Classic Western songs to listen to when you want to cry: the world’s tearjerker songs and popular tracks for shedding tears
Have you ever had times when you’re carrying sadness and just want to cry your heart out? In those moments, rather than forcing yourself to cheer up, letting your emotions flow out with your tears can sometimes ease your heart.
In this article, we’re sharing plenty of Western songs that will stay by your side when you feel like crying.
Tender, beautiful melodies and voices that resonate will gently hold your feelings.
When you want to let your emotions go, or quietly let the tears fall, give these a listen.
Playlist
| Classic Western songs to listen to when you want to cry: the world’s tearjerker songs and popular tracks for shedding tears | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | ChandelirSia | play_arrow | Sia’s smash hit song “Facing 4 You” |
| 2east | Wish You Were HereAvril Lavigne | play_arrow | A wistful longing for someone far away |
| 3east | Thinking Out LoudEd Sheeran | play_arrow | Ed Sheeran’s timeless love classic, moving |
| 4east | The One That Got AwayKaty Perry | play_arrow | Katy Perry’s iconic song that portrays the regret and sense of loss in love |
| 5east | Talking To The MoonBruno Mars | play_arrow | A bittersweet love song by Bruno Mars |
| 6east | See You Again ft. Charlie PuthWiz Khalifa | play_arrow | A timeless tribute song that sings of friendship and the hope of reunion |
| 7east | YesterdayThe Beatles | play_arrow | The Beatles’ famous song “Yesterday” is well-known. |
| 8east | Stay ft. Mikky EkkoRihanna | play_arrow | Rihanna’s heart-stirring, heartrending ballad |
| 9east | Adore YouHarry Styles | play_arrow | Harry Styles' music filled with kindness and love |
| 10east | When You’re GoneAvril Lavigne | play_arrow | A moving classic that sings of feelings for someone who has gone |
| 11east | Rain On MeLady Gaga, Ariana Grande | play_arrow | A moving collaborative song by two pop stars |
| 12east | Stop crying your heartOasis | play_arrow | Oasis, a representative band of Britpop |
| 13east | Better DaysOneRepublic | play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of hope amid the pandemic |
| 14east | Something in the wayNirvana | play_arrow | Nirvana’s debut album masterpiece |
| 15east | Take a bowRihanna | play_arrow | Rihanna’s breakup song, with a beautiful melody |
| 16east | I Don’t Want to Miss a ThingAerosmith | play_arrow | A moving song that sings of the love of a lifetime |
| 17east | Fix YouColdplay | play_arrow | A gemlike ballad filled with deep love and sorrow |
| 18east | Wish You The BestLewis Capaldi | play_arrow | A moving song that sings of the pain of heartbreak and the path to healing. |
| 19east | Summertime SadnessLana Del Rey | play_arrow | Lana Del Rey’s classic: the joy of summer and the beauty of loss |
| 20east | HelloAdele | play_arrow | The soothing charm of nostalgic FM hit songs |
| 21east | Someone like youAdele | play_arrow | A timeless song that resonates with the heart, singing about the pain of a broken heart. |
| 22east | My ImmortalEvanescence | play_arrow | Evanescence's debut song, known for its beautiful lyrics |
| 23east | As you areTravis | play_arrow | Travis, a 90s alternative band |
| 24east | CreepRadiohead | play_arrow | Radiohead’s signature song “Creep” |
| 25east | More than wordsExtreme | play_arrow | An inspiring ballad by Extreme |
| 26east | Tears in heavenEric Clapton | play_arrow | Eric Clapton’s soul-stirring masterpiece |
| 27east | Shape of my heartSting | play_arrow | Sting’s classic songs and diverse talents in musical activities |
| 28east | BrickBen Folds Five | play_arrow | A band characterized by jazz-style piano |
| 29east | Angels CryMariah Carey | play_arrow | An earnest desire to repair a relationship on the verge of breaking |
| 30east | TroubleColdplay | play_arrow | Moved by Coldplay's piano and vocals |
| 31east | Without YouMariah Carey | play_arrow | A famous song sung by Mariah, a moving ballad |
| 32east | HalleluijahPentatonix | play_arrow | The evolution of the famous classic “Hallelujah” |
| 33east | Falling slowlyOnce | play_arrow | Made famous by a Green hit song in a movie |
| 34east | Whiter Shade of PaleProcol Harum | play_arrow | Procol Harum's signature song |
| 35east | AngelsRobbie Williams | play_arrow | Robby's solo song, with its beautiful melody, resonates in the heart. |
