24 Best Songs to Help You Move On: The Ultimate Breakup Playlist

Updated at: 20/03/2025

Moving on from a difficult experience can be challenging, but music often provides the perfect soundtrack for navigating those complex emotions. This curated list explores the power of music to help us heal and find strength in vulnerability. It delves into a collection of songs that capture the spectrum of heartbreak, resilience, and ultimately, self-discovery—a journey many artists have masterfully portrayed in their work. From anthems of empowerment that celebrate newfound independence to ballads that embrace the bittersweet ache of letting go, these tracks offer a comforting and cathartic experience, proving the enduring ability of music to connect us all through shared feelings. We hope this selection, filled with unforgettable melodies and honest lyrics, provides a meaningful listening experience for anyone seeking solace and strength during a time of transition.

This compilation isn't simply a playlist; it's a testament to the transformative power of music and the universal human experience of loss and renewal. Many iconic artists have explored these themes throughout their careers, crafting songs that resonate deeply with listeners across generations. Think about the raw emotion conveyed in powerful vocals, the soaring melodies that provide both release and hope, and the cleverly crafted lyrics that provide the perfect words for unspoken feelings. By listening through this carefully chosen collection, you’ll discover the diverse ways these emotions can be expressed and ultimately, find strength in embracing your own journey of moving forward. The range of styles and emotional depth makes this list a rewarding experience for any music lover.

  • New Rules
    1

    New Rules

    Dua Lipa

    2017

    Dua Lipa (Deluxe)

  • Rolling in the Deep
    2

    Rolling in the Deep

    Adele

    2010

    21

  • Someone Like You
    3

    Someone Like You

    Adele

    2011

    21

  • I Will Always Love You
    4

    I Will Always Love You

    Whitney Houston

    1993

    The Bodyguard - Original Soundtrack Album

  • no tears left to cry
    5

    no tears left to cry

    Ariana Grande

    2018

    Sweetener

  • Wide Awake
    6

    Wide Awake

    Katy Perry

    2012

    Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection

  • thank u, next
    7

    thank u, next

    Ariana Grande

    2018

    thank u, next

  • Un-break My Heart
    8

    Un-break My Heart

    Toni Braxton

    1996

  • Irreplaceable
    9

    Irreplaceable

    Beyoncé

    2006

    B'Day Deluxe Edition

  • Cry Me a River
    10

    Cry Me a River

    Justin Timberlake

    2002

    Justified

  • Stronger
    11

    Stronger

    Kelly Clarkson

    2011

    Stronger (Deluxe Version)

  • So What
    12

    So What

    P!nk

    2008

    Funhouse (Expanded Edition)

  • Big Girls Don't Cry
    13

    Big Girls Don't Cry

    Fergie

    2007

  • Better In Time
    14

    Better In Time

    Leona Lewis

    2008

  • Survivor
    15

    Survivor

    Destiny's Child

    2001

    Survivor

  • Before He Cheats
    16

    Before He Cheats

    Carrie Underwood

    2006

    Some Hearts

  • Tears Dry on Their Own
    17

    Tears Dry on Their Own

    Amy Winehouse

    2007

  • Stronger
    18

    Stronger

    Britney Spears

    2000

  • Since U Been Gone
    19

    Since U Been Gone

    Kelly Clarkson

    2004

    Breakaway

  • Let Me Go
    20

    Let Me Go

    Alesso,Hailee Steinfeld

    2024

  • I Will Survive
    21

    I Will Survive

    Gloria Gaynor

    1978

    Future Bound

  • Don't Think Twice, It's All Right
    22

    Don't Think Twice, It's All Right

    Bob Dylan

    1963

    The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan

  • Shake It Off
    23

    Shake It Off

    Taylor Swift

    2014

    1989

  • Someday You Will Be Loved
    24

    Someday You Will Be Loved

    Death Cab for Cutie

    2005