[2025 Edition] Goodbye Songs in Western Music: Sad Farewell Tracks

MaroonTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – Maroon (Official Lyric Video)

Taylor Swift’s tenth studio album, Midnights, released on October 21, 2022, has achieved phenomenal success, continually breaking records—including an unprecedented sweep of the top 10 on the U.

S.

singles chart.

Undeniably one of today’s preeminent singer-songwriters, Taylor continues to lead the music scene, and she’s also beloved by women around the world as a master of breakup songs born from many experiences of love.

Her ability to distill them into brilliant tracks—sometimes directly, sometimes through metaphor—is nothing short of remarkable.

In this piece, let’s take a look at Maroon, a song included on the aforementioned Midnights.

At a casual listen it may sound like a lyrical, subdued love song, but the lyrics in fact revisit memories of someone lost.

The way she employs the color “maroon” is masterful, and you’ll be struck not only by Taylor’s talent as a lyricist but also moved to tears by the depth of her emotion.

Gone, Gone, GonePhillip Phillips

Phillip Phillips – Gone, Gone, Gone

If you’re looking for a moving goodbye song, I recommend “Gone, Gone, Gone.” Strictly speaking, it’s not a goodbye song, but it carries the message, “Even if we say goodbye, I’ll keep on loving you,” so I decided to feature it this time.

The melody is very refreshing, so even those who aren’t into Western music will find it easy to listen to.

When you want to express your love to your partner, this song can help you open up.

Be sure to give it a listen!

Don’t Think Twice It’s All RightBob Dylan

Don’t Think Twice It’s All Right – Bob Dylan

The B-side track of the 1963 single “Blowin’ in the Wind.” Its base melody comes from the traditional song “Who’s Gonna Buy Your Chickens When I’m Gone.” The song has been covered by many artists, including the American folk group Peter, Paul and Mary.

FarewellRihanna

Rihanna – Farewell (Audio)

A track that sings about the anguish of telling a lover goodbye.

Released by Rihanna in 2011, it’s a piano-driven ballad produced by Ester Dean and Alexander Grant.

It became a hit in the UK and other places, and reached No.

69 on the charts in South Korea.

i hate u, i love u ft. olivia o’briengnash

gnash – i hate u, i love u ft. olivia o’brien (music video)

Nash is a singer-songwriter who has gained popularity on social media.

He’s also active as a music producer, providing songs to numerous famous artists.

His hit song “i hate u, i love u ft.

olivia o’brien” features the artist Olivia O’Brien, and blends poignant lyrics with a stylish melody.

Although it’s a sad song about saying goodbye, its chic sound makes it seem well-suited for driving music.

Consequences (Orchestra)Camila Cabello

Camila Cabello – Consequences (orchestra)

When you think of Camila Cabello, you probably picture her singing upbeat, Latin-flavored songs in a high, bright voice.

But “Consequences (Orchestra)” is crafted with a melody that’s the complete opposite of that image.

The lively tracks are great, of course, but I actually feel these quieter songs suit her surprisingly well.

The lyrics express the heartbreaking feelings of a woman who’s been cheated on.

Combined with the melody, it turns into an incredibly heartrending piece.

DeucesChris Brown ft. Tyga, Kevin McCall

Chris Brown – Deuces (Official HD Video) ft. Tyga, Kevin McCall

It’s a laid-back, downtempo R&B ballad featuring Chris Brown’s smooth vocals.

The song drew attention amid speculation that it might be about his past relationship with his ex-girlfriend, the singer Rihanna.