Regardless of whether your break up was mutual and friendly or downright bad, it can still leave you feeling a little empty. Sometimes the right music can help snap you out of this funk. So, here are the top ten classics that will most definitely get you back on the horse, so to speak.
1. I Will Survive - Gloria Gaynor
This song has been empowering those who have been dumped since 1978. More recently it has bee recorded by Cake, Robbie Williams, and R.E.M. It is an uplifting song about how to take your life back after a break up. A true classic.
2. These Boots are Made for Walking - Nancy Sinatra
Originally released in 1966. This timeless tune has also been rerecorded by the likes of heavy metal band, Megadeath as well as Lil Kim and Jessica Simpson. This is an inspirational tune about how to move on and “walk” right over an ex.
3. Through With You - Maroon 5
The Los Angeles band released this ultimate break up song in 2002. This is an incredible tune about how to tell your lover that you’re finished.
4. Not Gon’ Cry - Mary J. Blige
This soulful ballad was originally released in 1996 on the “Waiting to Exhale” movie soundtrack. It was later sampled in The Game’s 2004 hit “Don’t Need Your Love.”
5. Pieces - Sum 41
This 2004 hit single is about someone trying to be something that he/she isn’t and realizing the you are “better off on your own”.
6. What It Takes - Aerosmith
The 1990 hit is a great break up song. It is about someone trying to get over a past relationship and struggling to do so.
7. 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover - Paul Simon
This 1975 hit from the “Still Crazy After All These Years” album is a true break up song. As the tile suggests, it is about a man looking for an out in his relationship.
8. (Oops) Hit ‘Em Up Style - Blu Cantrell
This inspiring tune about the revenge of a scorned woman was released in 2001. It suggests that if you can’t hurt your partner emotionally, hitting his/her wallet is equally effective.
9. Unbreak My Heart - Toni Braxton
Although the 1996 singles from her “Secrets” album isn’t cheerful in anyway, the soothing ballad and rich vocals can be just as comforting.
10. Don’t Go Away Mad (Just Go Away) - Motley Crue
This 1989 song from the “Dr. Feelgood” album may not make be your standard cheer me up song, but it has a catchy rhythm and a break up theme that you can at least for about 4 minutes and 40 seconds fee a little better about being you.
Thought about breakup songs
There are literally thousands of songs out there that are written specifically for break ups. This may not be comforting to know right now, but that means that you’re not the only one getting dumped. So, keep your chin up and your iPod on. You’ll feel better soon.
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