Uplifting Western songs that encourage you after a breakup. Popular anthems and recommended classics.

Love AgainPentatonix

[Official Video] Love Again – Pentatonix

It sings about how one’s sense of self unravels in the wake of heartbreak.

It forcefully asserts, “I’m not the one who’s wrong—the one who needs correcting is you.” Despite being performed by only five members, it has a volume and weight that defy that number.

As you can sense from the making-of footage, it portrays a slightly psychopathic kind of heartbreak in love.

Gonna Get over YouSara Bareilles

Sara Bareilles – Gonna Get Over You (Official Video)

Because the lyrics are written from a woman’s perspective, many men seem to find them hard to relate to, but they strongly resonate with a lot of women.

With its upbeat, pop sound, it’s a song that encourages you after a breakup—saying, “It’s okay, I’ll find someone new,” and helping you move forward.

Give You HellThe All-American Rejects

The All-American Rejects – Gives You Hell (Official Music Video)

This song isn’t just about heartbreak; it’s a track that wishes anyone who’s had something awful happen—or anyone who gets upset every time they see a certain person—could make them feel the same way.

If you went through the worst kind of breakup, blasting this song and singing along at the top of your lungs might be the best way to blow off steam.

366 daysHY

HY – 366 Days (Official Music Video)

This song puts the feeling of being unable to forget a past lover into ultra-straightforward lyrics.

It was the theme song for the 2007 drama Akai Ito, so many of you might already know it.

I long to see you now.MISIA

MISIA – Aitakute Ima (Official HD Music Video)

This is MISIA’s 23rd single, a song written specifically as the theme for TBS’s Sunday drama “JIN.” The main focus of the song is on the “weight of life,” but I think it also makes a perfect anthem for anyone trying to bounce back from a broken heart.

ForgetUVERworld

When you go through a breakup, it can be really hard to forget about the other person, and the painful days seem to go on and on.

At times like that, let’s make some noise with friends and just forget about it! This song tells us that it’s okay to let go of the bad stuff sometimes and have a blast.

It’s tough and painful right now, but time will surely heal you.

Let’s use this experience for your next love and go grab your happiness!

Be StrongKana Nishino

Kana Nishino Be Strong (Kanayan Tour 2012 ~Arena~)

From the very start, Kana Nishino’s powerful voice rings out.

It’s a song brimming with strength, perfectly matching its title.

With a mid-tempo drive, it sings about proactively facing forward.

It carries a resolve and wish to become stronger.

Kana Nishino’s bittersweet yet powerful vocals give a boost to a weary heart! This track was also used as a Honda commercial song.