A wonderful heartbreak song

[Women Artists Only] Breakup Songs Recommended for Gen Z

Music writer / guitarist / Certified web writing practitionerHoshino Takashi
Drawing on over 30 years of experience with guitars and bands since my high school days, I specialize in music-related articles and have handled many feature pieces to date. While my tastes lean toward genres like hard rock and heavy metal since I first picked up the guitar, I make a point of listening to a wide range of styles, both Japanese and Western, on a daily basis. I began working as a freelance writer in 2018. I hold a Web Writing Practical Certification, and in addition to writing, I’m also studying video editing. In my private life, I’m raising an elementary school child and stay active while supporting their extracurriculars, such as parkour and dance.

No matter who you are or what era you live in, the ache and pain of heartbreak never change.

There are countless breakup songs in the history of J-POP that capture those scenes.

And that hasn’t changed even today, when people often say younger generations are less focused on romance.

So this time, we’re introducing breakup songs by female artists that we recommend to Gen Z!

They’re all tracks you’ll find especially relatable because they’re sung by people of the same generation, so be sure to find the ones that resonate with you!

[Women Artists Only] Breakup Songs Recommended for Gen Z (31–40)

Sentimental KissShio Reira

Reira Shio / Sentimental Kiss Acoustic ver. (full) [Official Music Video]

Sentimental KissShio Reira

A gentle ballad by Reira Shio that delivers bittersweet feelings on a warm acoustic sound.

The lyrics delicately portray the distance between lovers after a breakup and the emotions wavering between heart and body, resonating deeply.

Her voice weaves memories of a feverish love and a faint lingering warmth with novel-like beauty, tenderly embracing the kind of heartache everyone has felt at least once.

Released in March 2022, the song was also used as background music for ABEMA’s dating show “He and the Wolf-chan Won’t Deceive.” It’s a track that will stay by your side on nights when you want to bask in memories of someone special, or when you need someone to hear the feelings you can’t hold inside.

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FragranceMahiru

[MV] Mahiru — Fragrance (Aroma)

FragranceMahiru

A heartrending song by Mahiru that portrays the feelings of a woman who can’t help but sense the presence of her former lover in the lingering scent of a borrowed perfume.

Delicately woven words capture how memories stirred by fragrance toss her about, leaving her heart aching with feelings she still can’t let go of.

Co-created with RINZO and released in December 2023, the piece gained support as a ballad that comforts many who have experienced heartbreak.

It’s a song that stands by those who, in everyday moments, are suddenly reminded of someone precious by a passing scent, bringing empathy to such bittersweet instants.

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Stand by MeKaneko Miyu

Miyu Kaneko “Stand by Me” MUSIC VIDEO

Stand by MeKaneko Miyu

It’s a warm, comforting song that stays close to those aching feelings.

“Stand by Me,” sung by Miyu Kaneko, was released in November 2024.

The lyrics vividly capture a woman’s emotions after a heartbreak, conveying the strength to look forward even while carrying sadness.

It might be the perfect song for those grappling with complex feelings of love or struggling to take the next step.

Please give it a listen.

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In conclusion

This time, we introduced breakup songs recommended for Gen Z, featuring only female artists.

From tracks that paint vivid scenes to more poetic pieces, there are many delicate works that are unique to women.

Of course, these are songs we’d recommend regardless of generation, so why not check them out?