Kana Nishino Heartbreak Songs and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]

No matter how…Nishino Kana8rank/position

Kana Nishino - "No Matter How... (short ver.)"

“No matter how much…” not only features a distinctive, gentle melody, but its lyrics also portray the complex emotional currents of love that everyone has experienced at least once, making it irresistibly relatable.

It’s a love ballad in which Kana Nishino sings about the feelings of a woman troubled by love.

EsperanzaNishino Kana9rank/position

Kana Nishino “Esperanza” MV Full

This song is a summer heartbreak track released by Kana Nishino in 2011.

Blending Latin and pop elements, it won the Excellence Award at the 53rd Japan Record Awards.

The title means “hope” in Spanish, and the lyrics portray a woman who suffers while holding on to a glimmer of hope for an unrequited love.

Although it expresses the sorrow of a woman whose love doesn’t reach the one she longs for, the fast, rhythmic tempo, accompanied by guitar and claps, makes it an upbeat listen.

Also noteworthy are Nishino’s powerful vocals—one of her trademarks—and the candidly written lyrics that convey a woman’s true feelings.

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PopNishino Kana10rank/position

Kana Nishino “Pa” MV (Short Ver.)

Kana Nishino’s track is one that soothes the pain of heartbreak and gives you the courage to look forward.

With its upbeat rhythm and bright melody, just listening to it is enough to bring a natural smile to your face.

The lyrics, which paint the small joys of everyday life, are sure to gently reach even those weighed down by heavy feelings.

Released in May 2017, the song was used in Otsuka Foods’ “Vitamin Carbonated MATCH” commercial and as the theme song for NTV’s “Sukkiri!!.” Speaking about its production, Kana Nishino shared that “a voice from my heart just slipped out.” It’s a perfect song for anyone who wants to regain their smile after tears.

SAKURA, I love you?Nishino Kana11rank/position

Kana Nishino - “SAKURA, I love you?” (short ver.)

This is a single released by Kana Nishino in 2012.

It was also used as the CM song for SONY WALKMAN’s “Play You.” The sound leaves the impression of being restrained with little dynamic variation, which in turn seems to highlight her vocals.

The lyrics, which feel like organizing one’s heart after a breakup, are also striking: while telling herself she no longer loves that person, memories and emotions from that time resurface, leaving her unstable.

It’s a track where you can sense the plea for help born from unstable emotions, conveyed through the vocals as well.

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Because it makes me want to see youNishino Kana12rank/position

Kana Nishino 'Because I Start Wanting to See You (short ver.)'

An early masterpiece that made the cellphone-generation songstress Kana Nishino famous.

As a master of love songs, her tracks have overwhelming support among girls, making this a perfect choice for karaoke.

Nishino has so many great songs that choosing one can be tough.

Dear…Nishino Kana13rank/position

Kana Nishino 'Dear...(short ver.)'

A love song by Kana Nishino, an artist popular mainly among women for her crystal-clear voice that resonates endlessly and her songs that exquisitely capture subtle emotions.

It’s a number that conveys straightforward feelings for someone you truly love, and a recommended karaoke song for women in their 20s who are happily in love.

MAKE UPNishino Kana14rank/position

Kana Nishino 'MAKE UP (short ver.)'

Kana Nishino’s love songs make you feel as if she understands every romantic moment of the younger generation.

One of them, MAKE UP, sings about moving on after a heartbreak.

It was also used as the theme song for the animated film Chocolate Underground.

Many girls might relate to the lyrics about doing their makeup the way their beloved boyfriend likes while they’re together.

But from now on, it’s makeup to blow away the gloom of a broken heart and to elevate yourself even more.

If you’re feeling down, why not put on some cute makeup for your own smile along with Kana Nishino’s song?

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SAKI

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