Tear-jerking songs recommended for men in their 30s: classic and popular Japanese tracks
I think everyone has times when they want to cry.
When you’re feeling down, hurt, or just want to let the tears flow…
That’s exactly when certain lyrics can pierce your heart.
I’ve put together some recommended songs that can stay by your side through all those different emotions that make you want to cry!
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Tear-jerking songs recommended for men in their 30s: Classic and popular Japanese tracks (81–90)
weak insectBaba Toshihide
A Japanese singer-songwriter who began a solo career in ’93.
This song, especially when watched together with its music video, truly brings you to tears.
It tells of a man who faces many hardships—bullying, work troubles, even false accusations—and though he feels like running away time and again, he resolves to live earnestly with the support of his family.
It’s a song that makes you feel you can keep going no matter how tough things get.
Alone World10-FEET
It was also the opening theme song for the 2017 drama “Byplayers,” which drew attention by shining a spotlight on six standout character actors.
It’s the kind of song you want to listen to when you don’t know where to direct feelings that can’t be helped, or when you’re facing doubts and inner conflict.
Someone Who Isn’t You ~Tejina~DEEP
They belong to LDH, the company led by EXILE HIRO.
A four-member male vocal group with overwhelming singing ability.
This is DEEP’s sixth single, released in 2011.
The music video also features a narrative depicting a heartrending love story.
It’s a song that links with the poignant lyrics and brings tears to your eyes.
I love you. ~100 Regrets~Sonar Pocket
A single by Sonar Pocket released in 2011.
A love I tried to forget again and again.
This work, which portrays the feelings of regret in a raw and realistic way, reaches listeners’ hearts directly and brings tears to their eyes.
It’s something many of us have experienced at least once in our long lives, isn’t it?
tear(s)Ketsumeishi
Ketsumeishi’s 9th single, released in 2004.
The music video features the comedians Dainoji and Masashi Kumada and is styled like a drama.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you’ve had your heart broken or experienced setbacks.
Letting your tears flow is important, isn’t it?
Just… I want to see youEXILE
Released in 2005, this is EXILE’s 19th single and the last one featuring ATSUSHI and SHUN.
It’s a song that makes you feel like crying from the intro.
ATSUSHI’s deliberate, savoring delivery gives the track depth, while SHUN’s effortless, unforced vocals heighten the sense of poignancy.
The lyrics are straightforward and simple, which further brings out the ballad’s sweetness.
Tear-jerking songs recommended for men in their 30s: Classic and popular Japanese tracks (91–100)
To my belovedGReeeeN
It was the theme song for Fuji TV’s Thursday drama “Oh, My Dad!!” in 2013.
In your thirties, a little more mature than in your twenties—getting married, starting a family, raising kids—you start to understand, little by little, what love really is.
That’s why these lyrics will resonate and move you to tears.
As you experience life’s ups and downs, you realize how important it is to be able to keep going because of someone’s presence.
It’s a moving song that makes you grateful—simple, but it lets you recognize the happiness of having someone important by your side.