[Upbeat Breakup Song] Love songs and anthems that give you the courage to take a new step forward

When you go through a breakup, your chest throbs with pain.

Right after parting ways, the damage feels especially heavy, and you lose the motivation to do anything.

In this article, we’ve selected love songs that empathize with the feelings of heartbreak, as well as uplifting anthems that help you regain a positive outlook.

When it’s tough, don’t push yourself—try letting your emotions out while listening to songs that resonate with your heart.

If you face it earnestly, it will surely lead to what comes next!

May your love bloom once again…

Playlist

[Upbeat Breakup Song] Love songs and anthems that give you the courage to take a new step forward
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	me me sheRADWIMPS		Being selfish, failing, and learning gratitude
2	SSWKoresawa		An anthem that encourages moving forward after heartbreak
3	Philadelphia fleabaneYOASOBI		Portraying the courage to move forward after overcoming heartbreak
4	Ah, geez.Saucy Dog		Saucy Dog's love song
5	Until the day I can no longer rememberback number		back number's heartbreak songs
6	I don’t like it.yangusukinii		Depicting the courage to move forward after overcoming heartbreak
7	Only for you, clear skiesYorushika		Yorushika’s summer memory song, depicting heartbreak and growth
8	PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism		A heartbreak song that portrays an unrequited love
9	pure whiteFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze releases a new song portraying farewell and growth
10	OverMr.Children		A song about graduating from lingering attachments and moving forward
11	As an ex-girlfriendMy Hair is Bad		A ballad that depicts the feelings of a woman trying to move on from a heartbreak
12	catDISH//		Thoughts on the layered farewells to a cat
13	Your Anatomical Pure Love Song ~Die~aimyon		The precariousness of a heart where love turns into violent emotions
14	Goodbye, baby.Fuji Kaze		Expressing the positive feelings of a young man leaving his hometown
15	Cheer up!Takeuchi Mariya		A song that gave me the courage to move on from a breakup
16	Love SongGO!GO!7188		A song that gently wraps the pain of heartbreak
17	LOVEDMISIA		MISIA's heartwarming ballad song
18	Maplesupittsu		Spitz’s “Kaede” is a single and was used as a theme song.
19	Sign of LoveCreepHyp		Blowing away heartbreak with a high-pitched voice
20	GarnetOku Hanako		A signature song by Kanako Oku that takes a positive view of heartbreak
21	StoryAI		A treasured song that heals the sorrow of heartbreak
22	Love StoryAmuro Namie		A heart-wrenching ballad by Namie Amuro
23	Girls don’t cry.katahira rina		Love song, positivity and bittersweetness
24	Indigo squaredYorushika		Resetting your feelings with music after a heartbreak
25	rayBUMP OF CHICKEN		Meeting you makes me positive
26	Baby Don’t CryAmuro Namie		A Song of Resolve for a Longing Lover
27	Brand New DayYasuda Rei		Get energized with Rei Yasuda’s spring-like song
28	Goodbye Busyuzu		Yuzu’s heartbreak songs colored my youth.
29	Like magicSHISHAMO		A support song for a girl who looks ahead by polishing herself
30	When cherry-blossom hues danceNakajima Mika		A song by Mika Nakashima themed around cherry blossoms
31	balladGO!GO!7188		Make GO!GO!7188’s heartbreak positive
32	366 daysHY		Harbor feelings about a broken heart for over a year
33	Tomorrow’s songaiko		Aiko’s heartbreak songs support my heart
34	I Remember YouYUI		YUI’s heartbreak pop song, touching to the heart
35	Waves of Lovemakaroni enpitsu		Get over a broken heart with Makaroni Enpitsu’s rock ’n’ roll
36	sayonaraHirai Dai		A heartbreak ballad about a man moving forward while holding feelings for his ex in his heart
37	SomedayKōda Kumi		A song about moving on from heartbreak and living positively
38	I really hate it, but thank you.Aoyama Teruma		Sing about the helpless feelings toward an ex you parted ways with
39	Let’s each start walkingAbe Mao		Abe Mao’s movie theme song, a song that feels gentle kindness amid a breakup
40	cherrysupittsu		Spitz’s heartbreak songs give hope and encouragement
41	I long to see you now.MISIA		A song where you can savor her powerful voice
42	Say goodbye to the love I clung to.matsuri		The feelings of a woman trying to move forward and break free from the pain of heartbreak
43	let gom-flo loves YOSHIKA		About the m-flo songs that were popular during my junior high school days
44	Goodbye, my beloved.Hana＊Hana		Hanahana's signature song 'Sayonara Daisuki na Hito'
45	Goodbye to You… feat. SpontaniaTiara		A breakup song that sings of the pain of heartbreak and lingering attachment
46	I won’t fall in love anymore.Makihara Noriyuki		Noriyuki Makihara’s heartbreak song, stepping toward a new love
47	Before GoodbyeAAA		A poignant farewell and hopeful song by AAA
