Recommended breakup songs for high school students: classic and popular J-pop tracks
When do you feel like listening to heartbreak songs? Is it, after all, when you’ve had your heart broken? Some people want to soak in those feelings with breakup songs and have a good, long cry, while others want to sort out their emotions so they can move forward.
We’re introducing lots of tracks themed around unrequited love and heartbreak for you to listen to at times like these.
Have a good cry and feel refreshed, or just zone out and listen without thinking.
May the power of music help you feel even a little more positive.
Playlist
| Recommended breakup songs for high school students: classic and popular J-pop tracks | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | GraduationMy Hair is Bad |  play_arrow | High school romance is brief and marked by bittersweet farewells. |
| 2east | me me sheRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | Yojiro Noda’s lyrics are distinctive and deliver a fresh sense of emotion. |
| 3east | MetronomeYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s masterpiece that portrays the pain of heartbreak |
| 4east | Happinessback number |  play_arrow | The soul of heartbreak songs, music that resonates with the heart |
| 5east | Even if you went and became somebody’s damn girlfriendtensai bando |  play_arrow | A love song by Genius Band that resonates with the heart |
| 6east | RainHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Motohiro Hata sings Senri Oe’s classic song with heartfelt emotion. |
| 7east | NAOHY |  play_arrow | A cry from the heart that warmly envelops a bittersweet longing |
| 8east | someone I likeUeno Yūka |  play_arrow | Oku Hanako’s lyrics express poignant emotions. |
| 9east | Girls don’t cry.katahira rina |  play_arrow | A moving song that depicts Rina Katahira’s feelings |
| 10east | periodIshizaki Hyuui |  play_arrow | A sentimental song that expresses the pain of making a decision |
| 11east | Aoi childHanaregumi |  play_arrow | A quiet song by Yojiro Noda and a piano of silence and space |
| 12east | tear(s)KANA-BOON |  play_arrow | An unshakable love and a heartrending longing |
| 13east | Et ceteraONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | A heartrending melody that sings of the pain of heartbreak |
| 14east | Last sceneikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A refreshing breakup-themed theme song, a moving work that resonates with the heart |
| 15east | SNOW SOUND[Alexandros] | ![SNOW SOUND[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/e7GvXNOxhng/default.jpg) play_arrow | An emotional song that captures the bittersweet pain of heartbreak while trying to move on. |
| 16east | Hand in handkuriipuhaipe |  play_arrow | A poignant song that sings of the pain and importance of a broken heart |
| 17east | If I Hadn’t Met You ~Summer Snow Winter Flower~Aimer |  play_arrow | The hope that people grow through heartbreak |
| 18east | Things that have formShibasaki Kou |  play_arrow | A song of the courage to live beyond sorrow |
| 19east | The season of farewellSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | A graduation song by SHISHAMO that is popular among high school girls. |
| 20east | Love StoryAmuro Namie |  play_arrow | A popular song with powerful lyrics about overcoming heartbreak |
| 21east | Happy Endingback number |  play_arrow | Portraying the pain of a broken heart and the poignancy of parting |
| 22east | The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | Nanami Hashimoto’s graduation song depicts heartbreak and the future |
| 23east | Before GoodbyeAAA |  play_arrow | Sing poignantly about the feelings before saying goodbye |
| 24east | Blue BenchSasuke |  play_arrow | A moving song loved across generations |
| 25east | petalback number |  play_arrow | The appeal of back number, who sing about the poignancy of heartbreak |
| 26east | Orangekuriipuhaipe |  play_arrow | Relatable lyrics and vocals that resonate with the heart |
| 27east | avocadoyonige |  play_arrow | A breakup song you can relate to with avocado lyrics |
| 28east | The summer you gave meieiri reo |  play_arrow | Leo Ieiri’s moving heartbreak song |
| 29east | FLAVOR FLAVORKEYTALK |  play_arrow | KEYTALK's refreshing heartbreak song is captivating. |
| 30east | OverMr.Children |  play_arrow | Overcoming the pain of heartbreak and moving on to a new love |
| 31east | May it be filled with kindnessJUJU |  play_arrow | A gentle breakup song that puts you in a positive mood |
| 32east | It’s nothing.RADWIMPS |  play_arrow | The moving theme song of the film “Your Name.” |
| 33east | Cold fireworksKami ga nokoshita yume o kuu. |  play_arrow | At summer’s end, singing of a frustrating heartbreak |
| 34east | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | An anthem of youth that sings of heartbreak’s pain and the growth it brings |
| 35east | NatsumiAKASAKI |  play_arrow | Delicate lyrics of an eighteen-year-old, memories of summer |
| 36east | together; along with; bothWANIMA |  play_arrow | An anthem to help you get over heartbreak—let’s move forward. |
| 37east | I want to forget.wacci |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song that sings of the pain of farewell |
