Masterpieces that sing of despair. Recommended popular songs.
I’ve put together a generous selection of negative, melancholy songs with the theme of “despair.” Whether it’s heartbreak from unrequited or impossible love, or setbacks in life, the shades of despair vary, with each artist’s individuality and emotions on full display.
When you just want to sink into your feelings, why not listen closely and let yourself fully experience despair, all the way to the very bottom? Some songs even let a glimmer of hope shine through the despair.
Savor that deep despair, then switch gears and get back to enjoying life!
Playlist
| Masterpieces that sing of despair. Recommended popular songs. | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | moonlightOnitsuka Chihiro |  play_arrow | It makes you imagine an adult child... |
| 2east | a May flyRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | A happy song usually meant for my beloved girlfriend… |
| 3east | viviYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s songs are masterpieces that fuse dark lyrics with beautiful melodies. |
| 4east | I thought about killing myselfNakajima Mika |  play_arrow | In Mika Nakashima’s songs, there’s one with such a shocking title... |
| 5east | Despair BillyMakishimamu Za Horumon |  play_arrow | Ending theme of the anime 'DEATH NOTE'… |
| 6east | despairMUCC |  play_arrow | The title mentions despair, and that’s exactly wha— |
| 7east | The moon for youCocco |  play_arrow | It’s one of Cocco’s many negative songs… |
| 8east | ALIVEMr.Children |  play_arrow | Included in the album “BOLERO”… |
| 9east | FogDAOKO |  play_arrow | When I created Fog, back then Daoko’s... |
| 10east | RingHirai Ken |  play_arrow | When you want to listen to songs that sing of despair, you must be feeling sad… |
| 11east | Young adultmakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | A despairing pop-rock song by Macaroni Empitsu |
| 12east | If being alive is painfulMoriyama Naotaro |  play_arrow | Speaking of Naotaro Moriyama, his gentle singing voice is particularly distinctive... |
| 13east | Teru’s SongAoi Teshima |  play_arrow | It was used as the theme song for the Ghibli film Tales from Earthsea… |
| 14east | Ti AmoEXILE |  play_arrow | The title of this song means “I love you” in Italian... |
| 15east | When that day comesHaruka to Miyuki |  play_arrow | From the very first note, I thought, “Here comes a great song!!” |
| 16east | Boukyaku featuring KOHHUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Music of sorrow filled with despair, a life without light |
| 17east | I don’t mind being unhappy for the rest of my life.mafumafu |  play_arrow | A moving song that sings of deep despair and self-denial |
| 18east | UninstallIshikawa Chiaki |  play_arrow | An anime opening theme from 'Bokurano' that has a strong sense of emptiness and is highly popular. |
| 19east | Why Don’t You Play in Hell?Hoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A moving song that paints hope between life and death |
| 20east | NonfictionHirai Ken |  play_arrow | A ballad song by Ken Hirai that depicts sorrow |
| 21east | Only on nights when I want to dieAina ji Endo |  play_arrow | A warm song where a loved one’s smile supports the heart |
| 22east | Our FailureMorita Doji |  play_arrow | Released in 1976. Shocking right from the opening lyrics… |
| 23east | KemuriONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | ONE usually has lots of cool, high-energy rock songs... |
| 24east | vortexPorno Graffitti |  play_arrow | A pull so strong it’s beyond anything I can imagine right now… |
| 25east | When Someone’s Wish Comes TrueUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | With Hikaru Utada’s translucent/clear voice and a touch of sorrow... |
| 26east | LonelinessMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Love, the only hope I found amidst despair |
| 27east | the saintsnatori |  play_arrow | Filled with deep darkness and despair, a future stolen… |
| 28east | Crimson MoonShibata Jun |  play_arrow | At night, alone in a calm room, with Shibata Jun’s singing voice... |
| 29east | Stop this nightJUJU |  play_arrow | As JUJU’s 15th single, 201… |
| 30east | Write it as “regret,” read it as “future.”mafumafu |  play_arrow | Mafumafu’s rock ballad: a cry from the heart |
| 31east | Stars on EarthNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | A representative work by Miyuki Nakajima, known across a wide range of generations… |
| 32east | The key won’t turn.suitei shoujo |  play_arrow | The ending theme of the horror film Ju-on, ... |
| 33east | painVaundy |  play_arrow | A song that raises questions as it confronts the absurdity of life |
| 34east | loadTHE toraburyū |  play_arrow | Released in 1993, it has sold over 2.2 million copies… |
| 35east | I’d rather die.Fuji Kaze |  play_arrow | A deep feeling that everyone has sensed at least once in the depths of their heart... |
| 36east | Withered Susuki Grass of the Shōwa Erasakura to ichirō |  play_arrow | Even among the classic songs of the Showa era, there are ones that are perfect for when you're feeling down... |
| 37east | Tree of DreamsOkamura Takako |  play_arrow | Personally, I feel that this song is one of Takako Okamura’s... |
| 38east | Surely this life had no meaning.Kitanitatsuya |  play_arrow | Music that sings of Tatsuya Kitani’s anguish and inner conflict |
| 39east | No, noReoNa |  play_arrow | For those looking for songs that are heavy and overwhelmingly dark, by all means... |
| 40east | I bear a grudge.Nakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | The shock of Miyuki Nakajima’s song “Urami-masu” |
| 41east | See ya.Naoko Ken |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that portrays the sorrow of heartbreak and a brave facade |
| 42east | MayB’z |  play_arrow | It has a different vibe from up-tempo rock, though… |
| 43east | Pain, go away!ZORN |  play_arrow | A song of deep despair and hope, weaving a cry of the soul |
| 44east | RevengeMy Hair is Bad |  play_arrow | A song that expresses the sorrow and anger of betrayal |
| 45east | seems like (just) my imaginationChōchō P |  play_arrow | A heart’s cry and a sense of despair conveyed through music |
| 46east | Grim ReaperOmori Seiko |  play_arrow | Since the title is 'Grim Reaper,' it truly gives a sense of despair... |
| 47east | AitaiKato Miria |  play_arrow | No matter how much I wish to see you, I can’t. |
| 48east | Snow of LamentKotani Misako |  play_arrow | It’s the debut single released in 1996... |
| 49east | On that night that couldn’t become the futureamazarashi |  play_arrow | Listening to bleak lyrics seeking salvation |
| 50east | There was no meaning to being born.mafumafu |  play_arrow | A heart’s song beyond loneliness, a melody of hope |
| 51east | Nothing I do goes well.meiyo |  play_arrow | An emotional song portraying self-loathing and inner conflict |
| 52east | It’s a completely rotten life.takayan |  play_arrow | Drawing close to the heart of a listener who feels despair in life |
| 53east | Samezame-ooYOAKE |  play_arrow | A poignant song of deep despair and heartbreak |
| 54east | reincarnationboku no ririkku no bouyomi |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that resonates with the heart, condensing raw emotion: 'Reincarnation' |
| 55east | He was alive, wasn’t he?aimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon, a song that questions life and the meaning of living |
| 56east | A night that makes me want to dieRen |  play_arrow | Something sad happened, and I just felt like throwing everything away and... |
| 57east | Azure Daysplenty |  play_arrow | Even when you give it your all, your efforts don’t pay off… |
| 58east | DaydreamreGretGirl |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the bittersweetness of heartbreak and delusions |
| 59east | Premonitory RaidMakishimamu Za Horumon |  play_arrow | A raw band sound imbued with social criticism and conviction |
| 60east | Shut up.Ado |  play_arrow | Expressing a sense of discomfort with society through punk rock |