Popular Heartbreak Song Rankings [2026]

SolaninASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION29rank/position

ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION 'Soranin'

This is the song that became the main theme of the film, and I think people who went through a breakup after a long relationship can relate to it.

The lyrics mirror the film’s story, and although it’s sad, it’s also uplifting.

In the movie, Aoi Miyazaki’s rendition of “Solanin” is also poignant and wonderful.

planetariumOtsuka Ai30rank/position

Ai Otsuka / Planetarium

A heart-stirring ballad that projects the ache of love onto the stars in the night sky, this piece is marked by Ai Otsuka’s delicate vocals and lyrical piano.

Memories of a lover and the wistfulness of time gone by are woven into the beautiful imagery of starry skies and planetariums, resonating deeply with listeners.

Used as the theme song for the drama “Koi no Karasawagi” and included on the album “LOVE COOK,” it has continued to soothe many hearts since its release in September 2005.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to while gazing up at the stars on a solitary night—recommended for those looking to heal the pain of heartbreak or to immerse themselves in cherished memories with someone special.

catDISH//31rank/position

cat

This song, written and composed by singer-songwriter Aimyon, is the B-side to the single “We Did It” released in August 2017.

When Takumi Kitamura performed an acoustic version on the YouTube channel THE FIRST TAKE in March 2020, it sparked renewed buzz, and its total streaming plays surpassed one billion.

The piece portrays lingering attachment and heartache for someone dearly missed, expressing a yearning for a person who has become as free and capricious as a cat.

When you’re worn out from work or relationships, or when memories of a past love resurface, this song is sure to bring you to tears.

You’re no longer here.FUNKY MONKEY BABYS32rank/position

FUNKY MONKEY BABYS "You’re Not Here Anymore"

This is a gem of a ballad that sings of the sweet, aching pain of heartbreak.

The farewell scene on the station platform and the memories the two shared are delicately portrayed and delivered with a melody that pierces the heart.

Among FUNKY MONKEY BABYS’ works, it stands out for its rich emotional expression.

Released in October 2007, it reached No.

8 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

It was selected as the ending theme for Nippon TV’s “Otona no Shikaku,” earning broad support across generations.

The song is also included on the album “FUNKY MONKEY BABYS 2,” and has been covered by Mariko Takahashi.

It’s a heartwarming track that stays by your side when you sense the end of a romance or go through a farewell with someone dear.

tear(s)KANA-BOON33rank/position

KANA-BOON “Namida” Music Video

This song, which sings of the aching pain of heartbreak, can be considered one of KANA-BOON’s signature works.

Included on the album “NAMiDA,” the track was released in September 2017.

It delicately portrays the emotions of a man after a breakup, with lingering attachment and regret pressing on the chest.

Maguro Taniguchi’s vocals amplify the poignancy, piercing deeply into the listener’s heart.

It’s recommended for those carrying the pain of parting or those who want to reflect on past relationships.

Listening to this piece and overlaying it with your own experiences may help you sort out your feelings.

HappierEd Sheeran34rank/position

Ed Sheeran – Happier (Official Music Video)

It’s a masterpiece whose warm melody gently wraps the pain of heartbreak and whose bittersweet yet forward-looking lyrics resonate deeply.

Hailing from the UK, Ed Sheeran delicately portrays the complex emotions that arise when he sees his ex looking happy with someone new.

Included on the album ÷, the song was released as a single in April 2018 and reached No.

6 on the UK charts.

Simple guitar arpeggios and restrained strings tenderly support the aching vocal.

For anyone who’s said goodbye to someone important and, while wishing them happiness, can’t quite shake the lingering loneliness—this is a heartwarming song that stays by your side at the end of love we all experience.

Before GoodbyeAAA35rank/position

AAA / "Before the Goodbye" Music Video

While depicting a heartrending farewell, this song also conveys a sense of hope for the future.

AAA’s clear, translucent harmonies resonate in the heart.

Released in September 2014, it was also included on the album “GOLD SYMPHONY.” With a pre-release of the anime-size version and a peak at No.

74 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100, it drew considerable attention.

It’s a track that gently supports those trying to look ahead despite the pain of heartbreak.

It stands by those left standing at the end of love and gives them the courage to take a new step forward.