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 (11–20)
I love you, I love you, I love youFujihara Sakura
This version is a live acoustic guitar performance with singing.
She’s probably a singer-songwriter and also crafts her sound with the guitar.
Everything up to the chorus feels natural and flows right in.
If she can make this consistent, I have a feeling she’ll be able to do anything.
companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyKetsumeishi
This song is about friends and companions.
It’s a track you’ll want to dedicate to a dear friend, and one you’ll want to listen to while thinking of your best friend.
As we become adults, we probably have fewer chances to meet our friends than we used to, but listening to the song’s passionate lyrics might just bring you to tears.
Always coming backONE OK ROCK
With a rock sound, I felt that even as a Japanese singer, your English intonation sounded native-level.
The song is solid and gives a strong sense of message.
The drum break is dramatically crafted, and I think the musicality is something that resonates worldwide.
THE OVERUVERworld
The 22nd single, released in August 2012, was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Kuro no Onna Kyōshi” and reached No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
The lyrics convey a strong determination to keep moving forward while confronting one’s own weaknesses and insecurities.
When you stumble at work or struggle with relationships, listening to this song gives you the courage to “surpass yourself.” Its sound—woven from heavy guitar riffs and emotional vocals—stirs the listener’s heart, to the point where tears may almost fall.
It’s a song that stands by those who have experienced setbacks or are facing a wall right now.
harborsupittsu
It starts with a gentle band sound, and I think it’s a rock sound that’s very much their style.
Even just the first verse feels stable.
The chorus has a dreamy melody that feels magically pleasant.
How about giving it a try at karaoke while you’re at it?
A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru
Starting with piano from the intro through the first verse, the song suddenly launches into the chorus and is arranged with a full band sound driven by the drum rhythm.
I think the second verse builds momentum, making the chorus especially enjoyable.
It has a comforting, all-encompassing sense that seems to embrace everything.
Tear-jerking songs recommended for men in their 30s: Classic and popular Japanese hits (21–30)
Happy Endingback number
It starts with the verse on acoustic guitar and moves into the pre-chorus.
The band arrangement really elevates what feels like a singer-songwriter style song.
It’s not only enjoyable—it feels energizing.
How about trying your hand at singing with acoustic guitar, or taking this opportunity to give it a go at karaoke?