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20 Best Break Up Songs to Empower When You’re Angry or Sad
Life is not a cakewalk. People form and break up as the days go by, and new relationships are formed every day. People play love songs, especially when things are going well. What song do you play when your heart is broken? Even when everything is going smoothly, we all need a good scream every now and then, a good breakup song will surely work the magic, screaming is mostly like therapy; You don’t just cry when you’re sad, and sometimes crying can bring happiness. Try listening to a break-up song from time to time to relieve your emotional state or stress. Here’s a list of 20 break-up songs for those affected.
20 Best Break Up Songs for the Broken Heart
1. “Do not speak” – no doubt
The song by American rock band No Doubt was, according to the group’s lead singer Gwen Stefani, who co-wrote the song with her brother Eric, the original version of the song was more upbeat, but was turned into a sad song when her boyfriend ended their 7-year relationship finished.
2. We drive – Rihanna
The song, released in 2009, is about broken promises and disappointments from someone so dear. But it also takes courage to hold on if you don’t have to give up so easily.
3. Scream Me A River – Justin Timberlake
Cry Me A River was released in 2002 and joins the break-up songs on our list. Famous American singer Justin Timberlake admitted that the song was created after his split from recording artist Britney Spears.
4. 7 Things – Miley Cyrus
Miley Cyrus says she “got mad” while recording the song and decided to give it a heavier sound. Like all other breakup songs, 7 Things From An Ex-Boyfriend was inspired by Miley. In the video, she literally expressed anger and hatred towards whoever was responsible for her emotional turmoil, while also trying to shake it off.
5. Anytime – Brian McKnight
Feeling down and almost out of your groove? McKnight’s song could be the soul medicine you need. “Anytime” was released in 1997 and to date, some fans have admitted that the song can definitely make a grown man cry.
6. How could you – Mario?
Beloved Mario expresses heartache and betrayal in this video. So if you’re in the blue zone, this song is probably for you.
7. I miss you – case
This song reaches the depths of your soul when you terribly miss someone special. For more than a decade, “I Miss You” has been one of those breakup songs that evoke the good old days. Listen.
8. Just an old friend – Kaci Brown
Some fans insist this song was sung by Kaci Battaglia, not Kaci Brown. According to our verification, the song is listed among the songs by Kaci Battaglia released under the album Paradise in 2001. In any case, the title of the song “Just An Old Boyfriend” is recreated to help you handle honey better, because the future is brighter.
9. Release (Breathing) – Nivea
I think Nivea just wants you to let it go so you can breathe properly. Listen to the song and find out how.
10. Barely Breathing – Duncan Sheik
Someone wondered if it was asthma, but not at all. If you’ve ever been heartbroken then you can certainly relate to this song.
11. I Don’t Wanna Try – Frankie J
Another song on our breakup song list is this 2003 soul touching RnB by Frankie J. If you get tired of it and don’t want to try anymore, listen to this song.
12. Before He Cheats – Carrie Underwood
If you’ve ever been cheated on, this has to be one of the best empowerment songs for channeling anger and frustration – but without causing anger. The country song was released in 2005 to relieve the broken hearts.
13. Lost without your love – bread
OH MY GOD! This song can just be therapy to relax the nerves after a sad, stressful day or a breakup. Only people born in the 1970s can recognize songs by the group popularly known as Bread.
14. I’m Going Away – Craig David
Listening to the song might snap you out of your blues and make you feel better about moving away from a sad experience. Enjoy!
15. Me, Me & Me – Beyonce
Trust Beyoncé to take you out of the sad mood and remember you are all you have. The 2003 lyrics deal with infidelity, heartbreak and separation from the things that hurt you the most.
16. We Don’t Love Each Other Anymore – Dru Hill
The song is for all couples who have lost a touch of romance in their relationships. It happens anytime, but a breakup song like this gives a glimpse of how hopeless the relationship can be if you don’t make an effort to reignite the spark. Maybe Sisqó knows the feeling.
17. I should have cheated – Keyshia Cole
For some people, this is the best of all songs unraveling. Released in 2005, Keyshia Cole expresses what it’s like to have your trust knocked down by someone who doesn’t even return the same feeling.
18. The Scientist – Coldplay
The gentle beat of this song will surely make you cry your heart out for the tragic loss of someone. But a good scream is probably what you need to make you feel better.
19. Image to burn – Taylor Swift
Everyone loves Taylor Swift and she still has ways to get through a breakup. If you need an imaginative plan to get revenge on that person who broke your heart, check out how Taylor did it in 2006.
20. How could an angel break my heart – Toni Braxton
Toni Braxton nailed it by asking the Street question: how could he? Imagine him flirting with your best friend. They say passion rocks the world, but love protects it. As the world turns, so do relationships. Bonds, bonds will be broken at any moment. Let this 1990s song ease your sadness.
