Recommendation of Sad Songs for Heartbroken, for Self-Soothing when Sad

Kapanlagi.com - Upbeat music can inspire listeners with a fiery spirit. Similarly, slow songs can bring a sad and worried atmosphere to those who listen to them. However, do not underestimate them, because melancholic songs do not always imply sadness alone.

Sometimes, they can calm strong emotions and bring tranquility. The lyrics in those songs can also be a means to express deep feelings.

1. Photograph – Ed Sheeran

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Loving can hurt, loving can hurt sometimes
But it's the only thing that I know
When it gets hard, you know it can get hard sometimes
It is the only thing that makes us feel alive

With lyrics that visually depict, this song explores the theme of long-distance relationships or LDR. The song was inspired by Ed Sheeran's personal experience of being far away from his partner while on tour.

2. You Are The Reason - Calum Scott

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I'd climb every mountain
And swim every ocean
Just to be with you
And fix what I've broken
Oh, cause I need you to see
That you are the reason

This song tells the story of a man fighting with the destruction in his relationship. He hopes to turn back time and be with his partner again, but it's too late for everything.

3. All of Me - John Legend

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Cause all of me love all of you
Love your curves and all your edges
All your perfect imperfections
Give your all to me, I'll give my all to you
You're my end and my beginning
Even when I lose, I'm winning
Cause I give you all of me
And you give me all of you, oh

This song expresses the awareness that every relationship may face challenges. However, by accepting and giving everything to each other, couples can overcome any obstacles.

4. Call Out My Name - The Weeknd

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I put you on top, I put you on top
I claimed you so proud and openly
And when times were rough, when times were rough
I made sure I held you close to me

This song tells the story of someone's effort to make their partner happy, even though the partner returns to their ex. Despite that, they almost sacrificed most of their life for the happiness of their lover.

5. Before You Go - Lewis Capaldi

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So, before you go
Was there something I could've said
To make your heart beat better?
If only I'd have known you had a storm to weather

This song expresses the importance of saying goodbye properly when parting, so that we don't repeat the same mistakes in the future.

6. Let Her Go - Passenger

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You see her when you close your eyes
Maybe one day, you'll understand why
Everything you touch surely dies

This song tells the story of a man who chooses to let his lover go because he feels incapable of giving true love wholeheartedly.

7. If You're Not The One - Daniel Baddingfield

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If you're not the one then why does my soul feel glad today?
If you're not the one then why does my hand fit yours this way?
If you are not mine then why does your heart return my call?
If you are not mine would I have the strength to stand at all?

The song sung by Daniel Beddingfield tells the story of someone who finds it difficult to accept the reality that the person they love cannot be with them.

8. Here's Your Perfect - Jamie Miller

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I'm the first to say that I'm not perfect
And you're the first to say you want the best thing
But now I know a perfect way to let you go
Give my last hello, hope it's worth it
Here's your perfect

This currently popular TikTok song tells the story that if someone's destiny is not to be with us, it's okay to let them go. Although it may feel painful, their departure can actually help us grow and become more mature.

9. Who - Lauv ft. BTS

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Who are you?
'Cause you're not the girl I fell in love with, baby
Who are you?
'Cause something has changed, you're not the same, I hate it

This song tells about heartbreak and acceptance, where the singer realizes that the person they love has changed.

10. I'll Always Remember You - Miley Cyrus

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But yesterday's gone
We gotta keep moving on
I'm so thankful for the moments
So glad I got to know you

This song is about a very difficult farewell to get through. However, we have to move on. We can remember it as a memory, but we must not get trapped in it.

11. Netizens Also Search for:

What is the Effect of Listening to Sad Songs?
Someone who feels that sad songs can reflect their feelings may feel comfortable with their sadness if they continue to listen to them.

Why Are There So Many Heartbroken Songs in Indonesia?
In a culture that prioritizes politeness and self-control, heartbroken songs become a way to release pent-up emotions.

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