could hold you.miwa | play_arrow | A song with piano and vocals that gives courage for the future |
| 113east | biting my lipyoshida takurou | play_arrow | Takuro Yoshida’s movie theme song, a heart-piercing tearjerker |
| 114east | A Gentle BallAimer | play_arrow | A fantastical song by Aimer sung at a nighttime ball |
| 115east | Wish ~To You Back Then~Mirei Touyama | play_arrow | My heart is healed by a bittersweet heartbreak song |
| 116east | DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE | play_arrow | A song that gently embraces the uncertainties of youth |
| 117east | SymphonyHirai Dai | play_arrow | Dai Hirai’s movie theme song love ballad |
| 118east | Happy Endingback number | play_arrow | Lingering attachment to an ex-lover and complex emotions |
| 119east | The true soundKOKIA | play_arrow | Listen to your inner voice and reexamine your core values |
| 120east | Sorrow like snowHamada Shogo | play_arrow | Shogo Hamada’s captivating vocal ability and songs |
| 121east | Heretical StarOfisharu Higedan Dism | play_arrow | A song of courage to believe in your own path and move forward |
| 122east | heartaimyon | play_arrow | Aimyon, a heartrending love ballad |
| 123east | Night journeyYorushika | play_arrow | The moving music and vocals of n-buna |
| 124east | Dedicated to the hippiesRC sakuseshon | play_arrow | Requiem for a Late Manager |
| 125east | To Those Daysanzenchitai | play_arrow | A masterpiece that brings tears in a winter landscape |
| 126east | Dear dropsTani Yuuki | play_arrow | A foundational song from my high school days, pouring emotions into the vocals |
| 127east | If you call it loveUru | play_arrow | Uru’s gem-like ballad that sings of the resolve to reclaim a lost relationship |
| 128east | reverse dreamKing Gnu | play_arrow | A ballad that delicately expresses love and loss |
| 129east | rootKing Gnu | play_arrow | A piece that portrays the hope to live through a quiet melody |
| 130east | I LOVE YOUkurisu haato | play_arrow | Chris Hart's heartbreak ballad song |
| 131east | Write it as “regret,” read it as “future.”mafumafu | play_arrow | Mafumafu’s rock ballad: a cry from the heart |
| 132east | wicked womanNakajima Miyuki | play_arrow | Songs for when you want to be strong after a heartbreak |
| 133east | SAD SONG feat. No No Girls FINALISTSchanmina | play_arrow | Stirring songs give people’s dreams a push |
| 134east | If you laugh at the skywacci | play_arrow | An anthem of support depicting the bonds and courage of youth |
| 135east | GuildBUMP OF CHICKEN | play_arrow | A masterpiece that questions the meaning of life and evokes deep empathy |
| 136east | No matter how smallwacci | play_arrow | An encouraging song by wacci that expresses the courage to face one’s weakness |
| 137east | Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi | play_arrow | A heartwarming ballad that faces forward with hope and anxiety |
| 138east | Homeayaka | play_arrow | Ayaka’s “Home” is a gentle song about thinking of someone far away. |
| 139east | IchibanboshiSnow Man | play_arrow | Even when my heart breaks, Snow Man makes me face forward. |
| 140east | my wishAI | play_arrow | Image song for the film “Hanamanma” |
| 141east | Super BallTOMOO | play_arrow | Live true to yourself without forgetting a sincere heart |
| 142east | Linju Lovemakaroni enpitsu | play_arrow | A moving story depicting love and feelings in the face of death |
| 143east | counting songamazarashi | play_arrow | A song that delicately portrays the joys and sorrows of life |
| 144east | DarlingSuda Keina | play_arrow | Keina Suda’s songs that sing of one-sided love and suffering |
| 145east | I can’t put it into wordsofukōsu | play_arrow | Off Course's ballad about the end of love |
| 146east | single bedSha ran Q | play_arrow | A ballad that portrays the feelings of recovering from heartbreak and moving forward |
| 147east | Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu | play_arrow | A heartwarming classic by Masaharu Fukuyama that depicts love and the bonds of family |
| 148east | normalConton Candy | play_arrow | Sing everyday happiness in warm words |
| 149east | To my gentle youNornis | play_arrow | A ballad by Nornis. Its transparent harmonies gently stay close to the heart. |
