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 Western songs: The world’s recommended sob-worthy tracks (101–110)
BeautifulChristina Aguilera
My heart is gripped by her fleeting yet beautiful singing voice.
This is a song by Christina Aguilera, the American singer-songwriter who was named one of the “100 Greatest Singers of All Time” by Rolling Stone.
It was released as a single in 2002.
The song speaks about the importance of living true to yourself.
Please give it a listen when you’re feeling down or worn out.
Not Today from ME BEFORE YOUImagine Dragons
This is a song by the American alternative rock band Imagine Dragons.
It is included on their 2017 album Evolve.
The soaring vocals are truly moving.
It’s a bittersweet yet warm, pure love song.
Lost On YouLP
A sound that feels like an otherworldly space lingers in the ear.
It’s a song by LP, a singer-songwriter from the United States.
It’s the title track from the 2016 album “Lost on You.” A love song that speaks to a cherished person, its wistful melody evokes an autumnal mood.
open armsJourney
This is a famous love song known as a classic vocal ballad—so moving that some people are brought to tears by the introductory piano phrase.
It’s often used at weddings, and the soaring vocals in the chorus are breathtaking, conveying a grand scale that can bring anyone to tears.
Say SomethingA Great Big World, Christina Aguilera
A track about the final conversation before a relationship falls apart.
It’s a captivating ballad featuring piano as the lead instrument.
It reached the Top 10 on charts around the world and won a Grammy in 2015.
It was sampled in Pursuing Paradise’s 2014 track “stop…”.