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Change of Heart: A love song expressing the bittersweet feeling of falling for someone new

There are times when the feelings of someone you liked start to drift away, when they have a change of heart—or when you yourself do.

In love, there may be no experience more painful than that.

You were chatting with smiles just yesterday, but today they won’t even meet your eyes.

When you notice such a change in the other person—or in yourself—what feelings well up inside you? In this article, we’ll explore various forms of parting through songs that sing of changing hearts and the pain of heartbreak.

Songs that stay close to your sadness, songs that vent your anger, songs that help you look forward… You’re sure to find one that speaks for your feelings.

[Change of Heart] A love song expressing the bittersweet feeling of falling for someone new (81–90)

Everyday Revolutionneguse.

Neguse. “Everyday Revolution” Official Music Video
Everyday Revolutionneguse.

This is a song by Neguse that delicately portrays the pain of heartbreak and resonates deeply with the heart.

It chronicles how everyday life is transformed by a breakup with a lover, set to a gentle melody.

The fading of ordinary morning scenes and the memories the two shared invites listeners’ empathy.

Included on the mini-album “Wonderland ni Aijō o!” released in September 2022, the track became a hot topic on social media platforms such as TikTok.

It’s a warmhearted breakup song that comforts those who can’t forget an ex and aren’t yet able to move on to a new love.

Freedom Lolitanejishiki

[Yukari Yuzuki] Freedom Lolita [Original]
Freedom Lolitanejishiki

Screw-style’s “Freedom Lolita” portrays the coexistence of feelings that accept a breakup and feelings that can’t.

Even if you can casually say “Well then, goodbye” at the moment you part, your heart may still be soaked with lingering attachment—harboring emotions that are the complete opposite.

All the more so if the breakup itself, or everything leading up to it, was awful.

You might think, “I’ll be the one to dump someone this terrible,” yet the feeling of “love” doesn’t disappear inside—something that happens often.

It’s a recommended song for those who have broken up but still can’t sort out their feelings.

Say goodbye to the love I clung to.matsuri

Say goodbye to clinging love. / Matsuri (Good bye, toxic love) [Official Music Video]
Say goodbye to the love I clung to.matsuri

This is a song by Matsuri that delicately portrays the feelings of a woman breaking free from a past dependence on love and trying to take a new step forward.

Released digitally in June 2022, it features striking lyrics about the struggle between telling herself she’s forgotten her former partner and the bittersweet memories that occasionally resurface.

The track gained popularity on TikTok and resonated with younger listeners, and a music video starring Yuu Miyazaki was also produced.

It’s a warm breakup song that offers comfort to those trying to face forward despite heartache and to those who still feel lingering attachment to past love.

Goodbyes don’t disappearMikito P

Mikito-P “Sayonara Doesn’t Fade” MV
Goodbyes don’t disappearMikito P

It’s a bittersweet breakup song that projects the helpless loneliness that comes after parting with a lover.

Created by the Vocaloid producer Mikito-P—also known for “Roki” and “Sarishinohara”—the track was released in 2019 as a message song to “Natsu no Hanken,” which came out in 2014.

The nostalgic soundscape, with strings enveloping the band, leaves a strong impression.

It evokes the image of sound gently flowing from the ears into the heart.

The more you empathize with the protagonist facing the reality of being alone, the more it hurts.

liarmezame P

[Mezame-P (Tsunamaru)] Usotsuki - NicoKara on vocal
liarmezame P

It’s a heartbreak song with a bubbly, cute vibe.

In keeping with the upbeat feel, it sounds like she’s singing straightforwardly and matter-of-factly, but there’s still something that lingers in the heart, and that really hits you.

This content comes precisely from the fact that it’s not something you can just give up on easily.

So it wasn’t me, huh.riria.

riria. / So it wasn’t me. [Music Video]
So it wasn’t me, huh.riria.

This song, with its heartrending lyrics based on Riria’s real-life experiences, resonates with many people.

From the title alone, you can feel the pain of a girl confronted with the reality that the person she likes has someone else in their heart.

No matter how hard you try, some loves simply don’t come to fruition.

Continuing to have feelings for someone without knowing how they feel is truly painful.

Released in October 2021, the song garnered a huge response, especially among younger listeners.

It’s highly recommended for those who want to heal the pain of heartbreak or are struggling with their relationship with someone they like.

Listening to it might give you the courage to face your own feelings.

[Change of Heart] A love song that sings of the bittersweet feeling when the person you like changes (91–100)

Chocolate Meltdownjigu

Chocolate Meltdown / JIG feat. Hatsune Miku – Chocolate Meltdown
Chocolate Meltdownjigu

Although it’s a song about being in love, it ends up evoking heartbreak.

It’s a track by Vocaloid producer Zigu, released in 2019.

Centered around a piano timbre, it unfolds as a stylish four-on-the-floor tune.

The protagonist wishes not to let go of their current happiness and not to say goodbye to their lover—in other words, they’re imagining the end of love.

Many people can probably relate to this feeling.

It’s an emotion you experience precisely because you’re in a relationship.

You hope it will last forever, yet you can’t shake the anxiety.

The further you listen, the more tightly this love song grips your heart.