[Bittersweet] A Special Feature on Anime Breakup Songs [Sad]
Breakups are part and parcel of romance.
Heartbreak can really take a toll on you.
Sure, some breakups leave you feeling refreshed, but far more often, that’s not the case.
There’s that sudden moment when you realize the person who was always by your side is gone… Just thinking about it makes your chest ache.
In this article, I’ve put together a collection of anime heartbreak songs.
They’re all gems that will soothe the wounds in your heart.
Letting a song lead you to watch the anime it’s from might be a nice change of pace, too—give it a try.
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[Heartbreaking] A Collection of Anime Breakup Songs [Sad] (11–20)
Your Memorymao
It’s a heart-wrenching number that blends pure love and heartbreak, singing, “No matter how much time passes, I’m thinking of you.” The song is by mao, a singer also known for performing “Yume o Kanaete Doraemon,” and it was released in 2010 as her third single.
It was used as the ending theme for the anime Hakuoki, which is based on a romance game.
The melody carries a traditional Japanese atmosphere that suits the work, and mao’s gentle vocals fit perfectly, stirring the emotions.
We all want to stay happily in love with the person we care about forever, don’t we…?
One more time, One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi
A breakup song from the Japanese music scene—one of the classics.
It’s a track by singer-songwriter Masayoshi Yamazaki, released in 1997 as his fourth single.
Chosen as the theme song for the film “The Moon and a Cabbage,” in which Yamazaki himself starred, it became a hit.
Then in 2007, it was used as the theme song for the animated film “5 Centimeters per Second.” The lyrics capture the aching feeling of searching for a precious “you,” even though you know they’re no longer there—truly moving.
It’s a song I hope will be sung for generations to come.
single bedSha ran Q
This heartbreak song is extremely well-known and hugely popular, but in fact it was used as the ending theme for the anime “D·N·A²: Aitsu no Daiji na Aitsu” (DNA² ~Aitsu no Daiji na Aitsu~).
The lyrics, which express a poignant male perspective on heartbreak, are very striking.
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It was used as the ending theme for the anime Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kaku: Outbreak.
Yuzuki’s clear, high vocals are so beautiful and truly resonate with the heart.
The slow, gentle melody pairs with the wistful, fragile lyrics and brings tears to your eyes.
colorlessUehara Azumi
This is a song that was used as an ending theme for the anime Detective Conan.
It’s sung by Azumi Uehara, a singer from Tokyo, and was released in 2002 as her fifth single.
For those who watched Detective Conan back then, it’s a nostalgic track.
The lyrics, which express the loneliness of being alone and the feeling of “I want to see you,” are heart-wrenching.
Her fragile vocals match the tone of the song beautifully.
It’s a bittersweet rock ballad that brings back memories of past loves.
Endless PoemHikasa Yoko
The grand, beautiful melody really sinks into your heart.
It’s sung by Yoko Hikasa, who’s also popular as a voice actress, and was released as her second single in 2013.
It was chosen as the theme song for the anime film “Hal,” which depicts a love story between a human and a robot.
The lyrics, infused with the film’s worldview, truly hit home.
So, after you watch the movie, be sure to listen to it again.
And if you’ve ever experienced an unforgettable love, you’ll surely relate.
You might find yourself crying before you know it.
[Heartrending] Anime Broken-Heart Songs Special [Sad] (21–30)
The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell
This is the song used as the ending theme for the anime Bakemonogatari.
It’s a track by the creator unit supercell, whose popularity took off through online activity, and it was released in 2009 as their debut single.
The vocals are by the singer Yanaginagi, known as the utaite Gazelle.
It’s a bittersweet breakup song that evokes memories of a summer night spent with someone special.
The lyrics convey the regret of not being honest, making you feel a tight pang in your chest.