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Tear-jerking motivational songs in Western music

We’ve compiled a large collection of songs you’ll want to listen to when you want to cheer someone on—or when you need a boost yourself.

There are plenty of tracks that might just bring you to tears.

We’ve focused on Western music, so be sure to give them a listen!

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Tear-jerking motivational songs in Western music
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1eastEverybody HurtsR.E.M.The power of music to comfort a lonely heart
2eastTrue ColorsCyndi LauperAn American singer-songwriter...
3north_eastSeven Nation ArmyThe White StripesThe White Stripes’ defiant rock anthem “Seven Nation Army”
4north_eastStronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)Kelly ClarksonA powerful beat and a catchy melody are impres...
5north_eastLosing KeysJack JohnsonA melancholy track filled with a sense of defeat…
6north_eastSomeone Like YouAdeleRecovering from the end of a relationship and meeting someone new...
7north_eastDance With My FatherLuther VandrossAn American singer-songwriter...
8north_eastStayRihanna ft. Mikky EkkoA simple piano melody and a falset…
9north_eastWith or Without YouU2To the Irish rock band U2...
10north_eastCounting StarsOneRepublicA hit song that depicts the feelings of modern people
11eastTogether StrongerManic Street PreachersA magnificent alley etched with the pride of Wales…
12eastLet It All GoBirdy & RhodesRh..., a British singer-songwriter
13eastLiquor Store BluesBruno Mars ft. Damian MarleyAbout pain and sorrow, confusion, and hope for tomorrow...
14eastDemonsImagine DragonsImagi…, an American rock band
15eastInto My ArmsNick CaveAn Australian singer-songwriter…
16eastRoarKaty PerryA moving song about reclaiming one’s inner strength
17eastFlumeBon IverB…, an American indie folk band
18east22Lily AllenBritish artist Lilly …
19south_eastThe ReasonHoobastankA moving song about admitting mistakes and hoping to mend a relationship
20south_eastCrazy Crazy NightsKISSKiss’s classic cheer song, “Crazy C…”
21south_eastFix YouColdplayColdplay’s soothing song that comforts the heart
22south_eastChild’s PlaySZA ft. Chance The RapperThe American singer-songwriter SZ…
23south_eastI Dont’t Want To Miss A ThingAerosmithIt's a classic song, and I think many people can relate to it...
24south_eastDon’t Stop Believin’JourneyWhile it's important to be mindful of how others see you, "ma...
25south_eastI Hope You DanceLee Ann WomackThis song, which is country music, is new…
26south_eastHeroMariah CareyIt's a classic song, but a nostalgic one that gives me confidence...
27south_eastNo One’s Gonna Love YouBand of HorsesBand Of… is an American rock band
28south_eastThere’ll Be Sad Songs (To Make You Cry)Billy OceanA British artist active since 1969…
29south_eastSign of the TimesHarry StylesHar…, a British singer-songwriter
30south_eastUpward Over the MountainIron&WineWhisper-like vocals and dark, sorrowful lyrics...
31south_eastFree Fallin’John MayerOriginally by Tom Petty in 198...
32south_eastJealousLabrinthBritish electronic musicia…
33south_eastExit Music (For A Film)RadioheadStarring Leonardo DiCaprio...
34south_eastI Can’t Tell You WhyThe EaglesIn a couple’s relationship that has become rigid and unyielding, ...
35south_eastCleopatraThe LumineersA melancholic elderly woman reflecting on her life
36south_eastPlease, Please, Please, Let Me Get What I WantThe SmithsA song characterized by a gentle melody, about loneliness…
37eastIt’s My LifeBon JoviThe American rock band that is hugely popular in Japan...
38south_eastTime After TimeCyndi LauperBecause time cannot be stopped, people look ahead...
39south_eastBad DayDaniel PowterEven if today was a bad day, tomorrow will...
40south_eastBreakawayKelly ClarksonWithout being too bound by the old, to new things...
41south_eastTo Be With YouMr. BIGA gentle pop song that encourages a heartbroken girl
42eastWelcome to the black paradeMy Chemical RomanceThis song deals with the heavy theme of “death”…
43eastImitation of lifeR.E.M.I think this is especially true for men, but crying in front of others…
44eastWinBrian McKnightA song of courage to rise again after overcoming setbacks
45eastyou raise me upJosh GrobanJosh Groban, who is from the United States, is 20…
46eastMy Life Would Suck Without YouKelly ClarksonAs an American pop-rock singer, an adult…
