A wonderful heartbreak song

[Tear-Jerking Breakup Songs] A curated selection of love songs that gently comfort a wounded heart!

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Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
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A person from the melodic hardcore boom generation who loves music, photography, and eating. I’ve been going to live houses for over 20 years. I’m at the age where summer festivals are starting to feel tough physically. I sometimes try shooting live photos and videos for MVs. I’m not great at English, so I often listen to straightforward Japanese rock that hits directly, but if someone recommends something, I’ll listen to anything—Western or Japanese—broadly and casually. I like cooking while listening to music; it’s a nice way to relieve stress.

We’re introducing tear-jerking love songs that are perfect for when you’re heartbroken.

Even if you mustered the courage to confess your feelings but it didn’t go well, you might find yourself thinking, “I wish I hadn’t said anything.”

Some of you may want to be alone, sink into your sadness, and have a good cry.

In this article, we’ve gathered love songs that will stay close to hearts like yours.

First, give yourself credit for being able to express your feelings!

Then, while listening to songs that truly resonate, gently soothe your heart as it struggles with that aching, directionless pain.

[Tear-Jerking Breakup Songs] Carefully selected love songs that gently comfort a wounded heart! (111–120)

You have no eye for it.Ansako

Anzako - You Have No Eye for It [Official Music Video]

You have no eye for it.Ansako

Singer-songwriter Ansako from Tottori Prefecture has a breakup song that reflects on her poor judgment in people.

In the song, the trigger for the protagonist’s breakup is her partner’s cheating.

While admitting she lacked the discernment to see through someone who would betray her, she also candidly sings that she still loved them.

Many listeners have probably felt something similar.

Yet the song doesn’t feel pessimistic, thanks to Ansako’s gentle vocals.

Her voice makes it possible to smile a little at one’s own lack of judgment.

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[Tear-Jerking Breakup Songs] A handpicked selection of love songs that gently comfort a wounded heart! (121–130)

The Refrain Is ScreamingMatsutōya Yumi

Yumi Matsutoya – The Refrain Is Shouting

The Refrain Is ScreamingMatsutōya Yumi

This is a track from the 1988 album “Delight Slight Light KISS.” It wasn’t released as a single, but it’s one of Yumi Matsutoya’s most popular breakup songs.

It sings of two lovers who end up parting ways—knowing it’s too late for regret, yet unable not to regret—giving voice to feelings with nowhere to go.

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bleachingaimyon

Aimyon - Bleach [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO (Short ver.)]

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A coming-of-age love song that depicts the pure feelings of teenage love, along with mistakes, regrets, and growth.

Written by Aimyon as the theme song for the film “Rennai Kitan-shu,” this piece, released alongside the movie in February 2017, gently delivers the universal joys and heartaches of love through a tender melody that aligns with the film’s worldview.

With a mellow sound that draws on folk-rock elements and a theme of emotional cleansing, this song will quietly stay by your side when you want to heal the wounds of love or reflect on precious memories.

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I don’t like it.yangusukinii

Young Skinny – I Don't Like You [Official Music Video]

I don’t like it.yangusukinii

A four-piece rock band formed by members who met on social media, Young Skinny sings a song that portrays the bittersweet feelings of a woman who can’t forget an old love.

She’s thrown away all the mementos to move on to her next relationship, yet the memories alone won’t fade, and they resurface in unexpected moments—an experience many of us have had.

The more you think, “I’ve already forgotten,” the more the memories cling to you.

It’s a heartbreak song that gently tells those who wonder, “Why do I keep dwelling on this?” that they’re not alone and that it’s going to be okay.

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You Go Your WayCHEMISTRY

CHEMISTRY “You Go Your Way” Official Video

You Go Your WayCHEMISTRY

This is a song by CHEMISTRY, a duo unit formed by two singers who advanced through a vocal audition on a variety show.

It tells the story of a heartbreaking farewell between two people who loved each other.

The harmonies are so beautiful they give you goosebumps—and they’ll move you to tears.

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NAOHY

NAO

NAOHY

HY’s heartbreak classic “NAO.” Many people resonate with its lyrics, and countless listeners have been brought to tears by this song.

Vocalist Izumi Nakasone often writes from personal experience, and this track, too, is infused with deep feelings toward someone precious.

It’s a heartrending breakup song that, once you hear it, you’ll want to play over and over again.

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You’re not here.ZARD

You're Not Here (ZARD cover) - Zaniah

You’re not here.ZARD

“Kimi ga Inai” is ZARD’s seventh single, released in 1993.

Starting with the sound of an acoustic guitar, the song has a bright pop feel, but it’s actually about heartbreak.

Couples break up for various reasons, and sometimes it happens amicably.

This song might be about someone who experienced that kind of breakup, but it’s still painful after parting, isn’t it? It brings back memories of moments shared at different times and evokes a sense of nostalgia.

It’s a song that gently, yet poignantly, conveys the passage of time.

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