Best Songs to Help You Get Over a Breakup 🎵🎶
"Call Out My Name,” The Weeknd
When The Weeknd dropped an EP My Dear Melancholy in March 2018, he had not one but two breakups to pour out into his dark, moody R&B. On “Call Out My Name,” his raw heartbreak comes through loud and clear. “I almost cut a piece of myself for your life / Guess I was just another pit stop.” At least we can commiserate with The Weeknd, who’s going through it right alongside the rest of us.
“Let Her Go,” Passenger
Passenger has a sweet, light touch on “Let Her Go” that will be soothing to anyone mourning a relationship’s end. “‘Cause you only need the light when it’s burning low / Only miss the sun when it starts to snow / Only know you love her when you let her go,” he sings. Yes: we always want what we can’t have. That bittersweet truth is something we just have to sit with.
“Stay With Me,” Sam Smith
After a breakup, it might not be a bad idea to just play both of Sam Smith‘s albums on back-to-back repeat for a few days — if your heart can handle it. That’s what the British crooner is best at: tapping into that emotional ache and wringing every bit of beautiful sound out of it. When you’re still in the thick of the regret stage, turn to “Stay With Me” to say in song everything you want to say out loud. The melody is so pretty that humming along might help you feel just a little better.
“Happier,” Ed Sheeran
Turn to Ed Sheeran for that moment when you know your lover has moved on. And it’s a good thing. And yet. “Ain’t nobody hurt you like I hurt you / but ain’t nobody need you like I do,” he reflects on this down-tempo ballad. It’s a moment of resigning yourself to fate, but also accepting that feelings remain."
Breakups can be incredibly challenging, and music often serves as a powerful outlet during this emotional time. Research shows that listening to certain songs can provide comfort and help in processing grief. Artists like The Weeknd express raw emotions that resonate deeply, particularly on tracks like 'Call Out My Name,' which captures the essence of feeling lost after love. Similarly, Passenger's 'Let Her Go' elegantly encapsulates the bittersweet realization of loss, making it a favorite among those healing from a breakup. Sam Smith's haunting lyrics in 'Stay With Me' offer a poignant reminder of longing, while Ed Sheeran's 'Happier' touches on acceptance and moving on. Collectively, these songs not only allow listeners to reflect on their relationships but also foster a sense of connection and understanding. Curating a playlist of breakup anthems can significantly enhance the healing process, allowing individuals to embrace their emotions. Whether feeling sad, nostalgic, or empowered, these tunes provide the perfect backdrop for introspection and healing.