28 Best Songs About Loneliness: A Heartfelt Playlist

Updated at: 03/04/2025

The ache of solitude, the yearning for connection—these are universal human experiences that have fueled countless works of art, including some of the most enduring songs ever written. This list isn't just a ranking; it's a journey through the emotional landscape of loneliness, exploring how different artists have captured its nuances with breathtaking musicality. From powerhouse vocals that convey heartbreak with raw intensity, to introspective melodies that perfectly mirror the quiet desperation of isolation, these songs represent a powerful testament to the human spirit's capacity for both pain and resilience. We've curated a selection that transcends genre boundaries, showcasing the timeless appeal of songs that have resonated with millions across generations.

Whether you're experiencing a moment of solitude or simply want to connect with the profound emotions expressed in exceptional songwriting, this exploration promises a rewarding listening experience. Prepare to be moved by the soaring highs and poignant lows of artists who have masterfully channeled the complex emotions of loneliness into unforgettable soundscapes. This collection is a celebration of the power of music to comfort, to validate, and ultimately, to connect us all through shared human experience. The journey through these songs will leave you contemplating the beauty and vulnerability inherent in the human condition.

  • Someone Like You
    1

    Someone Like You

    Adele

    2011

    21

  • I Will Always Love You
    2

    I Will Always Love You

    Whitney Houston

    1993

    The Bodyguard - Original Soundtrack Album

  • Lonely
    3

    Lonely

    Akon

    2005

  • Creep
    4

    Creep

    Radiohead

    1992

    Pablo Honey

  • Someone You Loved
    5

    Someone You Loved

    Lewis Capaldi

    2019

    Divinely Uninspired To A Hellish Extent

  • Un-break My Heart
    6

    Un-break My Heart

    Toni Braxton

    1996

  • Scared to Be Lonely
    7

    Scared to Be Lonely

    Dua Lipa,Martin Garrix

    2017

    Bangerz (Deluxe Version)

  • Back to December
    8

    Back to December

    Taylor Swift

    2010

  • Wish You Were Here
    9

    Wish You Were Here

    Pink Floyd

    1975

    Wish You Were Here

  • Lucky
    10

    Lucky

    Britney Spears

    2000

  • The Sound of Silence
    11

    The Sound of Silence

    Simon , Garfunkel

    1964

  • Here I Go Again
    12

    Here I Go Again

    Whitesnake

    1982

  • Space Oddity
    13

    Space Oddity

    David Bowie

    1969

    David Bowie (aka Space Oddity) [2015 Remaster]

  • Message In A Bottle
    14

    Message In A Bottle

    The Police

    1979

    Reggatta De Blanc (Remastered 2003)

  • Pictures Of You
    15

    Pictures Of You

    The Cure

    1989

    Disintegration (Deluxe Edition)

  • You'll Never Walk Alone
    16

    You'll Never Walk Alone

    Gerry and the Pacemakers

    1963

  • Eleanor Rigby
    17

    Eleanor Rigby

    The Beatles

    1966

    Revolver (Remastered)

  • Tired Of Being Alone
    18

    Tired Of Being Alone

    AI Green

    2014

  • So Lonely
    19

    So Lonely

    The Police

    1978

    Outlandos D'Amour (Remastered 2003)

  • Nowhere Man
    20

    Nowhere Man

    The Beatles

    1965

  • I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry
    21

    I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry

    Hank Williams

    1949

  • All By Myself
    22

    All By Myself

    Eric Carmen

    1975

  • Only The Lonely
    23

    Only The Lonely

    The Motels

    1982

  • Fool on the Hill
    24

    Fool on the Hill

    The Beatles

    1967

  • Lonely Girl
    25

    Lonely Girl

    Eddie Holman

    1970

  • So Far Away
    26

    So Far Away

    Carole King

    1971

  • Only Love Can Break Your Heart
    27

    Only Love Can Break Your Heart

    Neil Young

    1970

    After the Gold Rush (2009 Remaster)

  • One
    28

    One

    Three Dog Night

    1969