A ballad that will definitely make you cry at karaoke
At after-parties following drinking sessions or celebrations, the mood can sometimes turn reflective.
This is especially common during karaoke at second parties for clubs or circles.
Many people might wonder, “What kind of songs should I sing at times like that?”
So this time, we’ve picked out some tear-jerking classics for those situations.
Assuming you’ll be singing them at karaoke, we’ve chosen songs that aren’t too difficult, so be sure to check them out!
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Ballads That Always Make You Cry at Karaoke (11–20)
Stop the clockCarmen Maki
A masterpiece imbued with a beautiful melody that resonates in the heart and deep emotional richness.
Carmen Maki’s powerful yet delicate vocals brilliantly express the pure feelings of two lovers.
One of Carmen Maki’s signature works that brought a fresh breeze to Japan’s rock scene in the 1970s.
Included on the album “Carmen Maki & OZ,” it became a major hit, selling over 100,000 copies.
Its wish to preserve precious moments with a lover forever strikes a deep chord in listeners.
Sing it at an after-party or a second-party karaoke session, and it will surely elevate the atmosphere.
It’s also a perfect song for when you want to convey the feelings you keep in your heart.
Since that day you weren’t here…Acid Black Cherry
This song tries to deliver cherished memories and love to someone precious who is no longer here.
It was released as the concluding piece of “Project Shangri-la,” which began in response to the sorrow of the Great East Japan Earthquake.
The striking blend of a heavy band sound and gentle melody conveys a strong will to move forward, even amid uncertainty.
Because the memories with the person we can no longer meet are portrayed in such detail, the sense of grief feels all the more pronounced.
You can strongly feel the desire to keep telling the story of the Great East Japan Earthquake and the wish not to forget the sorrow even as time passes.
Until the day I can no longer rememberback number
It’s no exaggeration to call back number the kings of love songs, but this particular song is heartbreakingly sad.
The fact that, despite being men, they can understand women’s feelings so well and write such delicate lyrics is part of their appeal.
I imagine many people find themselves in tears whether they’re singing it or just listening to it.
Friend's PoemNakamura Ataru
Atsushi Nakamura’s transparent singing voice makes this a piece that sinks deep into the heart.
The lyrics, depicting a bittersweet love, are something anyone can relate to.
The work was released in a limited run of 1,000 copies on June 28, 2005, Nakamura’s 20th birthday.
After a major-label debut, it was re-released on September 6, 2006.
The gentle tones of piano and violin tenderly envelop the story.
Singing it at karaoke might spark conversations about memories with friends.
Why not give it a try to wrap up a night out?
YOUYUI
This song is also the ending theme for the film Paradise Kiss, and since it was written specifically for it, it fits the movie perfectly.
It honestly expresses a girl’s frustration and heartache, and it brings back memories of an unforgettable love that brings me to tears.
forget-me-notYutaka Ozaki
A masterpiece where the gentle timbre of the piano intertwines with Yutaka Ozaki’s soul-stirring vocals.
Featured on his third album, Through the Broken Door, released in 1983, this song is famous for the episode that the lyrics weren’t finished until right before recording and were thought up in the hallway of the studio.
The lyrics, which sing of aching love and fleeting everyday moments, capture the hearts of young listeners and don’t let go.
Sing it at an after-party or a second round following a gathering, and it will surely move those around you.
It’s the perfect song for when you want to sink into memories or quietly shed a tear on a still night.
Ballads That Always Make You Cry at Karaoke (21–30)
Thank youMACO
When you watch the music video, it seems like this song is about losing someone you love or a partner, but in reality, it appears MACO wrote it after losing a dear friend.
It taught me both the sorrow of parting forever from someone important—whether a romantic partner, family member, or friend—and the importance of properly expressing gratitude.