[Old Love Songs] Love songs that recall a love that has ended
There are loves that are still ongoing, and loves that have ended but can’t be forgotten.
In this article, we’re introducing “songs of past love.”
They’re songs that make you remember and feel nostalgic about old romances—sometimes even bring you to tears with a passion that hasn’t cooled.
We’ve gathered a variety, from bright, breezy tracks that feel completely refreshed to bittersweet love songs where the wounds still don’t seem to heal.
If you’re looking for love songs that bring back memories of past relationships, be sure to give these a listen.
Take your time and lose yourself, alone, in the memories of a nostalgic love.
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[Old Love Songs] Love Songs That Recall Past Relationships (91–100)
Farewellyoru no hito warai
For those who can’t stop thinking about someone they once loved, the song I want you to hear is “Wakare” (Farewell).
It was released in 2022 by the internet-based influencer duo Yoru no Hito Warai.
Set to a lively rock sound infused with piano, their emotive male-female twin vocals resonate beautifully.
The song was created around the theme of a reunion between a couple separated by death ten years ago, so try listening while picturing the story.
It’s a love song overflowing with feelings for a beloved person you can no longer meet.
Full of memoriesH₂O
A smash hit by H2O released in 1983.
Its catchy vibe is familiar even to those who aren’t from that generation, and listening to it brings back a fresh, innocent feeling.
As a love song, it feels like the theme is first love—maybe it carries the faint longings and pure emotions we had as children.
The lyrics are story-like and easy to visualize, making it a perfect fit for a romance between a younger woman and an older man.
The fleeting atmosphere and sense of sparkle are heart-fluttering.
NatsuneGLAY
A song released in 2006 by the rock band GLAY.
It’s a beautiful ballad that sings of a man’s bittersweet feelings: gazing up at the summer blue sky, he recalls a boyhood love as if it were yesterday.
The clock from those days remains stopped, even as he himself continues to grow into adulthood.
Someday Merry ChristmasB’z
He thought they would be together forever, but after breaking up, he finds himself alone, lost in old memories.
Only now does he realize how precious she was and how happy the time they spent together had been, and he feels filled with regret and a deep, aching sadness.
MPRINCESS PRINCESS
This song is about a woman’s sad heartbreak with someone she wanted to be with forever.
The lyrics are striking in how clearly they show that, in a love that still lingers, only his memories remain and it will take time to heal those wounds.
Even as the seasons and hours pass, she can’t forget him and feels as if she alone is standing still—I relate to that so much.
Curse of LoveSG
This is a memorable track with a bittersweet melody and lyrics that resonate deeply.
Centered on the end of love and lingering attachment, it delicately portrays a heart trapped in memories of the past.
Released in February 2024 and included on the album “Curse of Love,” this piece is perfect for those seeking to heal the pain of heartbreak or anyone who has experienced an unforgettable romance.
Listen to it on a quiet night, and it will surely stay close to your heart.
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.