[2025] Best Unrequited Love Songs in Western Music for Women

UnconditionallyKaty Perry

Katy Perry – Unconditionally (Official)

This is a song by America’s iconic songstress, Katy Perry, about unconditional love.

She sings very soulfully that she doesn’t expect anything in return—she simply loves you.

Just having someone who can pour so much love into you is, in itself, a blessing, isn’t it?

JubelKlingande

Klingande – Jubel (Official Video HD)

French DJ and producer Klingande’s 2013 smash hit “Jubel” means “jubilation” or “joy” in German.

The song is known for its minimalist lyrics and catchy melody that connect with listeners on an emotional level.

In particular, the repeated phrase “Save me” expresses the intense emotional fluctuations of unrequited love and is likely to resonate with many.

Characterized by a melodic, tropical sound, “Jubel” carries a bittersweet yet hopeful atmosphere, symbolizing both the tanginess and beauty of one-sided love.

It’s recommended for women who want to express their feelings brightly and positively while experiencing unrequited love.

Through its excellent music and melody, the track conveys the happiness that arrives after setbacks and long anticipation.

I Can’t Make You Love MeBonnie Raitt

Bonnie Raitt – I Can’t Make You Love Me

It’s a song that straightforwardly sings about an unrequited love that seems to be nearing its end.

The bittersweet feeling that no matter how hard you try, you can’t change the other person’s heart is expressed along with a beautiful melody.

Accepting heartbreak is incredibly painful, isn’t it?

DistanceChristina Perri

christina perri feat. jason mraz – distance [official music video]

It’s a bittersweet number that sings about how long one should wait to finally call this more-than-friends, not-quite-lovers relationship “love.” It beautifully captures the complex emotions of being unable to confess one’s true feelings—painful as it is—yet being unable to walk away.

Til The World EndsBritney Spears

Britney Spears – Till The World Ends (Official Video)

A signature Britney Spears track: a very sexy, high-energy EDM song.

She boldly says some pretty provocative, edgy things to the guy—like “You can tell what kind of underwear I’m wearing, right?” and “Push me down.” And yet it still comes off as cool—classic her.

On SightCoco Jones

Coco Jones – On Sight

Coco Jones, the powerhouse who won Best R&B Performance at the 2024 Grammy Awards.

This is a perfect summer-night track from her debut album “Why Not More?”, released in April 2025.

Her strong, emotionally rich vocals riding over a sophisticated sound will capture your heart the moment you hear them.

It’s said to portray that passionate moment when you’re instantly drawn to someone and become certain of your feelings.

A music video was also produced, showcasing her expressive artistry.

Play it on a summer evening when you want to sink into a slightly grown-up mood, and it’s sure to heighten the romance.

On a night when your feelings for someone special are deepening, why not listen to this song and face your emotions?

GorgeousTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – Gorgeous (Lyric Video)

Feeling so mad at someone for being just too “gorgeous”!? This is a humor-filled unrequited love song sung by American artist Taylor Swift.

Set to a lively synth-pop sound, the lyrics strikingly portray being tongue-tied in front of a love-at-first-sight crush and the complicated feeling of liking someone so much it actually makes you angry.

Many people have probably experienced going blank the moment they see their crush or being swept away by their own emotions.

You could say it’s a song packed with that uncontrollable rush and flutter of the very moment love begins.