A breakup song sung by an idol. A collection of bittersweet love songs.
Among the songs sung by idols, there are so many love songs, aren’t there?
In this article, we’ll focus on breakup songs among those many love songs.
Even when we say “breakup songs,” the stories behind them vary: songs about breaking up after dating, songs about confessing and being rejected, songs about unrequited love that ended before the feelings could be conveyed, and so on.
So as you listen to the songs we’re about to introduce, be sure to read the lyrics as well, and take your time to savor the stories and bittersweet emotions woven into each one.
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Breakup songs sung by idols. A compilation of bittersweet love songs (61–70)
I saw you.≠ME
This is a summer song released in August 2025 by ≠ME, an idol group produced by Rino Sashihara.
The track portrays the bittersweet emotions of seeing the person you like together with someone else.
It reflects Sashihara’s unique sentiment of “not wanting ≠ME to have their love fulfilled,” intertwining the frustration of unrequited love with the atmosphere of late summer to create a heart-wrenching feel.
It’s a must-listen for anyone in the throes of a one-sided crush or those who want to reminisce about the delicate memories of their youth.
Sakura GirlNEWS
Sung by NEWS, this song portrays a fleeting love that begins with the arrival of spring and ends like falling cherry blossoms.
The lyrics weave a beautiful story filled with a range of emotions, using cherry blossoms—an emblem of spring—as a motif to exquisitely express the poignancy of meeting and parting.
Released in March 2010, the track debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon weekly chart.
It’s a song that stays close to the heart during springtime scenes of new encounters and farewells.
LoveTreCUTIE STREET
A cute, heart-fluttering pop tune that charmingly captures the feelings of a girl in love.
It’s a track by CUTIE STREET, set to be released as their eighth single in February 2025.
The lyrics cleverly compare the progression of love to a train journey, perfectly matching the refreshing sound.
The members’ energetic vocals convey the pounding excitement and honest feelings toward someone they like.
Listen to it on your commute or school train ride, and it might feel like a love story is about to begin—sure to lift your spirits.
Now, the moon is waxing≒JOY
≒JOY is an idol group that has been on a remarkable run since their debut in January 2024.
Released digitally in August 2025, this song is a love ballad that sings of pure feelings for someone special.
In fact, it’s a cover of a track that Ms.
Sashihara once wrote for HKT48.
The refreshing sound arrangement evokes the image of a star-studded night sky.
It’s the perfect dose of idol pop for when you want to immerse yourself in single-minded love.
Real Sexy!Sexy Zone
A refreshing pop tune that makes your heart skip just by listening, filling you with the courage to take a step into a new world! It lifts your spirits as if someone were inviting you, “Let’s go find a new view together!” The lyricist’s intention to convey “the breath of spring and hope” is beautifully expressed.
Released in May 2013 as a double A-side single, it debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon charts and was used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s “Super Infiltration! Real Scope Hyper.” It’s sure to give you a powerful push whenever you’re starting a new challenge or want to lift your mood.
When I think of youTOKIO
When introducing TOKIO’s songs, there’s no way we can leave out this jewel of a ballad! It’s one of the group’s masterpieces—a beautifully mellow love ballad.
Delicate guitar tones gently intertwine with vocals that are sweet yet tinged with sadness.
The song is written from the perspective of a shy man, and the way it carefully portrays the wavering of a heart in love is truly captivating, don’t you think? Released in February 1999, it also served as the theme song for their flagship variety show and was included on the acclaimed album “YESTERDAY & TODAY.” It’s a track that stays close to your heart on quiet nights when you’re thinking of someone special.
ChankapanaNEWS
An exotic melody and a surge of passionate feelings dedicated to a “beloved one” make this a song that dramatically colors a summer romance.
Released as a single in July 2012, it debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and sold approximately 245,000 copies.
Perfect for lifting your spirits in open, summery moments! If you’re wishing for “a special romance this summer,” this song is sure to give you courage.