| 36east | It`s a wonderful lifeSparklehorse | play_arrow | Spark Horse's band signature song |
| 37east | Jesus to a childGeorge Michel | play_arrow | George Michael's solo songs |
| 38east | Stairway to heavenLed Zeppelin | play_arrow | signature songs of Led Zeppelin |
| 39east | Everybody hurtsR.E.M. | play_arrow | A heart-touching ballad by R.E.M. |
| 40east | AsleepThe Smiths | play_arrow | Smiths' classic influenced Britpop |
| 41east | Bohemian RhapsodyQueen | play_arrow | Queen's classic song 'Bohemian Rhapsody' is moving. |
| 42east | You lost meChristina Aguilera | play_arrow | Christina’s beautiful sad song |
| 43east | Still got the bluesGary Moore | play_arrow | Guitarist Gary’s hit song(s) |
| 44east | Mad worldMichael Andrews | play_arrow | Mike became famous for Donnie Darko. |
| 45east | BookendsSimon&Garfunkel | play_arrow | Billboard number-one songs by 1960s duos |
| 46east | Drugs don’t workThe Verve | play_arrow | A track included on The Verve’s Urban Hymns |
| 47east | SorryTyler Royale | play_arrow | Tyler Royal’s wistful farewell song |
| 48east | Wish you were herePink Floyd | play_arrow | The legendary rock band famous for its innovative music |
| 49east | Just Want You to KnowBackstreet Boys | play_arrow | Feelings I couldn’t fully convey to the person I broke up with… |
| 50east | Missing YouBackstreet Boys | play_arrow | The American ... that dominated the music scene of the ’90s |
| 51east | No SurprisesRadiohead | play_arrow | Something you’d never imagine from the gentle sound and vocals… |
| 52east | It’s So Hard to Say Goodbye to YesterdayBoyz II Men | play_arrow | Parting with a loved one and the pain in the heart |
| 53east | Love Is a Losing GameAmy Winehouse | play_arrow | A poignant classic that sings of the sorrow of love. |
| 54east | When your goneAvril Lavigne | play_arrow | A song of sorrow and resolve for a cherished person |
| 55east | Under the bridgeRed Hot Chili Peppers | play_arrow | A melodic, sad masterpiece by the Red Hot Chili Peppers |
| 56east | Don’t Cry, Put Your Head On My ShoulderTom Odell | play_arrow | Tom Odell’s heart-wrenching ballad |
| 57east | Yesterday Once MoreCarpenters | play_arrow | A song of love and nostalgia for old-time music |
| 58east | Not A Day Goes ByLonestar | play_arrow | A classic song that sings of deep loss and longing for love |
| 59east | Cryin’Aerosmith | play_arrow | An emotional rock ballad about a couple who chose to part ways |
| 60east | I Will Always Love YouWhitney Houston | play_arrow | A moving ballad that pledges eternal love |
| 61east | Show Me The Meaning Of Being LonelyBackstreet Boys | play_arrow | A heartbreaking ballad about lost love, a timeless song that resonates with the heart |
| 62east | To Be With YouMr. BIG | play_arrow | A gentle pop song that encourages a heartbroken girl |
| 63east | Say SomethingA Great Big World ft. Christina Aguilera | play_arrow | A heartrending masterpiece, a moving movie insert song |
| 64east | Easy On MeAdele | play_arrow | A heart-stirring masterpiece filled with Adele’s emotions |
| 65east | What it takesAerosmith | play_arrow | A classic song that sings of the pain of heartbreak and the yearning to get back together |
| 66east | This Ain’t A Love SongBon Jovi | play_arrow | A captivating song with an emotional chorus and bittersweet lyrics. |
| 67east | I Can’t Make You Love MeBonnie Raitt | play_arrow | A poignant song that tells a story about the pain of heartbreak |
| 68east | EverytimeBritney Spears | play_arrow | A poignant ballad that showcases Britney’s vocal prowess. |
| 69east | Damn You For Breaking My HeartCaitlyn Smith | play_arrow | An epic song with a chorus full of speed and drive. |
| 70east | I Need to Be in LoveCarpenters | play_arrow | A heart wavering between eternal love and reality |
| 71east | I Don’t Think That I Like HerCharlie Puth | play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of the pain and anxiety of love |
| 72east | Hard To Say I’m SorryCHICAGO | play_arrow | The classic song “Hard to Say,” which sings of the pain of heartbreak. |
| 73east | Heartbreak AnniversaryGiveon | play_arrow | Givion’s heartbreak song—its deep vocals and lyrics seep into the heart. |
| 74east | Hold OnGood Charlotte | play_arrow | The appeal of iconic songs that encourage the anguish of adolescence |
