[2025 Edition] Tearjerkers! A Compilation of Recommended Latest Western Music Ballads

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

No matter the era, magnificent ballads with heart-wrenching melodies and sound continue to move countless music fans.

Across genre preferences, most people can quickly think of one or two ballad songs they count among their favorites.

Among such ballads, this time we’re focusing on “tear-jerking ballads,” delivering a selection that includes the latest popular tracks as well as hidden gem ballads tucked away on albums.

Even if you don’t understand the lyrics, these songs are moving enough to make you cry—but this review also touches on the lyrical content, so be sure to use it as a reference.

[2025 Edition] Tearjerkers! Recommended Latest Western Ballads Roundup (41–50)

Fingers CrossedLauren Spencer Smith

Lauren Spencer Smith – Fingers Crossed

Fingers CrossedLauren Spencer Smith

A wistful, emotional track that swept through TikTok and captured hearts around the world, this is a standout ballad.

Lauren Spencer Smith’s soaring vocals vividly convey the pain and frustration of heartbreak.

The lyric’s “crossing fingers” metaphor is striking, deftly portraying the emptiness of love’s promises.

Released in January 2022, it reached number one on the charts in Ireland and Norway.

Anyone who’s been deeply in love will surely relate, but thanks to its simple, catchy melody, listeners of all ages can enjoy it.

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In conclusion

As I mentioned at the beginning, when you listen to songs like the ones introduced here, even if you don’t understand English, just being enveloped by the melody, vocals, and sound can move you to tears.

Be sure to use translation features to read the lyrics in Japanese as well, and discover the messages infused with the artists’ feelings for a whole new sense of inspiration!