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

Many people probably vent the pain of heartbreak by singing their feelings out at karaoke.

From bittersweet songs that stay close to your sadness, to tracks that let you cry it all out and release your emotions, and even uplifting anthems that help you start looking forward—heartbreak songs come in many forms.

Sometimes, singing can help you face your feelings of heartbreak more directly.

In this article, we’ve gathered a wide range of breakup songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke.

You’re sure to find one that fits your feelings perfectly right now.

Breakup songs to sing at karaoke: Healing tunes about parting (11–20)

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DISH// – Cat [Official Live Video 2019]
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A poignant, ephemeral farewell captured in DISH//’s gem of a medium-tempo ballad.

It overlays the unexpected loss of a lover with the image of a “cat,” expressing lingering attachment to a love that’s gone and a wish to meet again.

The yearning for a lover who vanished as suddenly as a whimsical, free-spirited cat, and the heartfelt desire to reunite in any form, strikes a chord.

In March 2020, vocalist Takumi Kitamura’s one-take acoustic performance sparked major buzz, and the song was later chosen as a TV drama theme the same year.

Crafted by singer-songwriter Aimyon, the melodic track gently supports those facing the pain of parting while trying to look ahead, delivering a warm light to the heart.

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A fan favorite that has been covered by artists like BENI and Ringo Sheena.

Originally included on the album “Fake Fur,” it was released in 1998 as their 19th single.

It was used as the theme song for COUNT DOWN TV and also featured in two other TV dramas.

The song is about someone who still can’t stop thinking about the girl who said goodbye; the soaring vocals are heartrending and deeply moving.

I miss you so much and want to see you.Nishino Kana

Kana Nishino 'I Miss You, I Miss You (short ver.)'
I miss you so much and want to see you.Nishino Kana

The definitive song that positioned Kana Nishino as the “I want to see you” character.

It’s a track that never stops being talked about—used both as a meme and as a serious heartbreak song—but when you listen to it on its own, the lyrics make it easy to empathize with a woman’s feelings.

It’s one of the breakup songs that represents the Heisei era.

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Saucy Dog "Someday" MUSIC VIDEO
somedaySaucy Dog

Even if you’ve never been through it, this song somehow makes you feel like you have.

As one of Saucy Dog’s signature tracks and a beloved heartbreak song, “Itsuka” is deeply popular.

Many listeners have found themselves in tears at the way it’s sung—softly savoring memories in the verses, then exploding with emotion in the chorus.

Sing it at karaoke and everyone might end up in tears…

It’s a gentle, faintly nostalgic breakup song that tightens your heart.

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YOASOBI “Tabun” Official Music Video
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A YOASOBI song that depicts a memorable morning of parting.

The protagonist’s quiet farewell is conveyed through delicate words and a heartrending melody.

Released digitally in July 2020, it was also used as the theme song for a short film of the same name.

The lyrics, which portray the complex emotions left after a breakup and the changes in a relationship, resonate deeply with listeners.

It’s a recommended track for those who have experienced a springtime farewell or who wish to reflect on memories with someone dear.

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Happy Endingback number

This is a poignant song by back number that portrays a woman putting on a brave face at the moment of parting.

On the surface she tries to send him off with a smile, yet she cannot let go of her feelings for him, and the delicate depiction of her inner turmoil is deeply moving.

Written as the theme song for the film “My Tomorrow, Your Yesterday,” released in December 2016, it also drew attention for its music video featuring actress Erika Karata, and was later included on the album “Encore.” If you find yourself in a situation where you have no choice but to give up while still harboring feelings for someone you love, you may see yourself in this song.

It’s a soul-stirring track that will make you want to listen to it again and again through tears.

Breakup songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke: soothing songs about parting (21–30)

Dried flowersYuuri

Yuri “Dry Flower” Official Music Video - Director’s Cut ver. -
Dried flowersYuuri

Yuri’s “Dry Flower” drew attention on social media and became one of 2021’s defining breakup songs after its release the previous year.

It’s a famous track often performed on numerous TV shows, so if you’ve heard it a few times, it should be relatively easy to sing.

The lyrics, told from the girlfriend’s perspective after a breakup, express a powerful, lingering attachment to a man she can’t forget and can’t bring herself to hate.

Many listeners were moved to tears by Yuri’s passionate vocals, which feel like a cry from the soul.

Be sure to let out your own painful breakup memories at karaoke.