A Tearful Farewell Song: A Love Song About Parting with Someone You Love
Even when you understand it in your head, an unexpected breakup with a partner is hard because your feelings can’t keep up.
Everyone has different reasons for breaking up, but I imagine most people feel the same way—“it hurts,” “I just want to cry.”
In this article, we’re picking out tear-jerking breakup songs from popular love songs.
Focusing on tracks that sing about lingering feelings of love, we’ll introduce breakup songs that stay close to your heart.
When you feel like crying, give them a listen.
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[Tear-Jerking Farewell Songs] Love songs about parting with someone you love (71–80)
The Other Side of Meaiko
Aiko is one of those artists who’s always there for every stage of love, gently staying by your side.
This song, which served as the ending theme for the drama “Suteki na Sen TAXI,” written by Bakarhythm and starring Yutaka Takenouchi, soothes the sadness of parting with a melody so bright you wouldn’t think it was a breakup song.
You kind of knew that goodbye was coming, but you pretended not to, struggled anyway, acted like you didn’t understand, and hoped for a dramatic twist in the end…
Aiko is always the one who gives voice to those tender, wavering feelings.
fireworks (launched into the sky)DAOKO × Kenshi Yonezu
It’s a collaboration between DAOKO, a rapper known for her whispery voice, and singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu.
The song is also well-known as a tie-in for the anime film “Fireworks.” Like fireworks launched into the night sky, it shines brilliantly yet carries a hint of melancholy, making it a classic that evokes the end of summer.
by next timeaiko
A heartbreaking breakup song by aiko that has earned overwhelming support from fans as a “hidden gem” and a song they wish she’d perform live more often.
It portrays the lonely state of a woman who senses her lover’s change of heart, agonizes over what she should do, and ultimately decides to part ways.
Realizing that she’s no longer important to the other person while being unable to let go of her love is truly painful and agonizing.
Like the female protagonist of “Kondo made wa,” it would be wonderful if, in the end, we could accept our own realization and make a positive choice.
Goodbye, LipsHarleo
This song, “Sayonara Kuchibiru,” also served as the theme for the film of the same name.
In the movie, it’s performed by HarLeo, a guitar duo portrayed by Nana Komatsu and Mugi Kadowaki.
The lyrics and music were written by Motohiro Hata, and the track is distinguished by his heart-grippingly poignant words and melody.
For anyone going through a breakup, its melancholy may feel almost painfully real—likely a song that will make you cry and keep on crying.
Komatsu’s and Kadowaki’s gentle, sweet vocals also invite tears in this number.
Blueberry NightsMacaroni Enpitsu
The rock band Macaroni Enpitsu.
Their vocalist, Hattori, wrote a song inspired by his ex-girlfriend called “Blueberry Nights.” The song portrays the pain of being caught in a love triangle and the sadness of being treated coldly by a boyfriend.
Although it’s told from a woman’s perspective, there are parts that men can relate to as well.
The track is also known for its many suggestive, thought-provoking phrases.
Give it a listen and add your own interpretation.
MyraTani Yuuki
“Myra,” sung by Tani Yuuki, went viral after a TikTok post and then exploded in popularity, leading to its digital release in July 2020.
At first, you might think it’s a love song depicting the everyday life of a couple getting along well, but the gripping lyrics and unfolding story draw you in, making you feel as if you’re watching a romantic drama.
It’s a track where a once-smooth relationship gradually falls out of sync and becomes irreparable—the unstoppable feelings pierce painfully through.
SoulmateYuika
A song by Yuika that portrays the pain of heartbreak and the hope for new love.
It begins with a quiet piano melody, gradually layering in a full band sound—a structure that expresses both the sorrow of parting and the resolve to make a new start.
Many listeners have likely found encouragement in the lyrics, which offer the courage to move past a former romance and step into the future.
Released in October 2023, the track was also used as an insert song in “Koisuru Shumatsu Homestay 2024 Winter.” It’s a perfect song for those who have experienced heartbreak or are about to begin a new relationship.
Its heartfelt lyrics and Yuika’s delicate vocals are sure to soothe the listener’s soul.