| 75east | You should be sadHalsey | play_arrow | A tear-jerking song that stirs the emotions, with a melody that resonates in the heart. |
| 76east | You’re BeautifulJames Blunt | play_arrow | A poignant song about unrequited love becomes a global hit |
| 77east | Please Don’t Fall In Love With MeKhalid | play_arrow | A masterpiece with wistful lyrics and a melody that touches the heart |
| 78east | How Am I Supposed To Live Without YouMichael Bolton | play_arrow | Soul music that sings the sorrow of heartbreak |
| 79east | Let her goPassenger | play_arrow | Lessons from Heartbreak: Gratitude and Awareness for Happiness |
| 80east | The LovedPaul Weller | play_arrow | A powerful song about overcoming the pain of heartbreak |
| 81east | CirclesPost Malone | play_arrow | Foreign song lyrics are difficult, but they have unexpected depth too. |
| 82east | CryingRoy Orbison | play_arrow | Song of a Belated Reunion and Sensitivity |
| 83east | I Eat DinnerRufus Wainwright feat. Dido | play_arrow | Rufus Wainwright’s sorrowful singing voice and lyrics |
| 84east | Stay With MeSam Smith | play_arrow | Sam Smith's hit song 'Stay With Me' |
| 85east | Crying My Eyes OutStephen Puth | play_arrow | A song with sad lyrics and an upbeat melody |
| 86east | I’ll Be Over YouTOTO | play_arrow | A slow-tempo, moving ballad with a sunset backdrop |
| 87east | All You Need Is LoveThe Beatles | play_arrow | A gentle, heartwarming masterpiece by The Beatles |
| 88east | Whole Lot Of Leavin’Bon Jovi | play_arrow | It brings to mind a clear autumn blue sky… |
| 89east | When I Was Your ManBruno Mars | play_arrow | A sad heartbreak song about lingering feelings for an ex-lover... |
| 90east | One Call AwayCharlie Puth | play_arrow | An American singer-songwriter, C… |
| 91east | BeautifulChristina Aguilera | play_arrow | My heart is gripped by that fleeting yet beautiful singing voice… |
| 92east | EverglowColdplay | play_arrow | It expresses a breakup with a lover in grand, epic lyrics… |
| 93east | SheElvis Costello | play_arrow | The musician from England, Elv... |
| 94east | Big Girls Don’t CryFergie | play_arrow | A disconnect with my partner's feelings—I don't know what to do… |
| 95east | Not Today from ME BEFORE YOUImagine Dragons | play_arrow | An alternative rock band from the United States… |
| 96east | Love YourselfJustin Bieber | play_arrow | You can feel the autumn air in the relaxed rhythm... |
| 97east | It Ain’t MeKygo, Selena Gomez | play_arrow | Norwegian-born songwriter and music pro... |
| 98east | Lost On YouLP | play_arrow | A sound that feels like a mysterious space unfolding reaches my ears... |
| 99east | Ooh ChildMILCK | play_arrow | It’s full of messages that many women can relate to, and the sound... |
| 100east | Leave Your LoverSam Smith | play_arrow | Soothed by the sound of an acoustic guitar… |
| 101east | Chasing CarsSnow Patrol | play_arrow | The rock band based in Scotland... |
| 102east | I Just Called to Say I Love YouStevie Wonder | play_arrow | The singe… loved by music fans around the world |
| 103east | SoupFujihara Sakura | play_arrow | When you’re married and everyday life starts to feel routine, uh… |
| 104east | Fire EscapeAndrew McMahon in the Wilderness | play_arrow | The emotional sound is grand and moving... |
| 105east | The SuburbsArcade Fire | play_arrow | Listening to it makes me feel nostalgic… |
| 106east | I Miss You ft. Julia MichaelsClean Bandit | play_arrow | This is what I’d recommend to people who like EDM… |
| 107east | Bad DayDaniel Powter | play_arrow | The intro that starts with piano is striking. What song is it... |
| 108east | IrisGoo Goo Dolls | play_arrow | American rock band, Goo Goo … |
| 109east | Imitation Of LifeR.E.M. | play_arrow | Rolling Stone’s list of the greatest in history... |
| 110east | Vapour TrailRide | play_arrow | My overflowing feelings for someone dear continue... |
| 111east | A Thousand MilesVanessa Carlton | play_arrow | Just by listening to the dramatic sound… |
| 112east | She Will Be LovedMaroon 5 | play_arrow | A relationship between a man and a woman who can’t quite get their feelings across to each other is depicted... |
| 113east | Why Does It Always Rain On Me?Travis | play_arrow | Why does life keep bringing only hardships... |


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