[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 from a Male Perspective (11–20)
PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism
I can’t stop crying at this heartbreaking story of stepping back on your own.
This is the song that really put Official HIGE DANDism’s name on the map nationwide.
We tend to focus on Satoshi Fujihara’s vocals and the beauty of the composition, but the lyrics are actually incredibly heartrending and compelling.
It portrays a man who believes, “Things won’t work out between me and the woman I like,” and chooses to withdraw.
He can’t even bring himself to say “I love you”; the only thing he can say is “You’re beautiful.” Please savor this poignant world that conveys both gallant resolve and lingering attachment.
misfortuneren
Layered over lyrics that poignantly portray a breakup, Ren’s clear, airy vocals create a song that truly resonates.
It delicately captures the tug-of-war between lingering attachment and bravado, striking a chord with many listeners.
Released digitally in May 2023, the track drew attention as one of Ren’s signature works.
It’s recommended for anyone who has gone through a separation or wants to soothe the pain of heartbreak.
A song that stays close to the listener’s heart, offering empathy and comfort.
MetronomeYonezu Kenshi
Before we knew it, our steps fell out of sync and we ended up breaking up… Many people who’ve experienced heartbreak might carry feelings like that.
When you think of Kenshi Yonezu, stylish tracks often come to mind, but this song is a gentle, warm love ballad.
It likens a man and a woman who have drifted out of sync to a metronome.
The metaphor is achingly sad and reaffirms that this is a love that can never be regained.
Even if you understand that fact in your head, you can project yourself onto the protagonist, whose feelings for her won’t fade, and it becomes a song that tightens your chest.
lingering loveKitatani Ruki
Ruki Kitadani, who also made waves with the 2023 Pocari Sweat commercial song “Ao ga Mau,” is a singer-songwriter born in 2003 from Takayama in Gifu Prefecture.
His song “Koinokori” is one I especially want heartbroken men to hear.
The lyrics are like a treasure box of memories, mentioning places like the convenience store they often went to together and the path where they took walks on dates.
Even amid the lingering attachment, you can still feel the love he has for her.
It’s a tearjerker for anyone who can’t switch their feelings off right away—an absolute must-listen.
Self and others are alikesawada sorari
A love song by Sorari Sawada whose aching tenderness born from pure love tugs at the heart.
Released in February 2024 as his second major work, this piece depicts two people who, little by little yet surely, grow out of sync.
I think many listeners will be moved by the beautiful yet fragile lyrical world it creates.
This song, which stays close to those carrying the pain of heartbreak and feelings of regret, is perfect to listen to quietly on a night when you find yourself thinking of someone dear.
SupernovaELLEGARDEN
This is a must-hear track for any guy who’s been told it’s over and watched his girlfriend disappear.
It’s one of ELLEGARDEN’s signature songs—an icon in the rock scene—fast, fierce, melodic, and undeniably cool.
Many listeners might not have realized it’s actually a sad breakup song.
The title “Supernova” refers to a stellar explosion: a star that erupts and vanishes.
In the song, the vanished girlfriend is likened to a star that disappeared in a blaze of light, leaving him lamenting that there’s nothing he can do.
Even though the lyrics are so heartbreaking, the sheer power and coolness of the music might give you a bit of strength when you listen.
[Tears Guaranteed for Men!] Breakup Songs Told from a Male Perspective (21–30)
Sugar losswanuka
A sweet yet bittersweet breakup song by Wanuka.
The protagonist’s feelings are woven through distinctive metaphors, resulting in a track that leaves a lingering sense of poignancy.
It was released digitally in January 2022 and featured in a Morinaga DARS commercial.
Creator Mariyasu, known for working on Eve’s projects, participated in the MV production.
The video’s visual beauty—set in a retro dagashiya (old-fashioned candy shop) and depicting the course of a romance—is also captivating.
Highly recommended for those carrying the pain of heartbreak or anyone who enjoys lyrics from a slightly unusual perspective.