Unrequited love breakup songs in Western music. Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks.

Let Her GoPassenger

Passenger | Let Her Go (Official Video)

The striking intro has a hook so strong it makes you stop whatever you’re doing.

That husky voice carries a curious persuasiveness and keeps you listening to the very end.

The worldview, narrated with a touch of novel-like storytelling, feels simple, warm, and distinctly its own.

You’ll definitely find yourself wanting to hear more of this voice.

Carried AwayPassion Pit

Passion Pit – Carried Away (Official Video)

Passion Pit has ended up with just a single member now.

But as you can tell from the view counts on their videos, they’re still quite popular.

Their (well, it’s technically a project) songs often have a bright sound, yet the lyrics are suggestive and somewhat cynical.

This song vividly captures the feelings of a man who’s heartbroken, still very much in love with his ex, and wants to ramble on with excuses—making for very interesting lyrics.

You Could Be HappySnow Patrol

Snow Patrol – You Could Be Happy [HD]

Whether one takes this song as whiny or as bittersweet yet beautiful depends on the listener.

The lyrics are entirely in the first person, almost like a monologue.

The band Snow Patrol has a relentless dedication to their performance in pursuit of beautiful melodies.

This song evokes the clear, deep winter snow and puts you in a poetic mood.

Back for GoodTake That

Take That – Back for Good (Official Video)

Known as one of Take That’s signature songs, this moving ballad portrays regret over a lost love and a yearning for reconciliation.

Released in March 1995, it held the number-one spot on the UK Singles Chart for four consecutive weeks.

Gary Barlow’s heartfelt vocals brilliantly convey the pain of heartbreak and the powerful desire to be with a loved one again.

Included on the album “Nobody Else,” the song became a massive hit, reaching number one in 31 countries worldwide.

It’s recommended listening when you want to soothe the pain of a breakup or reaffirm your bond with someone special.

We Are Never Ever Getting Back TogetherTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together

I think it’s no exaggeration to call it the most famous breakup song in the world.

You can practically hear Taylor saying, “I’m done being the convenient girl,” and it feels refreshing.

She writes her lyrics based on real experiences—most of them are breakup or heartbreak songs.

From this, you can tell that Taylor Swift is a woman who’s very active in love.