Western pop songs to help you get over a heartbreak
More into Western music than J-pop?
If so, you probably love the dynamism and emotional punch that Western music often has.
Experiencing overseas cultures can also help unwind a heart that’s grown stiff and tense.
In this article, we’ve listed Western songs to help you bounce back from a broken heart.
Western music is all about staying positive and believing in yourself!
There are lots of songs with that message, so they’re perfect when you want to feel more upbeat.
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Western pop songs to help you get over a heartbreak (41–50)
UnbelieversVampire Weekend
A track that conveys the message of keeping an open mind and the importance of learning in any situation.
It was released in 2013 by the American indie pop band Vampire Weekend.
The track became a hit in countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Belgium, and Mexico, and it was certified Gold in Canada.
Western songs to help you get over a broken heart (51–60)
Sloppy SecondsWatsky
A track that reminds you that someday everyone can find someone to love.
Released by American hip-hop artist and poet Watsky.
It’s a melodic track included on his 2013 album Cardboard Castles.
BelieveCher
A catchy dance-pop track about moving forward with confidence after a breakup.
It was released in 1998 by American singer and actress Cher, topped charts around the world, and won a Grammy Award.
FlipsideLana Del Rey
A track by American singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey.
It features beautiful vocals and sings about misery and the hope that follows.
Released in 2014, it reached No.
1 on charts around the world and is included on the album Ultraviolence.
it’s my lifeBon Jovi
What’s a broken heart, anyway?! So you got dumped—so what?! In the span of a long, long life, it’s just a fleeting moment! It’s sure to make you see it as a trivial problem.
This is my life—I’ll get over this heartbreak and come out of it a renewed version of myself! It’ll convince you of that.
Happy songBring Me The Horizon
Listen to this when you’re consumed with hatred for the person who dumped you—so much that you could almost kill them.
Contrary to its title, “Happy Song,” it’s an intensely cathartic track that’s great for relieving stress.
Belt it out at karaoke and you’ll stop caring about the guy who dumped you.
Call Me MaybeCarly Rae Jepsen
It’s just a song about giving your phone number to the guy you fell in love with at first sight and saying, “Call me, okay!” It’s so carefree that it actually makes you feel energized (lol).
The pop, cute voice totally gets me, too.
It’s guaranteed to lift your spirits right away.
The music video is also highly recommended.