Breakup songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke. Heart-healing songs about parting ways.

BelieveNishino Kana

Kana Nishino “Believe” MV Full

A song by Kana Nishino that leaves a strong impression: after boldly transforming her look and starting to work on herself, the protagonist spots her ex looking happy, feels shaken, yet resolves to move forward with a positive outlook.

Alongside its up-tempo sound, the message emphasizing the importance of believing in yourself resonates deeply.

Released in June 2013, the track was used in House Wellness Foods’ C1000 commercial and is included on the album Love Collection ~mint~.

It’s a gentle push for anyone healing from heartbreak who wants to believe in their future, and for those ready to take a new step forward.

No matter how…Nishino Kana

Kana Nishino 'No Matter How Much...' MV Full

The 15th single “Tatoe Donna ni…” was featured as the song for the SONY WALKMAN “Play You.” commercial.

The lyrics, which convey feelings for a former lover and a sense of regret, may overlap with many listeners’ own memories.

Its restrained vocal tone and low key make it easy to sing, and the relaxed tempo makes it approachable to try.

However, there are occasional leaps in pitch, so be careful not to lose track of the notes, including the pitches before and after.

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We’re already broken up, you and I.AYANE

AYANE / We’ve already broken up, you and I (Lyric Video)

It’s a bittersweet love song that brings back memories of past relationships.

Released in January 2025, it’s included on the EP album “my luv.” AYANE’s clear, airy vocals are striking, and before you know it, you find yourself overlaying your own life onto the world of the lyrics.

The smooth, mellow R&B sound really seeps in, too.

It’s perfect for listening alone on nights when you can’t help but think of an ex.

By the time it ends, you might be able to look forward a little.

1225 ~The Christmas When You Were There~Chicago Poodle

Chicago Poodle “1225 ~The Christmas You Were There~ (2012 Remix)”

It’s a song that evokes memories of an ex-girlfriend, lingering with unspoken feelings and regret, while still yearning for her somewhere out there.

It has a slightly upbeat tempo and is something of a hidden gem.

I knew it was a love that would never reach you, yet I couldn’t hold myself back and kept on loving you.GACKT

GACKT: 'I knew it was a love that would never reach you, yet I couldn’t stop and kept on loving you...'

A song by GACKT that portrays the anguish of a heartrending love.

Even knowing the feelings will never reach their destination, he sings them out with powerful emotion.

Combined with the production process that transformed it into a heavy ballad, it became a track that leaves a deep impression on listeners.

Released in August 2005, it was used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Keiyaku Kekkon” (Contract Marriage).

It was GACKT’s first drama theme song and is also included on the album DIABOLOS.

It’s perfect for those nursing the pain of heartbreak or holding onto feelings they can’t let go of.

Try belting it out at karaoke to release the emotions you carry inside.

In loveHY

Koiwoshite

HY, a band from Okinawa, released “Koi o Shite” in December 2024.

It serves as the theme song for the film “366 Days,” which hits theaters in January 2025, and is positioned as a sequel to the ballad “366 Days” of the same name that centers on heartbreak.

The lyrics portray moving forward while overcoming the pain of parting, and it’s truly stirring.

Please give it a listen while thinking of someone special to you!

White ChristmasJUN SKY WALKER(S)

White Christmas - J(S)W (JUN SKY WALKER(S))

It was used as a commercial jingle.

I think it’s now become a hidden gem.

It’s a rock ballad that expresses a man’s feelings as he decides to part ways with his girlfriend.

Each time you listen closely, it slowly wells up in your chest.