Breakup songs in Western music that were hits in the '90s. World-famous classics and popular tracks.
A heart-wrenching, lyrical breakup song whose melody and lyrics are truly captivating.
This time, we’re introducing hits from the ’90s.
Since they’re Western songs, be sure to pay attention to the lyrics.
It can be fun to look up the lyrics on a translation site, too.
Let’s paint the scenes from the literal Japanese translations.
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Breakup songs in Western music that were hits in the ’90s. World-famous classics and popular tracks (11–20)
Without YouMariah Carey
Mariah Carey’s 1994 hit.
The original song was by a 1970s rock group called Badfinger, and many artists—Mariah included—have covered it.
It’s a cover version so widespread that many people think of it as Mariah’s own song.
November RainGuns N’ Roses
A 1991 song by Guns N’ Roses.
It sings about the heartache of a love that has ended, like being struck by the cold November rain.
At nearly nine minutes long, it is the longest song ever to reach the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100.
Ex-FactorLauryn Hill
Lauryn Hill’s big hit.
It’s a famous song that’s always included on lists of R&B breakup tracks.
I want people who are in tough relationships—where there’s love but constant trouble—to listen to it.
It will soothe a heart that’s grown tired of loving.
I TryMacy Gray
A single released in 1999.
It’s the signature song of [the artist/band] and later won a Grammy Award.
The lyrics depict someone trying to break up before getting hurt, yet finding themselves at a loss for words.
Despite being a heartbreak song, it has a poppy and upbeat feel.
Kiss the RainBillie Myers
It’s a single from 1997 and essentially Billie Myers’s only hit.
It’s about feelings that don’t reach the other person.
She can’t be by their side, but she wants them to kiss the rain—because then her feelings will reach them.
It’s a very heartbreaking lyric.
On Bended KneeBoyz II Men
Released in November 1994, this is a heart-wrenching breakup song.
Its lyrics—an apology to a loved one and a plea for reconciliation—resonated deeply with many listeners.
The sound is steeped in the signature charm of 90s R&B, with piano and synthesizers beautifully supporting the soulful vocals.
The gorgeous harmonies woven by the members of Boyz II Men stir the listener’s emotions.
Released as a single from the album “II,” it became a major hit on the Billboard charts.
It’s the perfect track for soothing the pain of heartbreak or reaffirming your bond with someone special.
Breakup songs in Western music that were hits in the ’90s: World-famous and popular tracks (21–30)
I Drive Myself CrazyNSYNC
This song was released in 1999 as NSYNC’s seventh single.
It sings of the helpless frustration of realizing your feelings only after a breakup.
It’s one of the few tracks where Justin Timberlake is not the lead vocalist.