Uplifting Western songs that encourage you after a breakup. Popular anthems and recommended classics.
From among the world’s most iconic heartbreak anthems, our studio staff introduces their recommended classics and fan favorites.
This is a carefully curated playlist to gently soothe the pain of a broken heart.
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Uplifting Western songs that encourage you after a heartbreak. Popular anthems and recommended classics (81–90)
100 What-Ifs for Youflumpool
It expresses the utterly helpless, lost feeling right after being rejected.
Vocalist Yamamura himself has said, “The lyrics are written as if in a tunnel in the dark, but I’m sure that time will become time that leads to tomorrow,” so I think the message comes across quite directly.
Until we meet againHirai Dai
When I listen to lyrics that gently stay by my side when I’m heartbroken and feeling down, they truly make me think, “I’m so glad I found this.” The sound of rippling waves, the timbre of the ukulele, the relaxed melody, and Hirai’s gentle singing voice are sure to bring tears to your eyes.
Do whatever the hell you want.Kenji Sawada
This is Kenji Sawada’s “Do As You Please,” released in 1977.
Even among younger generations, many people probably know this song.
It’s one of Sawada’s signature tracks.
The rugged “manliness” suggested by the title is richly woven into the lyrics as well.
It’s a refreshingly straightforward breakup song from a male perspective, with no lingering attachment or trace of self-pity.
A Song for XXAyumi Hamasaki
This is the perfect song for when no one seems to understand you and you feel lonely.
It fills you with the determination to overcome adversity! The song itself is short, but it’s packed with emotion and really hits you in the heart.
Kiss meYUI
It seems like a good song to listen to right after a breakup to let your feelings out.
It portrays the mindset of someone trying to put an end to a romance, acting like they’re unfazed while actually forcing themselves to move on.
Go AwayWeezer
Sometimes a breakup makes you feel sad, and other times you just feel fed up—everyone feels that way now and then.
In those moments, why not sing a song called “Go Away” to let your feelings out? Repeat the lyrics over and over and sing to blow off some steam.
Western pop songs that cheer you up after a broken heart: Popular anthems and recommended classics (91–100)
AftermathR.E.M.
A track released in 2004 by the American alternative rock band R.
E.
M.
It is about a woman who has broken up with her boyfriend and became a hit in the United States and various European countries.
The music video was filmed at locations including the Hyatt Regency Hotel in San Francisco.