Breakup songs by Western bands. World-famous classics and popular tracks.

You Won’t See MeThe Beatles

The Beatles – You Won’t See Me

It’s been only a few days since I realized I no longer see myself reflected in your eyes, yet it feels as if years have passed…

The protagonist of this song is in the midst of heartbreak so intense that tears well up in their eyes.

A track from the 1965 masterpiece album Rubber Soul.

For What It’s WorthThe Cardigans

The Cardigans – For What It’s Worth – Director’s Cut

This song features the gentle resonance of an acoustic guitar.

It’s a track by The Cardigans, a Swedish pop band formed in 1992, and it was released as a single in 2003.

The lyrics express a plea to a former lover to come back because they are loved more than anyone else.

The vocals and the message align so well that it’s truly heart-wrenching.

Miss YouThe Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones – Miss You – OFFICIAL PROMO

Mick Jagger repeatedly and straightforwardly sings, “I miss you.” It’s a single released in 1978, put out in advance of the album Some Girls that came out the same year.

This album is an important work that sparked a reappraisal of the Stones.

ApologizeTimbaland ft. OneRepublic

Timbaland – Apologize ft. OneRepublic

OneRepublic is an American band active since 2002, and this song is a heartbreak anthem that became a huge hit through a collaboration with music producer Timbaland.

The charm lies in Ryan’s vocals—his voice has a depth and gentle quality that makes the heartbreak in the song sound even more poignant.

You Give Love A Bad NameBon Jovi

Bon Jovi – You Give Love A Bad Name

Even if you don’t know the title, many people will go “Ah!” when they hear the intro.

It’s one of the signature songs by Bon Jovi, the popular rock band from the United States.

It’s included on their 1986 album Slippery When Wet.

The lyrics sing of a man’s heart being toyed with by an alluring woman.

Heart Heart HeartbreakBoys Like Girls

Boys Like Girls – Heart Heart Heartbreak [HQ]

Boys Like Girls is a band formed in the United States in 2006.

Their indie-era CDs sold as many as 500,000 copies, which led to their major-label debut.

Recently, they’ve been gaining more popularity among women, including through collaborations with Taylor Swift.

Heavy In Your ArmsFlorence & The Machine

“Heavy In Your Arms” – Florence And The Machine [OFFICIAL]

A dark, moody track released in 2010 by the British indie rock band Florence and the Machine.

It was used in the romantic fantasy film The Twilight Saga: Eclipse and became a hit in places like the UK and Scotland.