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[Once More…] A lingering-attachment song: a song about a love you can’t forget

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We’ve gathered a collection of classic “lingering-love” songs, packed with feelings you just can’t let go of.

Even if you part ways by mutual agreement, get dumped, or decide to give up on love yourself, when you’re alone you might realize, “I still love them after all…” and notice that lingering attachment within you.

The enormity of what you lost that only hits you after it’s gone; a love that grew until there was no going back.

In this article, we introduce songs that portray all kinds of lingering feelings toward past love.

These are tracks we especially want people to hear who think, “I know we can’t go back, but I still can’t forget them.”

[One More Time…] A Song of Lingering Feelings: Unforgettable Love Songs (91–100)

Never again…BENI

BENI – Never Again…

Never again...BENI

This is a song released in 2008 by singer-songwriter BENI, and it serves as an answer song to Dohi-T’s “Mou Ichido… feat.

BENI,” which came out the same year.

From the moment they meet to the time they become a couple, the happy days, and the gradual distance growing between them… The lyrics look back on such a fleeting love while expressing lingering feelings for an ex-boyfriend.

Many listeners will likely relate strongly to the part about how hearing the music you once listened to together with a former lover brings that person back to mind.

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Current boyfriend, ex-boyfriendNatural Radio Station

Current Boyfriend, Ex-Boyfriend feat. Hiromi / Natural Radio Station

Current boyfriend, ex-boyfriendNatural Radio Station

Natural Radio Station is a reggae duo from Fukuoka Prefecture that made their major debut in 2007, three years after forming.

Their song “Imakare, Motokare feat.

Hiromi,” included on their third album Voyage, features singer-songwriter Hiromi, who is also active as a composer.

Its lyrics portray a heart caught between an ex and a current lover—something many listeners will surely relate to.

Told from both male and female perspectives, this pop tune is a standout for anyone struggling to let go of lingering feelings.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Just… I want to see youEXILE

EXILE / I Just... Want to See You - Short version -

Just... I want to see youEXILE

When you think of EXILE, many people probably think of this song! “Tada… Aitakute” is EXILE’s 19th single, released in 2005.

No matter how much frustration you had toward your partner at the time of the breakup, as time passes you start to see your own shortcomings, compare your ex to those around you, and the regret over the breakup grows.

Realizing it only when it’s too late—that’s the painful part of breaking up, isn’t it? This song captures the feeling of wanting to say, “I’m sorry for back then,” and go back to how things used to be.

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petalback number

back number – Hanabira (full)

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A heartbreaking breakup song that overlays the fleeting memories of love with cherry blossom petals.

The lyrics delicately portray how memories with a lover linger everywhere in the city, turning even everyday scenes into amplifiers of pain.

While still holding on to love, the reality is that they will never meet again.

This song carries a message that gently embraces that hurt.

Released in April 2011, it was featured as the ending theme for JAPAN COUNTDOWN.

It is sure to resonate deeply with anyone who has experienced a painful romance.

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After a broken heartCHIHIRO

CHIHIRO – After a Broken Heart (Official MV)

After a broken heartCHIHIRO

Singer CHIHIRO is known for songs with strong messages aimed at women struggling with love.

Her 2019 release “After the Breakup” is a track you’ll especially want to hear if you’ve been through a rocky relationship.

The mellow lyrics laid over an R&B-style track are sure to bring tears.

Its dramatic flow beautifully expresses loneliness, making your heart ache in the best way.

You’ll realize the tears come because you loved with all your heart.

It’s the perfect breakup song for anyone who wants to cry it all out and feel refreshed.

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