Top Western Breakup Songs [2026]

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The Corrs – Only When I Sleep [Official Video]

It’s a very heartrending song about how I can only meet you in my dreams.

I think there are many people who, no matter how much they love someone, can’t be by their side.

I’m sure those people will absolutely relate when they listen to this song.

It’s such a bittersweet song that it brought me to tears.

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Estelle – Thank You [Official Video]

These are very mature lyrics in which the singer thanks the person by saying, “Thanks to the pain I went through after meeting you, I became a true woman.” To be honest, it might be hard to feel this way unless you’re an adult.

But I think it shows that you can choose to see things like this, too, so it’s a song I really want you to listen to.

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aldn – icantbelieveiletyougetaway (official audio)

Aldon’s new single, which vividly captures the regret and sense of loss after heartbreak, was released in May 2024.

Skillfully blending elements of hyperpop and emo, the track stands out with its heavy guitars and drums.

The regret of “letting you slip away” pierces the listener’s heart through Aldn’s earnest vocals.

Created while connecting with new peers in the New York music scene, the song reflects Aldn’s growth and transformation.

It’s a must-listen for anyone seeking to soothe the pain of heartbreak or to resonate with the complex emotions of today’s youth.

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Tiffany – Could’ve Been

This song is a love ballad that tenderly conveys feelings of regret.

I felt that many people could relate to the thought, “If only I had done things differently back then, could the two of us still be together as lovers?” No matter what kind of relationship you have, there are times when you go on living with regret.

It’s a song that really makes you think.

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Air Supply – Lost In Love [ Original Australian Version – FULL AUDIO HD ] [ A Tribute Video ]

This is the song “Lost in Love” by Air Supply, which was a massive hit worldwide.

It’s the kind of song that brings to mind a summer sunset.

The high, soaring vocals are soothing, aren’t they? Why not give it a listen when you’re worn out from crying over a broken heart?

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FLETCHER – Lead Me On (Official Video)

FLETCHER’s new song, released in January 2024, is a beautiful ballad where heartbreak and hope intertwine.

It poignantly portrays the pain of an unrequited love while being unable to let go of feelings for the other person.

As a lead single from the album “In Search of the Antidote,” it has drawn attention for its lyrics and melody that resonate deeply with listeners.

Fletcher’s delicate vocals brilliantly express complex emotions.

It’s a heartwarming track that offers comfort to anyone struggling with love—perfect for times when you want to heal the pain of heartbreak or face your own feelings.

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Kiana Ledé – Irresponsible (Official Music Video)

This song by American R&B singer Kiana Ledé conveys her aching emotions.

Carried by a melancholic melody, it tells the story of a heart shattered by the irresponsibility of someone she trusted.

The despair of realizing that the flirtatious signals that made her believe the feelings were mutual were nothing but her own misunderstanding is truly painful.

The way she wavers between blaming the other person and being unable to let go of her feelings is something anyone who has experienced unrequited love can painfully relate to.

Kiana Ledé’s soulful voice seems to envelop and soothe this unbearable suffering.