Ranking of Popular Breakup Songs by Male Japanese Artists [2026]
When you’ve had your heart broken, you often feel like listening to sad breakup songs rather than upbeat ones, don’t you? For those in that situation, here’s a ranking of popular breakup songs by male singers that we recommend.
These are masterpieces that will help heal your heart and guide you toward your next love.
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Ranking of Popular Breakup Songs by Male Japanese Artists [2026] (31–40)
Real ValentineEXILE ATSUSHI36rank/position
This is a heartbreak song that portrays a bittersweet love.
EXILE ATSUSHI’s emotive vocals vividly express lingering feelings and regret for a former lover.
The pain of realizing “we’ll never meet again,” and the wish of “if only I could go back to the past,” really hit home.
Released in June 2013 as the coupling track to EXILE’s single “Flower Song,” and later included on ATSUSHI’s solo album, this piece is recommended for moments when you want to heal a broken heart or reflect on memories with someone special.
Listening to this song might make you want to cherish the love you have now.
I want to see youGACKT37rank/position
GACKT’s song is a ballad that delicately portrays the ache of unrequited love.
Its gentle melody, built around live piano and acoustic guitar, is layered with GACKT’s emotionally rich vocals, resonating deeply with listeners.
The lyrics, which empathize with those who have experienced a breakup, may help soothe the pain of heartbreak.
Released in October 2004, the track was also used as the ending theme for “The Wide.” It’s a song I especially recommend to anyone who continues to hold feelings for someone important.
You might find it nice to listen while letting your thoughts drift to a lover from your memories.
I knew it was a love that would never reach you, yet I couldn’t hold myself back and kept on loving you.GACKT38rank/position
A song by GACKT that portrays the anguish of a heartrending love.
Even knowing the feelings will never reach their destination, he sings them out with powerful emotion.
Combined with the production process that transformed it into a heavy ballad, it became a track that leaves a deep impression on listeners.
Released in August 2005, it was used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Keiyaku Kekkon” (Contract Marriage).
It was GACKT’s first drama theme song and is also included on the album DIABOLOS.
It’s perfect for those nursing the pain of heartbreak or holding onto feelings they can’t let go of.
Try belting it out at karaoke to release the emotions you carry inside.
If it’s not youKG39rank/position
It’s a song you can listen to from both a male and a female perspective.
Even though they’ve broken up, they just can’t forget and keep looking back on the memories.
It portrays that hard-to-let-go feeling so well, and I really related to it.
Since the melody isn’t too dark, I recommend it to those who feel like crying but still want to look forward.
Baby, I love youTEE40rank/position
It’s the hit song that can be called TEE’s signature, with a total of 4.5 million downloads.
It’s been covered by artists like AI, Che’Nelle, and SPICY CHOCOLATE, so I think many listeners are familiar with it.
TEE’s warm voice and straightforward lyrics sink directly and gently into the heart.
Top 2026 Ranking of Breakup Songs by Japanese Male Artists (41–50)
Tokyokururi41rank/position
Formed by members from Ritsumeikan University’s music club, Quruli is a two-piece rock band that has continued its vigorous activities despite lineup changes.
Their major-label debut single, “Tokyo,” an evocative number, was chosen as the ending theme for NHK-FM’s music program Music Square.
The lyrics, which paint a scene of recalling a beloved person from afar after parting ways, may strike a painful chord for anyone who has had a similar experience.
With its nostalgic atmosphere, the rock ensemble creates a sentimental mood, making this a lyrical rock number.
spring thunderfuki no tō42rank/position
A masterpiece that blossomed in the Showa-era music scene, this song was released in May 1979.
Using the springtime thunder that rings with the season’s arrival as its motif, it portrays the preciousness of life and its ephemeral beauty.
The lyrics overlay falling cherry blossoms with the transience of life, resonating deeply with listeners.
Originally, the song told a story of a man and woman’s breakup, but it was reportedly changed to its current form after a member’s mother fell ill.
It’s the perfect track for anyone who has experienced a springtime farewell or is about to embark on a new beginning.
How about singing it at karaoke to help sort out your feelings?