| 150east | Family photoYoshida Yamada | play_arrow | A warm-bond soundtrack woven from family photos |
| 151east | Welcome back.Tani Yuuki | play_arrow | A song that sings of bittersweet love for someone far away |
| 152east | I…atarayo | play_arrow | A song that portrays self-transformation and emotional growth through love |
| 153east | sympathetic tearsHitoto Yo | play_arrow | Hitoto Yo's debut work, a heartwarming, original sound |
| 154east | Magic CarpetKawasaki Takaya | play_arrow | A love song overflowing with affection by Takaya Kawasaki |
| 155east | waxing; filling up; becoming full; growing (e.g., the moon growing fuller)Fuji Kaze | play_arrow | Fujii Kaze’s film theme song: a love song of love and obsession |
| 156east | Why feat. Emimi NodaTakase Tōya | play_arrow | A heartbreak ballad that conveys aching feelings with an emotional vocal performance |
| 157east | Where does our sorrow go?Harukamirai | play_arrow | A message song imbued with Harukamirai’s hope and strong will |
| 158east | Sorrow Rides the Busmakaroni enpitsu | play_arrow | An inspiring song by Macaroni Empitsu |
| 159east | In that casemakaroni enpitsu | play_arrow | Macaroni Enpitsu’s heartbreak song |
| 160east | Liarieiri reo | play_arrow | Introduction to Leo Ieiri’s exquisite ballads |
| 161east | May it be filled with kindnessJUJU | play_arrow | A heartwarming ballad that is one of JUJU’s signature songs |
| 162east | Always the two of usShimazu Aya | play_arrow | A cheering song by Aya Shimazu filled with feelings for her beloved dog |
| 163east | ElfAdo | play_arrow | Ado’s music leads from loneliness to hope |
| 164east | The True Nature of TearsSUPER BEAVER | play_arrow | The emotional songs of SUPER BEAVER |
| 165east | dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo | play_arrow | Hitoto Yo’s famous song, an immortal masterpiece that sings of love and peace |
| 166east | threadNakajima Miyuki | play_arrow | Miyuki Nakajima’s masterpiece ballad depicting the bonds of life |
| 167east | Family SongHoshino Gen | play_arrow | A classic song that gently sings of everyday happiness and family bonds |
| 168east | homeKiyama Yusaku | play_arrow | A warm, loving song that portrays the bond between parent and child |
| 169east | I want to see you.sawada chikako | play_arrow | A heartfelt ballad that longs for parting and reunion with a loved one |
| 170east | An unfinished love song I’ve been working on foreverHata Motohiro | play_arrow | A ballad that gently portrays love built over time |
| 171east | gardenFuji Kaze | play_arrow | Fujii Kaze’s soul-stirring songs |
| 172east | aimlesslyAimer | play_arrow | Aimer’s gentle singing soothes the heart |
| 173east | In loveHY | play_arrow | A ballad that portrays a heart accepting heartbreak and growing |
| 174east | A Farewell SongHilcrhyme | play_arrow | A love song filled with feelings for someone special |
| 175east | signJUJU | play_arrow | JUJU’s movie theme song “sign” is a masterpiece that deeply expresses sorrow |
| 176east | Just being alive is admirable.ReoNa | play_arrow | ReoNa saves hearts with despair-themed anime songs |
| 177east | horsetailnishina | play_arrow | Theme Song of the Animal Trail Where Lilacs Bloom |
| 178east | Only on nights when I want to dieAina ji Endo | play_arrow | A warm song where a loved one’s smile supports the heart |
| 179east | fireflySazan Ōrusutāzu | play_arrow | Southern All Stars' movie theme song ballad |
| 180east | Twilight NostalgiaNaoto Intiraymi | play_arrow | The Appeal of Naoto Inti Raymi’s Songs and the Healing of Sunset Nostalgia |
| 181east | What do you want to become?Rozarīna | play_arrow | A healing song that helps you face your true feelings |
| 182east | aspiration; longing; ardent desireFukuyama Masaharu | play_arrow | Depicting resolve and love in farewells during wartime |
| 183east | Kasane AiSoala | play_arrow | Soala’s transparent vocals express emotion |
| 184east | Love RadiantMisora Hibari | play_arrow | Hibari Misora’s moving classic ballad |
| 185east | CymbalsKubota Toshinobu | play_arrow | Toshinobu Kubota’s classic Cymbals |
| 186east | Sayonara ColorSUPER BUTTER DOG | play_arrow | A popular song that questions dreams and reality |


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