Top Cry-Inducing Western Songs Ranking [2025]

I’m YoursJason Mraz36rank/position

Jason Mraz – I’m Yours (Official Video) [4K Remaster]

A heartwarming love song wrapped in kindness and warmth.

Jason Mraz’s gentle vocals and the light, cheerful sound of the ukulele bring a comfort reminiscent of a sunny summer day.

The lyrics convey the feeling of being in love in a straightforward way—so honest it’s almost embarrassing—and you can’t help but smile.

Released in 2008, the song became a global hit, staying on the U.

S.

Billboard charts for 76 weeks.

It’s perfect not only for high school students in the midst of their youth, but for anyone who wants to express their feelings to someone special.

If you have emotions you haven’t yet put into words, this song might give you the courage to do so.

I Gotta FeelingThe Black Eyed Peas37rank/position

The Black Eyed Peas – I Gotta Feeling (Official Music Video)

A classic by The Black Eyed Peas.

It’s a wonderful track that carries the scent of youth.

As you listen, happy memories naturally come flooding back, filling you with warmth.

Beneath its bright, dance-style melody, there’s a hint of bittersweetness—absolutely a song you should experience while you’re young.

One Call AwayCharlie Puth38rank/position

Charlie Puth – One Call Away [Official Video]

This song, which celebrates unconditional support for a loved one, is a classic that deeply resonates with people struggling with long-distance relationships or physical separation.

Released in August 2015 by American singer-songwriter Charlie Puth, this pop-soul ballad features a warm melody with gospel influences.

As the second single from his debut album, Nine Track Mind, it peaked at No.

12 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified triple platinum.

It’s a recommended track for those who spend a lot of time apart from their partner or loved ones, and for anyone hoping to build a supportive relationship.

Apologize ft. OneRepublicTimbaland39rank/position

Timbaland – Apologize ft. OneRepublic

Starting with a romantic piano melody and Ryan Tedder of OneRepublic’s poignantly resonant vocals that tug at the heartstrings, this is a bittersweet love song.

Included on Timbaland’s 2007 September release Shock Value, the track is a gem of a ballad that portrays the fate of a broken romance.

The superb production by the American producer Timbaland breathed new life into the original song, propelling it to No.

2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and keeping it in the Top 10 for 25 weeks, sparking worldwide acclaim.

Also featured in the TV drama Cold Case, this song gently stays by your side when you want to heal the pain of a breakup or linger in memories of someone special.

ComplicatedAvril Lavigne40rank/position

Avril Lavigne – Complicated (Official Video)

Among Avril’s songs, one track in particular is famously known for making listeners cry: “”.

While it can hardly be called a recent release, its unique mood—combined with Avril’s age at the time—will undoubtedly move today’s high school students to tears.

HalleluijahPentatonix41rank/position

Pentatonix – Hallelujah (Official Video)

This song titled “Hallelujah” was originally sung by Leonard Cohen in 1975.

Many singers have covered it since, and in 2016 the American a cappella group Pentatonix performed a cover of the song.

Take a bowRihanna42rank/position

Rihanna – Take A Bow

This song is included on the 2007 album Good Girl Gone Bad.

Sung by Rihanna, a singer-songwriter and model from Barbados, this breakup song is distinguished by its beautiful, memorable melody.