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Songs That Make You Cry: Heart-Wrenching Western Music—from Timeless Classics to the Newest Hits

Active club DJKento
Active as a club DJ. Centered on dance music, they mix a wide range of genres including US hip-hop and J-rap, captivating audiences with their unique musical style.
music writerKOH-1
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!

There are times when, instead of listening to music to get pumped up or fired up, you deliberately want to listen to poignant or slightly sad songs and have a good cry alone, right?

Upbeat tracks that give you a push are great, but in this article we’ve researched and selected timeless, heart-wrenching English-language songs that empathize with listeners’ feelings, both old and new.

From classic standards to recent hits and the latest buzzworthy tracks, we’re bringing you a genre-crossing selection.

Try listening in whatever setting makes you feel most at ease—whether that’s in your bedroom or on a drive!

Tearjerkers! Heartbreaking Western Songs — From Timeless Classics to the Latest Hits — (161–170)

Fall On MeA Great Big World, Christina Aguilera

Fall On Me

Fall On MeA Great Big World, Christina Aguilera

Fall On Me is a collaboration between Christina Aguilera and A Great Big World.

It showcases an emotional side of Christina, different from her usual, full-throttle R&B intensity.

Highly recommended for those who enjoy tear-jerking R&B.

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In conclusion

From timeless classics that have been loved for years to the latest tracks likely to become future standards, we’ve brought you a selection of tear-jerking, heart-wrenching songs.

Did you discover a new favorite bittersweet song among the ones introduced in this article? When you feel sad or weighed down, let it all out and detox by having a good cry while listening to your favorite tunes!