Heartbreaking breakup songs by female Western artists—tear-jerking breakup tracks. World classics and recommended popular songs.

ImpossibleShontelle

Shontelle – Impossible

She hails from Barbados, just like Rihanna.

Before becoming a singer, the talented Shontelle had set her sights on becoming a lawyer.

This is a single cut from her 2010 album No Gravity.

Her appeal lies in a dynamic vocal style that’s like an even more soaring take on Rihanna’s voice.

Damn I Wish I Was Your LoverSophie B. Hawkins

Sophie B. Hawkins – Damn I Wish I Was Your Lover

In 1992, Sophie became a popular singer thanks to this song’s massive hit.

She was even nominated for a Grammy the following year.

Pouring her heart into unrequited love, she sings, “Oh, I wish I were your lover!” The sexy stage performance she shows in the music video also became a hot topic.

My Name Is Not SusanWhitney Houston

Whitney Houston – My Name Is Not Susan (Rap Version) (Official Video)

My lover sleeping next to me calls out a woman’s name in their sleep: “Susan…” But my name isn’t Susan! A song filled with that anger and sorrow.

It’s a hit tune from the 1990 album “I’m Your Baby Tonight.” The lyrics are serious, but the music video is somehow quirky.

Too Little Too LateJoJo

JoJo – Too Little Too Late (Original Video)

JoJo’s musical talent stood out from an early age.

Her skills are the real deal—she became the youngest nominee for an MTV Video Music Award.

This song, released in 2006, was also a big hit.

It energetically expresses the bitter heartbreak that comes with youth.

Jar Of HeartsChristina Perri

christina perri – jar of hearts [official music video]

Christina is a talented singer-songwriter from Pennsylvania, USA.

Even though it’s a breakup song, she’s blasting her anger at the person who hurt her—like, “Who do you think you are?!” It’s a recommended track for girls who don’t want to look back and want to head straight into the future.

HurtEmeli Sande

Emeli Sandé – Hurts

Emily Sandé from Scotland.

A track from her 2016 album “Long Live the Angels.” Emily’s hallmark is her emotional vocals entwined with lyrics that exude intelligence.

She sings of the pain of love, saying, “My heart isn’t made of stone.”

Love Don’t Live Here AmymoreMadonna

Madonna – Love Don’t Live Here Anymore (Official Video)

Madonna’s recommended heartbreak song is a track from her 1984 album Like a Virgin.

A quintessential symbol of strong women, she poignantly sings, “You left me,” expressing the sorrow of a woman’s heart.

Like Like a Virgin, the music video has a glamorous and mysterious vibe.