A song that feels refreshing after a breakup. A love song to listen to when you want to move on.
I want to cleanly, completely forget my ex! For you who feel the same, we’ve gathered a collection of love songs.
We’ll introduce songs about feeling refreshed after a breakup, upbeat tracks about moving on, and songs where you’ve had enough and say goodbye.
Everyone’s breakup story is different, but what we all share is the desire to break free from this love, right? Sadness, anger, exasperation, resignation…
Even if you still have lingering feelings but want to summon the courage to move on, these are for you.
When you’re going through a breakup, listen to lots of songs that capture all kinds of emotions—and let it all out so you can feel refreshed.
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A refreshing breakup playlist: Love songs to listen to when you want to move on (41–50)
Sorry Not SorryKAHOH
“Sorry Not Sorry” is a love song that captures a woman’s refreshing sense of relief after a breakup.
However, it’s not just a cold, dismissive message—perhaps that’s why so many listeners relate to it.
The song is performed by KAHOH, a singer-songwriter who debuted in 2020.
It falls under the R&B genre, with a rhythmic beat that sticks in your head.
It’s also recommended for those who enjoy songs portraying strong, confident women.
Your Anatomical Pure Love Song ~Die~aimyon
What happens to your heart when an obsession with the one you love spins out of control? Aimyon’s debut song portrays the precariousness of a mind in which a maddening love turns into violent emotion.
Marked by its pop melody and bright rhythm, the track was released in March 2015 as a Tower Records–exclusive single and reached No.
10 on the Oricon Indies Weekly Chart.
Its provocative content, which became subject to broadcast restraint, sparked conversation and drew in fans captivated by her unique worldview.
It’s a song that resonates with anyone who has let their feelings in love run wild and regretted it, or who has been overwhelmed by their feelings for someone important.
Sayonara LoveShibasaki Kou
Ko Shibasaki, who is also active as an actress, has a heartbreak song called “Sayonarabu.” Since it was released digitally only, many people may not have heard it.
The song portrays a woman’s regret after telling a man goodbye, along with her determination to move forward.
For that reason, it will likely resonate especially with those who have recently gone through a breakup.
The arrangement also accelerates toward the chorus, brilliantly expressing the feeling of emotions overflowing.
pure whiteFuji Kaze
This is a heart-cleansing medium-tempo ballad filled with kindness and purity.
Released in February 2025, it was written specifically for the i·ro·ha·su commercial “Surely Tomorrow Will Feel Good.” Fujii Kaze’s gentle vocals blend seamlessly with a bossa nova–style rhythm and the sound of acoustic guitar.
The lyrics gently encourage us to keep moving forward, accepting the inevitable farewells and changes in life.
When your heart is weary or you’re about to take a new step, why not immerse yourself in this song?
spare keyTakahashi Yuu
You know the singer-songwriter Yu Takahashi, right? Many of his songs are pop tunes that make you feel warm inside.
But Spare Key overturns that image.
It portrays a man who tells his girlfriend it’s over and asks her to return the spare key.
The lyrics are thoroughly cold and detached.
The rough guitar melody seems to mirror his ravaged state of mind, and it’s addictive.
I especially recommend it to anyone who’s having a hard time moving on.
God of HeartbreakNakamura Chihiro
A pop number by Chihiro Nakamura that embraces the emotions of facing heartbreak.
Included on her third mini-album “Onna no Fukurotoji,” released in November 2017, this piece depicts a protagonist who is suddenly dumped by email and entrusts their wishes to the god of heartbreak.
At first, they wish misfortune upon their ex, but gradually they begin to pray for their own happiness—a striking shift of heart.
It’s a song we especially recommend to anyone who has just gone through a breakup.
Wishing you happiness.zenbu yume mitai, watashi koko ni iru no ni
I can’t forget the slightly unusual unit name, “Zenbu Yume Mitai, Watashi Koko ni Iru no ni” (It’s all like a dream, even though I’m here).
It’s a music unit organized primarily by illustrator Nobumi Fukui, and their performances, which collaborate art and music, are very popular.
The vocals are performed by Saori Fueida.
Among their songs, one that’s especially popular is “Douzo O-Shiawase ni” (I Wish You Happiness).
It’s a piece that sings of wishing happiness for a former partner while still feeling lingering attachment.
Although the content is very heartrending, it ultimately turns into something that gently gives you a push forward.