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Touching Anime Ballads That Make You Cry [Moving & Heart-Wrenching]

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I started playing guitar in middle school and focused on band activities during my student years. I’ve been a hobbyist Vocaloid producer for over 15 years. After entering the workforce, I gained experience in various roles, including event sound engineering and videography/photography. As a writer, I’ve contributed introduction articles for music and manga websites, and in 2022 I had the opportunity to write the bonus liner notes for IA SUPER BEST. My specialties are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

Do you all watch anime?

The theme songs of the shows we watched tend to stick in our heads forever, don’t they?

In this article, I’ll introduce plenty of moving, heart-wrenching anime ballads that can bring you to tears.

I’ve gathered many powerful masterpieces that will make your heart tremble—songs I want even non-anime viewers to hear.

Give them a listen when you’re feeling a bit tired or in the mood for a good cry.

If you’re in love right now, you’re sure to find a song that hits just right.

If you’ve seen the anime, the combination of the song and the scenes will make the emotion even stronger.

If you haven’t seen the anime these songs come from, take this chance to check them out!

I think the songs will sink even deeper into your heart.

Tear-Jerking Anime Ballad Special [Moving & Heart-Wrenching] (101–110)

cold rainAimer

TV Anime "Mo Dao Zu Shi" Xianyun Arc Non-Credit Ending Movie [Aimer "cold rain"]

cold rainAimer

It’s an anime ballad that unfolds a grand, expansive world.

Chosen as the ending theme for season 2 of the anime “Mo Dao Zu Shi,” it’s sung by Aimer, a singer known for her husky voice.

The track is included on her sixth album, “Walpurgis,” released in 2021.

Its ethereal tone alone evokes the storytelling of the anime.

Another appeal is the profound, thought-provoking message in the lyrics that makes you reflect on your own life.

Try listening to it alone, taking your time to savor it.

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Nothing’s ImpossibleA Great Big World featuring Rachel Platten

“Nothing’s Impossible” – A Great Big World featuring Rachel Platten (theme song of the film “The Imaginary”)

Nothing’s ImpossibleA Great Big World featuring Rachel Platten

My heart trembles at the bittersweet yet beautiful vocals.

It’s a collaboration between the American duo A Great Big World and singer-songwriter Rachel Platten.

It was released digitally in November 2023 and serves as the theme song for the animated film ‘The Imaginary’ (Rudger in the Attic).

Set to a harmonious blend of piano and strings, it delivers a message filled with hope and love.

The lyrics, which sing of the power to believe in unseen possibilities, will surely resonate with those who want to overcome difficult times.

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PianissimoSTEREO DIVE FOUNDATION

Pianissimo

PianissimoSTEREO DIVE FOUNDATION

It’s an inspiring cheer song that tells you, “It’s okay to fail, it’s okay to have regrets—let’s live life as ourselves.” Composed by R・O・N and released under his solo project STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION, it was used as the ending theme for the anime Futsal Boys!!!!!.

I love the beat that feels like planting your feet firmly on the ground, step by step.

It’s like a fiery emotion wells up from deep within your heart.

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IrononakaAoi Kubo

Aoi Kubo / In the Colors (TV Anime “Tonari no Yokai-san” Ending Theme Song)

Aoi Kubo of Irononaka

This song features a heartwarming melody and moving lyrics.

Released digitally on April 6, 2024, it was used as the ending theme for the anime “Tonari no Youkai-san” (My Neighbor the Yokai).

Centered on themes of relationships, inner conflict, and personal growth, the lyrics convey self-acceptance, connection with others, and the courage to face difficulties, resonating deeply with listeners.

It’s perfect not only for anime fans but also for anyone looking to reflect on themselves.

If you’re searching for a soul-stirring, emotionally gripping masterpiece, be sure to check it out.

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Peerless BlossomAina the End

AiNA THE END – Hana Musou [Official Music Video]

Hana Musou Aina the End

A soul-stirring, epic ballad.

Written as the theme song for the film Mononoke the Movie: Chapter Two – Fire Rat, set for release on March 14, 2025, this piece beautifully blends gentle piano melodies with a stunning string arrangement.

Aina the End masterfully conveys the emotions born in the space between love and loss.

It’s a song to listen to on nights spent deep in thought, with someone dear in your mind.

Especially when your heart is wavering, this song will be there to stay close to you.

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Tear-Jerking Anime Song Ballads Special [Moving & Heartbreaking] (111–120)

Summer Snowkrage

TV anime "Raven of the Inner Palace" non-credit movie Ending Theme "Summer Snow": krage

Summer Snow krage

This is a song by krage that was chosen as the ending theme for the anime “Raven of the Inner Palace.” The lyrics incorporate Chinese—the language that is part of krage’s roots—and the music features timbres reminiscent of traditional Chinese instruments, conveying the series’ Chinese-inspired setting.

The progression from a quiet atmosphere that emphasizes piano and strings to a more powerful chorus is striking, evoking an image of emotions that cannot be contained.

The vocals, which convey a pain like letting out sorrow, resonate strongly with the listener’s heart.

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Endless EmbraceMYTH & ROID

MYTH & ROID “Endless Embrace” MV (TV anime “Made in Abyss: The Golden City of the Scorching Sun” ending theme)

Endless EmbraceMYTH & ROID

“Endless Embrace,” chosen as the ending theme for the anime Made in Abyss: The Golden City of the Scorching Sun, was released in 2022 by MYTH & ROID, a music unit centered around Tom-H@ck.

The lyrics, which perfectly match the story of an adventure revolving around a beautiful yet merciless abyss, resonate deeply.

Its driving strings and clear, transparent vocals convey a poignant yet powerful emotion.

Why not let yourself be soothed by the ethereal sound that envelops this epic world?

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