Tear-jerking foreign songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke. Timeless classics and popular hits from around the world.

As Tears Go By (1987)Marianne Faithfull

Marianne Faithfull – As Tears Go By (Official Music Video)

This track is a self-cover, a fresh recording of a hit number from her days as a British idol in the 1960s.

Back then Marianne Faithfull was known for her delicate, “angelic” voice, but after struggles with drugs and alcohol, by the time of this re-recording her voice had transformed into a gritty, powerful rasp.

Her current performances, which convey the depth of a life fully lived, have been highly acclaimed.

Unchained MelodyThe Righteous Brothers

Righteous Brothers – Unchained Melody (High Quality)

Included on the 1965 album “Just Once In My Life.” The theme song for the 1990 film “Ghost.” A duo formed in 1995 from Orange County.

As you listen to the vocals—few words, yet sung soulfully—carried by the slow-flowing rhythm and moody, wistful melody, you can’t help but feel the tears start to well up.

Easy On MeAdele

Adele – Easy On Me (Official Video)

A deeply resonant, emotionally rich piano ballad portrays the struggles of a woman standing at a crossroads in life.

Adele’s overwhelming vocal prowess vividly captures the journey of facing oneself through the painful decision of divorce.

Released in October 2021 as her first new work in six years, the song drew global attention as the lead single from the album “30.” It offers solace to those who have experienced heartbreak or separation, prompting self-reflection.

A gem of a masterpiece for anyone wrestling with parting from a loved one or preparing to take a new step forward.

Make You Feel My LoveAdele

Adele – Make You Feel My Love (Official Video)

Even while lost and troubled, singing that they have trusted their intuition from the very moment they met, the straightforward lyrics that evoke a sense of destiny are genuinely moving.

Adele’s beautiful female vocals send shivers through the heart.

Her powerful voice has surely encouraged many people.

A Thousand YearsChristina Perri

Christina Perri – A Thousand Years [Official Music Video]

It’s a song that sings about loving someone forever, expressing the promise to keep loving you for the next thousand years.

Its moving, beautiful sound and melody leave a strong impression, making it perfect for creating an emotional atmosphere at weddings and similar events.

How Do I Say GoodbyeDean Lewis

Dean Lewis – How Do I Say Goodbye (Official Video)

A moving song that portrays the pain of parting with a loved one.

Written by Dean Lewis for his father, it was released in August 2022 and is included on the album The Hardest Love.

The lyrics capture the confusion of facing a sudden farewell and the memories shared with someone precious.

Many listeners will relate to the words that convey love for family and the anxiety of possibly losing them.

It’s a perfect song for those who have experienced saying goodbye to someone they love, or who want to cherish the time they have with the important people in their lives.

It’s a song that, while evoking the fragility of life, teaches the importance of living in the present.

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.