Western pop songs to help you get over a heartbreak

Come Back To MeVanessa Hudgens

Vanessa Hudgens – Come Back To Me

This song expresses lingering feelings for an ex and a wish to get back together, set to an up-tempo beat and a catchy melody.

Released in September 2006 as the lead single from American artist Vanessa Hudgens’s debut album, V, it weaves memories of a former lover and the hesitation to start a new relationship into its lyrics, skillfully portraying the conflicts and hopes of young love.

Marking the beginning of her music career after her Disney Channel stardom, the track was well received internationally.

It’s recommended for those who want to feel the bittersweetness of youthful romance or lift their mood with a pop sound.

thank u, nextAriana Grande

Ariana Grande – thank u, next (Official Video)

This song by American pop star Ariana Grande sings about the lessons she learned from past relationships.

While expressing gratitude to her exes, she conveys the importance of personal growth.

Released in November 2018, it became a massive hit, spending seven consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the U.S.

charts.

The music video drew attention for its parodies of popular films.

It’s a recommended track for anyone looking to move on from heartbreak and step forward.

Ariana’s powerful vocals and uplifting message resonate deeply.

Hotel CaliforniaThe Eagles

Eagles – Hotel California (Live 1977) (Official Video) [HD]

The wistful loneliness of the ’70s is irresistible.

It fills me with nostalgia and makes me feel like heartbreak doesn’t matter anymore.

The vocalist’s voice really touches my heart and puts me in an emotional mood.

It leaves me with a curious, almost surreal feeling—and somehow, it soothes my broken heart.

We are the WorldUSA For Africa

U.S.A. For Africa – We Are the World

When you’re feeling down from a broken heart, listening to this globally sung song about peace should make your personal negative feelings seem insignificant.

Being dumped starts to feel like a trivial problem.

I highly recommend it.

366 daysHY

HY – 366 Days (Official Music Video)

This song puts the feeling of being unable to forget a past lover into ultra-straightforward lyrics.

It was the theme song for the 2007 drama Akai Ito, so many of you might already know it.

ForgetUVERworld

When you go through a breakup, it can be really hard to forget about the other person, and the painful days seem to go on and on.

At times like that, let’s make some noise with friends and just forget about it! This song tells us that it’s okay to let go of the bad stuff sometimes and have a blast.

It’s tough and painful right now, but time will surely heal you.

Let’s use this experience for your next love and go grab your happiness!

After a broken heartCHIHIRO

CHIHIRO – After a Broken Heart (Official MV)

Keeping the title as is, this is CHIHIRO’s “Shitsuren no Ato,” packed full of all the familiar feelings and experiences that come with heartbreak.

If you listen to it right after a breakup, you’ll probably find so many relatable moments that it’ll feel like a storm of empathy.

And once you listen, you might just get caught in the tear-jerking trap…

Cry your heart out with this song, let yourself sink into the sadness, and hopefully move on to the next step.

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