Breakup songs in Western music that I want to sing at karaoke: world classics and popular hits

Cryin’Aerosmith

Aerosmith – Cryin’ (Official Music Video)

A track about a roller-coaster relationship that keeps getting worse despite starting out great.

It was released in 1993 by the American hard rock band Aerosmith and was inspired by Johann Pachelbel’s 1680 piece “Canon in D Major.”

How Could YouMario

Mario – How Could You (Official Video)

A track that sings about the heartbreak of a man betrayed by his girlfriend.

It was released in 2005 by the American singer-songwriter Mario.

This R&B track became a hit in countries such as the United States and Australia.

AftermathR.E.M.

R.E.M. “Aftermath” (Official Music Video)

A track released in 2004 by the American alternative rock band R.E.M.

It is about a woman who has broken up with her boyfriend and became a hit in the United States and various European countries.

The music video was filmed at locations including the Hyatt Regency Hotel in San Francisco.

Bring It On Home to MeSam Cooke

Sam Cooke Bring It On Home to Me lyrics

An R&B track released in 1962 by American soul singer Sam Cooke.

The song expresses the feelings of a man who has lost his girlfriend.

It has been featured in many forms of media, including the TV drama 90210, and has been covered by artists such as Joe Simon and Van Morrison.

YoungThe Chainsmokers

The Chainsmokers – Young (Lyric)

A track that sings about the breakdown of teenage romantic relationships stemming from immaturity.

It was released in 2017 by the American DJ duo The Chainsmokers.

The song became a hit in countries such as the United States, Canada, and Sweden, and was used in a Tommy Hilfiger advertising campaign.