48	skirtaiko		Recovering from heartbreak and heading into a new season
49	medicineaiko		A song where time heals wounds
50	Beyond the goodbyeMatsushita Kohei		A song that gives you the courage to move on from a broken heart
51	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		An encouraging song that was Mayo Okamoto’s debut single
52	breakup songOkazaki Taiiku		An Okazaki Taiiku cheer song that gives you the courage to bounce back from heartbreak
53	Beyond the night skySMAP		SMAP’s first million-selling single
54	avocadoyonige		Hurling avocados, the pain of heartbreak
55	Time goes byEvery Little Thing		A breakup song by Every Little Thing
56	MPRINCESS PRINCESS		A profound song that sings of the pain of heartbreak and the tenderness of love
57	SWEET MEMORIESMatsuda Seiko		A song about the sweet trap of beautifying memories
58	I’m glad I met you.Koizumi Kyoko		A theme song whose lyrics reflect Kyoko Koizumi’s real-life experiences
59	SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama’s classic hit “Sakurazaka” takes second place
60	In loveHY		HY's new song helps overcome heartbreak and move forward
61	Good-bye to YesterdayHirai Dai		A song about finding the courage to move on from heartbreak and take a new step forward
62	Thanks.DREAMS COME TRUE		The importance of friendship that shares the sorrow of a broken heart
63	To you who didn’t choose meKoresawa		A song that powerfully expresses the complex emotions of heartbreak
64	hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake		A pop song that depicts the love of a long-distance relationship
65	ReminiscenceSutaadasuto Rebyuu		Songs with beautiful vocals to listen to after a heartbreak
66	Before the end credits.Hirai Dai		Hirai Dai’s gentle song that sings of the pain of heartbreak and of gratitude
67	To move forwardAbe Mao		Abe Mao’s heartbreak support song: toward a new step
68	FOREVERchanmina		Power to move from heartbreak to a new beginning
69	BAD BOYBIGBANG		BIGBANG's cool songs about love and heartbreak
70	Stop this nightJUJU		The words “I love you” express the sadness of a broken heart.
71	dearestKOH+		KOH+'s movie theme song portrays a hopeless love.
72	Christmas EveYamashita Tatsuro		Classic Christmas song
73	The moment of goodbyeMatsuda Seiko		Seiko’s wonderful song. Full of musicality and absolutely the best.
74	The Last NightAikawa Nanase		Nanase Aikawa’s diverse musicality is captivating.
75	I’ll be by your side.Aoyama Teruma ft. SoulJa		The appeal of highly rated songs that heal heartbreak
76	Goodbye GoodbyeEri Takenaka		The candid lyrics and powerful high notes are captivating.
77	Oh, my former lovermatsuri		A song that portrays the feelings of a woman trying to move on from a heartbreak
78	Chapped lips will cost you love.aiko		The inventive lyrics of aiko’s love songs and the resilience to recover from heartbreak
79	era; age; time; periodNakajima Miyuki		Timeless Japanese national anthem
80	things that have formShibasaki Kou		I was deeply moved by the synergy between the drama and the song.
81	The Goofy Man’s WayKanjani∞		A bright, encouraging song by Kanjani Eight
82	rainMoritaka Chisato		An emotive ballad themed around heartbreak and rain
83	waxing; filling up; becoming full; growing (e.g., the moon growing fuller)Fuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s first love song, a heartrending song of love
84	I won’t look anymore.ZARD		ZARD 3rd single theme song
85	loveUru		Introduction of songs that affirm heartbreak
86	Love even your melancholyKoresawa		The strength to accept negative emotions and move forward
87	calm (of the sea), lull; Nagi (a Japanese given name)Marushii		A warm ballad that moves from heartbreak to growth
88	Time machineSEKAI NO OWARI		The courage to overcome heartbreak and move forward
89	Good-bye, My LoveAn Ruisu		Ann Lewis's classic cover song
90	I miss you so much and want to see you.Nishino Kana		Kana Nishino’s heartbreak song becomes a big hit
91	Good -joshi-Sakaguchi Ami		An empowering anthem for women who stay positive after a heartbreak
92	Until we meet againHirai Dai		Hirai Dai's song that depicts parting and the hope of reunion
93	the first strong spring wind21 seiki, aijō busoku		A poignant breakup song that likens heartbreak to an expiration date
94	Tomorrow, again[Alexandros]		An anthem that leads you from the sorrow of heartbreak to hope
95	That wonderful love once moreKitayama Osamu, Katō Kazuhiko		About the classic song “Ano Subarashii Ai o Mou Ichido”
96	Invincible GirlfriendŌhara Sakurako		Bouncing back from a heartbreak with encouragement from my female friends
97	Rainy BlueTokunaga Hideaki		A timeless song seeps into the heart with a soothing voice
98	The time I spent with youMoriguchi Hiroko		Moriguchi debuts as an idol singer
99	Embraced by the wintry windKatase Nana		Nana Katase covers Kyoko Koizumi’s classic hit
