Hidden gems of breakup songs in Western music. Recommended popular tracks.

The OneThe Chainsmokers

The Chainsmokers – The One (Audio)

A breakup ballad about a dead-end relationship.

It was released in 2017 by The Chainsmokers.

The backing vocals are by collaborator Emily Warren.

It became a hit around the world and was certified Gold in Australia and Italy.

HappierEd Sheeran

Ed Sheeran – Happier (Music Video)

A ballad about a breakup released in 2017 by Ed Sheeran.

Ryan Tedder, the frontman of OneRepublic, whom he first met backstage at the TV show X Factor in November 2014, was involved in its production.

The track was a hit around the world and was certified platinum in four countries.

DangerouslyCharlie Puth

Charlie Puth – Dangerously [Official Video]

A pop ballad released in 2016 by American singer Charlie Puth.

It became a hit in New Zealand and various European countries.

The music video, directed by Aya Tanimura, had been viewed over 50 million times as of May 2017.

SorryTyler Royale

Sorry

This is a song by Tyler Royale, a singer-songwriter from Atlanta who has been immersed in music since the age of nine.

Released in June 2020, the track is an R&B number that expresses apology and regret toward a former lover.

Even while knowing she can no longer convey her feelings, the painful emotions she still holds for that person are rendered through her deep, soulful vocals, tightening the listener’s chest.

As you listen to the wistful melody, you can almost see the protagonist regretting her mistakes.

Hearing this poignant track might inspire you to be honest with your feelings and express them to someone you cherish, so you won’t have any regrets again.

MercyShawn Mendes

Shawn Mendes – Mercy (Official Music Video)

A power ballad released as a digital download in 2016 by Canadian singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes.

Ilsey Juber, who has worked on tracks for Major Lazer, was involved in the production.

The music video was filmed in Toronto.