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!
- An anthem for your 30s. Beloved and popular songs that are both heart-pumping and heart-fluttering.
- [Tears Guaranteed] Heartwarming songs I especially want men to hear
- Tear-jerking songs recommended for men in their 40s: classic and popular Japanese hits
- [Karaoke] Songs that appeal to women in their 30s: Popular “chick-magnet” songs for men
- Recommended Japanese pop songs for karaoke for men in their 30s
- Recommended for women in their 30s! Karaoke songs that are easy to sing even if you're not good at singing
- Farewell Song: A goodbye song. A tearful parting song.
- Recommended love songs for men in their 40s: classic and popular Japanese tracks.
- Tear-jerking songs recommended for men in their 20s: classic and popular Japanese tracks
- Recommended for the Yutori generation! Tear-jerking masterpieces from the J-pop scene
- Tear-jerking songs recommended for women in their 30s: timeless Japanese hits that touch the heart
- Great songs recommended for people in their 30s. Classic and popular Japanese songs.
- Tear-jerking masterpieces sung by male artists that I’d recommend to Gen Z
Tear-jerking songs recommended for men in their 30s: Classic and popular Japanese tracks (91–100)
Why did I end up falling in love with you?Tōhōshinki
A song released in 2008.
It’s a love song sung from a man’s perspective.
A love that’s ending—ah, I wish he would feel this way about me when we say goodbye.
I want to be someone who stays in his memories and thoughts.
I’m sure every girl feels that way.
With its sweet vocals expanding such a world, this is a song that makes you want to close your eyes and follow the story.
TVXQ’s beautiful chorus line heightens the tale with aching passion.
I won’t fall in love anymore.Makihara Noriyuki
This song is one of singer-songwriter Noriyuki Makihara’s signature tracks, and even now, long after its 1992 release, you still hear it often.
His gentle vocals resonate over a mid-tempo, soft-feeling arrangement.
The lyrics portray a man who has just been heartbroken putting on a brave face.
But the more he tries to act tough, the more memories of her come flooding back, and the more he realizes how important she was—a poignant breakup song.
It’s a recommended track for men who can’t easily shake off their lingering feelings.
On the bridgeMagokoro Burazāzu
The 24th single released in 2001.
Along with “Ryūsei / Distant Summer” and “This Love Hasn’t Even Begun,” it’s known as one of the “Farewell Song Trilogy,” a set of heartbreak songs.
Sometimes adults break up not because of simple reasons like liking or disliking each other.
This track overflows with a sense of helplessness.
It’ll make you cry—highly recommended!
Poem of SunlightLe Couple
People in their 30s are, I think, the generation that just barely listened to “Hidamari no Uta” by Le Couple in real time.
This song is filled not so much with inspiration as with sadness.
If possible, listen to it while savoring the lyrics sheet, and it will move you to tears even more.
Time goes byEvery Little Thing
Time goes by by Every Little Thing, released in 1998.
Even though you became lovers with the person you like, you end up arguing and hurting each other.
Romance isn’t all fun—there are many times when things don’t go well.
Still, it conveys a message of wanting to cherish the days that have passed.