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Ranking of Tear-Jerking Western Songs [2025]

We’re introducing the latest top 100 ranking of tear-jerking Western songs, all at once, ordered by the highest number of plays!

Whether it’s a moving song or a sad one, why not let yourself be carried away by the music and have a good cry now and then?

Use it to relieve stress and as a push to move forward.

The playlist is updated weekly.

Playlist

Ranking of Tear-Jerking Western Songs [2025]
show_chartTitlePlaylistOne point
1PhotographEd SheeranAs the title “Photograph” suggests, the family…
2The Heart Wants What It WantsSelena GomezAt the beginning of this song, Selena Gomez…
3One Last TimeAriana GrandeA sweet, heartrending singing voice resonates deep within the heart...
4See You Again ft. Charlie PuthWiz KhalifaA moving ballad that sings of friendship and the hope of reunion
5Tears In HeavenEric ClaptonRequiem for Eric Clapton’s Son
6Someone You LovedLewis CapaldiA poignant piano melody and a heart-stirring bo...
7White horseTaylor SwiftTaylor Swift's classic song about heartbreak
8HappierEd SheeranBittersweetness in Ed Sheeran’s breakup song
9I Want It That WayBackstreet BoysHit songs by the Backstreet Boys
10Time After TimeCyndi LauperA song of deep love and bonds, a connection that transcends time...
11One Call AwayCharlie PuthA masterpiece that sings of unconditional support for a loved one
12Someone Like YouAdeleAdele’s poignant love songs: lingering attachment and letting go
13When You’re GoneAvril LavigneA heart-touching ballad that sings of farewell and the pain of love
14Viva La VidaColdplayColdplay's beautiful song is moving.
15Don’t Look Back In AngerOasisOasis’s classic anthem, a message of hope and solidarity
16It’ll Be OkayShawn MendesThe pain of parting and the moving power of unchanging love
17SomedayMariah CareyThe strength of a woman overcoming the pain of a broken heart
18Need You NowLady AntebellumA country [artist/person] from the state of Tennessee in the United States...
19Wish You The BestLewis CapaldiA poignant ballad that conveys the heart’s cry through song
20When I Was Your ManBruno MarsA heartfelt ballad that sings of the pain of a broken heart
21Bad DayDaniel PowterIt was a big hit in Japan too, so you must have heard it at least once...
22You’re BeautifulJames BluntA global hit song by a singer from the United Kingdom
23HonestyBilly JoelBilly Joel’s famous song that sings about honesty
24High HopesPanic! At The DiscoAn invigorating song that boosts a positive mindset
25I’m YoursJason MrazA masterpiece whose acoustic guitar tones soothe the loneliness of summer
26My Heart Will Go OnCéline DionTitanic theme song, a famous masterpiece that sings of love
27If I Were A BoyBeyoncéA song of a betrayed woman's sorrow and resolve
28Castle on the HillEd SheeranA moving song portraying love for one’s hometown and youthful days
29You Break Me FirstTate McRaeTate McRae’s heartbreak song
30I Will Always Love YouWhitney HoustonA moving ballad that pledges eternal love
31BeautifulChristina AguileraI think it’s a song that everyone has heard at least once…
32PayphoneMaroon 5Even people who don’t listen to much Western music know the name Maroon 5…
33CirclesPost MaloneForeign song lyrics are difficult, but they have unexpected depth too.
34ImagineJohn LennonImagination has the power to change your life.
35Love the way you lieEminemEminem’s shocking love song, featuring Rihanna
36FireworkKaty PerryIn August 2010, Katy Perry...
37Stay With MeSam SmithA timeless song about loneliness and heartbreak reaches the world
38Cry Me A RiverJustin TimberlakeI want to cry my heart out. At times like that, in a cool and styl—
39fifteenTaylor SwiftThe iconic song “Fifteen,” which depicts Taylor Swift’s youth
40Count on meBruno MarsThe importance of friendship by Bruno Mars...
41I’ll be there for youThe RembrandtsA power-pop masterpiece that portrays friendship and love
42Fix YouColdplayA gemlike ballad filled with deep love and sorrow
43Foolish GamesJewelA poignant blend of memories of a wistful love and the pain of parting, a beau…
44What’s Going OnMarvin GayeA soul classic depicting the impact of the Vietnam War
45DesperadoThe EaglesA song that gives me a push to regain my sense of self
