Recommended unrequited love songs for high school boys
Teenagers who are right in the middle of their youthful days probably listen to all kinds of love songs.
Among those, I bet many of you tune into unrequited love songs! When you’re in love, it feels nice to find a song about one-sided feelings that you can relate to.
In this article, we’ve put together a selection of unrequited love songs especially recommended for high school boys.
We’ve gathered various tracks—from songs with a male perspective and ones sung by male artists to rock-style tunes—so give them a listen if you’d like!
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Recommended unrequited love songs for high school boys (61–70)
Leading someone on is a serious offense!arekunn
This song depicts the heartache of an unrequited crush tossed around by someone’s teasing behavior, all through a comedic lens.
Its lyrics capture a racing heartbeat, affection for the other person, and mounting frustration, resonating deeply with listeners.
Showcasing Are-kun’s unique expressive style, the track gained buzz after its September 2023 release, especially on social media, with numerous TikTok videos using parts of the song.
It’s recommended for anyone troubled by a crush’s mixed signals or feeling the frustration of unrequited love.
The relatable lyrics will encourage and uplift you.
Someone like you.riria.
This is a song by Riria.
that sings of the heartache of being unable to express your feelings.
It vividly captures the complex emotions of a girl who can’t be honest with herself, even though she can’t stop thinking about that special someone.
Released digitally in October 2024 as the ending theme for the anime Ranma 1/2, it received high acclaim, including reaching No.
2 on USEN’s weekly HIT J-POP rankings.
It’s the perfect track for anyone who’s felt their heart waver just by being near the person they like.
If you’re in unrequited love, give it a listen.
DAYSanyuusuresu
Any Useless is a five-piece rock band from Osaka.
Their song “DAYS,” which has been gaining attention mainly on social media like Instagram, is a one-sided-love track highlighted by a gentle, appealing vocal.
The biggest draw is the lyrics: the choice of words feels so real and relatable, like something straight out of everyday life.
While poetic lyrics with a fantastical worldview can be great, lyrics written in down-to-earth language like in this song can really hit you in the heart.
The performance is also refreshing despite its mid-tempo pace, so that’s another aspect worth paying attention to when you listen.
waiting in vainrokudenashi
This is a work by Rokudenashi, who began activities in 2021, delicately depicting the emotions of unrequited love.
The subtle shifts of a heart that can’t quite face the other person’s kindness, and the loneliness of being able only to watch them talk with someone else, leave a strong impression.
The vocals woven by Ninjin carry a warmth that feels like it gently heats the heart on a quiet winter night.
Written and composed by Hifumi, the song was released as a single in October 2021.
It’s a track that stands beside those troubled by love, offering empathy and comfort.
For anyone who holds a painful feeling they can’t confess to anyone—their love for someone dear—this song is meant for you.
Why not me?Misaka Saki
This song delicately portrays the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love.
They were close as friends, but before he knew it, romantic feelings had begun to grow.
Those complex emotions of a boy are expressed through a clear, transparent singing voice.
Released in February 2021 as the theme song for ABEMA’s popular romance reality show “Kyo, Suki ni Narimashita” (Today, I Fell in Love), it resonated with many listeners.
It’s a perfect track for anyone struggling with their feelings for a crush.
Listening to this song might give you the courage to take a step forward.
for a long time / all the time / continuouslySaka Tomohisa
A single released in 2012.
Mr.
Sako had been active on Niconico as the masked vocalist “Shounen T.” He was well-known online even before his major debut.
This song is the theme for the anime Kimi to Boku.
2.
With a clear singing voice, it expresses the tender feelings of first love toward someone special in one’s teens.
tonightHirai Dai
It’s a slightly more mature-sounding track.
I’d recommend it to men who love surfing.
The laid-back ballad makes you want to listen by the sea.
If you listen while thinking of someone dear, it might make your chest ache.
It’s a real tearjerker.