A masterpiece that sings of loneliness. Recommended popular songs.
What kind of music do you listen to when you feel lonely?
Some people say they listen to upbeat songs to take their mind off the loneliness, while others might prefer songs that express loneliness so they can relate to the feelings.
In this article, we’ll introduce lots of recommended songs that sing about loneliness, just for you.
Find your favorite track, and when you’re feeling lonely, try listening to a song that will stay close to your heart.
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Masterpieces that sing of loneliness. Recommended popular songs (41–50)
Goodbye, goodbyeTakenaka Eri
Eri Takenaka’s biggest hit number, beloved by women for her clear, translucent voice and her exquisite expression of subtle emotions.
It’s a ballad that wells up with heartache when you listen, conveying a straightforward message to a lover whose affection for her is fading.
Can you be alone?dauntaun
He puts on a brave face, but deep down he wants someone by his side.
Isn’t this a song that captures that kind of complicated male heart? Sung by the duo Downtown—better known for their comedy—it conveys a human, deeply poignant melancholy that’s different from straightforward humor.
The track was the B-side to the single “Yūhi Kazoku,” released in October 1989, and was later included on the 1991 album “Manriki no Kuni.” Composed by Ryūdō Uzaki, the melody carries a hint of the blues, highlighting the protagonist’s clumsy kindness.
If you listen to it on a quiet night while drinking alone, it might make that tough exterior soften—just a little.
Lonely in TokyoMirei Touyama
Singer-songwriter Mirei Touyama.
This is “Lonely in Tokyo,” released under the name MIREI and gaining attention.
Its long-awaited Japanese-lyrics version is “Lonely in Tokyo (Japanese ver.).” The song captures the feelings of a woman who feels lonely even when she has family or a lover.
With a club-music vibe, it’s perfect for when you want to get hyped up.
It also sounds fun to compare the two versions and their lyrics.
You’re no longer here.FUNKY MONKEY BABYS
A massive hit by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS, known for catchy melodies that are easy for any generation to enjoy and songs with strong messages.
It’s a poignant heartbreak ballad that recalls the smile and gestures of a lover after a breakup.
Moon Song[Alexandros]
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A massive hit by the rock band [Alexandros], wildly popular among younger generations for their fast-paced, catchy melodies and soaring, emotionally charged high-tone vocals.
The song portrays the loneliness of losing a lover and was also featured in a commercial.
Akasaka Rainy Nighthayabusa
A Hayabusa song that portrays a wistful love against the backdrop of rain-soaked Akasaka streets.
It’s a classic mood kayō piece crafted by Masayoshi Tsuruoka, with a distinctive shuffle rhythm.
The lonely feelings of a heartbroken woman are beautifully expressed, overlapping with the imagery of rain.
Released by Crown Records in February 2024, this is Hayabusa’s second single since changing labels.
The coupling track “Yogiri no Moonlight” is also included.
The release event at Hanayashiki in Asakusa, Tokyo, drew attention as well.
It’s a song that keeps you company on rainy nights spent alone, when you find yourself longing for someone.
marine snowSukima Suichi
A hugely popular song by Sukima Switch, known for their universally acclaimed vocal prowess and soaring high tones, and for having worked on theme songs for hit anime.
This number reflects the realization—only after losing them—of how precious a partner you had always taken for granted.