[2025 Edition] Goodbye Songs in Western Music: Sad Farewell Tracks
Artists make a living by turning their own experiences and feelings into works, so it’s only natural that they would take on the theme of “goodbyes,” something everyone inevitably encounters in life.
It’s ironic that great songs are sometimes born precisely because of painful partings, but timeless masterpieces infused with artists’ emotions always move us.
In this article, we introduce Western songs that sing about all kinds of farewells—not just heartbreak.
From tracks that lift your spirits to ones that plunge you into the depths of sorrow, and even songs that lay bare lingering attachments, check out these masterpieces that reveal the artists’ true selves.
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[2025 Edition] Goodbye Songs in Western Music: Sad Farewell Tracks (121–130)
Goodbye, GoodbyeTegan and Sara
A track about people who avoid having a conversation when parting ways.
It’s included on Heartthrob, the 2013 album by the Canadian pop duo Tegan and Sara.
The album has won awards including the Juno Award.
Bye Bye loveThe Cars
A song from American new wave rock band The Cars’ 1978 debut album.
Written by singer-songwriter and bandleader Ric Ocasek, it is sung by bassist Benjamin Orr.
TOO MUCHThe Kid LAROI, Jung Kook, Central Cee
Moments that shake the heart—after a breakup or at a turning point in life—come to everyone.
That’s when the power of music stays by our side.
The Kid LAROI, BTS’s Jung Kook, and the UK’s hottest rapper, Central Cee, deliver “TOO MUCH,” a song perfectly suited for those times.
Released previously and peaking at No.
10 on the UK Singles Chart, the track grips listeners with an urgency that feels like speaking directly to an ex-lover.
Within its smooth R&B sound, the distinct approaches of all three artists shine through with overflowing talent.
It’s bittersweet, yet irresistibly replayable—a song packed with that kind of allure.
RuinUSHER, Pheelz
A track by Usher and Pheelz that portrays the pain of heartbreak and the journey of healing.
It uses Afrobeat-influenced sounds to depict how past wounds can hinder new love.
Released in February 2024, it’s included on Usher’s album “Coming Home.” The smooth, R&B-rooted vocals resonate deeply.
The music video vividly captures emotional shifts—from breaking up with a former lover to tender moments with his daughter.
It’s a perfect song for anyone looking to move past heartbreak or find the courage to take a new step.
Be sure to check it out!
[2025 Edition] Goodbye Songs in Western Music: Sad Farewell Tracks (131–140)
TerminerWejdene
An R&B track themed around heartbreak has been released.
It sharply chronicles betrayal, disappointment, and the process of self-recovery, effectively pairing clear vocals with a supple beat.
Since the 2020 smash hit “Anissa,” Wejdene has enjoyed immense popularity, especially among teens, but this work presents an even more mature artistic profile.
Released on January 26, 2024, the song came out via Universal Music Division Virgin Music.
It’s highly recommended for those who love songs about overcoming heartbreak and celebrating strong women.
the way things gobeabadoobee
Beabadoobee is a British singer-songwriter.
While she excels at ’90s alternative rock and dream pop, “the way things go” is a ballad that portrays a heartbroken woman looking back on the past and letting her unresolved feelings build up.
Her high, airy vocals convey that bittersweet state of mind without holding anything back.
It’s also a song about long-distance love, so those who’ve experienced it may find it especially relatable.
Last Heartbreak Song (ft. Giveon)Ayra Starr
This song brilliantly captures the feelings of someone trying to move on from heartbreak.
The exquisite back-and-forth between Ayra Starr and Giveon is striking, as they sing about the end of a relationship and the emotions that follow.
Featured on Ayra’s May 2024 album, “The Year I Turned 21,” the track is characterized by a moving melody that fuses Afropop and R&B.
Anyone who’s experienced the pain of heartbreak will likely find the lyrics deeply relatable, perhaps even tear-jerking.
Immerse yourself in its emotional world, where soulful vocals and powerful production intertwine.