A song themed around being divorced once. A breakup song.
Divorce is a major turning point in life.
As you face loneliness, regret, and complex emotions, have you ever been saved by lyrics that resonate with your heart or melodies you can relate to? We’ll introduce songs that offer deep comfort and courage—not only for those who have already been through a divorce, but also for those considering it.
These are songs that stay close to your heart: sometimes giving you space to cry, sometimes giving you the push to look forward with strength.
You’re sure to find one song that will support your heart.
A song themed around being divorced once. Breakup songs (1–10)
Lost ManBUMP OF CHICKEN
It was included on the single “Lost Man / sailing day,” released in 2003.
It’s a masterpiece that took quite a long time to produce.
The song conveys a sense of regret over something “lost,” evoking a certain loneliness.
SolaninASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
Released as a single in 2010, it was chosen as the main theme for the film Solanin, distributed by Asmik Ace Entertainment.
The song conveys that everyday happiness doesn’t last long, but it’s important not to give up.
Since it deals with the theme of parting, I think there are aspects that fit that theme.
Hated PersonAkashiya Sanma & Ohtake Shinobu
Probably among the most well-known divorced celebrities, Sanma Akashiya and Shinobu Otake remain, in a sense, on good terms despite their divorce—and they even have a duet song like this.
I won’t fall in love anymore.Makihara Noriyuki
This is the fifth single, released in 1992.
It was featured across many media, including Hits on TV (2005) and FUN Greatest Hits of the 90’s (2006).
The lyrics convey an awkwardness that shows someone putting on a brave face amid loneliness.
Until the day I can no longer rememberback number
This is a song by back number that portrays parting ways with a partner you walked through life with.
The loss you feel when the other person’s presence has shaped who you are—so deeply that it felt like they were half of you—is not easily filled, is it? This work sings of that profound sorrow, the loneliness of memories fading, and the complex feeling of wishing not to forget despite it all.
Released as a single in October 2011, it’s also included on the acclaimed album “Superstar,” and at the time it served as the ending theme for “JAPAN COUNTDOWN.” For those who have gone through divorce and are burdened with grief so heavy it feels impossible to recover from, this song will be there to say, “It’s okay not to force yourself to forget right now.” If you listen to this song and shed some tears, you might be able to look forward just a little.
Goodbye HappinessUtada Hikaru
A song by Hikaru Utada that portrays the resolve to say goodbye to days of past happiness and step forward as a new self.
Despite its upbeat dance sound, the lyrics bid farewell not only to loneliness but to happiness itself, conveying both the strength to accept the past and move toward the future, and the sadness that lies beneath.
Released in advance from the album “Utada Hikaru SINGLE COLLECTION VOL.
2” in November 2010, just before her hiatus, it was also featured in a commercial.
Even after going through a divorce and becoming single again, you may want to face your memories and take a strong step forward.
This is a song that gently gives a push to those who feel that way.
NEW YEAR’S EVEHamada Shogo
A classic ballad by singer-songwriter Shogo Hamada that portrays the gentle parting of two people who have been together for many years.
You can almost see the scene of a New Year’s Eve night when, caring for each other yet choosing different paths for the sake of their respective futures, they decide to part ways.
Listening to this song, some may quietly reflect on a past farewell and wonder, “Did that decision allow us both to take a new step forward?” The track was included on the album FATHER’S SON, released in March 1988, and was later self-covered by Hamada.
For those who have had to make a painful choice, this song may feel like one that gently embraces that decision and gives you the strength to look ahead—an intimate companion to the heart.