A heartbreak song that was a hit in the 1980s. A classic and popular track in Japanese music.
Picking out “breakup songs” from among the classic hits of the ’80s!
When it comes to breakup songs, that contrast between a wistful melody and lyrics still burning with uncooled passion really hits home, doesn’t it?
The tracks we’re introducing today are all packed with the powerful feeling of “I still love you” amid the sadness—songs that’ll bring you to tears.
If you’re thinking, “I want to know ’80s breakup songs,” or “I want to hear the hit songs of my youth again,” be sure to check these out.
They may be from the ’80s, but true classics move us regardless of the era.
If you’re younger, take this chance to give them a listen!
Playlist
| A heartbreak song that was a hit in the 1980s. A classic and popular track in Japanese music. | |||
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| 1east | ShipwreckNakamori Akina | play_arrow | Lately, Nakamori has been appearing in the media less frequently... |
| 2east | stationTakeuchi Mariya | play_arrow | The eternal queen of women’s pop, Ms. Mariya Takeuchi’s... |
| 3east | Tears of the MagnoliaStardust Revue | play_arrow | They made their major debut in 1981 and produced numerous classic... |
| 4east | A Tearful RequestChekkāzu | play_arrow | Formed around the brothers Fumiya and Naoyuki Fujii... |
| 5east | I can’t stop this sadnessAnri | play_arrow | I don’t think that’s their intention at all, but… |
| 6east | Ruby RingTerao Akira | play_arrow | The hi-... by Mr. Akira Terao, released in 1981... |
| 7east | MPRINCESS PRINCESS | play_arrow | It still enjoys strong support from many generations... |
| 8east | Cheer up!Takeuchi Mariya | play_arrow | Mariya Takeuchi’s classic song “Genki wo Dashite.” Medi… |
| 9east | atonementTeresa Ten | play_arrow | In the days when there weren’t as many foreign celebrities as there are now, Japan… |
| 10east | First loveMurashita Kōzō | play_arrow | A singer who has produced numerous hit songs… |
| 11east | Rainy BlueTokunaga Hideaki | play_arrow | Released in 1986, it has been covered by numerous artists... |
| 12east | Goodbyeofukōsu | play_arrow | Of course, a group with all the members present... |
| 13east | Eyes Are DiamondMatsuda Seiko | play_arrow | The way one tries to stay strong even at the time of parting with a lover... |
| 14east | Under the Big Onion ~ Distant Feelingsbakufū suranpu | play_arrow | From the 1988 release 'Runner'... |
| 15east | Love is overŌyō Fifi | play_arrow | This “Love I…” released in 1979 |
| 16east | And then I’m at a lossŌsawa Yoshiyuki | play_arrow | A single from the album 'CONFUSION'... |
| 17east | Woman from “W no Higeki”Yakushimaru Hiroko | play_arrow | Back when Kadokawa films were at their peak, Hiroko Yakushimaru also ma... |
| 18east | Embraced by the wintry windKoizumi Kyoko | play_arrow | Stay by my side in my winter unrequited love of the 1980s… |
| 19east | Deceived by a guy like HiroshiTakada Mizue | play_arrow | Mizue Takada, released in 1983... |
| 20east | Goodbye PatternItō Toshihiro | play_arrow | I used to listen to this song back when I was working as a JNR employee… |
| 21east | The Last Holy NightSugiyama Kiyotaka | play_arrow | Kiyotaka Sugiyama’s hit song “Saigo no Holiday…” |
| 22east | I’ll wait.amin | play_arrow | No matter what happens, I'll keep thinking about the person I love forever… |
| 23east | Midnight Flight – A Lonely Christmas EveHamada Shogo | play_arrow | A heartrending breakup song set at Christmas... |
| 24east | Stay aquamarineKarurosu Toshiki & Omega Toraibu | play_arrow | From 1986 Omega Tribe to Carlos Toshi… |
| 25east | loveMatsuyama Chiharu | play_arrow | Colored the hit charts of the 1980s, and even now… |
| 26east | Hello, Sadnesssaitou yuki | play_arrow | Yuki Saito, who emerged from Miss Magazine, a… |
| 27east | Sad Colors, huh? ~ OSAKA BAY BLUESUeda Masaki | play_arrow | A masterpiece where you can fully feel the charm of good old songs… |
| 28east | Eris with Azure Eyesanzenchitai | play_arrow | The band name 'Anzen Chitai', men wearing makeup, nothing… |
| 29east | I wanted to talk to you.Minamino Yoko | play_arrow | Debuting in 1984, the beloved idol known as “Nanno”… |
| 30east | She and TIP ON DUOImai Miki | ![]() | Miki Imai’s 4th single, “Kanojo to T… |
| 31east | Graduationsaitou yuki | play_arrow | Yuki Saito, who debuted in 1985 with 'Sotsugyo'... |
| 32east | An outright serenadeInoue Yosui | play_arrow | Yosui Inoue’s hit song “Isso Serenade”… |
| 33east | Youthful RegretMatsutōya Yumi | play_arrow | Many of you may already know this, but rig... |
| 34east | Rock ‘n’ Roll in a Dumped MoodTOM★CAT | play_arrow | …characterized by an up-tempo, exhilarating rhythm |
| 35east | A Place in the SunHamada Shogo | play_arrow | A ballad by Shogo Hamada depicting an extramarital affair |
| 36east | Friendanzenchitai | play_arrow | A masterpiece depicting romance by Anzen Chitai |
| 37east | JunkoNagabuchi Tsuyoshi | play_arrow | Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s fifth single “Junko.” 1… |
| 38east | Lonely Tropical FishWink | play_arrow | The top idol duo of the ’80s, Wink… |
| 39east | MissingKubota Toshinobu | play_arrow | Singing the heartache of Toshinobu Kubota’s unrequited love |
| 40east | Tears on My BirthdayHOUND DOG | play_arrow | A rock ballad singing about the pain of heartbreak |
| 41east | Heartbroken over JuliaChekkāzu | play_arrow | A poignant love classic by The Checkers that moves the heart. |
| 42east | Lonely Way of the WindSugiyama Kiyotaka | play_arrow | A masterpiece whose memories of parting sustain the heart |
| 43east | Mary AnnTHE ALFEE | play_arrow | THE ALFEE’s first major hit: a classic youth rock anthem |
| 44east | In my heart, thank you.Thetōnanseihoku | play_arrow | A masterpiece that portrays heartrending emotions, a song that resonates with the heart |
| 45east | Let’s start from goodbyeSano Motoharu | play_arrow | A poignant breakup song by Motoharu Sano |
| 46east | perchKobayashi Sachiko | play_arrow | Sachiko Kobayashi’s hit song about lingering feelings for a man |
| 47east | Listening to OliviaAnri | play_arrow | Anri’s classic ballad that heals the pain of heartbreak |
| 48east | In the Middle of a DreamKisugi Takao | play_arrow | A masterpiece that depicts a love story of parting and reunion |
| 49east | Ah, heartlessAn Ruisu | play_arrow | A song that expresses a love story in rock |
| 50east | Lonely Heart (Japanese Version)CREATION | play_arrow | A pioneering presence among Japanese rock bands, Ku… |


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