Tear-jerking Western breakup songs: recommended classics and popular hits

Hold Me While You WaitLewis Capaldi

Lewis Capaldi – Hold Me While You Wait (Interlude Session)

The heart-stirring ballad woven by Scotland’s Lewis Capaldi vividly portrays the pain of heartbreak and the aching hope for reconciliation.

Released in May 2019, the song was included on the album “Divinely Uninspired to a Hellish Extent.” It reached No.

1 on the singles charts in Ireland and Scotland, and climbed to No.

4 on the UK chart.

Capaldi’s powerful vocals brilliantly convey the emotions of a protagonist struggling with the uncertainty of a relationship.

Sensing the end of love yet wanting to cherish the final moments—this song resonates with anyone navigating such complex feelings.

LostMichael Bublé

Michael Bublé – Lost [Official Music Video]

A heart-stirring ballad from Canadian artist Michael Bublé.

It voices the pain of heartbreak and the hope of renewal, offering comfort to listeners.

Included on the album “Call Me Irresponsible,” it was released as a single in November 2007.

Born from the breakup with his former fiancée, this song captivates with Bublé’s emotive vocals and beautiful melody.

It was also featured in the American TV series “NCIS,” bringing solace to many.

A must-listen for anyone suffering from heartbreak or standing at a crossroads in life.

The Winner (The Winner Takes It All)ABBA

ABBA – The Winner Takes It All

ABBA is a pop group of four men and women from Sweden.

This work was released by them in 1980.

The main vocal here is Agnetha.

Sung with great emotional intensity, this piece portrays the feelings of a woman heartbroken in love.

Amnesia5 Seconds of Summer

5 Seconds of Summer – Amnesia

A pop-rock band from Australia.

They’ve also opened for One Direction.

Amnesia means memory loss.

It’s a breakup song about wishing you could lose your memories of a former lover and forget all the foolish things along with them.

Someone Like YouAdele

Adele – Someone Like You (Official Music Video)

Adele is a 29-year-old from the UK, and she’s so talented that she won Best New Artist and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the 51st Grammy Awards.

In this song, it seems to convey a message that she has overcome a breakup with her ex, found someone new, and hopes that her ex will be made to feel special.

HelloAdele

Adele – Hello (Official Music Video)

It’s a song released in 2015 by the British singer Adele.

It debuted at number one on the U.

S.

Billboard chart and became a worldwide hit.

A woman makes one last phone call to her former lover, and the delicate shifts in her emotions are vividly portrayed.

I’m SorryAli Gatie

Ali Gatie – I’m Sorry ( Official Music Video)

This is a song by Canadian singer-songwriter Ali Gatie that gently embraces the hearts of those who can’t get over a broken heart.

Woven with a sweet, heartrending voice, the lyrics portray a man who regrets his past mistakes yet longs for another chance.

The shift in the arrangement—from guitar-led beginnings to the gradual addition of drums—is also striking.

Released in January 2024, this track is filled with Ali’s charm.

It might be the perfect song for anyone who’s ever felt tempted to call an ex late at night just to hear their voice.