Unrequited love songs that strike a man's heart. Love songs from a male perspective that really hit home.
When you have a crush, so many emotions come flooding in, don’t they? You start overthinking or feeling happy even about things you wouldn’t normally notice—like a casual word or gesture from them.
When you can’t see them, the longing just grows stronger.
At times when your heart feels like it’s going to overflow during a one-sided love, music stays by our side.
There are tons of songs about unrequited love, and many of them are bittersweet love songs—but there are also upbeat tracks and ones with unique perspectives that are fun and can lift your spirits, too! You’ll definitely relate—and probably won’t be able to stop listening!
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Unrequited love songs that resonate with a man's heart: love songs from a male perspective that hit home (51–60)
clichéMr.Children
Mr.Children’s “Jōtōku” (Cliché) beautifully captures the complex emotions men experience.
The song portrays the struggle of being drawn to a woman’s words and gestures and trying to get closer, yet suffering over a distance that just won’t close—it really hits home.
It also artfully depicts, in poetic language, the surge of affection a man feels for her, making it impossible not to relate when you’re in love.
It’s by no means a negative tale of unrequited love; rather, it presents a world seen from their signature perspective—one that lights a candle in the darkness—and that singular view is irresistible.
Another SaturdayHamada Shogo
If you’re looking for a song that can support someone you care about, I recommend “Another Saturday.” It was released in 1985 by Shogo Hamada, a singer-songwriter active since the 1970s.
Its bittersweet yet warm band sound will resonate with your heart.
The song is filled with a gentle message to a woman who has suffered a broken heart.
It’s a classic you’ll want to listen to while picturing the weekend cityscape.
When the person you care about is going through a tough time, why not reach out with this song by your side?
SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu
This is the 15th single by Masaharu Fukuyama, a singer-songwriter from Fukuoka Prefecture who is highly acclaimed both for his acting and his music.
Based on his own real-life experiences, the lyrics are filled with bittersweet feelings for a former lover.
The happy days have become memories, and even though they are now apart, the feelings that remain unchanged convey a kind of heartache that’s different from ordinary unrequited love.
With arpeggiated acoustic guitar and a gentle singing voice that tenderly envelops the heart, it’s a masterpiece that resonates deeply with a man’s emotions.
Seesaw Game ~A Brave Love Song~Mr.Children
When it comes to male artists who sing bittersweet love songs, Mr.
Children naturally comes to mind.
“Seesaw Game: Brave Love Song,” released on August 10, 1995, is one of their major hits and achieved million-seller status.
There’s an anecdote that during the demo stage, Sakurai had already completed most of the overall structure; up until this song, their style had been to co-produce with Kobayashi.
The stable, beautiful melody line is truly exceptional, and the dramatic development is masterful.
Unrequited love songs that resonate with a man's heart: love songs from a male perspective that hit home (61–70)
her boyfriendMakihara Noriyuki
The world of unrequited love that Noriyuki Makihara depicts resonates with everyone’s hearts.
The protagonist’s complex feelings after falling for a friend’s lover come through in his warm, gentle vocals.
Released in April 1993, this song reached No.
4 on the Oricon weekly chart and drew empathy from many listeners.
It’s a perfect track for anyone torn between friendship and romance.
You’ll surely be moved by the protagonist, who tries to protect a precious friendship while carrying a bittersweet love.
Unrequited loveGENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE
The coupling track to their debut single “BRAVE IT OUT,” and a classic included on their first album, “Unrequited Love.” When you like someone, even the smallest reactions can weigh on your mind.
You want to get closer, but you can’t quite bring yourself to start a conversation; or you’re on speaking terms, yet can’t take that extra step—this song portrays a heart swaying in that kind of inner conflict.
GENERATIONS’ freshness amplifies the relatability and really tugs at a man’s heart.
It’s a song that stays close to you when you’re in the midst of a love you can’t confess.
The lyrics penned by their senior, ATSUSHI, also sink deep into the heart.
Stand by UTVXQ (also known as Tohoshinki; literally “Rising Gods of the East”)
It’s a bittersweet yet warm love song that sings, “Even if you’re not by my side, I’m always thinking of you.” It’s a track by the Korean vocal group Tohoshinki (TVXQ), released as their 28th single in 2009.
Since it was used in commercials and as a TV drama theme, many people have probably heard it.
The cool, mature sound pairs beautifully with their sweet vocals, making it utterly swoon-worthy.
When someone feels this way about you, it makes you feel like you can do anything!
