[Tearjerker Guaranteed!] A Heartbreak Song Told from a Male Perspective
When you go through a heartbreak, it feels like there’s a gaping hole in your heart, doesn’t it?
I think many people can’t help but carry that heartbreak with them even after some time has passed.
For those of you who feel, “At least when I’m heartbroken, I just want to cry!!,” this article introduces breakup songs from a male perspective that will stay close to your heart.
From lyrics that bring back memories of when you were together to words that express straightforward love for the other person, these are all masterpieces that may move you to tears if you listen right after a breakup.
If we can help ease the pain you’re feeling from heartbreak even a little and help you take your next step forward, we’ll be happy.
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[Tears Guaranteed for Men!] Breakup Songs Told from a Male Perspective (71–80)
I won’t fall in love anymore.Makihara Noriyuki
You’ll definitely be moved by these lyrics about a man left alone, desperately trying to get over a broken heart.
Sung by Noriyuki Makihara, this song is a hugely popular breakup ballad.
The depiction of the emptiness he feels after breaking up and living by himself, and the painful realization of how much he was supported by her constant presence, really hits home.
At the same time, he’s trying his best to clear away the traces of her left in the room, struggling to overcome the sadness and pain.
Listening to this song, you may feel encouraged by his determination to face forward and move on, and find a little more space in your heart.
YOKOHAMA bluesSEKAI NO OWARI
A song by SEKAI NO OWARI that poignantly portrays a man’s heartbreak.
Set in the city of Yokohama, it beautifully depicts memories of a past love tied to scents and scenery.
Included on the album “Lip,” released in February 2019, the song was also adapted into a short drama in February 2021.
It’s especially recommended for those carrying the pain of a breakup—its delicate lyrics and emotional melody are sure to move you.
Sakuragichōyuzu
Yuzu’s “Sakuragichō,” released in 2004.
Set in the titular Sakuragichō, it’s a love song that poignantly depicts memories of someone you once loved.
In fact, Sakuragichō Station is a place dear to the duo, as it’s where they actually used to meet up and perform street gigs.
Don’t we all have a place that makes our chest ache when we pass by? “NATSUMONOGATARI,” released in 2021, continues the story of this song, so why not listen to them together?
Goodbye Busyuzu
Yuzu is strongly associated with refreshing, upbeat songs.
As the title suggests, this track “Sayonara Bus” is about saying goodbye and parting ways.
While many breakup songs tend to be subdued ballads, this one is characteristically Yuzu—pop, bright, and with a breezy feel.
Despite its cheerful tempo, the harmonica’s timbre and the heart-tugging lyrics gradually evoke a sense of poignancy.
After the FestivalKuwata Keisuke
I like how it shows a heartbroken man becoming self-destructive or crying alone in his dreams—just the way he is.
When you’re lovesick, sometimes everything feels unbearable, right? The lyrics are really appealing because they strip away pretense and coolness, laying bare the embarrassing parts of oneself.
#302Hirai Ken
Ken Hirai, a singer-songwriter, released “#302” in 2019.
It’s a love song that straightforwardly expresses the wish for a loved one’s happiness.
It portrays a pure, heartfelt desire to support someone who feels lonely or isolated.
The simple arrangement—built around guitar tones and his vocals—will warm your heart.
Even if it’s unrequited love, the song conveys a determination not to give up until the person turns around.
Lend an ear to this poignant story that evokes the complexities of mature romance.
I got a boyfriend/girlfriend.My Hair is Bad
When you want to hear a heartbreak song that really grabs your heart, I recommend this track by My Hair is Bad.
Just as the title “Koi-bito ga Dekitan da” (“I Got a New Girlfriend/Boyfriend”) suggests, the lyrics read like a man speaking to his ex, now that both of them—once a couple—have found new partners.
He says things like, “I’ve got a new girlfriend who’s a different type from you, and things are going well—how about you? I hope you’re happy,” putting on a brave face, but his lingering feelings for his ex seep through.
When you want to cut those lingering feelings and move forward—or when you’ve started to move on but still can’t forget your ex—try listening to this song while reading the lyrics.