Honestly I gotta say Already Gone by Kelly Clarkson is one of them. It may not be empowering but it does help me make peace with a fallout I had with an old friend. It’s empowering in a more peaceful kind of way.
I've never been in a relationship, but "Survivor", "So What", and "Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)" are my go-to songs for whenever I've had a rough time and need to feel better about myself.
One thing I love about Kelly Clarkson’s Stronger is that’s also adopted by many groups, survivors of trauma & abuse to survivors of cancer as their anthem
I've never been through a romantic break up but I love a break up song. 'Stronger' by Britney Spears, 'You Oughta Know' by Alanis Morissette and 'Tears Dry On Their Own' by Amy Winehouse are some of my personal favourites.
i think the only reason "you oughta know" wasn't on this list is because the lyrics aren't super positive, but who says empowering has to equal positivity? i think "every time i scratch my nails down someone else's back i hope you feel it" is incredibly empowering!
I've never had a romantic relationship, but I had an abusive family member. Many break-up songs helped me through the rough time of deciding to go no contact and rebuilding my self-esteem after they broke it.
"Dance the night away" by The Mavericks is a great break-up song. The singer is over his relationship and just wants to have fun by going dancing 'with senoritas who can sway'. The only message to his ex that he wants to pass on is that he is doing well without her. Such a catchy song that has a rhythm that encourages you to get up and dance.
Good list. Also, off the top of my head: Billie Eilish - Happier Than Ever Kelly Clarkson - Never Again Lily Allen - Not Big Emmalyn - Bigger Than You Angie Aparo - Third Time Around Sabrina Carpenter - Looking at Me The Saturdays - Ego Kelly Clarkson - Tip of My Tongue
I love Shakira’s new track. I don’t always believe in putting out dirty laundry to the world, but the fact she’s bringing Gerard Pique and his side chick down to the ground, it’s deliciously savage!!
Shakira's directness is still probably the most savage up to date. Most of these songs give cryptic messages, Shakira says "Hell naw. Let me get straight to the point you ahole"
I know I'm gonna get blistered for this, but I like "Want You Gone" as a good breakup song, IMO. I like the line "I used to want you dead but now I only want you gone."
1. You Were Mine by Tami Neilson 2. Before He Cheats by Carrie Underwood 3. Fighter by Christina Aguilera 4. T-Shirt by Runaway June 5. Friday I’ll Be Over U by Allison Iraheta 6. Really Don’t Care by Demi Lovato ft. Cher Lloyd 7. Missed by Ella Henderson 8. Pray for You by Jaron and the Long Road to Love 9. Praying by Kesha 10. Giddy On Up by Laura Bell Bundy
@@swizzwizz12 they may sound similar but there is plenty of other songs with similar chorus structures including in Taylor Swifts we are never ever getting back together which is most likely where Olivia Rodrigo got the idea for good for you given that Olivia Rodrigo has said many times that she likes Taylors music and was influenced by it
I love Kelly Clarkson’s songs. Since You Been Gone and Stronger are great songs to say “so long and good riddance” to although personally I also find comfort in Already Gone in these situations. It really helped me make peace with ending a toxic friendship. It may not be empowering but it does help with the acceptance part of the grief.
My top 3, are definetly 1. Flowers 2. Part of Me 3 Truth hurts oh and a solid fourth: 4. Its a Beautiful Day (Michael Bublé) I definetly prefer a "fuck you I'm better" breakup song..
…with decisive lyrics like “I packed your things and left ‘em in the hallway and my telephone number has been changed. Pawned your ring and used the cash to celebrate of being alone, so get that in your brain,” the way it cuts with such cool eloquence, got to be PADLOCK by the late Ms Gwen Guthrie
My favorites from this list: Britney Spears (1998) - "Baby One More Time" Destiny's Child (2001) - "Survivor" Beyonce (2006) - "Irreplaceable" Gloria Gaynor (1978) - "I Will Survive"
"baby one more time" wasn't on this list, that sniveling whimpering plea for more abuse is hardly an empowering breakup song. it was just included because the actual song on the list, "stronger," referenced it (by rejecting its premise).
My honorable mention is Moving On Up by M People This song talks about how a man wronged their lover (possibly M People) and she how immediately moved on and left the man. With the lyrics "Moving on up, you're moving on out." and "Time to break free, nothing can stop me!" It's very empowering for heartbroken women.
I never looked at Fighter as some breakup song. Whenever I see/hear it being used, it’s used for female led action movies, especially in a movie’s marketing, or it’s being used for female sports/sporting events, especially something like the Olympics.
