Breakup songs by Japanese bands: recommended classics and popular tracks

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reGretGirl "Whiteout" Official Music Video

A song that expresses the pain of heartbreak through the color white, it pierces deeply into the listener’s heart.

It deftly portrays the anguish of a breakup—the shocking confession made over the phone while driving down the highway at night, the frustration of being unable to put “I want to see you” into words.

Included on the mini-album “my,” released in December 2017, it drew attention in various ways, including use on TikTok and high praise from Nicole Fujita.

Its straightforward, powerful guitar sound and melody stir complex emotions while giving you the strength to face forward.

The lyrics, which empathize with those who have gone through similar experiences, are especially striking.

I want to forget.wacci

wacci “I Want to Forget” Music Video

This is a song by wacci that portrays the bittersweet feelings of being unable to let go of a former lover, no matter how much you want to move on.

It delicately expresses the emotional turmoil of wishing to erase memories of an ex, yet seeing traces of the past even in new encounters.

Released exclusively via digital distribution on July 17, 2024, this work is a highly relatable heartbreak song that speaks to those who, despite trying to enter a new relationship, find themselves held back by lingering feelings and the frustration of not being able to move forward.

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Suysougurashi 'I Was the Only One Who Loved It.' Official Music Video

A heartbreak song by suisougurasu that delicately portrays the ache and lingering attachment of love.

Eye’s clear, translucent vocals beautifully capture the painful feeling of being left behind while the other person moves on to their next romance.

Many listeners will relate to the lyrics, which depict how a casual message from the person you like can throw your heart into turmoil.

Released in September 2021, this song is sure to resonate with anyone who can’t forget someone they love or is suffering from a love they can’t let go of.

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Neguse. “Everyday Revolution” Official Music Video

A song about a love given up and a lost everyday life has arrived from Neguse.

Included on the album “WONDERLAND NI AIJOU WO!” (Show Your Love to Wonderland!), this track paints a bittersweet love story.

With Ryotachi’s tender, affectionate vocals and a soothing guitar sound, it gently accompanies those who have experienced heartbreak.

Released in September 2022, the song resonated with many listeners and its music video has surpassed 7 million views.

Sometimes you only realize how important someone is after you’ve lost them.

This is a song we especially recommend to anyone who’s had that experience.

I want to see that girl.Urufuruzu

Ulfuls Valentine Special Live

A love ballad by the rock band Ulfuls, led by Tortoise Matsumoto.

Performed with an acoustic arrangement, the song captivates with its delicate guitar tones and the gentle yet heartrending world evoked by vocalist Tortoise Matsumoto’s husky voice.

The feelings of heartbreak are expressed simply and directly, piercing the listener’s heart.

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[Ulfuls] One Day, with Lyrics

This is the B-side track from the single “Asobou,” released in 1998.

It says that even if there’s a gaping hole in your heart and the light within has completely gone out, things will be okay once you find someone new to love—thinking that would be easy, but in reality, you still can’t forget her… It’s a song that vividly portrays this inner conflict.

You told a lie.ofukōsu

You told a lie.

It’s a single released in 1984.

She has someone else she loves, and she’s hiding it—but he’s aware of it.

The song conveys the despair and sorrow of being lied to and betrayed.

Kindness and cruelty are separated by the thinnest of lines, aren’t they?