Tear-jerking Western songs: recommended classics and popular tracks

Goodbye Yellow Brick RoadElton John

Elton John – Goodbye Yellow Brick Road Lyrics

What kind of feelings do people who moved to Tokyo from the countryside have toward their hometowns? The song portrays someone who once longed for the big city and set out to accomplish something, but whose heart gradually drifts away from urban life.

I think many listeners can relate to the nostalgia for one’s hometown and the weariness that comes from city living.

The lyrics are a bit challenging.

Some may also recognize this track as the ending theme for the drama “The Sun Will Not Set,” starring Tackey.

You & IJohn Legend

John Legend – You & I (Nobody in the World) (Official Video)

A tastefully crafted song suffused with sorrow and wistfulness naturally brings tears to your eyes.

It’s a deeply moving, cry-your-heart-out track by John Legend, where the grand message and high-level vocal approach truly shine.

Since it’s in English, be sure to pay attention to the lyrics and look them up.

Let her goPassenger

Passenger | Let Her Go (Official Video)

It’s a breakup song about her.

It makes you think that you mustn’t take the happiness right in front of you for granted.

You might feel you don’t need the sun when it’s hot, but when it’s cold you realize you do.

I think it’s a song that makes you reflect not only on love, but on life as well.

CirclesPost Malone

Post Malone – Circles

I think it’s hard to catch the lyrics of songs in English.

With this song, “Circles,” many people might feel it sounds bright if they just listen to the melody.

The vibe is upbeat, but in fact it’s a song about losing someone important.

Please give it a listen.

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American Morning (Just When I Needed You Most)Randy Vanwarmer

Just When I Needed You Most

It has a Japanese title that seems very fresh and cheerful at first glance, “American Morning,” but the original title is “Just When I Needed You Most.” In translation, it means something like, “You left me just when I needed you most,” making it a heartbreak song.

Randy VanWarmer was a singer-songwriter well known among AOR fans.

It was released in 1979.

Stay With MeSam Smith

Sam Smith – Stay With Me (Official Music Video)

Sam Smith’s biggest hit, “Stay With Me.” It’s quite a famous song, so many of you may already know it.

First of all, the melody is heartbreaking.

I recommend it to anyone looking for a deeply emotional tearjerker that distills sadness.

And if you read the lyrics, you might cry even more.

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Crying My Eyes OutStephen Puth

Stephen Puth – Crying My Eyes Out (Official Video)

For those who want to listen to a tear-jerker but aren’t into songs that feel too heavy, Crying My Eyes Out is highly recommended.

The lyrics are crafted to be sad, but the melody is an easy-to-listen-to, electro-infused pop sound.

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