A tear-jerking love song. A love song that stays close to a hurting heart.

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back number – Happy End (full)

A touching song that sings of the aching feelings for a former lover.

The portrait of a woman who tries to act tough yet cannot sever her lingering attachment is striking.

It depicts the complex emotions of someone who, despite her words, still truly loves the other person.

Released in November 2016, it was also used as the theme song for the film “My Tomorrow, Your Yesterday.” It’s recommended as a chance to sort out your feelings if you’ve experienced parting from someone you love.

Let yourself be carried by back number’s gentle vocals and take a moment to face your own emotions.

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berry meet / Right on the Money [Music Video]

A song that skillfully depicts emotions from the depths of the heart.

The complex feelings after a breakup are conveyed through delicate lyrics and a powerful melody.

While putting on a brave face, the tears shed over inner emptiness will surely resonate with many.

Included on berry meet’s first E.P., “JUKEBOX,” this track immediately became a hot topic among fans when it was released in April 2023.

It’s a song to listen to when you want to heal the pain of heartbreak or take a step forward.

Its lyrics, which remind you of the importance of cherishing yourself, will surely become a source of strength.

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erica – “I Loved You” Full PV

A ballad by singer-songwriter Erica that weaves together the ache of heartbreaking unrequited love and the feelings left unspoken, set to the sound of piano.

The sorrow of a breakup and the pain of parting are delicately expressed through her clear, translucent voice.

Released in November 2015 and included on the album “Koku-uta 2: Things I Want to Tell You Before Graduation,” this song stands by those who have experienced parting, offering the courage to face forward while embracing the pain.

It will gently envelop the hearts of those who cannot accept the end of a romance, or who carry the regret of not having conveyed their feelings before it was over.

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milet “I still” Music Video (Theme song for the film ‘Unknown Girlfriend’)

This is a heartbreak song that sings of a poignant, aching love.

It’s common to look back and think, “If I had never met you, maybe I wouldn’t have been hurt this much…” But that’s the thing about love—you can’t just stop yourself there.

The more you try to forget, the more that person lingers in your mind, and perhaps all you can do is wait for time to heal it.

This piece was written as the theme song for the film “Shiranai Kanojo” (“Unknown Girlfriend”).

Together with this work—where milet takes on her first-ever role as a heroine—it is sure to resonate with the hearts of many.

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Atarayo – Liar (Music Video)

A song that tightens your chest with its heartrending vocals.

The complex emotions of a man who’s been told it’s over are woven in delicate words.

It was the other person who confessed their love, yet it’s also the other person who ends it—such a contradiction.

They should have truly loved each other, but before they knew it, that love turned into hatred.

The song captures the fragility of such a romance.

Also talked about as an answer song to Atarayo’s signature track “I’ll Forget Your Quietness in October,” it was included on the October 2021 EP “Before Dawn.” It’s a bittersweet yet warm piece that gently accompanies those bearing the pain of heartbreak.

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Tsumugu / Tota

A gemlike love song woven from evanescent yet beautiful poetic expressions and a crystal-clear singing voice.

While skillfully depicting scenes from nature, it delicately conveys the feelings of thinking about someone dear.

When Tota posted it on social media in June 2021, it quickly sparked a huge response.

In December 2022, it was selected as the tie-in song for a Pure Gummy web commercial, and the full version was released in February of the following year.

Recommended for those who want to face everyday reality while feeling the sorrow of losing someone precious and the strength to keep looking forward.

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Say goodbye to clinging love. / Matsuri (Good bye, toxic love) [Official Music Video]

This is a song by Matsuri that delicately portrays the feelings of a woman breaking free from a past dependence on love and trying to take a new step forward.

Released digitally in June 2022, it features striking lyrics about the struggle between telling herself she’s forgotten her former partner and the bittersweet memories that occasionally resurface.

The track gained popularity on TikTok and resonated with younger listeners, and a music video starring Yuu Miyazaki was also produced.

It’s a warm breakup song that offers comfort to those trying to face forward despite heartache and to those who still feel lingering attachment to past love.