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.
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Tearjerker Western Songs: The World's Recommended Cry-Inducing Tracks (41–50)
Apologize ft. OneRepublicTimbaland
Starting with a romantic piano melody and Ryan Tedder of OneRepublic’s poignantly resonant vocals that tug at the heartstrings, this is a bittersweet love song.
Included on Timbaland’s 2007 September release Shock Value, the track is a gem of a ballad that portrays the fate of a broken romance.
The superb production by the American producer Timbaland breathed new life into the original song, propelling it to No.
2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and keeping it in the Top 10 for 25 weeks, sparking worldwide acclaim.
Also featured in the TV drama Cold Case, this song gently stays by your side when you want to heal the pain of a breakup or linger in memories of someone special.
Tear-jerker Western songs: World’s recommended sob-inducing tracks (51–60)
ChinaTori Amos
A track that sings the lament of heartbreak.
It was released as a single in 1992 by the American singer-songwriter Tori Amos.
It is considered one of her most classic ballads.
It reached No.
51 on the UK charts.
HelloAdele
It’s a hit tune that used to play on FM radio all the time, with a deeply reverberant vocal that leaves an impression like it keeps resonating deep in your ears.
When you listen to it at times of extreme fatigue, when your emotions feel drained, it seems to soothe you and revive your spirit.
I’m SorryAli Gatie
A heart-piercing love song filled with aching emotions.
The sweet, gentle vocals beautifully capture the complex feelings of love and regret.
Released in January 2024, this gem of a ballad carries the wish to mend a precious relationship.
It will surely resonate with anyone who has experienced heartbreak or separation.
The tender guitar tones and the drum rhythm intertwine exquisitely, wrapping the listener’s heart in warmth.
When you want to quietly shed tears alone, listening to this song will surely soothe your soul.
Tears can be so softChristine&the Queens
An emotionally moving track where wistful strings and a crystalline vocal seep into the heart.
The delicate lyrics convey deep longing and a sense of loss for loved ones.
It carries a resonant message that shedding tears can bring healing and release.
Scheduled for inclusion on the album “PARANOÏA, ANGELS, TRUE LOVE,” set for release in June 2023, the piece was created with inspiration from Marvin Gaye’s music.
It’s a song I especially recommend to those who have lost someone dear or who struggle to express their emotions openly.
It may become an opportunity to face yourself through tears.
Tears In HeavenEric Clapton
It’s a classic number that naturally brings tears to your eyes.
It’s known as a song Eric Clapton himself sang about his son who died in an accident.
The sight of him singing earnestly about his son while playing acoustic guitar moved many people.
It’s said that by channeling his grief into music, Eric Clapton was able to overcome the tragic accident.
Fingers CrossedLauren Spencer Smith
A candid portrayal of heartbreak’s pain, this moving ballad strikes straight at the heart.
The sweet, aching vocal reaches deep into the listener’s soul.
It quickly captured people’s hearts on TikTok and topped the charts in Ireland and Norway.
Released in January 2022, it was reportedly produced at home using a laptop.
The way it cleverly conveys the emptiness of love’s promises through the expression “crossing fingers” is especially striking.
Anyone who’s felt the sting and frustration of a breakup will surely relate.
Why not let yourself cry it all out once in a while and give your heart a detox?