Uplifting Western songs that encourage you after a breakup. Popular anthems and recommended classics.
From among the world’s most iconic heartbreak anthems, our studio staff introduces their recommended classics and fan favorites.
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Uplifting Western pop songs that cheer you up after a heartbreak: Popular anthems and recommended classics (1–10)
Call Me MaybeCarly Rae Jepsen
It’s just a song about giving your phone number to the guy you fell in love with at first sight and saying, “Call me, okay!” It’s so carefree that it actually makes you feel energized (lol).
The pop, cute voice totally gets me, too.
It’s guaranteed to lift your spirits right away.
The music video is also highly recommended.
Born With a Broken HeartDamiano David
This is a song that gently embraces wounded hearts, sung by Damiano David, frontman of the world-renowned Italian rock band Måneskin.
It’s a pop ballad that portrays the struggle of facing new love while still carrying one’s own weaknesses and the pain of the past.
Even as he admits, “I was born with a broken heart that no one can fix,” his determination to move forward will deeply resonate with anyone who can’t shake the pain of heartbreak.
Released in October 2024 as a lead single from the album Funny Little Fears, it drew major attention, becoming the most-added track at U.S.
radio in its first week.
When you can’t forget a past love but still want to take the next step, this song might just give you a gentle push forward.
BlindKorn
The destructive twin-guitar sound, the bass with earth-shaking low end, drums like a raging sea, and vocals with a distinctive timbre—everything is a shock.
After listening, you feel like you’ve been punched, and heartbreak suddenly doesn’t matter anymore.
StyleTaylor Swift
Taylor Swift’s voice is very pop and incredibly easy to listen to, and all her songs slip right into your heart.
This particular track has a Christmas-song vibe, making it a very fun listen.
It’s rhythmic, danceable, and uplifting.
Another OrionFujii Fumiya
Fumiya Fujii’s sweet, gentle singing voice and the tender, caring breakup lyrics make my heart ache in a good way.
Even when apart, they believe their hearts are still connected, and if the two are destined to be linked no matter the distance, there’s hope they’ll meet again.
It’s a song that isn’t just sad, but also filled with hope.