For men in their 30s: Heart-touching breakup songs—masterpieces that can move grown men to tears
When you go through a heartbreak, it can feel like there’s a gaping hole in your heart.
Even as you’re swept up in work and everyday life, many of you may find your chest tightening in unexpected moments.
At times like these, when you just want to fully sink into the feeling, heartbreak songs that seep into your soul can be a comforting companion.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs that gently portray emotions like sadness, regret, and lingering attachment.
On nights when you can’t sort out your feelings, try pressing play softly.
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For men in their 30s: Heart-piercing breakup songs. Timeless tunes that make grown men shed tears (51–60)
Holiday heaven35.7
This song by the rock band 35.7 has a warmth that gently embraces the pain of heartbreak.
Lingering feelings and affection for a former lover are depicted through everyday moments, making it a track that stays close to the listener’s heart.
Released in July 2022, the song features an upbeat melody that blends pop and rock elements.
It’s recommended for times when you want to heal a heart hurt by heartbreak or reflect on memories with someone special.
Surely, it will stay by your side and give you the courage to take your next step.
saturationAyase
Ayase, the composer for YOASOBI, released “Saturation” in 2022.
It’s a breakup song that portrays the raw emotions felt as you spend more time with someone important.
The track features a warm sound that unfolds at a slow tempo.
With a slightly lonely yet gentle atmosphere, his emotional vocals resonate alongside the melody.
The song sings about the heartbreaking reality of two people who loved each other becoming one, only to drift apart again.
Take in its heartwarming message about longing for a former lover.
After a broken heartCHIHIRO
A song about the feelings right after a heartbreak.
Why did I have to be the one to get my heart broken? Even if I can’t accept it, I have to face reality.
But my head is still full of the person I love, and there’s no way I can forget them anytime soon.
It captures the sadness, the pain, and the exhaustion of unrequited love not coming true.
The straightforward, down-to-earth wording invites empathy.
With a 100% tear-jerking, heartrending atmosphere, just listening to it makes your chest feel tight.
SupernovaELLEGARDEN
This is a must-hear track for any guy who’s been told it’s over and watched his girlfriend disappear.
It’s one of ELLEGARDEN’s signature songs—an icon in the rock scene—fast, fierce, melodic, and undeniably cool.
Many listeners might not have realized it’s actually a sad breakup song.
The title “Supernova” refers to a stellar explosion: a star that erupts and vanishes.
In the song, the vanished girlfriend is likened to a star that disappeared in a blaze of light, leaving him lamenting that there’s nothing he can do.
Even though the lyrics are so heartbreaking, the sheer power and coolness of the music might give you a bit of strength when you listen.
For men in their 30s: Heart-wrenching breakup songs. Masterpieces that make grown men shed tears (61–70)
Just… I want to see youEXILE
Even the title conveys the emotion in EXILE’s “Tada… Aitakute” (“I Just… Want to See You”).
Released in 2005, this was EXILE’s 19th single.
When it comes to EXILE ballads, this song is one that many people immediately think of.
Realizing, only after a breakup, how inadequate you were when you were with someone precious—and just how much you loved them—is something many of us have experienced.
This male-perspective heartbreak song painfully expresses the rashness of youth and that frustrating feeling of “If it were now, I’d do things differently!”
tear(s)KANA-BOON
This song, which sings of the aching pain of heartbreak, can be considered one of KANA-BOON’s signature works.
Included on the album “NAMiDA,” the track was released in September 2017.
It delicately portrays the emotions of a man after a breakup, with lingering attachment and regret pressing on the chest.
Maguro Taniguchi’s vocals amplify the poignancy, piercing deeply into the listener’s heart.
It’s recommended for those carrying the pain of parting or those who want to reflect on past relationships.
Listening to this piece and overlaying it with your own experiences may help you sort out your feelings.
I’m a messMY FIRST STORY
A signature song by MY FIRST STORY, known as a classic heartbreak anthem.
Centered on themes of claustrophobia and anxiety, its lyrics delicately portray loneliness and inner conflict, resonating deeply with listeners.
Released in July 2021 as the B-side to the single “Confession,” it gained popularity through social media.
It’s a perfect track for those suffering from the pain of heartbreak or struggling with loneliness.
Give it a listen when you want to let out the feelings buried deep in your heart.