Gloria Gaynor Nr1 just PERFECT !!! I love Withney Houston "it's Not Right But It's Okay - but the Thunderpuss Mix" !! I love Kelly Clarkson since ever all her songs !!!! I would also mention Toni Braxton "Un-break my heart" - Just shocked it was not an honorable mention !!! Robbie Williams No Regrets ( I looooooooove this song) ‘Torn’ by Natalie Imbruglia Gotye 'Somebody That I Used to Know’ No Doubt "Don't Speak" Cheryl Cole " One Thousand" ‘Cry Me a River’ Justin Timberlake ‘Back to Black’ by Amy Winehouse Cher "Strong Enough" ‘You Oughta Know’ by Alanis Morissette ‘Teardrops’ by Womack & Womack ‘Nothing Compares 2 U’ by Sinead O’Connor ‘Wrecking Ball’ by Miley Cyrus
Ariana Grande’s Thank U Next I surely thought would be a part of the list. It was on the radio for months following its release. I’m not a huge huge fan, but it’s one of my favorite songs.
This list reminded me that Britney Spears has just as much talent and work ethic as Beyoncé. If she hadn’t been drugged and manipulated by her dad and family, her star could have shined brighter… 😢
Great picks, but no country? The power women of country music have done some amazing break up songs. Miranda Lambert, Jennifer Nettles, Reba, and many more have amazing 'gonna get over you' songs. Miley and Kelly are kind of country, but there are so many more.
Yes, "I Will Survive" may be the best breakup song ever, but in my opinion, it's "Lose You to Love Me". Its lyrics are empowering. That's all I can say about it. :)
For me it'd be: Stronger (by Britney Spears) Fighter (By Christina Aguilera) That's What I Call Crazy (By Lucy Hale) Be Our Gust (Beauty & The Beast) (Empowers you that you're not alone here) Another Good Day (By Raleigh Keegan) So Yesterday ( By Hilary Duff) Goodbye Gone (By Lucy Hale) Let It Go (By Frozen Cast)
empowering for sure on any of them combined but thank you next ari grande or any by tay swift definitely or at least dark horse 7 things early miley potential breakup song aly and aj also very catchy as well
My heart ain't that broken by Leslie Clio. Natalia Jimenez - Quedate con ella. Shania Twain - Nah. Train - 50 ways to say goodbye. Ha*Ash - De donde sacas eso. Luis Fondi - Corazon en la maleta.
i had "i will survive" engraved on the inside of my class ring senior year because of a heartbreak. i feel like if there's any words to carry you through life, it's those.
Honorable mentions: "You're so Vain" by Carly Simon; "I Guess it Doesn't Matter Anymore" by Buddy Holly. Winner: "I Used to Love Her (But I Had to Kill Her) by Guns N' Roses. Most Depressing: "Nobody Home" by Pink Floyd.
I have never broken up with a lover. I had breakups with guys I dated but never was in love. I fell in love and I'm still with my Bunny 17 years later.
Which tune makes YOUR post-breakup empowerment playlist? Let us know in the comments!
Robbie Williams - No regrets ... especially the last words of the song, goosebumps
Relationships are more than romantic
I'm a fan of 2/10 Would Not Recommend by Rebecca Levy
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Honestly I gotta say Already Gone by Kelly Clarkson is one of them. It may not be empowering but it does help me make peace with a fallout I had with an old friend. It’s empowering in a more peaceful kind of way.
Yes, "I Will Survive" is THE quintessential break up anthem, Gloria Gaynor is a goddess!
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I've never been in a relationship, but "Survivor", "So What", and "Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)" are my go-to songs for whenever I've had a rough time and need to feel better about myself.
One thing I love about Kelly Clarkson’s Stronger is that’s also adopted by many groups, survivors of trauma & abuse to survivors of cancer as their anthem
"Potential Break Up Song" might be one of my jams, and takes me back to my childhood!
"Get Out and Stay Out", from "9 to 5 the Musical".
"You're So Vain", Carly Simon
" You Outta Know", Alanis Morissette
"Someday", Mariah Carey
I would have listed We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together at least as an honorable mention, but agree with this list overall
Honestly so many of Taylor’s songs could be on this list
that song is overplayed
@@aliceramdom.s its overplayed because its a good song
I've never been through a romantic break up but I love a break up song. 'Stronger' by Britney Spears, 'You Oughta Know' by Alanis Morissette and 'Tears Dry On Their Own' by Amy Winehouse are some of my personal favourites.
i think the only reason "you oughta know" wasn't on this list is because the lyrics aren't super positive, but who says empowering has to equal positivity? i think "every time i scratch my nails down someone else's back i hope you feel it" is incredibly empowering!
