Ranking of Tear-Jerking Western Songs [2025]

Only When I SleepThe Corrs85rank/position

The Corrs – Only When I Sleep [Official Video]

It’s a very heartrending song about how I can only meet you in my dreams.

I think there are many people who, no matter how much they love someone, can’t be by their side.

I’m sure those people will absolutely relate when they listen to this song.

It’s such a bittersweet song that it brought me to tears.

Thank YouEstelle86rank/position

Estelle – Thank You [Official Video]

These are very mature lyrics in which the singer thanks the person by saying, “Thanks to the pain I went through after meeting you, I became a true woman.” To be honest, it might be hard to feel this way unless you’re an adult.

But I think it shows that you can choose to see things like this, too, so it’s a song I really want you to listen to.

Could’ve BeenTiffany87rank/position

Tiffany – Could’ve Been

This song is a love ballad that tenderly conveys feelings of regret.

I felt that many people could relate to the thought, “If only I had done things differently back then, could the two of us still be together as lovers?” No matter what kind of relationship you have, there are times when you go on living with regret.

It’s a song that really makes you think.

lesson learnedMatt Hansen88rank/position

Matt Hansen – lesson learned (official visualizer)

Released in April 2024, this song beautifully portrays the pain and lessons of heartbreak.

Matt Hansen’s grounded vocals blend wonderfully with the acoustic tones, resulting in a piece that truly resonates.

Featured on the album “GRAVITY,” it has struck a chord with many listeners through Hansen’s emotive singing and profound lyrics.

The feelings of regret over the end of a relationship, coupled with the wish that he hadn’t caused the other person pain, are especially striking.

It’s a perfect track for those looking to heal from heartbreak or take a new step forward.

FriendsThe Beach Boys89rank/position

The Beach Boys – Friends

The melody is very mysterious.

It’s written about a long-standing friendship.

The lyrics themselves aren’t particularly sad, yet the distinctive melody and atmosphere somehow bring tears to your eyes.

It’s a charming, quintessentially Beach Boys track that makes you want to see your friends.

We are the WorldUSA For Africa90rank/position

USA For Africa – We Are The World (HQ official Video)

It’s one of the most famous charity songs, isn’t it? I imagine many of you are very familiar with it.

Under the leadership of Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie, who were at the forefront of the pop industry, renowned musicians and artists gathered to record it.

The song carries a message wishing for everlasting world peace.

AngieThe Rolling Stones91rank/position

The Rolling Stones – Angie – OFFICIAL PROMO (Version 1)

Included on the 1973 album Goats Head Soup.

A four-piece rock band from London formed in 1962.

The lyrical acoustic guitar and gently played piano are striking, giving it a fragile, ephemeral atmosphere.

Carried by that sound, Mick’s emotionally charged vocals are truly moving to the point of tears.