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Unrequited Love Songs in Western Music: A Collection of Heartbreaking Classics [2025]

Why not transform your bittersweet feelings through the power of great music? The emotions of a secret crush have become countless timeless classics in Western music, passed down through the years.

Hearts leap at a casual gesture, or ache from missed connections.

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Artists around the world have captured the universal joys and sorrows of unrequited love in beautiful melodies.

In this article, we introduce a selection of exquisite Western songs whose touching lyrics and melodies resonate deeply.

Whether your heart is fluttering with a new romance, or you still find yourself holding on after a breakup, you’re sure to find a song that gently embraces your unrequited feelings.

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Unrequited Love Songs in Western Music: A Collection of Heartbreaking Classics [2025]
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1eastYou Belong With MeTaylor SwiftA hit song written and composed by Taylor
2eastI Don’t Think That I Like HerCharlie PuthThe fear and inner conflict of a love that doesn’t want to be hurt
3eastCall Me MaybeCarly Rae JepsenA love song gains popularity through a collaboration with Laura
4eastYou Da OneRihannaA song of a girl burning with love
5eastGrenadeBruno MarsThe pain and purity of devoted love
6eastDo I Wanna Know?Arctic MonkeysI want to know how they feel, but I'm torn and afraid.
7eastJust a Friend to YouMeghan TrainorA wistful unrequited love song about wanting to be more than friends
8eastOne ThingOne DirectionA love song by a British idol
9eastwish you were gayBillie EilishThe secret behind the unrequited-love lyrics of Billie Eilish
10eastAlways Been YouJessie MurphA classic song that sings of the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love
11eastNew RulesDua LipaNew rules for overcoming the pain of unrequited love
12eastIrresponsibleKiana LedéSinging the pain of unrequited love soulfully
13eastCall Out My NameThe WeekndPoignant feelings of unbreakable longing and lingering attachment
14eastGorgeousTaylor SwiftA song that sings about the thrill of unrequited love and complex emotions
15eastBad ReligionFrank OceanThe suffering and sanctity of unrequited love
16eastFeelingsJohn NewmanThe bittersweet feelings of an unrequited love I can’t stop
17eastFallingforyouThe 1975The bittersweet feelings of unrequited love and the struggles of romance
18eastOld NewsMitch JamesA poignant song that sings of the lingering pain of a memorable farewell
19eastBetter NowPost MaloneA song by Post Malone that sings of heartbreak’s pain and growth
20eastWeightlessArlo ParksThe pain of unrequited love and the importance of self-respect
21eastBaby IAriana GrandeI get so nervous around the person I like that I can’t get any words out.
22eastLiabilityLordeA beautiful piano ballad that sings of loneliness
23eastBoyfriendJustin BieberSongs whose lyrics about unrequited love from a male perspective are relatable
24eastRiskGracie AbramsThe impulse of unrequited love that dares the risks of romance
25eastOcean EyesBillie EilishBillie Eilish’s love song with ocean eyes
26eastLet Me Love You (Until You Learn To Love Yourself)Ne-YoA song that conveys true love to a wounded woman
27eastLove You Like A Love SongSelena GomezSelena’s new song has a catchy chorus and is popular.
28eastI’m a MessBebe RexhaBebe Rexha's captivating vocals and lyrics
29eastChasing PavementsAdeleAn early song by Adele that sings of the pain of love and of determination.
30eastNotice MeAlli SimpsonA breakup song filled with hope and positivity
31eastWith YouChris BrownChris Brown’s bittersweet love song
32eastYou’re BeautifulJames BluntA love song with the memorable chorus line, “You are beautiful.”
33eastI’m Into YouJennifer Lopez ft. Lil WayneSexy singing voice and captivating dance video
34eastShiverColdplayColdplay’s captivating music and lyrics
35eastDon’t Let It Break Your HeartLouis TomlinsonLouis Tomlinson's encouraging song
36eastGirlfriendAvril LavigneA song that cheers on a boy troubled by love
