Masterpieces of bittersweet breakup songs. Recommended popular tracks.
It seems that when you’re feeling down, listening to somber songs rather than forcing yourself to listen to upbeat ones is actually better for your heart.
This time, we’ve put together a collection of Japanese breakup songs to send to you, who are hurting from heartbreak.
Let yourself fully relate to the songs you connect with, and clear your mind.
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Masterpieces of heart-wrenching breakup songs. Recommended popular tracks (91–100)
Only HumanK
A dramatic ballad by K that shines a light of hope, telling us that “beyond sorrow lies a smile.” Chosen as the theme song for the drama One Litre of Tears, the piece portrays people who keep looking forward even as they face life’s hardships.
When you’re exhausted, when you stop and wonder if things are okay as they are, this song gently gives you a push.
Released in November 2005, it reached No.
5 on the Oricon charts.
It’s also included on the album Beyond the Sea and continues to be cherished as one of K’s signature works.
Its tender, enveloping vocals are sure to give you strength.
RevengeMy Hair is Bad
This is a searing song that portrays the way the sorrow of a broken heart turns into resentment and anger.
Included on the album “mothers,” released in November 2017, the track tells a breakup story delivered with the raw emotion characteristic of My Hair is Bad.
It traces the emotional shift—from happy memories with a lover, to a sudden parting, and ultimately to a vow of “revenge,” as the title suggests—set against a propulsive melody.
The song vividly captures the subtle nuances of someone grappling with anger and bitterness after a breakup, leaving a strong impression of a complex state of mind where deep sorrow and love are intertwined.
When you can’t recover from a sense of loss, listening to this track may help you sublimate those emotions.
tragic heroineMy Hair is Bad
It’s a song that poignantly captures emotions anyone who’s experienced heartbreak can relate to.
Through a scene where the narrator visits their ex, it vividly portrays the struggle between still loving that person and the reality that they can no longer be together.
The repeated phrase “because I still love you” makes the lingering attachment ache all the more.
My Hair is Bad released this track digitally in February 2024, followed the next week by a single titled “Freedom and Hysteria.” They also held events in Fukuoka, Osaka, and Tokyo in March.
It’s a recommended listen for anyone who’s been through a breakup or wants to sink into a bittersweet mood.
deep redMy Hair is Bad
A signature song by My Hair is Bad packed with the pain and joy of love.
From depictions of intimate moments to the sorrow of parting, the candid lyrics pierce the heart.
The emotional rock sound pairs perfectly with vocalist Tomomi Shiiki’s husky voice.
Since its release in July 2015, it has captivated fans and never let go.
Perfect for those carrying the pain of heartbreak or struggling with complicated relationships.
Listening to this song might give you the courage to face your own feelings.
Curse of LoveSG
This is a song by SG that sings about the aching pain of heartbreak.
Released as a single from the February 2024 album “Curse of Love,” it carefully portrays regret and nostalgia for a lost love.
SG’s emotionally rich vocals and the bittersweet yet beautiful melody resonate deeply with listeners.
The interplay between the radiant memories of the past and the suffering of the present after losing them is striking, evoking feelings that almost everyone has experienced at least once.
It’s a perfect listen for a quiet night alone or when you’re trying to recover from a breakup.
While it conveys the weight of love that can feel like a “curse,” it’s also a song that gives you the courage to move forward.
Hologram of LoveSKE48
This SKE48 song beautifully captures the poignant emotions of heartbreak.
It paints a picture of a world drained of color by lost love, resonating deeply with listeners.
Released in February 2024, it is the group’s 32nd single.
Oka Suenaga serves as the center, with lyrics written by Yasushi Akimoto.
It’s a song that will speak not only to those who have experienced a breakup, but to anyone who has ever loved someone deeply.
With SKE48’s signature catchy melody and passionate performance, it’s the perfect track for soothing a wistful heart.
contact lens caseSaucy Dog
Just as you cherish and tuck away mementos, you want to gently store the pain of heartbreak in your heart.
This Saucy Dog song resonates with that feeling.
The bittersweet ache of waiting, somewhere inside, for someone who will never return, softly echoes over a calm melody.
Included on the album Salad Days, this track has been soothing the hearts of those who’ve experienced heartbreak since its release in May 2018.
Each time you notice traces of memories etched into everyday things and feel the warmth of those days again, this is a song that quietly stays by your side.