27 Songs to Heal Your Heart After a Breakup: The Ultimate Playlist

Heartbreak. It's a universal experience, and for many, music provides the perfect soundtrack to navigate those turbulent emotions. This isn't just a list of sad songs; it's a curated journey through the spectrum of heartbreak, from raw anguish to defiant empowerment. We've assembled a collection of tracks that capture the complexity of a breakup, offering solace and strength in equal measure. Think powerful vocals that resonate with the intensity of grief, or perhaps a catchy tune that allows for a cathartic dance through the pain. These songs, by artists who have themselves experienced the rollercoaster of love and loss, offer a potent mix of genres, reflecting the multifaceted nature of heartbreak itself. From the soaring vocals of iconic female artists to the raw honesty of contemporary stars, this collection speaks to the enduring power of music to heal and uplift.

This selection isn't just about wallowing in sadness; it's about celebrating the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of music. The artists featured here represent generations of musical excellence, crafting songs that have resonated with listeners for years, proving the timeless quality of heartbreak anthems. Whether you're seeking a cathartic cry or a defiant anthem of self-love, this carefully selected playlist will guide you through the emotional landscape of a breakup, reminding you that you are not alone in this journey. Explore this collection, embrace the emotional rollercoaster, and rediscover your strength through the power of music.

  • Rolling in the Deep
    1

    Rolling in the Deep

    Adele

    2010

    21

  • Someone Like You
    2

    Someone Like You

    Adele

    2011

    21

  • Love Yourself
    3

    Love Yourself

    Justin Bieber

    2015

    Purpose (Deluxe)

  • I Will Always Love You
    4

    I Will Always Love You

    Whitney Houston

    1993

    The Bodyguard - Original Soundtrack Album

  • Don't Speak
    5

    Don't Speak

    No Doubt

    1996

    Tragic Kingdom

  • The One That Got Away
    6

    The One That Got Away

    Katy Perry

    2010

    Teenage Dream

  • Someone You Loved
    7

    Someone You Loved

    Lewis Capaldi

    2019

    Divinely Uninspired To A Hellish Extent

  • We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together
    8

    We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together

    Taylor Swift

    2012

  • We Belong Together
    9

    We Belong Together

    Mariah Carey

    2005

  • It's Time
    10

    It's Time

    Imagine Dragons

    2012

  • Irreplaceable
    11

    Irreplaceable

    Beyoncé

    2006

    B'Day Deluxe Edition

  • Back to December
    12

    Back to December

    Taylor Swift

    2010

  • I'm Still Standing
    13

    I'm Still Standing

    Elton John

    1983

    Too Low For Zero

  • Survivor
    14

    Survivor

    Destiny's Child

    2001

    Survivor

  • Goodbye
    15

    Goodbye

    Nicki Minaj,Willy William,Jason Derulo

    2018

  • Tears Dry on Their Own
    16

    Tears Dry on Their Own

    Amy Winehouse

    2007

  • Stronger
    17

    Stronger

    Britney Spears

    2000

  • Ex-Factor
    18

    Ex-Factor

    Lauryn Hill

    1998

  • Unwritten
    19

    Unwritten

    Natasha Bedingfield

    2004

    Unwritten

  • Since U Been Gone
    20

    Since U Been Gone

    Kelly Clarkson

    2004

    Breakaway

  • I Will Survive
    21

    I Will Survive

    Gloria Gaynor

    1978

    Future Bound

  • You Oughta Know
    22

    You Oughta Know

    Alanis Morissette

    1995

    Jagged Little Pill (2015 Remaster)

  • Close to You
    23

    Close to You

    The Carpenters

    1970

  • Walk on By
    24

    Walk on By

    Dionne Warwick

    1964

    Make Way for Dionne Warwick

  • Shake It Off
    25

    Shake It Off

    Taylor Swift

    2014

    1989

  • Strong Enough
    26

    Strong Enough

    Cher

    1998

    Believe

  • River
    27

    River

    Joni Mitchell

    1971

    Blue