Ranking of Western farewell songs [2025]
How many classic Western songs about parting do you know?
It’s wonderful to be able to sing them at occasions celebrating a send-off.
The fact that they’re in English is key, too—the lyrics aren’t too on-the-nose, so they can subtly set the mood without drawing too much attention.
It’s one of those “if you know, you know” things!
This time, I’ve picked out tracks that have been popular on YouTube so far, so be sure to check them out.
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Western Music Goodbye Songs Ranking [2025] (31–40)
Easy On MeAdele36rank/position
Adele is a singer-songwriter who represents the United Kingdom.
Speaking of Adele, she’s well known for her breakup songs.
The new track she released in January 2022 is “Easy On Me.” Unlike typical breakup songs, this one portrays the feelings of a mother going through a divorce.
As the theme suggests, the lyrics are notably heavy, yet the song is also a carefully crafted work that conveys the strength of a mother’s love for her child.
BurnUsher37rank/position
He rose to popularity as an R&B singer in the 2000s, and since the late 2010s he has been active in the dance music scene.
He has created many classic tracks, but the one I especially recommend is Burn.
Known as a masterpiece of R&B ballads, this song centers on a breakup with a lover and carries a poignant message about burning away memories.
If you want to set old memories ablaze like flames and forget them, be sure to give it a listen.
Only Love Can Hurt Like ThisPaloma Faith38rank/position
British singer-songwriter Paloma Faith.
Let me introduce “Only Love Can Hurt Like This,” a track from her album A Perfect Contradiction.
It’s a somewhat mature break-up song, with lyrics told from a woman’s perspective, depicting the sorrow of a man leaving her.
The way the sadness is likened to pain is striking.
With Faith’s rich, resonant voice and the wistful melody, it’s a song that fits a farewell scene.
Ciao AdiosAnne-Marie39rank/position
This song portrays the mindset of a strong woman who, upon discovering her lover’s betrayal, doesn’t just grieve but declares, “I won’t waste any more time on you,” and walks away.
Sung by British singer-songwriter Anne-Marie, the track stands out for its protagonist decisively cutting ties over a breezy, dancehall-inspired beat.
Released in February 2017, the song reached No.
9 on the UK charts and was included on the acclaimed album Speak Your Mind.
If you’re feeling down after being cheated on, listening to this track can blow away the sadness and give you the courage to move forward with strength.
It just might push you to stop dwelling on the past and take a step forward as a new version of yourself.
we can’t be friends (wait for your love)Ariana Grande40rank/position
Ariana Grande’s track, which stands out for its fusion of synth-pop and EDM, vividly portrays the emotions that waver between love and friendship.
Its emotional balladry and dance beats are exquisitely balanced, gripping listeners from start to finish.
Featured on her seventh album, “eternal sunshine,” released in March 2024, it debuted at No.
1 on the U.
S.
singles chart.
The music video is an homage to the film “Eternal Sunshine,” offering a striking narrative centered on a memory-erasure procedure.
It’s a must-listen for anyone wrestling with complex romantic feelings or determined to stay true to themselves.
Western Music Goodbye Song Rankings [2025] (41–50)
HurtChristina Aguilera41rank/position
Christina Aguilera is an American R&B singer whose powerful vocals made her popular from the 1990s through the 2000s.
She can do it all, from dance music to ballads.
Among her songs, one I especially recommend is Hurt.
Released in 2006, this track portrays a woman’s bittersweet feelings as she looks back on memories with a former lover and finds herself longing for him.
Its abstract lyrics also make it relatable for those who have experienced bereavement.
Heartbreak AnniversaryGiveon42rank/position
Released in 2020, “Heartbreak Anniversary” quickly climbed the charts and has become one of Giveon’s signature songs—a track that plays like a human drama centered on heartbreak.
The song was honored with a nomination for Best R&B Performance at the 2021 Grammy Awards.
In the lyrics, Giveon looks back on the anniversary of a breakup, and the lingering pain and wistfulness resonate deeply with listeners.
The melody, filled with delicate emotions down to the smallest details, amplifies the sense of longing, inviting empathy from anyone who knows the sting of lost love.
Through music, the piece poetically articulates every emotion, and together with Giveon’s rich, resonant voice, it’s sure to captivate many listeners.