Breakup songs recommended for people in their 80s: a collection of classic tracks that capture heartbreaking feelings
When it comes to breakup songs familiar to people in their 80s, it’s probably the tunes released during the Showa era, isn’t it?
Back then, there were so many masterpieces in pop and enka that portrayed bittersweet emotions.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of breakup songs we hope people in their 80s will enjoy listening to.
If you’re from a younger generation and reading this, please recommend the songs we’re about to introduce to the 80-somethings around you.
They’ll surely be reminded of their youthful days.
Playlist
| Breakup songs recommended for people in their 80s: a collection of classic tracks that capture heartbreaking feelings | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Goodbye once moreOzaki Kiyohiko |  play_arrow | A heartbreak song themed around parting and the hope of reunion |
| 2 | Yokohama TwilightItsuki Hiroshi |  play_arrow | Hiroshi Itsuki’s classic song: a bittersweet farewell in Yokohama |
| 3 | Waltz of StarlightSen Masao |  play_arrow | Masao Sen’s heartbreak song, a timeless classic that touches the heart |
| 4 | Morning of PartingPedoro & Kapurishasu |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that soothes the pain of heartbreak |
| 5 | LetterYuki Saori |  play_arrow | The Appeal of Saori Yuki’s Breakup Song “Tegami” |
| 6 | Yanagase BluesMikawa Ken’ichi |  play_arrow | Yanagase Blues is a classic song that depicts the pain of a broken heart. |
| 7 | Angel’s TemptationMayuzumi Jun |  play_arrow | Jun Mayuzumi’s classic song about the pain of heartbreak |
| 8 | This is goodbye today.Sugawara Yoichi |  | Yoichi Sugawara’s classic breakup songs resonate with the heart |
| 9 | Cape ErimoShimakura Chiyoko |  play_arrow | Chiyoko Shimakura’s heartbreak song, singing about parting from the one she loves |
| 10 | Sad SakeMisora Hibari |  play_arrow | Hibari Misora’s famous song that entrusted the pain of heartbreak to alcohol |
| 11 | The person I fell in love withMiyako Harumi |  play_arrow | Harumi Miyako’s classic song, singing of the sorrow of parting |
| 12 | atonementTeresa Ten |  play_arrow | Teresa Teng's classic song Tsugunai |
| 13 | Farewell, my loverSakai Masaaki |  play_arrow | “Farewell, My Lover” is a heartbreak song that expresses the sadness of parting. |
| 14 | Woman’s PathMiya Shirō to Pinkara Torio |  play_arrow | A classic song that portrays the strength of a woman overcoming the pain of heartbreak |
| 15 | Room of BlocksFuse Akira |  play_arrow | Tsumiki no Heya is a classic song of love and parting |
| 16 | Showa-era womanNagayama Yōko |  play_arrow | A classic masterpiece depicting a Showa-era woman's farewell and resolve |
| 17 | It was rainy again in Nagasaki today.Uchiyamada Hiroshi to Cool Five |  play_arrow | Kiyoshi Maekawa’s classic song paints the emotion of heartbreak and the scenery of Kyushu. |
| 18 | At the Rainy Taverndikku mine |  play_arrow | A Showa-era classic that sings of the melancholy of heartbreak. |
| 19 | Journey of the Heartchūrippu |  play_arrow | A classic song that captures the bittersweet emotions of departure. |
| 20 | Snow CountryYoshi Ikuzo |  | The scenery of the northern country and the heart-stirring singing voice of Yoshikazu Ikuzō |
| 21 | Parting at 22kaguya hime |  play_arrow | A classic song that depicts a breakup with a lover and a fresh new start |
| 22 | The Camellia Sasanqua InnŌkawa Eisaku |  play_arrow | Eisaku Ōkawa’s heartrending love song, thoughts on the sasanqua flowers |
| 23 | a red handkerchiefIshihara Yūjirō |  play_arrow | Spring in the northern country, a masterpiece that resonates in Yujiro Ishihara’s heart |
| 24 | Traveler of the NorthIshihara Yūjirō |  | A melancholic masterpiece that sings of love in the northern land |
| 25 | The Days of Rainbows and Sneakerschūrippu |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of the bittersweetness of youth and the gentle kindness of heartbreak |
| 26 | Listening to OliviaAnri |  play_arrow | Anri’s classic ballad that heals the pain of heartbreak |
| 27 | Drinks for twoAzusa Michiyo |  play_arrow | A song that gently accepts the parting of love |
| 28 | Tangled HairMisora Hibari |  play_arrow | Hibari Misora sings of love and prayer at Shioyasaki. |
| 29 | Melancholy NightMatsu Kaori |  play_arrow | A song about the city nightscape and a wistful love |
| 30 | A Letter Waiting for Springyoshida takurou |  play_arrow | Heartfelt exchanges through letters and songs of memories |
| 31 | Lingering Snowiruka |  play_arrow | Spring farewell song, a masterpiece by Iruka |
| 32 | Cotton HandkerchiefŌta Hiromi |  play_arrow | A bittersweet song about long-distance love, nostalgic memories |
| 33 | Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi |  play_arrow | A celebrated song of spring, a masterpiece by Yumi Matsutoya |