Classic and popular unrequited love breakup songs
Heartbreak is very sad and painful.
How people cope varies—some talk to others, some take time to rest.
There are surely many who find comfort in listening to music.
Here, I’ve gathered Japanese songs about unrequited love and heartbreak.
Even if unrequited love hurts, don’t give up—move forward to your next love!
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Top unrequited-love breakup songs: masterpieces and popular tracks (91–100)
OrangeCreepHyp
A major hit by the rock band CreepHyp, who have gained popularity—especially among younger audiences—for their exceptionally high-pitched vocals and distinctive, imaginative musical worldview.
It’s a love ballad that reflects on how the ordinary days spent with a lover were, in truth, irreplaceable moments.
starfishELLEGARDEN
A massive hit by ELLEGARDEN, an artist renowned for a beautiful high-tone voice that sticks in your head after just one listen and a familiar melody you’ll find yourself humming along to.
It’s a superb number that contrasts a clear starry sky with the loneliness of being without someone special.
Just… I miss youEXILE
A smash unrequited-love number by EXILE, an artist who represents today’s Japanese music scene with universally acclaimed soaring high-tone vocals and breathtaking dance performance skills.
It’s a heartbreak song filled with feelings for a lover from whom they’ve been separated.
366 daysHY
A classic unrequited-love song by HY—an artist beloved for their familiar, singable melodies and the beautiful harmonies the members create.
It’s a heartbreak number that captures the sorrow of still searching for traces of a former lover even after the breakup.
Moon Song[Alexandros]
![Moon Song[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FU5FxTP1cpw/sddefault.jpg)
A smash hit by the rock band [Alexandros], who enjoy overwhelming popularity among younger generations with their driving up-tempo numbers and emotionally charged love songs.
The track portrays someone steeped in the sorrow of losing the person they love, and it was also featured in a commercial.