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

Hand in handCreepHyp

CreepHyp – Hand in Hand

Although it’s a song that ostensibly chooses separation, CreepHyp’s track feels like a refreshing page of youth thanks to its light, buoyant sound and vocals with a perfectly relaxed touch.

Included on the album “I Thought I’d Be Loved for the Rest of My Life” released in April 2012, it recognizes what’s been lost and expresses deep sorrow and loneliness.

This work is sure to comfort those who have experienced parting from someone they love, tucking away those sparkling memories in the depths of their heart and renewing their resolve to move forward positively into the future.

It’s a perfect song to sing and dance to at karaoke when you want to shake off your sadness.

I forget you, who are so quiet, in October.aratayo

Atarayo - Forgetting You, the Quiet One in October (Music Video)

There’s a bittersweet breakup song that you find yourself humming when you feel that somewhat melancholic air of the season.

Created by Atarayo, known as a “band that grows by feeding on sorrow,” this piece features vocalist Hitomi delivering an emotional performance that lays bare the lingering attachment and pain of a relationship coming to an end.

When the music video was released in November 2020, it quickly resonated across social media, becoming a hit with over 100 million total views for related videos on TikTok.

It was also selected as the theme song for the ABEMA drama “The Night I Became a Beast,” tightening our chests with its dramatic progression and lyrical worldview.

If you let your emotions flow and sing it out at karaoke, it might help you let go of a bit of the heartache of a breakup.

Choose this song when you want to let the tears stored in your heart flow.

Song of the Eternal NightKami wa saikoro o furanai

God Does Not Play Dice “Yoru-Naga Uta” [Official Lyric Video]

On sleepless nights, I suddenly remember someone precious who’s no longer by my side.

This is a tear-jerking rock ballad that sings of a heartbreak so intense it feels like your chest might burst.

It’s a work by the Fukuoka-born band God Doesn’t Roll Dice, included on their mini-album “A View on Lambda,” released in May 2019.

Starting with an intro that feels like turning back the hands of a clock, it builds to a dramatic chorus where emotions spill over all at once, sending shivers through your heart.

It also served as the theme song for the film “Little Subculture Wars: The Rebellion of Village Vanguard!” released in October 2020.

It’s a song that gently stays with you on nights when you can’t let go of a love you can’t forget, or when you want to sing your heart out and cry at karaoke.

balladKetsumeishi

Ketsumeishi “Ballad”

Released in 2011, this is their 24th single.

It was used as the theme song for a morning information program.

At the members’ request, the song’s structure minimizes rap and, true to its title, is arranged as a ballad.

The lyrics poignantly depict a man’s single-minded love—he can’t stop thinking about his ex-girlfriend, with lingering feelings that won’t go away.

MissingKubota Toshinobu

Toshinobu Kubota – Missing [Official Video Short ver.]

It’s a classic song about the pain of a broken heart.

It delicately portrays lingering feelings for a former lover, regret, and the resolve to move forward.

Toshinobu Kubota’s distinctive vocals further enhance the song’s appeal.

Included on the album “SHAKE IT PARADISE,” released in September 1986, it captured the hearts of many.

It also gained wide support, being used as the ending theme for a TV program.

This piece is recommended for those carrying the pain of heartbreak or those who want to reminisce about past love.

If you sing it at karaoke, it will surely soothe your heart.

It might also be nice to sing it with friends and share your feelings with each other.

SaudadePorunogurafiti

Porno Graffitti 'Saudade' (“OPEN MUSIC CABINET” Live in Saitama Super Arena 2007) / 'Saudade (Live Ver.)'

This song by Porno Graffitti is marked by a Latin-tinged sound and a nostalgic melody.

The lyrics capture a faint hope for reunion even as the singer accepts the breakup, the resolve to walk her own path, and the pain of continuing to think about the other person.

Written from a female perspective, the lyrics brim with emotion, etching the pain of heartbreak and the memories of love into the heart.

Released in September 2000, it became a major hit, reaching No.

1 on the Oricon chart.

It was also featured in Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s Pocari Sweat commercial, drawing even more attention.

It’s recommended for those who want to heal from heartbreak or overcome a farewell with someone important.

It might be nice to listen to this song while reminiscing.

I miss youBEGIN

BEGIN / Longing for you

It’s an old song, but it really has a soothing feel, doesn’t it? The straightforward lyrics and relaxed rhythm bring back all kinds of memories.

The lyrics that show regret are truly moving.

It’s a bittersweet and beautiful song, I think.