Tear-jerking motivational songs in Western music
We’ve compiled a large collection of songs you’ll want to listen to when you want to cheer someone on—or when you need a boost yourself.
There are plenty of tracks that might just bring you to tears.
We’ve focused on Western music, so be sure to give them a listen!
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Tear-jerking motivational songs in Western music (41–50)
Welcome to the black paradeMy Chemical Romance
While this song grapples with the heavy theme of death, it somehow feels brisk, conveying resilience and strength.
Even if a loved one collapses, I will keep moving forward guided by my own convictions—that is the mission assigned to me, just one individual among all humanity in this vast world.
The message sung here gives much to ponder.
Imitation of lifeR.E.M.
I think this is especially true for men, but crying in front of others is embarrassing, isn’t it? So even when it’s painful, we tend to hide our tears.
At times like that, the chorus line, “Come here, nobody cares that you’re crying,” really sinks into my heart.
WinBrian McKnight
A song that sings about the importance of getting back up again without giving up, even when you’re knocked down.
It is included on the compilation album “Gold,” released in 2007 by American R&B singer-songwriter Brian McKnight.
Bad DayDaniel Powter
Daniel Powter’s hit song “Bad Day” might be the first track that comes to mind for many people when they think of uplifting Western pop.
Known in Japan by the localized title “Bad Day: A Cheer-Up Song for Unlucky Days,” the piece was written for those “bad days” everyone experiences, and its melody shines on us like the sun.
It empathizes with real, everyday struggles while packing the energy to keep us moving forward with a positive outlook.
It’s perfect not only for listeners trying to overcome challenges, but also for those moments when you just want a smile!
Your SongElton John
This song, sung by Elton, a singer-songwriter who represents the British music scene of the 1970s, is, as its Japanese title “My Song Is Your Song” suggests, a piece that makes each listener feel it’s an anthem sung just for them.