I've never had a romantic relationship, but I had an abusive family member. Many break-up songs helped me through the rough time of deciding to go no contact and rebuilding my self-esteem after they broke it.
"Dance the night away" by The Mavericks is a great break-up song. The singer is over his relationship and just wants to have fun by going dancing 'with senoritas who can sway'. The only message to his ex that he wants to pass on is that he is doing well without her. Such a catchy song that has a rhythm that encourages you to get up and dance.
Only The First Wives Club pops into my head whenever I hear the song’You Don’t Own Me’ so many memories of that movie.
One of the best movies ever!
Came here to say the same!! Love that movie!!
i love that movie always
Same...that was how I knew that song
it was my mother's favorite movie when I was younger and I never understood why until I became an adult
Good list.
Also, off the top of my head:
Billie Eilish - Happier Than Ever
Kelly Clarkson - Never Again
Lily Allen - Not Big
Emmalyn - Bigger Than You
Angie Aparo - Third Time Around
Sabrina Carpenter - Looking at Me
The Saturdays - Ego
Kelly Clarkson - Tip of My Tongue
"I Will Survive" is awesome! ♥
I also like Ashley Tisdale's It's Alright, It's OK, I think that song fits the topic ^^
Irreplaceable was the first r&b song I ever heard and liked. Loved it.
I'm surprised Fighter isn't on here, because that's one of the first songs to pop into my mind when I think of empowering breakup anthems
It’s the number 1 for top 10 girl power songs
Some extras: Hair(Little Mix), Before he cheats(Carrie Underwood), Turn on the radio (Reba McEntire), ANY TAYLOR SWIFT REVENGE SONG EVER!
Other mentions (maybe do "Another Top 10" for this?): Cee-Lo Green "F You", Ariana Grande "Thank U Next" and Adele "Rumour Has It"
I love Shakira’s new track. I don’t always believe in putting out dirty laundry to the world, but the fact she’s bringing Gerard Pique and his side chick down to the ground, it’s deliciously savage!!
Yeah I'd at least expect it to be an honourable mention
right
Yeah,but Pique was never discreet with his lover, so why should she keep quiet about how she feels? I agree
Shakira's directness is still probably the most savage up to date. Most of these songs give cryptic messages, Shakira says "Hell naw. Let me get straight to the point you ahole"
"Survivor" by Destiny's Child in 2001 and "I Will Survive" by Gloria Gaynor in 1978 both had to go that hard.
"F**k it, I don't want you back" by Eamon will always be my favourite breakup song.
I know I'm gonna get blistered for this, but I like "Want You Gone" as a good breakup song, IMO. I like the line "I used to want you dead but now I only want you gone."
Britney Spears's “Stronger,” Destiny’s Child's “Survivor,” Beyoncé “Irreplaceable,” Kelly Clarkson's “Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You),” Whitney Houston's “It’s Not Right, But It’s Okay,” *NSYNC “Bye Bye Bye” btw really?, and Gloria Gaynor “I Will Survive” are my go-to songs to listen
No. 1 is CORRECT! Also, you forgot Strong Enough by Cher
1. You Were Mine by Tami Neilson
2. Before He Cheats by Carrie Underwood
3. Fighter by Christina Aguilera
4. T-Shirt by Runaway June
5. Friday I’ll Be Over U by Allison Iraheta
6. Really Don’t Care by Demi Lovato ft. Cher Lloyd
7. Missed by Ella Henderson
8. Pray for You by Jaron and the Long Road to Love
9. Praying by Kesha
10. Giddy On Up by Laura Bell Bundy
An obscure track, but Salt In My Tears by Martin Briley got me through a breakup in high school in the mid 80’s
Whitney's and Demi's songs should have definitely been in the top 10.
SURVIVOR is still my #1!
Good 4 U by Olivia Rodrigo and You Should Be Sad by Halsey are great examples that should be on this list for sure, they are both empowering!
I love Olivia Rodrigo but good 4 u is a rip off of misery business
@@swizzwizz12 they may sound similar but there is plenty of other songs with similar chorus structures including in Taylor Swifts we are never ever getting back together which is most likely where Olivia Rodrigo got the idea for good for you given that Olivia Rodrigo has said many times that she likes Taylors music and was influenced by it
Robbie Williams - No regrets ... especially the last words of the song, goosebumps
I love Kelly Clarkson’s songs. Since You Been Gone and Stronger are great songs to say “so long and good riddance” to although personally I also find comfort in Already Gone in these situations. It really helped me make peace with ending a toxic friendship. It may not be empowering but it does help with the acceptance part of the grief.
