Going through a breakup can be tough on anybody. The time you spent with your now-ex and the memories you created together is all for naught the moment you go your separate ways. But don’t bottle your feelings up – you should express all your emotions before you can move on. And the best way to do that is through music. So we’ve prepared the ideal breakup playlist for you to listen to while grieving over your lost love.
Glimpse Of Us – Joji
No better way to start a sad breakup song than with Joji’s heartbreaking “Glimpse Of Us” – literal waterworks the moment the sound of the piano starts.
happier – Olivia Rodrigo
The song for you to lie down and cry to your heart’s content to, while reminiscing about all the happiest moments you had with your ex.
Why Don’t You Stay – Jeff Satur
Jeff Satur: Take me inside, and let me live in your mind…
Us: *bawling*
The Truth Untold – BTS
This song will make you want your ex back – but you know, deep down, that it’ll never happen.
Downpour – IOI
The moment Downpour plays, just cry. The melody, the voices and the rain effect will make your crying session the best you’ve ever had.
12:45 – Etham
Everyone needs their space, especially during a breakup, and this song cannot be anymore relatable.
Take A Bow – Rihanna
There’s no denying that our badgal RiRi has some good songs – and this tune is a good start for when you’re ready to move on.
2 soon – keshi
keshi’s line in 2 soon, “But I miss you, what did I do?, Fuck it up, laugh it off and I lost you” shows how fragile relationships can be.
Wish I Was Better – Kina, yaeow
This song will make you think of all the mistakes you made in your relationship, wishing you’d done better.
I’m Just A Ghost – yaeow
Breaking up means you’re going to be alone – a ghost, just floating around.
Pulang – Insomniacks
Yearning for your ex during a breakup is normal, and this song will make you yearn for them even more.
First Love / Late Spring – Mitski
If you’re still up at 2AM, then Mitski will make sure you cry yourself to sleep.
Moon Song – Pheobe Bridgers
Guitar strums, angelic voice and sad lyrics – the best concoction for a good breakup song.
ocean eyes – Billie Eilish
Ocean Eyes is one of those songs that makes you lie down and silently cry, with your tears flowing as steadily as the memories of your doomed relationship.
i love you – Billie Eilish
Scream “i love you” so many times with this song until you cannot say it anymore – and you’re ready to move forward with your life.
The Other Side – Conan Gray
Conan Gray is the boy version of Taylor Swift, so you know you’re gonna get a good solid cry from his songs, especially The Other Side.
Jigsaw – Conan Gray
Conan Gray’s Jigsaw will make you appreciate how you are, and not let you think twice about changing yourself for anybody.
Broken – Isak Danielson
The perfect song to cry to if you’re going through a bad breakup and are afraid of what the future holds for you.
All Too Well (10-Minute Version) – Taylor Swift
Finish the playlist off with Taylor Swift’s “All Too Well” – the best breakup song there is. It’ll also uplift you and help you move forward and forget your ex.
Listen to Lipstiq’s Breakup Playlist on Spotify HERE!
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