Popular Depressive Songs: Western Music Artist Rankings [2025]

TroublemakerOlly Murs ft. Flo Rida71rank/position

Olly Murs – Troublemaker ft. Flo Rida

In this upbeat, catchy song, he sings about calling the girl who stirs up his heart a troublemaker.

Of course, that’s really his feelings in reverse, but that kind of twisted, can’t-look-at-things-straight-on attitude is pretty common in love, isn’t it? Don’t you middle schoolers have a lot of moments like that too?

Just Like A PillP!nk72rank/position

P!nk – Just Like A Pill (Official Video)

A track released as a single in 2002 by the American singer P!nk.

It sings about breaking free from a painful relationship.

The track was a hit worldwide, reaching No.

1 on the charts in the UK and Scotland.

Gust of WindPharrell Williams73rank/position

Pharrell Williams – Gust of Wind (Video)

It was included on Pharrell Williams’s second album, G I R L, and was later released as the tenth single.

It’s also known for featuring Daft Punk.

The song’s subtly robotic, digital vibe feels somewhat autumnal.

It’s one of those tracks you’ll want to tell your friends about!

creepRadiohead74rank/position

Radiohead – Creep

It’s a classic that has been covered by many Japanese female artists.

It feels like you’re watching someone’s insecurities explode in front of the woman he loves: it starts with him singing in a calm, murmuring tone, but by the end he’s practically screaming, to the point that your own chest feels like it’s going to burst just listening to it.

Anywhere Away From HereRag’n’Bone Man & P!nk75rank/position

Rag’n’Bone Man & P!nk – Anywhere Away From Here (Official Video)

If you want to listen to “dark” songs to sink into your feelings but still end with a sense of being saved, I recommend ‘Anywhere Away From Here.

’ It’s a duet by Rag’n’Bone Man and P!nk, and its simple arrangement of piano and vocals is striking.

While Japanese translations of the lyrics exist, they’re highly lyrical and quite enigmatic, so I suggest listening and interpreting them in your own way.

You know meRobbie Williams76rank/position

Robbie Williams | You Know Me (Official Video)

It’s a song about regrets overflowing without end, and personally, I even feel like it’s almost negative promotion.

Because it’s an ex who I felt truly knew my real self, it’s hard to fully move on.

That’s the gist of the lyrics, but the song itself has a somewhat light, pop feel and is easy to listen to.

Lost BoyRuth B77rank/position

Ruth B. – Lost Boy (Official Video)

Ruth B, a female artist from Canada, is a powerhouse singer who has been drawing attention and receiving high praise both at home and abroad.

Among her works, the “yami” (melancholic) song I especially recommend is Lost Boy.

It’s built around a quiet, piano-driven melody, and some listeners might feel a vibe similar to Billie Eilish in certain phrases.

While it’s a dark track, it’s not overly gloomy, making it a good pick for those who are feeling just a little down.