46Sing For The MomentEminemEminem shakes the soul with rap infused with pain
47the way things gobeabadoobeeA heartfelt ballad that sings of the pain of a broken heart
48Don’t Stop Believin’JourneyThe band Journey, which was hugely successful in 1980...
49F**kin’ PerfectP!nkA powerful, big-sisterly message song in pink
50Hard To Say I’m SorryCHICAGOThe classic song “Hard to Say,” which sings of the pain of heartbreak.
51Good Riddance (Time Of Your Life)Green DayAs a leading figure in melodic punk, long...
52Graduationbenny blanco, Juice WRLDA poignant, moving portrayal of memories and growth in high school life.
53Consequences (Orchestra)Camila CabelloA Latin artist sings about heartbreak
54Stay GoldStevie WonderA rare masterpiece by Stevie Wonder
55Counting StarsOneRepublicA five-piece rock band gaining support in the English-speaking world...
56Just The Way You AreBruno MarsThe captivating singing voice of Bruno Mars
57I’m Not The Only OneSam SmithA husband who is having an affair, and as I begin to realize it...
58Story of My LifeOne DirectionOne Direction’s smash hit, a masterpiece that makes you feel life
59Easy On MeAdeleA heart-stirring masterpiece filled with Adele’s emotions
60You And MeLifehouseA power ballad that sings of tender love. A...
61Who KnewP!nkP!nk’s thoughts for a departed friend…
62PhotographNickelbackReached No. 2 on the US Billboard singles chart...
63Tonight I’m Getting Over YouCarly Rae JepsenA pop and cute teenage girl’s…
64Forget MeLewis CapaldiLuis Ki... vividly depicts the pain of a broken heart.
65loving youMinnie RipertonA masterpiece that moves you with its beautiful melody
66Yesterday Once MoreCarpentersA classic Carpenters song that brings back memories
67Golden LadyStevie WonderThe World of Stevie Wonder’s Masterpieces
68kiss my love goodbyebettye swannA soulful classic of heartbreak steeped in melancholy, sure to bring tears.
69RoarKaty PerryJack Harlow’s ‘Lovin O…’
70HaloBeyoncéSpeaking of Beyoncé, I think of Naomi Watanabe dancing...
71the reasonHoobastankA heartfelt song for reconciliation
72FlowersMiley CyrusOvercoming heartbreak, singing of self-love and independence
73Because Of YouKelly ClarksonBy Kelly Clarkson, a woman...
74MapsMaroon 5A Maroon 5 classic with a captivating singing voice
75Lose You to Love MeSelena GomezI'm moved by Selena's heartbreak song.
76Thank YouDidoDido’s hit song “Thank You” became a huge hit.
77So SickNe-YoNe-Yo’s classic ballad depicting a heartrending romance
78Heartbreak AnniversaryGiveonIt tenderly portrays the aching emotions of heartbreak, seeping into the heart...
79Best Day Of My LifeAmerican AuthorsA hopeful, positive message and captivating…
80No SurprisesRadioheadTo a sweet melody, the nihilism of modern society...
81I Want You To Know ft. Selena GomezZeddSince the lyrics are sung from a woman's point of view, the woman…
82UntitledSimple PlanSimple Plan’s smash hit “Un…”
83Come Back To MeJanet JacksonAn earnest longing that cannot give up on love
84These Are Days10,000 Maniacs10,000 Maniacs' 'These...'
85Only When I SleepThe CorrsA song of bittersweet longing for someone I can’t meet
86Thank YouEstelleThe power of painful experiences to help you grow
87Could’ve BeenTiffanyA love song woven amid regret upon regret
88lesson learnedMatt HansenA heart-stirring song that beautifully portrays the pain and lessons of heartbreak
89FriendsThe Beach BoysThe melody is very mysterious. For many years...
90We are the WorldUSA For AfricaIconic songs by stars wishing for world peace
91AngieThe Rolling StonesAn emotional masterpiece by The Rolling Stones
92shape of youEd SheeranBacked by the fact that it became a massive hit worldwide…
93SugarMaroon 5A sweet love song that moves hearts at a wedding
94PerfectEd SheeranEd Sheeran's love song, heart-stirring
95SorryJustin BieberThe feeling of wanting to apologize to my ex...
96Thinking Out LoudEd SheeranA masterpiece whose heartfelt lyrics move you
97Let Her GoPassengerWe take things for granted and lose something, and only then, for the first time...
98FadedAlan WalkerSomehow happy, yet tinged with a bittersweet feeling…
99Blank SpaceTaylor SwiftTaylor’s self-deprecating song that laughs off heartbreak
100HelloAdeleThe British singer Adele, in 2015...
101eastHow Can I Love You (Without Breaking Your Heart)The Struts“How …,” released in February 2024