Western pop songs to help you get over a heartbreak

It’s fine.Urufuruzu

Ulfuls – Ee nen

A song that genuinely makes you think, “I’m fine as I am—let’s face forward,” even after heartbreak.

A classic recommended track from Ulfuls.

The lyrics are straightforward and positive, and Tortoise Matsumoto’s from-the-gut vocals together with the groovy rhythm lift you out of a slump.

Guaranteed to encourage you! This was the comeback release of bassist John B.

Chopper, who had left in ’99.

late autumngagaga supi

Gagaga SP Live “Late Autumn” @ Nagata Grand March 2017

“I’ll live until I die!!” It’s a song with a striking, powerful message that seems obvious at first glance but is easy to forget.

It’s one of Gagaga SP’s signature tracks! The lyrics, which portray the protagonist’s lingering attachment to his ex after a breakup, feel more and more like a gentle embrace the more you listen, as if saying, “It’s okay to be hung up on it.” It’s a song I absolutely want you to listen to when you’re hurting from a broken heart.

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Take a bowRihanna

Rihanna – Take A Bow

Rather than lamenting a broken heart, I want to see it as a fresh start.

This is a perfect track by Liana for those with that kind of positive mindset.

“I’m better off with you gone.” The strong feelings of a woman are sung with a light touch.

Don’t miss songstress Liana’s beautiful vocal work, too.

Try it on my ownWhitney Houston

Whitney Houston – Try It On My Own (Official HD Video)

While it’s okay to dwell in sadness a little after a heartbreak, now is the time to rise! This song is perfect for women who feel that way.

Gentle, yet at times powerful, it’s filled with strong messages about carving out your own life.

2%10-FEET

10-FEET – 2%

It’s not exactly a straightforward breakup song, but this track tells you that breakups happen and that’s okay—it’ll become one of the experiences that make you stronger going forward.

It’s a song that helps you look ahead when you’re feeling down from a breakup.

Lovers AgainEXILE

EXILE / Lovers Again (Short Ver.)

Back when EXILE had seven members, they had a lot of classic love songs.

Among them, this is the definitive heartbreak song.

The track tells the story of a man who initiated a breakup but, overwhelmed with regret, comes to realize once again how precious his former lover is.

It shows us that heartbreak can take many different forms.

Don’t Look Back in AngerOasis

Oasis – Don’t Look Back In Anger (Official Video)

It’s a classic that everyone knows.

There are many ways to interpret it, but you can also see it as a heartbreak song.

Rock ’n’ rollers should listen to this track, spit out “What’s done is done,” and make a fresh start.