[2026] Unfulfilled Feelings, Hearts Missing Each Other… A Collection of Western Songs About Unrequited Love
Musicians who are attuned to the complex movements of emotion we experience in life often share their own experiences with listeners in the form of songs.
It’s not uncommon to find lyrics that describe almost the exact same experience you’ve had—so much so that it hurts to relate.
This time, we’ve picked songs that portray unrequited love and the unresolved feelings that follow a breakup, compiling them across eras and genres—from the latest hits to timeless classics.
Many of these tracks express sadness in a straightforward way, so try listening while reflecting on your own feelings.
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[2026] Unrequited Feelings, Hearts Passing by Each Other… A Collection of Western Songs About Unfulfilled Love (61–70)
Just A Friend To YouMeghan Trainor

Here’s an introduction to Meghan Trainor’s “Just A Friend To You.” The music video has a live-performance vibe.
The soothing ukulele and the slightly hard-to-hear bass intertwine nicely to create a great sound.
It’s not a song that energizes you so much as one that brings a smile to your face—that’s the more accurate way to describe it.
Hands To MyselfSelena Gomez

A 2016 single by American singer Selena Gomez.
It’s dance synth-pop influenced by Prince’s sound.
In the sexy music video, Selena plays a stalker who breaks into the penthouse of her love interest and indulges in various fantasies.
Need Ur LuvCharli XCX

Charli XCX is a British singer-songwriter and actress.
Her music is characterized by electro-pop that emphasizes the resonance between colors—such as black, pink, purple, and red—and sound.
This song, which sings of a thirst for love with the message “I won’t give up,” is included on her 2014 album Sucker.
We Belong TogetherMariah Carey

Mariah Carey is an R&B singer who is highly acclaimed in the English-speaking world and well-known in Japan, too.
She basically sings in a whispery voice and tends to lean into it especially in the lower register.
Her song “We Belong Together” is a breakup track that highlights that vocal quality.
It isn’t intense; instead, it’s crafted with a consistently calm flow and smooth melody.
The lyrics express regret over letting a lover go.
It portrays a woman’s feelings with striking realism, so be sure to check it out.
Please Don’t Fall In Love With MeKhalid

Known for his delicate vocals and heartfelt lyrics, Khalid’s music vividly captures the subtleties of love and human relationships.
This work is no exception, laying bare the pain and vulnerability born from past romantic experiences.
The melody line, which samples an Alicia Keys classic, carries on the R&B tradition while breathing new life into it.
Released in April 2024, the track has drawn attention as a single preceding Khalid’s third studio album.
Anyone who’s been hurt in love will surely relate to it.
It might be the perfect soundtrack for a late-night drive.
Breaking PointLogan Michael

American singer-songwriter Logan Michael’s October 2023 release vividly captures the moment a romance comes to an end.
The image of the protagonist spending sleepless nights with a whiskey in hand is sure to strike a chord with listeners.
The fierce words hurled at the other person reveal a relationship that has passed the point of no return.
Coupled with a powerful musicality that transcends pop/rock boundaries, it becomes a track that shakes the listener to the core.
It’s a song that will resonate with anyone nursing a broken heart or feeling like they’ve reached their limit.
OceansSeafret

The bittersweet feelings of longing for a distant lover wash over the heart like gentle ocean waves, ebbing and flowing.
It’s this fragile yet beautiful emotion set to a serene melody that defines the music of Seafret, an indie folk duo from the UK.
Released in January 2016, this song features Jack Sedman’s delicate vocals and Harry Draper’s tender guitar intertwining with ease, guiding listeners into a deep sea of emotion.
The lyrics liken the distance between lovers to the sea, expressing not only physical separation but also the gap between hearts.
It’s a track that resonates with anyone in a long-distance relationship or anyone aching for someone their feelings can’t quite reach.


