[Perfect for Autumn] Heartbreak songs that resonate with bittersweet feelings
Has anyone gone through a breakup now that autumn has arrived?
There are all kinds of heartbreaks—like the end of a blazing “summer fling,” or unrequited love that never came true after longing for so long.
Unlike summer, with its many fun events and liberating mood, autumn has a calmer atmosphere that can feel a bit lonely.
If you experience a breakup in such a season, you might feel even more wistful and sentimental than usual.
In this article, I’ll introduce heartbreak songs that perfectly match the autumn vibe.
They’re all gentle tracks that will stay close to your heart, so take your time and listen.
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[Perfect for Autumn] Breakup Songs That Soothe a Heart in Pain (41–50)
autumn rainsonā poketto
Released in 2022, Sonar Pocket’s “Akisame” (“Autumn Rain”) is a ballad that depicts the pain of a broken heart.
One of Sonar Pocket’s appeals is their lyrics that resonate with listeners, and this song is no exception—many will read the words, relate them to their own experiences, and feel deeply moved.
The autumn rain referenced in the title is evocatively portrayed throughout the lyrics, further emphasizing the story’s sadness and sense of helplessness.
The reflections on their time together, filled with regret, and the depiction that the beloved person is no longer by their side make your chest tighten involuntarily.
SparkleIkuta Rira
Rira Ikuta, a singer-songwriter also known as the vocalist of YOASOBI, captivates fans with her clear, translucent voice.
Her fifth digital-only single, “Sparkle,” chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s original romance show Today, I Fell in Love: Mikan Edition, is a memorable number featuring a delicate ensemble centered on acoustic guitar.
The lyrics, depicting the end of a one-sided love that was both painful and radiant, feel perfect for the sentimental season of autumn.
Though the melody has wide, challenging pitch shifts, it’s a pop tune you should definitely try singing at karaoke.
A world without youto shiki
This song, “A World Without You,” released in 2022 by Toshi, a singer-songwriter from Hyogo Prefecture, first gained attention on TikTok and was later officially released.
It’s a sad love song sung while thinking about a former lover who is no longer by their side.
While denying feelings of regret, it conveys that the love was genuine, and that with time to sort through those emotions, acceptance became possible.
It’s a track that perfectly matches the melancholy mood of autumn.
You Go Your WayCHEMISTRY
This is the third single by the music duo CHEMISTRY, whose group name was chosen in hopes of a “musical chemical reaction” sparked by their two distinct voices.
The song was featured in a collaboration commercial for Suntory’s BOSS and is also known as the track with which CHEMISTRY made their first appearance on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
The lyrics portray the wavering emotions of two people destined to part, a feeling that naturally resonates with the autumn season of farewells.
Its beautiful harmonies gently color the heartbreak, making it a number that tightens the chest as you listen.
Last sceneJUJU
This is the 27th single by JUJU, a female singer-songwriter who set her sights on becoming a jazz singer at the age of 12, moved to New York—the home of jazz—and made her major-label debut in 2004.
Chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “Seijo,” the track features a soulful arrangement highlighted by deep, expansive string sounds that evoke a sentimental mood.
The lyrics depict a breakup chosen at the end of a complex background that words alone can’t fully express, and those who have had similar experiences may find themselves listening intently and deeply empathizing.
It’s a dramatic heartbreak song in which JUJU’s voice, unfazed by the grand ensemble, pierces the heart.
Farewell still resides in my heart.ZARD
Centered around Izumi Sakai, who passed away suddenly in 2007, ZARD was a music unit that enjoyed particularly high popularity and recognition among Being-affiliated artists who dominated the J-POP scene in the 1990s.
This is their 16th single.
Used as the theme song for the film “Reiko Shiratori Desu!” (My Reiko Is Better!), the track creates a poignant atmosphere through the contrast between its transparent vocals and wistful melody.
Its message—telling oneself that while it can’t be forgotten now, someday it will come to an end within—portrays the delicate yet strong psychology of a woman.
A gem of a heartbreak song whose refreshing feel is tinged with melancholy, perfect for coloring long autumn nights.
Wanderin’ Destinyglobe
This is the 11th single by globe, a three-member music unit formed around the much-anticipated music producer Tetsuya Komuro, which has released numerous mega-hit songs.
The track was used as the theme song for the TV drama “Aoi Tori,” and its lyrics—written to follow the drama’s storyline—powerfully portray a man and woman who long to be together but cannot.
The chorus melody, which conveys a profound, almost maddening kind of love, is likely to deeply move listeners who have gone through a similar experience.
With arrangements that draw you in and create a distinctive sense of weightless drift, it’s a love song perfect for autumn.