Heart-wrenching Western songs recommended for middle schoolers: world-class masterpieces and popular hits
I’ve put together a selection of tear-jerker Western songs recommended for junior high school students.
Junior high is arguably the most emotionally sensitive time in life.
In such a period, songs that make you cry can quietly stay by your side, resonate with your feelings, and sometimes hold a very important place.
Why not translate the English lyrics and try to grasp the songwriter’s intentions?
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Tearjerker Western songs recommended for junior high school students: World classics and popular tracks (21–30)
Missing you1st Lady
A song with a somewhat wistful, simple melody that brings tears to your eyes.
Its tone carries a hidden sweetness, and it’s a track I’d love cool girls to listen to.
You can’t help but be captivated by the emotional, beautiful vocals nestled within the piano melody.
Someone Like YouAdele
Adele’s famous song about heartbreak.
Youth isn’t all fun—there will surely be breakups and bitter experiences too.
In times like that, don’t be crushed; I hope you’ll listen to this song.
Adele’s powerful vocals are also captivating.
Tearjerker Western Songs Recommended for Junior High School Students: World-Class Masterpieces and Popular Tracks (31–40)
ComplicatedAvril Lavigne
Among Avril’s songs, one track in particular is famously known for making listeners cry: “”.
While it can hardly be called a recent release, its unique mood—combined with Avril’s age at the time—will undoubtedly move today’s high school students to tears.
XoBeyoncé
Beyoncé is extremely well-known in Japan thanks to Naomi Watanabe’s dance impressions.
While some of her music videos may be a bit too provocative for middle schoolers, she also has many moving ballads.
With her powerful vocals spanning a wide range and undeniable charisma, she has produced hit after hit.
This song, too, captivates as a strong, heartfelt ballad.
Blowing In The WindBob Dylan
It goes without saying that this is Bob Dylan’s classic “Blowin’ in the Wind.” Although it’s an older song and might seem a bit early for younger listeners, I strongly feel that it’s precisely high school students—living in the heart of their youth—who should hear it.
It leaves something warm in your chest and continues to soothe the heart, a truly wonderful piece of music.
When i was your manBruno Mars
A Bruno Mars classic.
The gentle piano and melodic lines are incredibly soothing.
The lyrics, sung while reminiscing about a past lover, are poignant and truly tug at the heartstrings.
It’s a song that’s sure to bring tears to your eyes, especially after a heartbreak.
Tonight I’m Getting Over YouCarly Rae Jepsen
This song portrays the budding feelings of love in a pop, cute, teenage-girl style.
It fully brings out the adorable charm of a girl in love, making it irresistibly heartwarming.
The melody is also very pleasant, and it’s the kind of track that might just make you fall in love if you listen to it with someone you’re interested in.