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[For Nights I Want to Cry] A Long-Distance Love Unrequited Song
Long-distance relationships are tough—and even more so when it’s unrequited love.
Many people have probably been told, or advised by friends, that “unrequited love long-distance never works; you should give up.”
But love—the feeling of falling for someone—is not something you can just give up on or forget so easily.
Here, we’ve listed love songs that those struggling with unrequited long-distance feelings will surely relate to.
If you don’t know what to do with this aching heart, if you just want a good cry for now, or if you want to feel understood—pick the songs that match how you feel.
On Nights I Want to Cry: A Long-Distance Unrequited Love Song (1–10)
PrologueUru
Even when your feelings for someone are huge, you can’t convey even half of them—that’s how love always is.
I’ve fallen for someone I shouldn’t have fallen for… Rather than lamenting a love that will never be returned, lyrics that grieve with all their might are so painful to follow with my eyes.
A long-distance love of feelings—where hearts are far apart—hurts more than an actual long-distance relationship.
andropkoi
Androp is a four-piece rock band that has gained popularity with a sound that fuses diverse musical styles such as ambient, post-rock, and electronica.
Their 11th single, “Koi,” which was chosen as the theme song for the film Until I Meet September’s Love, is notable for its ensemble featuring delicate piano tones.
The lyrics, which portray a love that remains unchanged no matter the distance, convey a profound affection for an irreplaceable person.
It’s a ballad overflowing with the bittersweetness of unrequited love, with a dramatic melody that stirs the heart.
Kenshi Yonezumetoronōmu
Kenshi Yonezu, a singer-songwriter who also gained popularity as a Vocaloid producer under the name Hachi and has become indispensable when discussing the Reiwa-era J-pop scene.
The song Metronome from his third album Bremen builds its world with gentle melodies and ensemble.
The lyrics evoke someone who struggles to express their feelings as they wish and, even after parting, is tormented by feelings they can’t forget—something that might especially resonate with youthful romance.
It’s a lyrical number with a sentimental atmosphere that tightens the chest.
Song for…HY
This song by HY sings of a bittersweet love.
It expresses feelings for someone far away, carried by a gentle yet powerful melody.
A stirring number that makes the yearning to see that person well up in your chest.
It was included on the album TRUNK, released in 2004, and is said to be based on Izumi Nakasone’s real-life experience.
The song was born from her encounter with the man who is now her husband, whom she met at age 15.
Even as distance and age formed barriers between them, you can picture the two holding strong feelings for each other.
It’s a song that offers comfort to those struggling with long-distance love or unrequited feelings.
SHISHAMOsuitei idō kyori
SHISHAMO is a three-piece rock band that has gained popularity with lyrics that depict realistic love stories resonating with younger generations and with their exhilarating rock sound.
The song “Estimated Travel Distance,” included on their third album SHISHAMO 3, features a catchy guitar-riff intro and a lively ensemble that really lifts your spirits.
The determination to go and meet someone you love who’s far away is cute yet conveys a strong sense of feeling.
It’s a pop tune about a long-distance relationship, and the depictions of anxiety over one-sided feelings add a sense of realism.
Dear…Nishino Kana
Kana Nishino’s song captures the aching feelings of longing for a lover far away.
The phrase sung in the chorus, “Every time your name lights up on my phone,” is striking, expressing both the loneliness of not being together and the happiness of still being connected.
Released in December 2009, the track was also featured as the campaign song for NTT Docomo’s “Ganbare Jukensei ’09–’10,” resonating with many listeners.
It’s a recommended song not only for those in long-distance relationships, but also for anyone who wants to reaffirm their feelings for someone important.
Kana Nishino’s clear, transparent vocals gently embrace the delicate emotions of those in love.
Kana Adachihitoriyogari
Kana Adachi is a singer-songwriter who studied vocal music and musicals in a high school music program and is active not only in music but also as an actress.
Her sixth single, “Hitoriyogari,” was selected as the theme song for AbemaTV’s “Kyou, Suki ni Narimashita: Summer Vacation Edition.” The lyrics, which dwell on someone you may never see again, evoke a poignant feeling that resonates with the bittersweet end of summer.
It’s a dramatic unrequited love song, marked by a striking ensemble that features airy guitar tones and piano.