100	By the time of the Christmas carolsInagaki Junichi		Junichi Inagaki’s Christmas Song
101	Goodbye HappinessUtada Hikaru		Parting with the past and walking anew
102	TearsCrystal Kay		A song of bittersweet memories from when I was dumped in a long-distance relationship
103	applausechiaki naomi		Hibari Misora’s vocal prowess and life are reflected in her songs.
104	Love is blind.yangusukinii		A coming-of-age song about bouncing back from heartbreak
105	The Last ExcuseTokunaga Hideaki		Theme song of Hideaki Tokunaga's sixth single
106	Why did I end up falling in love with you?Tōhōshinki		A man's feelings of regret at his ex-lover's wedding
107	End rollHamasaki Ayumi		Ayumi Hamasaki’s heartbreak songs bring hope and strength
108	PopNishino Kana		Kana Nishino’s breakup songs can make you feel positive
109	To say goodbye to all sorrowKAN		From the 1994 album “Shinonome”
110	two peopleaiko		Realizing the other person's feelings and sensing the end of love
111	Please forget it.Yorushika		A heartbreak song that wishes happiness for an ex
112	MAKE UPNishino Kana		Elevate yourself with an empowering post-breakup makeup look
113	Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48		Bouncing back from a heartbreak with an AKB48 anthem
114	On nights when I’m too lonely to sleepAimer		A wonderful musical work that celebrates romance
115	wedgeOku Hanako		Hanako Oku’s pre-debut devastating heartbreak song
116	Noise cancellationMahiru		A moving R&B song that heals the pain of heartbreak
117	Bye-Bye to youUVERworld		An emotional love song about parting and new beginnings
118	Less than friends, less than lovers703goushitsu		A song about breaking off cohabitation after a heartbreak and the resulting delicate relationship
119	love hangover7co		A heart that keeps moving forward while bearing the pain of heartbreak
120	RevengeMy Hair is Bad		A song that portrays the pain of heartbreak and the transitions of the heart
121	maybeYOASOBI		A song that portrays the complex emotions of a morning of parting
122	I want to forget.wacci		A heartbreak song swayed by memories of the past
123	periodIshizaki Hyuui		A warm ballad depicting the end of love and a new beginning
124	BelieveNishino Kana		Determination to move forward and live positively after a heartbreak
125	Don’t appear.rikon densetsu		A bittersweet love song where lingering attachment and resolve intersect
126	Glass HighwayD.O.A.		doa’s 10th single is a big hit
127	Mascara lashesDREAMS COME TRUE		Lightly singing about unrequited feelings
128	GoodbyeGAO		GAO is a hugely popular, mysterious character.
129	ClassicJUDY AND MARY		The hype-boosting chorus feels insanely good.
130	Sa Yo Na Raglobe		A classic song by Tetsuya Komuro and KEIKO
131	TokyoKetsumeishi		The complex emotions of leaving my hometown and setting out for Tokyo
132	Snow, Moon, and Flowersyangusukinii		Young Skinny's heartbreak song
133	Miss You ~Don’t Forget~Hattan Amika		The talent and background of Amika Hattan, born into an entertainment family
134	I love you.Uchida Yuki		Yuki Uchida’s 1997 single
135	BELIEVEOkamura Takako		Takako Okamura’s classic song “Believe” is hard to obtain.
136	Beyond that nightSugiyama Kiyotaka		Kiyotaka Sugiyama’s ballad “Beyond That Night”
137	Rainy DriveKai Band		Kai Band's first single after re-signing with a label
138	I’m here saying nothingYaita Hitomi		A heartbreak support song brimming with the atmosphere of a hot country
139	existenceTENSONG		A deeply moving song depicting TENSONG's heartbreak
140	wa, wo, nnishina		A song about love that expresses a life’s journey using the Japanese syllabary (gojūon)
141	dramaticSatō Miki		A breakup song that sings of positive feelings
142	tear(s)Ketsumeishi		A soothing song to listen to when you want to cry
143	soap bubbleMōningu Musume.		Advanced vocal ability produced by Tsunku♂
144	Friendanzenchitai		A song about a lover who chose their friend
145	Let’s count your kissesKoyanagi Yuki		It's an old song, but I never get tired of listening to it.
146	wailing in griefKudō Shizuka		An unrequited love breakup song, a woman’s earnest feelings
147	Close your eyesHirai Ken		Ken Hirai “Close Your Eyes” movie theme song
148	Hello, Sadnesssaitou yuki		Yuki Saito's upbeat theme song
149	Listening to OliviaAnri		A sweet and bittersweet song I encountered through Hideaki Tokunaga’s cover
150	As A PersonKahara Tomomi		A rare, landmark work that expresses heartbreak in a positive light
151	A weekend close to the skyImai Miki		Many beloved classic songs
152	Catch the loveyayuyo		Yayuyo’s heartbreak support song “Catch the Love”
153	Can’t Say Anything… SummerTHE JAYWALK		Nani mo Ienakute Natsu is a 1991 single by J-WALK
154	Indigo WaltzKubota Toshinobu		Toshinobu Kubota’s heartrending ballad
155	HeyDREAMS COME TRUE		An encouraging song that resonates with a heartbreak-stricken heart