[Jealousy & Possessiveness Songs] A curated selection of popular tracks to listen to when possessiveness feels overwhelming!
When you fall for someone, don’t you get curious about the people of the opposite sex around him or her, and feel jealous if the vibe seems even a little too good?
You worry, “What if they end up liking someone other than me someday?” right?
You might also feel jealous of new friends your beloved friend has made, or of someone who seems close to your ideal type.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs that explore various themes of jealousy and possessiveness.
Listening to tracks you can relate to can help you view yourself objectively, and it might even give you the courage to boldly confirm what’s been bothering you!
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[Songs of Jealousy and Possessiveness] A Curated Selection of Popular Tracks to Listen to When Overwhelmed by Possessiveness (41–50)
I can’t bring myself to hate (you/it).ren
A work that sings of emotions born in the space between loss and lingering attachment.
Even when cornered into a situation where they can’t help but depend on the other person, their love is so deep they can’t even bring themselves to hate them.
Ren’s clear, translucent vocals capture that aching feeling beautifully.
The lyrics vividly portray the subtle, complex emotions hidden deep in the heart, creating a worldview that truly resonates.
Released in September 2021, this piece is also known as Ren’s debut song.
Its delicate, acoustic guitar–driven arrangement enhances the poignancy of the vocals.
It’s a song that stays with you when you’re suffering from lingering attachment or obsession toward someone you love, or when you love them so much you can’t let go.
[Song of Jealousy and Possessiveness] A curated selection of popular tracks to listen to when you're struggling with possessiveness! (51–60)
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This song might suit the word “control” more than words like “possessiveness” or “constraint.” It seems more fixated on shaping one’s own happiness than on the other person’s feelings or the truth.
But this is likely the darker side of a feeling everyone has: wanting the person you love to look only at you.
When you can’t reach your partner, or when the person you like gets along with someone else, you feel anxious or jealous, right? It’s just expressed in an exaggerated way; if you turn love inside out, it’s an emotion everyone has to some degree.
I’m sure many people can relate.
Kiss me hereShiina Ringo
This is Shiina Ringo’s third single, released in 1999.
It’s a masterpiece in the history of Japanese J-ROCK, in which she sings with a sensuality and passion unbelievable for someone in her early twenties about the murky possessiveness of a woman.
The protagonist is a woman with a single-minded love, who even feels jealous when her boyfriend’s eyes follow another woman.
Rather than the straightforward, cute type, she’s someone who isn’t good at leaning on a man or expressing her feelings well—if you’re that kind of woman, these lyrics will probably resonate with you.
The songstress has died.sū saido
This song sharply captures the complex emotions of love.
The protagonist’s inner conflict and jealousy intertwine with an emotional melody, piercing deeply into the listener’s heart.
Released in September 2024, the track sparked major buzz on social media, with its demo video drawing around 1.4 million views.
While it takes the death of an artist as its theme, it actually portrays the pain of living and the envy of talent.
It’s recommended for those struggling with love and relationships, especially anyone who finds it hard to express their feelings.
The more you listen, the more you may find yourself confronting your inner emotions.
avocadoyonige
A piercing song that stays close to the pain of heartbreak.
Anyone who has experienced a breakup with a former lover can relate to the emotions portrayed here—expressed through the lingering inability to forget that person and the impulsive act of throwing an avocado.
Featured on yonige’s “Hajimete no Yonige,” this track was released in August 2015.
The music video, which notably includes a scene where a woman throws an avocado, drew attention for visuals that match the song’s worldview.
It’s a song that will resonate deeply with anyone carrying the pain of a broken heart.
a prioriMrs. GREEN APPLE
This is “A Priori” by the five-member band Mrs.
GREEN APPLE.
While Mrs.
GREEN APPLE may be strongly associated with a refreshing, youthful image, if you look for them, you’ll find quite a few songs that capture the darker sides of human nature, like this one.
Not only the melody but the overall band sound is intricately crafted, and you can really feel the song brimming with spite and jealousy.
The lyrics are also packed with relatable points about envy.
It’s a track that lets you plunge all the way into the unpleasant feelings of jealousy, only to emerge with a sense of catharsis.
TiamoEXILE
This is EXILE’s song “Ti Amo,” released in 2008.
It also drew attention for featuring Atsushi Yanaka from Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra and actress Minami in the music video.
The track brims with EXILE’s sensuality, captivating listeners with its mature vibe.
The emotions swaying in an unrequited love are romantic yet frustrating.
Although the lyrics don’t say it outright, you can feel jealousy flaring up amid that inner turmoil.
It’s a song I hope resonates with anyone quietly burning with jealousy.