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

Born With a Broken HeartDamiano David

Damiano David – Born With a Broken Heart (Official Video)

This is a song that gently embraces wounded hearts, sung by Damiano David, frontman of the world-renowned Italian rock band Måneskin.

It’s a pop ballad that portrays the struggle of facing new love while still carrying one’s own weaknesses and the pain of the past.

Even as he admits, “I was born with a broken heart that no one can fix,” his determination to move forward will deeply resonate with anyone who can’t shake the pain of heartbreak.

Released in October 2024 as a lead single from the album Funny Little Fears, it drew major attention, becoming the most-added track at U.

S.

radio in its first week.

When you can’t forget a past love but still want to take the next step, this song might just give you a gentle push forward.

Where Is The Love?The Black Eyed Peas

The Black Eyed Peas – Where Is The Love? (Official Music Video)

The Black Eyed Peas usually have a lot of thrilling, upbeat, and cool tracks, but this song talks about love and is something you can listen to calmly.

The title, “Where Is the Love?”, perfectly captures how you feel after a breakup, and there’s no doubt you’ll relate to it.

We Are Never Ever Getting Back TogetherTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together

This song is a track by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift, centered on the theme of breaking away from a past relationship.

With a firm declaration to an ex who’s pushing for reconciliation—“We are never ever getting back together”—her resolute stance gives listeners courage.

Released in August 2012 as the lead single from the album Red, it created a major buzz at the time.

On the U.

S.

singles chart, it jumped from a debut at No.

72 to the No.

1 spot the following week.

In Japan, it’s also known as the opening theme for the reality show Terrace House and is loved by many.

It’s a song that gives you a push when you want to cut off a finished romance and move forward.

YellowColdplay

Coldplay – Yellow (Official Video)

All of Coldplay’s songs are gentle and calming, and Yellow, by far, is a song that truly touches the heart.

The guitar sound, the tone of the vocals—everything slips right into your mind, making it a very relaxing song.

It helps mend a broken heart.

Perfect To MeAnne-Marie

Anne-Marie – Perfect To Me [Official Music Video]

A heartwarming self-love anthem that gives you a chance to reexamine your true self.

Sung by British artist Anne-Marie, this song carries a gentle message for anyone struggling with insecurities about their appearance or the pressures of societal expectations.

Included on the deluxe edition of her 2018 album “Speak Your Mind,” it later became a beloved single as well.

Centered on themes of self-esteem and body positivity, it powerfully celebrates the importance of embracing yourself just as you are.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you feel your confidence waver in front of the mirror or find yourself discouraged by comparisons with others.

ChocolateThe 1975

The 1975 – Chocolate (Official Video)

A very refreshing and utterly cute song—from the title to everything about it.

Over a 70s-inspired sound, crisp modern touches like sharp guitar tones and synthesizers are mixed in, making it a track that’s sure to perk you up.

Someone You LovedLewis Capaldi

Lewis Capaldi – Someone You Loved

A gem of a ballad that gently stays close to the hearts of those in pain.

Hailing from Scotland, Lewis Capaldi is a singer-songwriter known for his powerful vocals and deep emotional expression.

Released in November 2018, this work is a soulful song that tenderly embraces the ache of heartbreak and loss.

Set to the sound of piano, it quietly portrays the earnest feelings of a protagonist who has lost someone dear.

The music video features actor Peter Capaldi, and through a story of organ donation, it conveys both the sorrow of parting from a loved one and the connection to a new life.

Included on the album “Divinely Uninspired to a Hellish Extent,” it won Song of the Year at the 2019 Brit Awards.

It’s a track that gently gives you a push when you stand at a crossroads in life with a deeply wounded heart.