47south_eastNeed You NowLady AntebellumA country music trio from the United States...
48south_eastCheerleader (Felix Jaehn Remix)OMIFight song, a crush on a cheerleader, and encouragement
49south_eastI Believe I Can FlyR. KellyIt's a classic American graduation song, especially for elementary school...
50south_eastFight SongRachel PlattenJust as Japan has its classic cheer songs, A...
51eastStill I FlySpencer LeeA song that gently encourages and boosts motivation
52eastStop Your CryingSpiritualizedSongs with the nuance of “don’t cry” are in Japanese music...
53eastWe Are The WorldUSA For AfricaCreated for a fundraising campaign to combat famine in Africa…
54eastI Will Not BowBreaking BenjaminAn alternative rock ba… that’s hugely popular in the United States
55eastTubthumpingChumbawambaThis song was used on a soccer program in Japan...
56south_eastLose YourselfEminemThe well-known masterpiece by Eminem, “Los…”
57south_eastHigh HopesKodalineThe band Kodaline from Ireland...
58eastI’ll Be There For YouPrimal ScreamA rose that sings, “I’ll stay by your side no matter what happens…”
59south_eastChasing PavementsAdeleDeep, dynamic sound and vibrant vocal sensibility...
60south_eastFocusAriana GrandeA rich, rhythm-and-blues sound...
61south_eastFeeling GoodAviciiA melodious track with a sense of storytelling...
62south_eastUptown GirlBilly JoelSophisticated modern vocals and guitar tei...
63south_eastAtomicBlondieHigh-energy pop sensibilities and a moody...
64south_eastThree Little BirdsBob MarleyRenowned as a pioneer of reggae and highly stylish…
65south_eastDaddy CoolBoney MThe disco-funk band sound is stylish...
66south_eastTreasureBruno MarsA melodic piece containing a dancer-like taste...
67south_eastFirst TimeCarly Rae JepsenA majestic mood and a melodious track po...
68south_eastGet LuckyDaft PunkA melody with a discotheque-like vibe…
69south_eastBurnEllie GouldingSophisticated beat approach and vocals...
70south_eastGoing OnGnarls BarkleyA wistful, seasoned vocal with a straightforward...
71south_eastPapiJennifer LopezA high-sense track approach and upper…
72south_eastDon’t Stop BelievingJourneyThe allure lies in their outstanding, authentic pop sensibilities...
73south_eastRiseKaty PerryCatchy melodic sensibilities and a popp...
74south_eastBad RomanceLady GagaMelodic yet imbued with the powerful drive of electro…
75south_eastHairLittle MixShow the profound depth that lies behind the grand world of pop.
76south_eastU Can’t Touch ThisMC HammerA dancer-like, fast-paced beat and cha...
77south_eastMe TooMeghan TrainorAn artist whose pop vocal sensibilities truly shine...
78south_eastParty In The U.S.A.Miley CyrusA catchy, poppy melody that lingers perfectly in your ears...
79south_eastI Can’t WaitNu ShoozAn artist with a strong disco-funk flavor…
80south_eastHappyPharrell WilliamsA driving beat and a euphoric melody…
81south_eastAnywhereRita OraA skillful sound imbued with a Latin groove...
82south_eastBraveSara BareillesSophisticated vocal work and an urban sou...
83south_eastToo MuchSpice GirlsRefreshing vocals and stylish musicality…
84south_eastLondon CallingThe ClashA legend as a classic rock band...
85south_eastLean On Me ft. Mary J. Blige, Bono, The Family, R. Kelly, Crystal LewisKirk FranklinYou can rely on me—you can lean on my shoulder…
86south_eastEvery teardrop is a waterfallColdplayIf they can help it, no one wants to shed tears…
87south_eastJust oneHoobastankLife doesn’t always go the way you want…
88eastSunny Day SundaySentimental BusTied up with the “Pocari Sweat” commercial...
89eastGoodbye, TearsKyu SakamotoThis piercing singing voice, those straight, soaring high notes. Wha…
90eastI Have A DreamABBAA discotheque-style pop sound that lingers in your ears...
91eastThe SignAce of BaseThe dubby sound style accentuates the laid-back vibe…
92eastBaby BoyBeyoncéPowerful vocal sensibilities and rhythm and bl...
93eastChain ReactionDiana RossRenowned as a charismatic figure in disco-soul and dazzlingly glamorous...
94eastDoing It WrongDrake Ft Stevie WonderBy the Canadian rapper Drake...
95eastSave MyselfEd SheeranI have to save myself—self-ca…
96eastWithout YouHarry NilssonOriginally by Badfinger, 19...
97eastChandelierSiaAustralian singer-songwriter…
98eastEleanor RigbyThe BeatlesThe Bea… , a British rock band
99eastTonightLykke LiThe Swedish singer-songwriter...
100eastHey YouPink FloydTo someone in a hopeless and pitiable situation...