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[2025] Take the next step. Breakup songs sung by male Western artists

Heartbreak is a rite of passage that everyone experiences.

Yet in that moment, your chest throbs with pain and even taking a step forward can feel impossible.

In this article, we’ll introduce moving breakup songs by male artists—focusing on Western tracks released in recent years.

From bittersweet songs that sit with the tangled emotions right after a breakup to uplifting anthems that encourage your next step.

You’re sure to find a track that matches your feelings—one that lets you cry or feel encouraged alongside it.

Why not take this chance to start anew with Western breakup songs that resonate with your heart?

Playlist

[2025] Take the next step. Breakup songs sung by male Western artists
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1Vodka CranberryConan GrayThe pain of heartbreak and the solace found in memories
2Lose ControlTeddy SwimsA masterpiece that portrays codependent love and inner turmoil
3Less Than ZeroThe WeekndA masterpiece that sings of the pain of heartbreak and the weight of guilt
4AlwaysDaniel CaesarA final farewell to an unchanging love for the one I parted with
5Last NightMorgan WallenA song that portrays a night of regret and lingering attachment to a former lover
6Let GoCentral CeeCentral Cee's heartbreak song
7Born With a Broken HeartDamiano DavidA heartbroken man takes his first step toward new love
8Glimpse of UsJojiA heart swayed by past memories between me and my new lover
9I Remember Everything (feat. Kacey Musgraves)Zach BryanA song that portrays memories of a past love from both a man’s and a woman’s perspectives.
10That’s Not How This Works (feat. Dan + Shay)Charlie PuthDetermination and pain in cutting off an ambiguous relationship
11How Do I Say GoodbyeDean LewisA heart-touching ballad about a father's illness and the pain of farewell
12Don’t Forget MeDermot KennedyThe pain of heartbreak, the desire to be remembered
13Wasting Time (Ft Drake)Brent FaiyazBrent Faiyaz’s classic R&B song
14The Yellow MileMarika HackmanA quiet farewell song, a resolve to face the past
15WESTSIDEkeshiA song about choosing to part ways and finding the resolve to take a step toward a new future
16I Don’t Think That I Like HerCharlie PuthA bittersweet heartbreak song where lingering attachment and regret well up.
17Wish You The BestLewis CapaldiWith a sweet melody and powerful vocals, the pain of heartbreak...
18PayphoneMaroon 5Maroon 5 and Wiz Khalifa are collaborating...
19Heartbreak AnniversaryGiveonAn R&B song that quietly laments the pain of heartbreak. The loss...
20EmbersJames ArthurA moving work that sings of the pain of heartbreak
21SpiteOmar ApolloA heartfelt lament of heartbreak, by a Mexican…
22When I Was Your ManBruno MarsBruno, whose vocal ability is highly regarded worldwide...
23So SickNe-YoNe-Yo’s big hit released in 2006...
24HappierEd SheeranSpeaking of Ed Sheeran’s breakup songs, this one is…
25Just A DreamNellyTo love again someone or something you once parted from...
26CirclesPost MaloneFor those who want to listen to a slightly unusual heartbreak song...
27See you againWiz KhalifaIn Furious 7...
28You’re beautifulJames BluntWhat was also used in the TV commercial was James...
29Be AlrightDean LewisBe ... is memorable for its sweet voice and wistful melody.
30Lost in loveAir SupplyAir Supply’s worldwide smash hit “L…”
31What do you mean?Justin BieberJustin Bieber’s hit song “What…”.
32Say You Won’t Let GoJames ArthurBritish singer-songwriter, Je…
33Someone You LovedLewis CapaldiA singer-songwriter from Scotland…
34Let Her GoPassengerA folk rock singer from England...
35I’ll Be Missing YouPuff DaddyAmerican billionaire rapper “Puff Daddy”...
36Treat You BetterShawn MendesGaining support from listeners around the world with straightforward expressions...
37Don’t Wanna CryPete YornAmerican singer-songwriter Pete…
38How Things Used to BeAli GatieA singer-songwriter active in Toronto...
39Sometimes I CryErik BenetEric Benét's 'Sometimes …'
40Say GoodbyeRyland JamesI want to listen to heartbreak songs, but sung by someone who’s a good singer…
41CreepRadiohead“Creep” is a song by the English rock band Radi…
42LieLukas GrahamDenmark’s first pop band, Lukas G…
43Dancing On My OwnCalum ScottFor those who like emotional ballads, this...
44How Do You Sleep?Sam SmithWhen it comes to Sam Smith, it’s gotta be heartbreak songs...
45I Won’t Give UpJason MrazA heartwarming classic that sings of love and hope
46me & ur ghostblackbearThe classic hit by Blackbear, ‘me & ur g…’
47Good Things Fall ApartILLENIUM, Jon BellionFor those looking for a timid guy’s heartbreak song, I recomme…
48With MeSUM41The origin of the band name “Sum 41” is from summer vacation...
49Cryin’Aerosmith"Cryin'" is a song by Aerosmith that...
50Charlie PuthAlec BenjaminA great recommendation for teenagers is this...
51I Don’t Miss You at AllFinneasIf you listen to it without knowing anything, it sounds like a cool track…
52Happiest YearJaymes YoungA tender, comforting melody that gently envelops the bittersweet moment of parting.
53Forget MeLewis CapaldiLewis Ki... candidly sings about the pain of heartbreak.
54Down In FlamesAJ Mitchell“Down In…” is marked by its heartrending vocals.
55You Give Love A Bad NameBon JoviI think it’s something everyone has heard. Bon…
56Crying My Eyes OutStephen PuthFor those who just want to have a good cry, …
57Goodbye Never Felt So BadJames BayJames Bay's iconic song that sings about the pain of heartbreak
58Breaking PointLogan MichaelA powerful cry from the heart when faced with a breakup with a lover...
59TriggerMajor Lazer & KhalidHideo Kojima’s latest film, “Death Strandi...
60Less of YouOmar ApolloDepicting the gradual breakdown of a relationship with a lover…
61One of UsQuinn LewisI’d recommend this to people who like unusual melodies…