Sad songs I want to sing at karaoke

Heartbreak ~Are you happy now?~Sonar Pocket

Sonar Pocket “Heartbreak ~Are You Happy Now?~” [MV Short]

The sixth digital single by the three-man music group Sonar Pocket, released on December 12, 2012.

It’s a slow-tempo heartbreak song that expresses a man’s feelings as he can’t forget his ex-girlfriend.

It’s a track meant to be sung with deep emotion.

What is emotion?This is LAST

This is LAST “What Is Emotion” (insert song for ABEMA’s ‘Hanetaba to Ookami-chan ni wa Damasarenai’) MUSIC VIDEO

A heart-wrenching vocal performance that hits you in the chest—This is LAST’s breakup song.

The protagonist’s feelings as they struggle with an ex-lover’s marriage are expressed in delicate words.

You can feel the conflict of needing to move forward while being unable to truly forget.

Released in March 2023, the track was also featured as insert music on an ABEMA dating show.

Anyone who has experienced the pain of love will find the lyrics deeply relatable.

When you want to heal the wounds of heartbreak, listening alone in your room might be just right.

Through this song, why not take some time to face your own emotions?

maybeYOASOBI

YOASOBI “Tabun” Official Music Video

This song by YOASOBI, a unit known for creating music based on novels, has a different vibe from their previous tracks, doesn’t it? It’s a slow-tempo ballad with a remarkably soft sound, yet you can still clearly feel the groove—impressive as always! The lyrics depict the story of a couple who gradually grew apart and eventually broke up.

The words of the protagonist, who blames themselves, saying it was their fault, are heartbreakingly moving.

Good-bye daysYUI for Kaoru Amaoto

YUI　『Good-bye days ～2012 ver.～』

Good-bye Days is a signature song by YUI, a singer-songwriter from Fukuoka.

It was released as the theme song for the film Midnight Sun, which also marked her debut as an actress.

Both the film and the song became major hits: the film grossed over 1 billion yen, and the single sold more than 200,000 copies.

It’s a track that conveys the fragility of life and the preciousness of awkward, sincere love.

You’re sure to relate to the honest, straightforward lyrics.

nape (of the neck)aiko

aiko - “Eriashi” music video

A precious person I lost precisely because I couldn’t cherish them.

Even as time passes and we each walk our own paths, my chest aches a little whenever I spot someone with nape-length hair like theirs.

This is a wistful love ballad that sings of the time we truly shared, tempered with a lingering regret.

aiko’s slightly husky voice amplifies the emotion, making it a deeply moving track.

It’s a sad song, but a classic you’ll want to sing at karaoke.

Happy Endingback number

back number – “Happy End” Music Video

When it comes to tearjerkers at karaoke, breakup songs are a must! The one I want to introduce is this signature track by back number.

The lyrics are written from the perspective of a woman who still loves the man but ends up breaking up with him.

What makes this song truly moving and tear-inducing is the woman’s earnest, selfless behavior.

Even during the breakup conversation, she puts on a brave face and acts cheerful, and that facade brings a wave of heartache that’s sure to make you cry.

back number is a go-to artist for karaoke, and I think it’s a great choice for anyone, regardless of gender.

Highly recommended.

Spring DayAimyon

Aimyon – Harunohi [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Written as the theme song for the film “Crayon Shin-chan: Honeymoon Hurricane ~The Lost Hiroshi~,” it also portrays the Nohara family, who are Shin-chan’s family.

It’s a number that sings about those small misunderstandings that happen in our endlessly ordinary, thoughtless everyday lives.

If you’ve ended up fighting with family or friends, try singing this song and take a moment to reflect on your feelings.