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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.

Breakup songs sung by idols. A collection of heartbreaking love songs (11–20)

Peach tea and peach pie≒JOY

≒JOY (Nearly Equal Joy) / 2nd Single c/w 'Peach Tea and Peach Pie' [MV full]
Peach tea and peach pie≒JOY

This is a love song where a sweet, pink-tinted worldview intersects with a slightly bold crush.

It’s included as the B-side to the single “First Love Cinderella,” released in October 2024, and marks the first time member Anka Yamada served as center.

The cute sound that makes your heart flutter just by listening and the lyrics that adorably portray a possessive “Only look at me” are striking.

As an important number that brightens a single which reached No.

1 on the Oricon weekly rankings, it’s widely supported by fans.

In the music video, you can also enjoy the members dancing in café staff outfits.

Perfect for when you want a cute karaoke boost or to bask in a sweet mood.

Be sure to listen while thinking of your oshi!

≠ME≠ME

≠ME (Not Equal Me) / ≠ME - from 5th ANNIVERSARY PREMIUM CONCERT – [LIVE Ver. full]
≠ME≠ME

A dazzling, fast-paced number that sounds like the very essence of youthful brilliance.

It’s a song by ≠ME, the idol group produced by Rino Sashihara, included on their debut mini-album “Super Express Bound for ≠ME,” released in April 2021.

The album captured many hearts, reaching No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Rankings.

As the group’s first original song, its appeal lies in the way it races from the ache of unrequited love to the resolve to shout “I love you.” The refreshing melody and straightforward lyrics strike a chord, filling you with positive energy just by listening.

Give it a spin when you want to take a new step forward or break out of your shell.

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“Maison de 520” MV / Try Going Kyururin
Maison de 520kyururin tte shite mite

This piece carries a sweet, dangerous scent, as if it’s whisking you away on a romantic escapade.

The lyrics, inspired by Chinese expressions of love, and the glittering, exotic sound are particularly distinctive.

Many listeners will likely feel their hearts race at the slightly illicit mood that lurks beneath its innocent cuteness.

Included on the EP “Kyururin Wonderland,” released in April 2025, the track made waves when it transformed the venue into a fantastical world during the spring Zepp tour.

It’s an irresistibly addictive song from Kyururin tte Shitemite—perfect for a nighttime drive date or when you want to fully immerse yourself in your own secret time.

I want to be your face.kyururin tte shite mite

“I Want to Be Your Face” MV / Kyururin tte Shitemite
I want to be your face.kyururin tte shite mite

“I Want to Be Your Face” is an 8th single released in February 2025 by the idol group Kyururintteshitemite, who champion “Kawaii Realism.” Centered on social media, its modern theme of wanting a “face you aspire to” has struck a chord with many.

Written and composed by hitmaker Sho Yamamoto, the track features a lively, band-like sound.

It’s also included on the EP “Kyururin Wonderland,” released in April 2025, showcasing the group’s momentum.

The lyrics, which portray a girl’s heart swaying between ideals and reality, are heart-fluttering, and the irresistible depiction of chasing one’s admiration makes this a catchy pop song.

It’s bound to resonate with anyone working on self-improvement or hoping to be like their oshi.

Give this down-to-earth, charm-packed number a listen!

B-b-but.≒JOY

≒JOY (Nearly Equal Joy) / 2nd Single c/w 'Dadada, Datte.' [MV full]
B-b-but.≒JOY

From the peppy rhythm of the intro, this song instantly sweeps you into a bittersweet world of youth.

Included as the B-side of the single “First Love Cinderella,” released in October 2024, it became a hot topic as the group’s first unit track.

Sung by Ayumi Ichihara, Mizuki Oshida, and Yuka Murayama, this love song uses onomatopoeia-like phrases to express the fluster of a love that leaves you lost for words, making your heart skip a beat every time you listen.

The down-to-earth lyrics penned by Rino Sashihara are deeply relatable, and the music video’s must-see storyline cheers on its clumsy protagonist.

This work is an anthem that gives you courage when you feel timid about love.

Why not listen to it when you want to confess your feelings to someone you like, or when you need a little push forward?

Amagami Girl feat. DJ ALICE≒JOY

≒JOY (Nearly Equal Joy) / 4th Single c/w 'Amagami Girl feat. DJ ALICE' [MV full]
Amagami Girl feat. DJ ALICE≒JOY

There are times on weekend nights when you just want to surrender to a heart-thumping beat, right? This unique track imagines ≒JOY member Aizuki Yamano firing up the floor as “DJ ALICE,” pairing lyrics that capture a thrilling night with euphoric, uplifting sounds to create a party anthem.

The lyrics by Rino Sashihara express the push and pull of romance with the word “playful bite,” sure to set your heart racing just by listening.

It was included as a coupling track on the group’s 4th single, “Tell Me Your Phone Number!,” released in February 2026.

The music video features flashy performances in a club setting, too.

It’s the perfect song for when you want to have a blast with friends or boost your mood on a drive.

Breakup songs sung by idols: a collection of heartbreaking love songs (21–30)

Blue Hawaii Lemon≒JOY

≒JOY (Nearly Equal Joy) / 3rd Single Title Track “Blue Hawaii Lemon” [MV full]
Blue Hawaii Lemon≒JOY

A refreshingly exhilarating summer tune themed around a fleeting summer escape.

The lyrics liken the feeling of being in love to shaved ice—cold yet sweet—evoking bittersweet, vibrant scenes of youth.

With Reon Esumi at center, the transparent vocals fuse with a driving sound to whisk listeners away to a distant seaside.

Released as the 3rd single in June 2025, this song—penned by Rino Sashihara—became a hit that symbolizes the group’s momentum, peaking at No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

Amid classic pop stylings, it also conveys a fragility that melts away like summer in an instant.

Perfect for amping up summer outings like drives or beach trips, and a great listen when you want to forget the everyday and feel refreshed.