An empathy song to listen to when you’re hurting and feel like a 'convenient woman'
A person you love so much it hurts—yet have you ever suddenly thought, “Wait, am I just a convenient woman to him?” Some may know from the start that they’re only a convenient option and still choose to stay because they love him.
Here are songs dedicated to those self-proclaimed “convenient women.” When sadness suddenly washes over you and you feel down, these gentle, companionable songs will surely ease your heart, even just a little.
Have a good, cathartic cry, then lift your head and face tomorrow again.
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Empathy songs to listen to when you feel hurt and like a “convenient woman” (1–10)
convenient womanNanase Riri
Riri Nanase is a singer-songwriter whose songs depicting realistic relationships—like being the convenient woman or the cheated-on girlfriend—have been drawing attention.
Her track “Convenient Woman” is exactly what the title suggests: many listeners will relate to having feelings for someone only to find out he actually had a girlfriend.
Maybe, from his perspective, it was just a way to kill some time.
But from hers, it felt like a bolt of lightning, a fated connection—an outpouring of one-sided emotions captured in the lyrics.
Not reflected in the eyesindigo la End
Even just the title stirs up a pang of sadness—indigo la End’s “Hitomi ni Utsuranai” (“Not Reflected in Your Eyes”).
The song gives the impression of a woman who thinks only of him with single-minded devotion, while he wavers, unable to commit, drifting.
Even if she sees herself as the so-called “convenient woman,” she still loves him so much and can’t let go of the hope that one day he might be hers alone.
There’s the frustration of wanting to convey those feelings but failing to get them across.
The music video features Haru, and it became a talked-about track for its poignancy.
motion sickness from proximitywanuka
Wanuka’s emotionally resonant song beautifully captures the frustration of unrequited love.
It overflows with a powerful yearning for the other person and the poignant ache of being unable to express it honestly.
Opening the album Aonisei, the track was released in February 2021 and became a massive hit, surpassing 200 million views on TikTok.
Inspired by Natsume Soseki’s “The moon is beautiful, isn’t it?” the lyrics shine with a distinctly Japanese, indirect way of conveying one’s feelings.
It’s a song that stands beside those troubled by love—especially anyone unsure of their place.
It’s perfect to listen to alone or share with someone special.
May this song help ease your complicated feelings, even just a little.
Empathy songs to listen to when you’re feeling hurt and like a “convenient woman” (11–20)
When Someone’s Wish Comes TrueUtada Hikaru
Hikaru Utada’s “Dareka no Negai ga Kanau Koro” (“When Someone’s Wish Comes True”) is a song that, with very simple words, conveys the idea that one’s happiness is built on someone else’s misfortune—making it immediately clear and deeply wrenching.
It’s likely to strike a chord with anyone who has realized they’ve been the so‑called “convenient woman.” Unusually for Utada, there’s no English in the lyrics; instead, the song sinks in slowly and gently.
The piano-and-vocal delivery and the string melodies further heighten the sense of poignancy.
Song of a Convenient WomanAbe Mao
It’s a bit different from what people usually call a “convenient woman”; this is a song from a woman’s perspective about toying with someone to suit her own convenience.
“Toying with” sounds harsh, but it portrays a woman who, despite understanding his feelings, dates someone else and uses his feelings—her own budding love and inner conflict are sung about here.
The song is included on Mao Abe’s 2010 album Pop.
In the end, only after he gets a girlfriend does she finally face her true feelings and regret… a track that hits you right in the heart.
Love’s Melody and Rainy SkiesAAA
“Koion to Amazora” is the 38th single by the performance group AAA.
It was selected as the theme song for the 2013 film Tiger Mask.
The song drew significant attention, winning the Excellence Award at the 55th Japan Record Awards.
It was also used in commercials for H.I.S.
and Ito-Yokado.
It’s a catchy, refreshing track you’ll want to listen to over and over, filled with feelings for someone special.
It’s a recommended song for a change of pace when you’re worn out from love.
Sayonara, baby.Kato Miria
When it comes to love songs that capture a bittersweet feeling, many people probably think of Miliyah Kato.
‘Aitai’ and ‘Ai no Kuni’ are also popular, heart-wrenching love songs, but this track, ‘SAYONARA Baby,’ is another signature number by Miliyah Kato.
There are surely many people who want to believe his words but, deep down, have their doubts and sense that something is off.
And yet they end up believing those sweet words…
This song reflects the wavering emotions of such a woman, especially evident in the back-and-forth between the man and woman in the chorus.