Tear-jerking songs I want to sing at karaoke
Do you go to karaoke to refresh yourself or relieve stress?
I think many people want to belt out songs at the top of their lungs to blow off steam, but if you want to feel even more refreshed, I recommend singing songs that make you cry!
Whether you cry while singing yourself or shed tears listening to the person you’re with sing, letting your emotions flow through a heartfelt song is a wonderful thing—and it will leave your heart feeling clear.
In this article, we’ll focus on tear-jerking songs to help you choose your setlist and introduce some recommended tracks!
Tear-jerking songs I want to sing at karaoke (1–10)
SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE
It’s a track marked by beautiful strings and a mysterious chorus.
Released in November 2022, the song was created as the theme for the film “From Siberia With Love.” In this piece, Mrs.
GREEN APPLE delves deeply into the preciousness of life and the value of living, conveying the importance of embracing the small joys and ordinary moments of each day.
Moving listeners profoundly, it emphasizes the courage to keep moving forward even when facing hardship and setbacks.
It’s a recommended song for belting out at karaoke to clear your mind, or for singing with heartfelt feelings for someone special.
YC&K
This is one of the signature songs by the vocal duo C&K, and it’s extremely popular as a tearjerker.
The first thing that will surprise you when you listen is CLIEVY’s so-called super high-tone voice—an incredibly beautiful high register that many men with an average vocal range might not be able to sing.
That’s why it’s perfect for a duet between a woman and a man, or for two women to sing together.
The lyrics depict a breakup between a man and a woman, but as you read them, it seems to suggest a parting by death.
The profound love and heartbreakingly sad story are sure to move you to tears.
rendezvousShy Taupe
This song portrays a bittersweet love, painting delicate scenes like meeting in a veil of clear rain and looking back on the proof of a love once shared.
Released as a digital-only single in April 2023, it was later included on the album “Hors d’oeuvre.” It debuted at No.
1 on the Billboard Japan Heatseekers Songs chart and has surpassed 100 million streams, capturing the hearts of many listeners.
It’s a recommended track for those who have experienced heartbreak or parting, or who want to reflect on past love.
Surrender your heart to Shitoupe’s delicate vocals and try belting it out at karaoke.
Eine KleineKenshi Yonezu
One of Kenshi Yonezu’s early signature songs, this track overflows with a gentle atmosphere.
If you take your time and read the lyrics to the end, you realize they’re about savoring the happiness of being with someone precious.
That said, before the protagonist can think that way, she struggles with all kinds of worries—feeling anxious about the parting that will come someday, or losing confidence and wondering if she really deserves to be by his side.
Yet seeing how she feels a happiness strong enough to overcome those doubts will surely make you think of your own special someone.
It’s a timeless masterpiece that hasn’t faded with the years since its release, so it’s still a great pick to sing at karaoke today.
SubtitleOfficial HIGE DANDism
Subtitle, which also attracted attention in 2022 as the theme song for the TV drama “silent.” Its world expresses a tender yet warm love story of a man and woman who reconnect in a world without sound, overflowing with feelings for someone precious.
For a Higedan song, the vocal range isn’t that high, so try immersing yourself in the gently permeating message of love and sing it with sincerity.
No matter how many times we fail, it would be wonderful if we could share with everyone the value of simply facing things honestly.
powder snowRemioromen
While “Konayuki,” one of Remioromen’s signature songs, is hugely popular as a go-to karaoke track, it’s also a renowned tearjerker.
The song is structured to soar at the chorus, and if you can sing that expansive hook well, it’s sure to feel amazing.
Plus, since the track was used as an insert song in the drama “1 Litre of Tears,” recalling the show’s story alongside the heartrending lyrics really touches the heart and can bring you to tears.
I love youback number
A love song performed by back number, written in 2022 as the theme for NHK’s morning drama series Maiagare! The straightforward katakana title “Ai Rabuyū” (I Love You) reflects their trademark down-to-earth simplicity and suits a song that moves the heart.
The anxious, aching feelings described in the lyrics are ones anyone can relate to.
And within that, it’s okay not to be special—if you can search for what only you can do and move forward at your own pace… Hold that heartwarming message close, and try singing gently, in a way that feels true to you.