A breakup song with great lyrics. A beautiful message that lingers in the heart.

Until the day I can no longer rememberback number

back number – Until the Day It Becomes Unrememberable (full)

When it comes to breakup songs, back number is indispensable.

The “breakup period” might be exactly what the title of this song says: “Until the Day I Can No Longer Remember.” As long as you still remember, you smile at the happy memories, and the painful ones and the regrets bring the sadness rushing back… and little by little, the wounds heal with the passage of time.

But even if you could forget everything, would that really be okay? Those murky, unsettled feelings that follow a breakup are expressed just as they are.

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RADWIMPS – me me she [Official Music Video]

It’s a ballad that gently stays by your side in that hollowed-out feeling of loss, as if there’s a hole in your heart.

The song is included on RADWIMPS’ album “RADWIMPS 4: Okazu no Gohan,” released in December 2006.

Although it wasn’t released as a single, it can be called a hidden masterpiece that has been loved by many listeners for years.

In a way that overlaps with how the title “Memeshii” is read, it portrays with raw honesty the lingering feelings for a former lover mingled with one’s own ego.

The warm tone of the guitar and the conversational vocals really hit home, and each listen may bring a tightening ache to your chest.

On nights when there’s someone you simply can’t forget, or when you want to cry your heart out and look forward, why not give it a listen?

lingering loveKitatani Ruki

Ruki Chatan “Koinokori” Official Music Video

Sung by Ruki Kitaya, who also drew attention for the 2023 Pocari Sweat commercial song “Ao ga Mau,” “Koinokori” is a track I especially want heartbroken men to hear.

The lyrics, like a treasure box of memories, mention places like the convenience store the two often visited and the path where they went on dates.

Even amid the lingering attachment, you can still feel the love he has for her that remains to this day.

It’s a tearjerker that’s a must-listen for anyone who can’t switch their feelings off right away.

wishsumika

sumika / Wish [Music Video]

A heart-stirring song by sumika that sings of a bittersweet love and a hopeful wish for the future.

Even while bearing the pain and loneliness of unrequited love, the desire for a loved one’s happiness leaves a lasting impression.

Released in December 2019, the song was written as the theme for the drama “Ossan’s Love -in the sky-.” Seamlessly blending with the drama’s world, lead actor Kei Tanaka praised it, saying, “Despite the bittersweet lyrics, the melody is powerful, and it’s a truly memorable, great song.” It can be called a warm, encouraging piece that comforts those who wish to heal the pain of heartbreak and those who eagerly await the start of a new romance.

Beyond the goodbyeMatsushita Kohei

Kohei Matsushita – Beyond Goodbye [Official Audio]

Sayonara no Mukou ni is a song I especially want people who are heartbroken to listen to.

It was created by Kohei Matsushita, who is active both as an actor and as a singer-songwriter.

The lyrics portray the sorrow and emptiness of a man who has parted ways with his lover, while still conveying the belief that a wonderful future awaits, which has encouraged many listeners.

His gentle vocals are soothing to the ear, and there’s no doubt that listening will heal you and help you move forward.

Another appeal is that the lyrics are structured like a monologue.

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Song of the Eternal NightKamisama wa saikoro o furanai

God Does Not Play Dice “Yoru-Naga Uta” [Official Lyric Video]

A poignant breakup song that captures the pain of the moment you realize the person you loved is drifting away.

Created by God Doesn’t Roll Dice, the track was included on the mini-album “A View on Lambda,” released in May 2019.

It later gained attention primarily on TikTok from spring 2020, and the official lyric video on YouTube surpassed 10 million views.

The piano tones and the earnest vocals of Shusaku Yanagida quietly portray a yearning for days that will never return.

The protagonist can’t accept the other person’s change of heart, yet still wishes to meet them once more—an image that will resonate with anyone carrying the pain of unrequited love or heartbreak.

The reasons for the breakup can be interpreted in various ways, making this a song I’d recommend even to those who feel they are on the verge of losing someone important right now.

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indigo la End – Change of Heart [Lyric Video]

A soul-stirring song by indigo la End that faces the truth of encounters and farewells.

Its delicate, emotional sound meshes perfectly with lyrics that portray the pain of heartbreak.

Released in April 2024, the track showcases the band’s signature themes of bittersweet love and their distinctive guitar work.

It evokes a lonely atmosphere, as if surrendering to the stillness of the night and conversing with oneself.

Anyone who has experienced heartbreak will surely relate deeply.

Whether you want to heal emotional wounds or spend a quiet night in self-reflection, this gem is one you’ll want to play—recommended not only for indigo la End fans, but for anyone who knows the ache of lost love.