| 38east | I didn’t want to know, if it meant losing it.atarayo |  play_arrow | The Conflict Between a Lover's Betrayal and Unfading Feelings |
| 39east | GibbsShiina Ringo |  play_arrow | A heart-touching song that conveys the bittersweet pain of a broken heart |
| 40east | I loved (it/you)erica |  play_arrow | A moving song that directly portrays the pain of heartbreak |
| 41east | No matter how…Nishino Kana |  play_arrow | A romance of nostalgic days and cherished memories |
| 42east | cherrysupittsu |  play_arrow | A famous Spitz song depicting youthful hope and heartbreak |
| 43east | secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE |  play_arrow | A classic anthem of youth and farewell, newly appreciated by a younger generation |
| 44east | I miss you.UVERworld |  play_arrow | Lyrics of a sentimental song learned from loss |
| 45east | Just… I miss youEXILE |  play_arrow | A signature heartbreak song, popular at karaoke |
| 46east | fireworksSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | Heartbreak song by Sandaime J Soul Brothers |
| 47east | It hurts, and I can’t be honest.Nakamura Maiko |  play_arrow | The importance of expressing your honest feelings |
| 48east | I didn’t like it that much.Base Ball Bear |  play_arrow | A poignant song that portrays the pain of a man's heartbreak |
| 49east | lampChatto Monchī |  play_arrow | A song that sings of the pain of heartbreak and bittersweet longing |
| 50east | JELLYNumber_i |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the bittersweet feelings of love at the end of summer |
| 51east | 1.2. step to youKANA-BOON |  play_arrow | A heartbreak song with bittersweet lyrics and a refreshing vibe |
| 52east | memoryDomura Riu |  play_arrow | A profound song that portrays a heartbroken man's regrets |
| 53east | HappinessOnda Masanori |  play_arrow | A poignant song reflecting on memories of heartbreak |
| 54east | Be My LastUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | A heartbreaking breakup song that resonates with high school students |
| 55east | freesiaMarushii |  play_arrow | Marcy’s heartbreak song, the pain of a breakup |
| 56east | Only I liked it.suisou gurashi |  play_arrow | A Heartbreak Song from Life in a Fish Tank |
| 57east | A Tiny Love SongŌhara Sakurako |  play_arrow | Sing about the bittersweet feelings of love as a movie theme song |
| 58east | To you who didn’t choose meKoresawa |  play_arrow | A song that expresses the pain of heartbreak in a pop way |
| 59east | The Fourth Avenue CafeL’Arc〜en〜Ciel |  play_arrow | An anime theme song that portrays the poignancy of heartbreak |
| 60east | I×USilent Siren |  play_arrow | A bittersweet winter melody of broken love |
| 61east | Andromedaaiko |  play_arrow | A heartbreak song characterized by the bittersweetness of feelings toward your changed self. |
| 62east | ForevermoreUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Moved by Hikaru Utada’s theme song |
| 63east | Unrequited Love of ‘Say My Name’LiSA |  play_arrow | A song with poignant lyrics by LiSA that is truly captivating |
| 64east | Love letterTHE BLUE HEARTS |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of the pain of heartbreak and the wish to make someone happy |
| 65east | Pure love, therefore the theory that human nature is evil.kusō iinkai |  play_arrow | Kusou Iinkai is a three-member band that portrays heartbreak. |
| 66east | If there really is a destined person for meNishino Kana |  play_arrow | Overcoming the pain of heartbreak and believing in a destined partner |
| 67east | One more time,One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi |  play_arrow | Masayoshi Yamazaki “5 Centimeters per Second” theme song |
| 68east | I Remember YouYUI |  play_arrow | YUI’s bittersweet heartbreak songs resonate with the heart. |
| 69east | Say goodbye to the love I clung to.matsuri |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the emotions of a woman moving forward after heartbreak |
| 70east | the first strong spring windnishina |  play_arrow | Nishina's spring love song |
| 71east | deep redMy Hair is Bad |  play_arrow | A rock song that portrays the pain and joy of love |
| 72east | Unreachable love songTani Yuuki |  play_arrow | Tani Yuuki’s rapid rise and heartrending breakup songs |
| 73east | sentimentalculenasm |  play_arrow | A guitar piece that beautifully portrays the past and regret |
| 74east | bookmarkkuriipuhaipe |  play_arrow | Farewells and new beginnings in the season when cherry blossoms fall |
| 75east | Hologram of LoveSKE48 |  play_arrow | SKE48’s heartbreak song resonates with me |
| 76east | I love you.Otsuka Ai |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring song that delicately sings of romantic feelings |
| 77east | I miss you so much, I want to see you.Nishino Kana |  play_arrow | Kana Nishino’s Popularity and the Influence of Her Breakup Songs |
| 78east | Be happy, okay?matsumura kanau |  play_arrow | A breakup song sung by Kanau Matsumura |
| 79east | Your TraceMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto |  play_arrow | A warm-hearted breakup song that gently stays by your side |