37eastWant U BackCher LloydA relatable song about feelings for an ex-boyfriend
38eastCrushDavid ArchuletaA classic youth anthem that sings of the pain of unrequited love
39eastCreepRadioheadThe appeal of Radiohead’s signature song “Creep”
40eastThinking Of YouKaty PerryA poignant ballad that sings of heartbreak’s pain and lingering attachment
41eastBeautiful People Beautiful Problems ft. Stevie NicksLana Del ReyThe melancholic chanteuse appeal of Lana Del Rey
42eastNothin’ On YouB.o.B feat. Bruno MarsYou're the best! I'm moved by your wonderful song.
43eastB-e-a-utifulMegan NicoleThe loneliness and wishes of a maiden yearning for love
44eastP.S. I Hope You’re Happy ft. blink-182The ChainsmokersA bittersweet unrequited love song of lingering feelings for an ex-girlfriend and quiet support
45eastStoreCarly Rae JepsenA song with poignant lyrics about unrequited love
46eastMarry MeJason DeruloA song that portrays the encounter with one’s destined person and the resulting emotion
47eastLeave Your LoverSam SmithA classic song that sings of the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love
48eastLove On TopBeyoncéA supreme song that sings of the emotions of love
49eastLeaving My Love BehindLewis CapaldiA bittersweet love song where two people confirm their feelings for each other
50eastI Wish You Loved MeTynisha KeliA heartfelt cry of the heart, singing of a painful unrequited love
51eastWithout YouNilsonA heartrending farewell song, emotions that resonate in the heart
52eastPretty EyesAlex GootCharmed by gentle vocals and pure lyrics
53eastNeed Ur LuvCharli XCXTrack(s) included on Charli XCX’s “Sucker”
54eastLaylaDerek and the DominosClapton’s love song to George’s wife
55eastInvisible TouchGenesisA Prince-influenced track that hit No. 1 in the U.S.
56eastTwo Out Of Three Ain’t BadMeat LoafExpress the elusive nature of love through two characteristics
57eastYou Are Not AloneMichael JacksonR&B ballad 'Loneliness and Love' becomes a worldwide hit
58east90 Days ft. WrabelP!nkA poignant love song in pink by an R&B singer
59eastBack To The Old HouseThe SmithsA legendary rock band’s classic that sings of the pain of heartbreak
60eastToo MuchCarly Rae JepsenAn explanation of a song that expresses the poignant feelings of unrequited love
61eastMy Cherie AmourStevie WonderStevie Wonder’s early love songs
62eastI Want You to Want MeCheap TrickCheap Trick’s hit song “I Want You to Want Me”
63eastAnything Could HappenEllie GouldingPopular singles, international hit songs
64eastUnconditionallyKaty PerryA heartwarming classic that sings of unconditional love
65eastEmotionsMariah CareyA love song hitting the high notes, brimming with bubbly excitement
66eastAccording To YouOrianthiFrom his disappointment to an encouraging new encounter
67eastLosing My ReligionR.E.M.The lyrics of hit songs are open to diverse interpretations.
68eastCeciliaSimon&GarfunkelThe feelings of a man who cannot accept a broken heart
69eastNow You’re Gone ft. Zara LarssonTom WalkerTom Walker’s music that sings about the pain of heartbreak
70eastFirst Dateblink-182A rock song that sings about the fresh feelings of a date
71eastScientistColdplayA poignant, heart-touching song by Coldplay—moving.
72eastDiaryBreadThe bittersweet feelings of a boy who falls in love with another girl
73eastSomebody To LoveOneRepublicA Grammy-nominated band sings about the heartbreak of lost love.
74eastWhat A Fool BelievesThe Doobie BrothersDuet song “What a Fool Believes”
75eastWalk On ByDionne WarwickA classic song, covered by many artists.
76eastAll Out Of LoveAir SupplyAir Supply, the classic band that sings about the pain of heartbreak
77eastSo Into YouAtlanta Rhythm SectionHit songs by a Southern rock band
78eastI Can’t Make You Love MeBonnie RaittBonnie Raitt’s classic that sings of the pain of unrequited love
79eastSylvias MotherDr. Hook & The Medicine ShowA masterpiece overflowing with sorrow, a worldwide hit
80eastFallingKeri NobleA poignant song that sings of love’s uncertainty
81eastFix YouColdplayColdplay’s healing masterpiece, the strength to move forward
82eastYoü And ILady GagaA beautiful heartbreak song captures the heart
