Tear-jerking Western songs: The world's recommended weep-inducing tracks
We’re introducing Western songs that will make you cry—full-on tearjerkers.
We’ve put together a playlist focused on Western tracks that really tug at the heartstrings: grand and beautiful pieces, movie theme songs, and songs with wonderful lyrics.
It’s packed with music that fits perfectly with moving, emotional scenes.
Let the tears flow and feel refreshed.
Especially recommended for fans of Western music.
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Tear-jerker songs in Western music: The world's recommended sob-inducing tracks (61–70)
Without YouMariah Carey
Included on the 1993 album Music Box.
A cover of the single released in 1970 by the Welsh band Badfinger.
Born in 1970, she is a singer and actress from New York.
Set to a slow, moody melody, her soulful vocals are superb and undeniably touch the heartstrings.
Heal The WorldMichael Jackson
Included on the 1991 album “DANGEROUS.” Born in 1958, a singer-songwriter from Indiana.
With a gently unfolding rhythm, strings, and chorus that convey a sense of kindness matching the beautiful melody line, the lyrics about life and the problems of the world are deeply moving.
To Be With YouMr. BIG
A song to encourage a heartbroken girl.
Even among Mr.
BIG’s British hard rock repertoire, this one is a rare pop tune.
I imagine many girls would love to be comforted like this.
Sing it to a girl who’s feeling down.
Exogenesis Symphony Part3Muse
It’s a masterpiece whose grand scale is truly moving.
From a quiet intro, the sound expands dramatically, sparking listeners’ imaginations and weaving countless stories.
The piece also became widely known through an animated work by Tekken, a comedian who is also active as an illustrator.
It suggests that stories touching on the joys and sorrows of life—those that strike a chord in the heart—resonate universally, transcending East and West.
so sickNe-Yo
The Japanese title is “Feeling Terrible.” It’s a song about heartbreak, and Ne-Yo’s wistful vocals really pierce the heart.
Even when listening to love songs is painful, you still end up listening to them… we’ve all been there.
It’s a number you’ll want to sing gently at karaoke.