Valentine’s Day is the holiday of love, but not everyone is in the relationship they want to be in. For those of you who are going through a break-up, this holiday can be downright torture. All you see are happy couples everywhere you turn, and it feels like the entire world is celebrating something that you’re not a part of.
But there is a silver lining – music. Songs can be some of the best friends you have during a break-up. They can make you feel understood, comforted, and most importantly, not alone. So if you’re feeling lonely this Valentine’s Day, put on one of these 40 best breakup songs and let the healing begin.
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