83eastBlackPearl JamA classic song that sings of the pain of a sad heartbreak
84eastAlmost LoverA Fine FrenzyA poignant unrequited love song, a farewell song that resonates in the heart
85eastMake You Feel My LoveAdeleA poignant ballad that conveys the moving power of love.
86eastYou sent me flyingAmy WinehouseA heart-stirring song that captures the pain of heartbreak
87eastStrange And BeautifulAqualungA classic song that sings of the heartache of unrequited love and a wish for magic
88eastI think about youAustin & AllyA song that portrays the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love.
89eastU Make Me WannaBlueA bittersweet teenage crush, a classic song by Blue
90eastPerfumeBritney SpearsA Spears masterpiece that portrays the pain of love
91eastWhen I Was Your ManBruno MarsA soul-stirring song that sings of regret and the pain of heartbreak
92eastBaby I Love UChe’NelleChe’Nelle’s Japanese love-support song
93eastA Thousand YearsChristina PerriA bittersweet unrequited-love anthem that transcends time
94eastPretty brown eyesCody SimpsonA song about unrequited love, Cody’s one-sided crush song.
95eastBecause You Loved MeCéline DionA moving masterpiece filled with love and gratitude
96eastAgain I go unnoticedDashboard ConfessionalAn emotional song that sings about the pain of heartbreak
97eastStepping StoneDuffyA debut song that sings about feelings for a man
98eastWatching You Watch HimEric HutchinsonA heart-touching song that sings of the bittersweetness of unrequited love
99eastIfJanet JacksonA song of longing for a man I met at a club
100eastThink I’m Still In Love With YouJoyce ManorA bittersweet love song by a punk band
101eastLove At First SightKYLIE MINOGUEA dance-pop track that portrays the feeling of love at first sight
102eastStephenKe$haKesha’s iconic song that portrays a heartrending unrequited love
103eastKnock KnockLenkaA bittersweet unrequited love song, a timeless classic that heals the heart
104eastLittle BitLykke Li ft. DrakeAn album track of tragic love that sings about unrequited feelings
105eastIt Takes a MuscleM.I.A.A synth-pop song covered by M.I.A.
106eastWhen I Look At YouMiley CyrusA song in which the power of love gives hope to life
107eastSexy LoveNe-YoNe-Yo’s classic that portrays the feelings of love
108eastDeer in the headlightsOwl CityA classic song that sings of the bittersweet feelings of love at first sight.
109eastTrue Love ft. Lily AllenP!nkA classic song that sings of a woman's wistful love
110eastBack TogetherRobin Thicke ft. Nicki MinajA pop song about unrequited love for an ex-girlfriend
111eastI Could Be The OneStacie OrricoAn up-tempo unrequited love cheer song
112eastCherishThe AssociationA smash hit from the 1960s, covered by numerous artists
113eastA Thousand MilesVanessa CarltonA timeless song about a bittersweet unrequited love that resonates with the heart
114eastTeenage DirtbagWheatusUnrequited love rock song by an otaku protagonist
115eastSurrenderBilly TalentA Canadian rock band sings about love
116eastit’s oh so quietBjörkRemake of Björk’s smash hit and its music video
117eastBest FriendJason ChenDepicting a complex unrequited love for a childhood friend
118eastJust So You KnowJesse McCartneyDepicting the pain of unrequited love and bittersweet feelings
119eastTake This LongingLeonard CohenLeonard Cohen’s Love for Nico
120eastBrandy (You’re a Fine Girl)Looking GlassA band of Rutgers University graduates releases a smash hit
121eastFind U Again ft. Camila CabelloMark RonsonA bittersweet unrequited love song by Gen Hoshino in collaboration with a DJ
122eastDancing On My OwnRobynRobyn’s classic hit, a pop song that depicts romance.
123eastjust my imaginationThe TemptationsA song that sings of the bittersweet feelings of a man with unrequited love.
124eastEverything You WantVertical HorizonThe signature song of a rock band that sings of merciless love
125eastWait For YouElliott YaminA classic song that sings of Elliott’s heartrending love
126eastMr. BrightsideThe KillersJealousy and emotions of a man drowning in love
127eastI don’t want to let you goWeezerWeezer’s sad love song, included on Raditude.