Breakup songs to listen to at Christmas: timeless tracks to soothe your time alone
Introducing heartbreak songs you’ll want to listen to at Christmas!
Christmas comes once a year.
Some people spend a wonderful holiday with their partner, while others find themselves alone for various reasons—like not being able to see the person they like or having broken up with their significant other.
In this article, we’ve gathered songs about Christmas heartbreak: tracks that will make you cry and songs that keep you company during solo time.
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Breakup songs to listen to at Christmas: Timeless tracks to heal your solo time (31–40)
Rice Ball Christmassadamasashi
It’s a hidden gem by Masashi Sada, the nationally beloved singer-songwriter.
It’s quite an old song, but why is it called “Omusubi Christmas”? You’ll understand if you listen closely.
In Sada’s uniquely crafted world, a positive message is woven into this short song: don’t lament your current situation—if you keep trying, your dreams will come true.
I truly think Sada is a wordsmith.
I’m sure that if you listen to this song, even you nursing a broken heart will feel encouraged.
Goodbye Christmasyashiki takajin
It seems that many great artists, sadly, pass away too soon.
“Yashiki Takajin” was one of them.
He became famous for a theme song for a Gundam movie, but he left behind numerous masterpieces in the Kansai dialect.
This song, ‘Sayonara no Christmas,’ isn’t in Kansai dialect, but it’s about an adult parting—an anticipated farewell, the day a couple decides to stop being husband and wife.
Various scenes invite listeners to reflect on their own lives, and I imagine it might bring them to tears.
It’s a recommended song to listen to when you’re looking to move toward new encounters.
I totally hate Christmas!! Just kidding.CRAZY KEN BAND
A song released in 2002.
I imagine many people listen to it once the Christmas season arrives.
Despite the singer’s deep, rugged voice, the melody is cute, and it feels as if he’s singing to a child.
Even though he says “I hate it!” you can soak up the Christmas atmosphere right from the intro with the sound of bells and chimes.
It’s a warm song that brightens things up, even if you’re feeling a bit down.
Definitely one to include in your background music playlist.
A Christmas CarolZa Makkushou
A 2005 song by the rock band THE MACKSHOW.
Even if something sad happens…
the shuffle beat rhythm will lift your spirits.
But the lyrics are bittersweet, so…
listen to this when you want to have a good cry at Christmas.
Your heartbreak with the one you loved will become a memory, and by the time Christmas is over, you’ll be ready to take the next step!
ChristmasMatsuyama Chiharu
It’s the 43rd single, released in 1997.
It masterfully blends the flavor of ’90s Christmas songs and is the artist’s first Christmas song.
It’s the perfect track for the early winter chill, when you long for a bittersweet melody.
The lyrics are simple, but you can feel the intense affection for a lover.
The lingering emotion of the long song is expressed through an extended outro—this is the part that brings the tears.
Breakup songs to listen to at Christmas: masterpieces to heal your alone time (41–50)
Winter FireworksOku Hanako
A tear-jerking winter ballad released in 2014 by singer-songwriter Hanako Oku.
It depicts the feelings of unrequited love: you have a crush on a close friend, but that person likes another friend.
It might be a double-edged sword to listen to at Christmas, but the feelings you can’t put into words resonate poignantly over its flowing melody.
Taking a step back is one path, but you don’t want to lie to your heart, do you? This song gently nestles up to those feelings.
Give it a listen when you can’t let your emotions out.
It will surely usher in your next future.
December Rainchay
Sung by singer-songwriter chay, Yumi Matsutoya’s classic “December’s Rain” may have a fun, upbeat rhythm, but it’s actually a heartbreak song.
The phrasing of the lyrics and the slightly metaphorical expressions are so characteristic of Yumi Matsutoya—really lovely! Even though it’s a breakup song, it carries a cheerful vibe, and I’m sure you’ll like this track too.
