[Trash Songs] A carefully curated selection of tracks about the lowest, worst kind of loser—and hidden gems!
“Kuzu”… you hear it a lot, and it’s quite a powerful word, isn’t it?
Maybe you’ve suffered a terrible betrayal and felt a surge of anger—“That piece of trash!” Or maybe you’ve been disappointed in yourself and thought, “I’m trash.” There are probably more than a few people who find this word popping into their heads in everyday life.
In this article, we’ll introduce some “kuzu songs” that resonate with those feelings.
You can take the perspective of the person concerned, or think of some trashy someone and use it as motivation for the future!
Find one song you relate to, and use it to sort out your feelings.
- Songs to listen to when you've been betrayed. Classic hits about betrayal.
- An empathy song to listen to when you’re hurting and feel like a 'convenient woman'
- I want to let off some steam! Recommended anger songs and revenge songs
- A spine-chilling, terrifying song. Japanese music that evokes madness and horror.
- [I Want to Make My Ex Regret Losing Me] Love Songs to Listen to When You Feel That Way
- Masterpieces that sing of despair. Recommended popular songs.
- [Relatable Lyrics] Emo songs to listen to when you're stuck after a breakup or relationship troubles
- [Yami Song] Fight darkness with darkness!? Deep tracks that stay close to your pain
- Yami songs recommended for men
- Hidden gems of yami songs. Recommended popular tracks.
- A song that feels refreshing after a breakup. A love song to listen to when you want to move on.
- Songs that hit home when you're feeling blue: masterpieces of Japanese music
- Breakup songs sung by male artists that I’d recommend to Gen Z
[Trash Songs] Carefully Selected Tracks About the Worst, Most Hopeless Losers & Hidden Gems! (41–50)
Bad personsenritsu kannano
A song that opens up a new frontier for bittersweet love ballads.
The lyrics portray the raw emotions of a woman being pushed and pulled, and they resonate deeply when paired with Kano Senritsu’s delicate vocals.
While grappling with the pain and conflicts of past relationships, the song reexamines the boundary between “good people” and “bad people,” striking a chord with many listeners.
Released in September 2024, it drew attention as Kano Senritsu’s major-label debut.
The track was provided by Kayayu from Young Skinny and has been gaining support especially among Gen Z.
It’s recommended for those struggling with complex romantic feelings or looking to sort out their emotions.
[Trash Songs] Carefully Selected Songs About the Worst, Most Hopeless Losers & Hidden Gems! (51–60)
band memberSHISHAMO
That old saying, “You’re better off not dating a band guy”—this is a rock tune that takes it to heart.
It’s by SHISHAMO, a three-piece rock band from Kanagawa, and it’s included on their self-titled debut album, SHISHAMO, released in 2013.
It’s an easy-to-listen-to guitar rock track, drawn along by Asako Miyazaki’s cute vocals.
Some people might know what it’s like to keep following a band and watch your money disappear…
But being able to pour yourself into something that much might just be a wonderful thing.
his doodleaiko
It’s an energetic yet slightly bittersweet love song about feelings for a boyfriend who doesn’t get in touch.
The track is by aiko, a popular singer-songwriter who has long been at the forefront of the Japanese music scene, and it’s included on her fifth album, “Akatsuki no Love Letter,” released in 2003.
The lyrics candidly portray the restless heart of a girl, and they’re relatable regardless of gender.
Aiko’s unadorned vocals seem to deliver that message even more directly.
Take responsibility, okay?Riripi
Riripi, a singer active on platforms like YouTube, is featured here with “Take Responsibility,” a song also known for being the first one she ever wrote lyrics for.
Set to a Vocaloid-style sound, it channels anger toward an indecisive man.
However, it ultimately portrays love for him as well.
You could even interpret it as a proposal song from a woman to a man.
It really sparks the imagination about what happened to the two afterward.
There are also some solid lines about a “trash” guy, so give it a listen first.
Golden BomberMata kimi ni bangō o kikenakatta
The appeal of Golden Bomber’s songs lies in how beautifully they capture the bittersweet feelings of a man troubled by unrequited love.
The timid protagonist, who can’t find the courage to pursue love, spends his days going home without ever managing to ask the girl he likes for her phone number.
On the train, he tells himself, “I’ll ask her tomorrow,” yet once he’s back home, he’s consumed by regret all over again.
Anyone who’s timid in love can surely relate to this man’s plight.
This track was released as a single in 2010 and also drew attention for its tie-in with a Nippon TV high school quiz show.
If you don’t want to be a hopeless guy who keeps dragging things out because he can’t confess, why not muster the courage and take that first step?
You let me do as I please, and yet…arekunn
A work packed with sadness and helplessness: feelings missing each other between lovers—one person is in love, but that doesn’t come through from the other side.
This song by singer-songwriter Are-kun, whose popularity took off from his activity on TikTok, was released digitally in 2020.
The tone of the acoustic guitar alone seems to convey the protagonist’s aching emotions.
Are-kun’s gentle vocals also touch the heart.
It might be just the thing to stay by your side through the pain of your heartbreak.
I became someone else’s girlfriend.wacci
It’s a breakup ballad that feels like throwing a pointed message at an ex, yet somehow makes you cry as you listen.
It’s one of pop-rock band wacci’s signature songs, released digitally in 2018.
Written from a woman’s perspective like a letter, the lyrics resonated with many and sparked buzz on social media.
With its laid-back band sound and warm vocals, the song’s world will tug at anyone’s heartstrings.
If you want something to gently accompany a downcast mood, this is the one.