Breakups are the worst. Almost everyone has gone through one. After a very bad breakup people tend to go into “trainwreck” mode. We binge on Netflix, Chipotle, and Buzzfeed. We are cranky around friends, and just can’t stop bringing up the person who broke our heart. Most people don’t know how to express that negative energy they have stored in them. However, music is one of the best outlets for bad breakups. Singing at the top of your lungs can be just what you need to mend that broken heart. There are plenty of breakup songs, but here are the top 7 to get you through the heart ache.
7. “Cry Me A River” – Justin Timberlake
“Girl I refuse, you must have me confused with some other guy”. OH SNAP JT! When Justin released this back in 2002, it had the whole world singing along. The song was about a certain blonde pop icon (who will be featured later on this list) who ”apparently” cheated on Mr. Sexyback. The music video also featured a look-alike of that certain blonde pop star as well. Lesson learned? If someone cheats on you? Tell them to “cry me a river”.
6. “We Are Never Getting Back Together” – Taylor Swift
I think the title is pretty self-explanatory. Taylor released this power smash hit back in 2012, and gave everyone the courage to tell their ex, “We are never getting back together…Like ever”. The powerful chorus shot this song right to #1 on the charts. The song was about her ex, Jake Gyllenhaal, who apparently thought “Indie records were much cooler” than Taylor’s. The anthem is the perfect song to scream in the shower and get over your ex.
5. “Irreplaceable” – Beyoncé
“To the left, to the left” (YAAASSS QUEEN B). This iconic line was the main staple on Beyoncé’s 2006 hit “Irreplaceable”. The song talks about a guy doing the Queen wrong, and she simply tells him she is “Irreplaceable”. Yes, listen to Beyoncé, you are “irreplaceable”.
4. “So Yesterday” – Hilary DuffThis Disney queen gave us a perfect bop in the form of “So Yesterday”. The pop song was released in 2003, and became an instant hit for Hilary. In the single, Hilary sings lines like “I’m just a bird, that’s already flown away” and “Haven’t you heard I’m going to be ok?” The sass of the song should give anyone the confidence to say, “you’re so yesterday”. So put your Lizzie McGuire shirt on and sing it out!
3. “Stronger” – Britney Spears
Ms. Britney Spears has had her fair share of breakups (including getting cheated on last week). So, it’s only fitting to include her on this countdown. This 2000 hit had everyone singing, “I’m stronger then yesterday”, in the rain (yes, points if you know what I am talking about). The song was spunky, sassy, and was sheer perfection. Boys don’t mess with Britney because “it’s Britney B**tch!”.
2. “Wrecking Ball” – Miley Cyrus
Have you ever just wanted to get on a giant wrecking ball and cry? Well, Miley did it and got over her breakup by doing so. The 2013 song and video caused tons of controversy, but the song does have deep meaning. With lyrics like “don’t you ever say I just walked away” and “I came in like a wrecking ball, I never fell so hard in love”, Ms. Montana really gets to your heart strings. Most breakup songs make you scream and dance around the house. However, this one lets you know, it’s okay to have a good cry. So let it out, you were done wrong. (However, maybe keep your clothes on if you’re looking for a wrecking ball).
*Drumroll for #1*
1.”Since U Been Gone”– Kelly Clarkson
The song has become “the breakup song” of our time. Everyone knows it, and everyone loves it. Kelly released this power tune back in 2005, and it instantly became a classic. The sheer sass of the single will help you get over your ex. “Since you been gone, I can breathe for the first time. I’m so moving on”. Yes, you are so moving on, because well, Kelly said you were. When it comes to breakup songs, nothing will ever come close to this. It takes ”bad b**tch” to a whole different level. If you’re ever feeling sad about that loser, turn this on and just rock out.
Well, there you have it. The 7 most fabulous breakup songs. You can either tell that cheater to “cry you a river” or that liar that he’s “irreplaceable”. So, turn off he Netflix, put away the Nutella, grab your headphones, and jam out like no one is watching.