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[2026] Unfulfilled Feelings, Hearts Missing Each Other… A Collection of Western Songs About Unrequited Love

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

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.

[2026] Unrequited Feelings, Passing Hearts... A Collection of Western Songs About Unattainable Love (91–100)

Stone ColdDemi Lovato

Demi Lovato – Stone Cold (Official Video)

Stone ColdDemi Lovato

Listening to her song reminds me of Adele’s “Someone Like You.” Their voices are similar, and both vocalists have truly amazing voices.

The title suggests accepting an unrequited love with emotions as cold as stone… That’s how I interpret it.

It’s heartbreaking.

Her high notes further convey the cry of a sorrowful heart—what a masterpiece!

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Yoshizaki Keiko

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Say GoodbyeChris Brown

Chris Brown – Say Goodbye (Official HD Video)

Say GoodbyeChris Brown

Released in 2006, this is a poignant hit song.

It was also used as a movie theme in the United States, and the slightly lonely melody paired with Chris’s sweet voice is indescribably good.

If someone sang about unrequited love in a voice like that… it would be irresistible, right? His clear, transparent vocals make the track even more captivating.

A highly recommended classic.

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Yoshizaki Keiko

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DreamerLaufey

Laufey – Dreamer (Official Audio)

DreamerLaufey

This is a single released in September 2023 by Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey from her album “Bewitched.” The song portrays a woman who, despite experiencing romantic disappointment, never loses her sense of wonder.

The lyrics include the phrase “Milky Way,” conjuring a beautiful, starry-world atmosphere.

With her distinctive blend of jazz and pop, the track begins with a gentle piano and gradually expands into a richer soundscape, highlighted by a warm, Ella Fitzgerald–evoking vocal.

It’s a perfect classic for nights spent gazing at the stars, moments of romantic turmoil, or times when you want to find new hope.

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Lie To Me5 Seconds of Summer

5 Seconds of Summer – Lie To Me

Lie To Me5 Seconds of Summer

An emotional song that weaves themes of lies and sincerity in human relationships was included by the Australian pop-rock band 5 Seconds of Summer on their June 2018 album, Youngblood.

Tenderly portraying a sad love story, the track gently expresses the protagonist’s poignant wish for an ex-lover to tell them “I love you,” even if it’s a lie, carried by a melancholic vocal delivery.

In December, a duet version with singer-songwriter Julia Michaels was released, delving even deeper into lingering feelings and inner conflict toward a loved one.

As a heartwarming mid-tempo ballad that stays close to those suffering from heartbreak, this song has comforted many listeners.

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end gameCat Burns

end game

end gameCat Burns

Cat Burns, who is drawing attention on the pop music scene beyond the bounds of contemporary R&B, is also known for songs that often use romantic experiences as a motif.

This track, included on the album “Early Twenties” set for release on April 26, 2024, centers on the end of a relationship and its emotional impact.

Incorporating gospel and guitar elements, it achieves a deft balance between pop and R&B.

It portrays a couple who did their best but still couldn’t make it work, skillfully conveying the pain and turmoil brought on by a breakup.

It’s poised to become a new classic heartbreak song that will resonate deeply with listeners.

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