Unrequited love breakup songs in Western music. Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks.

Come Back To MeVanessa Hudgens

Vanessa Hudgens – Come Back To Me

This song expresses lingering feelings for an ex and a wish to get back together, set to an up-tempo beat and a catchy melody.

Released in September 2006 as the lead single from American artist Vanessa Hudgens’s debut album, V, it weaves memories of a former lover and the hesitation to start a new relationship into its lyrics, skillfully portraying the conflicts and hopes of young love.

Marking the beginning of her music career after her Disney Channel stardom, the track was well received internationally.

It’s recommended for those who want to feel the bittersweetness of youthful romance or lift their mood with a pop sound.

CongratulationsBlue October

Blue october – Congratulations (lyrics)

A track that sings about the feelings of a man who learns that the woman he had feelings for has already married someone else and is happy.

It is included on the 2006 album “Foiled” by the American alternative rock band Blue October.

Invisible Man98degrees

98º – Invisible Man (Official Music Video)

A track about relentless love, released in 1997 by the American boy band 98 Degrees.

Two versions of the music video were produced—one in color and one in black and white—with the more popular black-and-white version having surpassed 39 million views as of 2017.

I Can’t Make You Love MeAdele

I Can’t Make You Love Me – Adele (w/ lyrics)

Originally released as a track by Bonnie Raitt in 1991.

It was selected by Rolling Stone as one of “The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.” It has been covered by many artists, including George Michael and Nancy Wilson, and Adele’s sorrow-filled vocal version was released in 2011.

I’m SorryAli Gatie

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

Ali Gatie, known for his sweet singing voice, released a new song in January 2024 that gently wraps the pain of heartbreak.

A heartfelt plea that admits mistakes and asks for forgiveness is expressed over a beautiful three-and-a-half-minute melody that blends pop and R&B.

The regret of losing a lover and the wish for another chance are universal themes anyone can relate to.

Many listeners will likely see their own experiences in the sleepless protagonist who stays up all night.

When your heartbreak hasn’t healed, this is a song that will surely stay close to your heart.

Love Is A LaserquestArctic Monkeys

Arctic Monkeys – Love Is A Laserquest (Live on KEXP)

A track that sings about feelings for a woman who has already passed away and the pain in the heart from being in love.

It is included on the 2011 album “Suck It and See” by the British indie rock band Arctic Monkeys.

The track is influenced by country music.

I Want You to Want MeCheap Trick

Cheap Trick – I Want You to Want Me (from Budokan!)

A track released in 1977 by the American rock band Cheap Trick.

At the time, it was one of the few power-pop tracks that began with a chorus, and it reached No.

1 on the charts in the Netherlands and Belgium.

It has been covered by artists such as SR-71 and Lindsay Lohan.