RAG MusicHeartbreak Songs
A wonderful heartbreak song

Breakup songs sung by female Western artists. World-famous classics and popular tracks.

People grow by going through heartbreak again and again.

You hear that a lot, but no matter how many times you experience it, heartbreak is still painful (lol).

When you get dumped, the emotional wound can feel especially deep, don’t you think? So I’ve gathered some Western breakup songs sung by female artists to help heal those heartaches.

Breakup songs sung by female Western artists: World-famous and popular tracks (1–10)

He Wasn’tAvril Lavigne

Avril Lavigne – He Wasn’t (Official Video)
He Wasn'tAvril Lavigne

This upbeat pop-punk song by Avril Lavigne sings about breaking up with a lover who treated her badly, realizing he wasn’t who she thought he was.

Although it’s a breakup song, its high-energy vibe makes it a track that can’t help but lift your spirits.

The Way I Loved YouSelena Gomez

Selena Gomez & The Scene – The way i loved you (español) HQ
The Way I Loved YouSelena Gomez

In this ballad by Selena Gomez, she delivers an emotional portrayal of the sorrow of losing a cherished lover, acknowledging that while she may one day love someone else, she will never love them the way she loved you.

The SubwayChappell Roan

Chappell Roan – The Subway (Official Music Video)
The SubwayChappell Roan

It’s a song that really builds up toward the second half.

In the first half, the chorus goes up to D5, but it’s not a section where you should belt, so aim for an airy, gentle delivery.

The tempo isn’t fast, so it’s easier if you learn it melody by melody.

If you’re not used to using falsetto, practice humming so you can switch smoothly between chest voice and falsetto.

In the first half, try projecting your voice upward, resonating in the area between the eyebrows or the head to create a light, open sound.

In the second half, the resonance gets a bit stronger, so direct the sound downward and resonate in the chest to bring out more power.

Try speaking or singing with a hand on your chest—you’ll feel strong vibrations there—then sing while focusing on that resonance!

Breakup songs sung by female Western artists: world-famous and popular tracks (11–20)

Someone Like YouAdele

Adele – Someone Like You (Official Music Video)
Someone Like YouAdele

This song by the British singer Adele portrays a woman who, despite thinking about her ex-boyfriend, comes to terms with the past.

It’s a simple piece accompanied only by piano, yet it further highlights her overwhelming vocal prowess.

Tonight I’m Getting Over YouCarly Rae Jepsen

Carly Rae Jepsen – Tonight I’m Getting Over You
Tonight I'm Getting Over YouCarly Rae Jepsen

This catchy electropop song by Carly Rae Jepsen expresses the feelings of a woman who, after breaking up with her lover, tries to forget her heartbreak by dancing all night with new guys.

This is the remixed version featuring a collaboration with popular rapper Nicki Minaj.

Mr. BeautifulCheyenne Kimball

Cheyenne Kimball – Mr. Beautiful
Mr. BeautifulCheyenne Kimball

Cheyenne Kimball is a singer who, as part of the country music band Gloriana, also served as an opening act for Taylor Swift, and she had her own show on MTV called “Cheyenne.” This song is a beautiful piece that showcases her still-innocent, clear, and pure singing voice.

Should’ve Been UsTori Kelly

Tori Kelly – Should’ve Been Us (Official Video)
Should've Been UsTori Kelly

This song by American singer-songwriter Tori Kelly is a pop track influenced by urban music, expressing the sorrow of a relationship that has ended with her ex, wondering what it would be like if she were still with him.