I'm old (52) and I don't know most of these songs but I will survive is a favorite of mine and totally deserves #1
mine too
My top 3, are definetly
1. Flowers
2. Part of Me
3 Truth hurts
oh and a solid fourth:
4. Its a Beautiful Day (Michael Bublé)
I definetly prefer a "fuck you I'm better" breakup song..
It’s a Beautiful Day >>>>>
…with decisive lyrics like “I packed your things and left ‘em in the hallway and my telephone number has been changed. Pawned your ring and used the cash to celebrate of being alone, so get that in your brain,” the way it cuts with such cool eloquence, got to be PADLOCK by the late Ms Gwen Guthrie
I gotta give it to Aaliyah "The One I Gave My Heart To" and "I Refuse"
My favorites from this list:
Britney Spears (1998) - "Baby One More Time"
Destiny's Child (2001) - "Survivor"
Beyonce (2006) - "Irreplaceable"
Gloria Gaynor (1978) - "I Will Survive"
"baby one more time" wasn't on this list, that sniveling whimpering plea for more abuse is hardly an empowering breakup song. it was just included because the actual song on the list, "stronger," referenced it (by rejecting its premise).
I had such a fun time with this one!! Loved the moves and love the weeknd! Thank you Jo!!!!!!
These songs also makes people feel better about their breakups😌💔
Rolling in the deep - ADELE would be top 3 for me
My honorable mention is Moving On Up by M People
This song talks about how a man wronged their lover (possibly M People) and she how immediately moved on and left the man. With the lyrics "Moving on up, you're moving on out." and "Time to break free, nothing can stop me!" It's very empowering for heartbroken women.
I keep listening to flowers many times now have it on my Spotify
Pretty much Taylor Swift's entire catalogue. 😂 Aside from that, "Fighter" by Christina Aguilera and "Since U Been Gone" by Kelly Clarkson.
I never looked at Fighter as some breakup song. Whenever I see/hear it being used, it’s used for female led action movies, especially in a movie’s marketing, or it’s being used for female sports/sporting events, especially something like the Olympics.
Gloria Gaynor Nr1 just PERFECT !!! I love Withney Houston "it's Not Right But It's Okay - but the Thunderpuss Mix" !! I love Kelly Clarkson since ever all her songs !!!! I would also mention
Toni Braxton "Un-break my heart" - Just shocked it was not an honorable mention !!!
Robbie Williams No Regrets ( I looooooooove this song)
‘Torn’ by Natalie Imbruglia
Gotye 'Somebody That I Used to Know’
No Doubt "Don't Speak"
Cheryl Cole " One Thousand"
‘Cry Me a River’ Justin Timberlake
‘Back to Black’ by Amy Winehouse
Cher "Strong Enough"
‘You Oughta Know’ by Alanis Morissette
‘Teardrops’ by Womack & Womack
‘Nothing Compares 2 U’ by Sinead O’Connor
‘Wrecking Ball’ by Miley Cyrus
"Whatever" Godsmaxk
"Lover, Lover, Lover" (you don't love me no more)
"I Set Fire" Adele
"Fighter" Christina Agulera
"Take A Bow" Rhianna
Ariana Grande’s Thank U Next I surely thought would be a part of the list. It was on the radio for months following its release. I’m not a huge huge fan, but it’s one of my favorite songs.
This list reminded me that Britney Spears has just as much talent and work ethic as Beyoncé. If she hadn’t been drugged and manipulated by her dad and family, her star could have shined brighter… 😢
Britney shone too bright
Thank you next (Ariana Grande)is the healthiest, most mature and positive break up song out there.
So true, I was gonna say it deserves #1
@@drunk_taylor i wouldn't say #1, nothing can beat gloria gaynor. but it would've been nice to see on this list regardless.
Great picks, but no country? The power women of country music have done some amazing break up songs. Miranda Lambert, Jennifer Nettles, Reba, and many more have amazing 'gonna get over you' songs. Miley and Kelly are kind of country, but there are so many more.
oooh yeeap COUNTRY ones HIT
also
i have spanish ones but
We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together.
The fact that Taylor Swift isn’t mentioned anywhere on this list is a crime. She is the queen of breakup songs.
Perhaps you didn't read the title correctly. It's the ten most empowering songs.
@@netrider5, most aren't empowering though. Just telling women to be anti-men and that men should be wiped from existence.
@@projectpat8807which of the songs on this list are anti-men? They’re singing about moving on from their ex.
She’s boring
@@projectpat8807 😭😭Now where you get that from & men wrote half of these songs
Yes, "I Will Survive" may be the best breakup song ever, but in my opinion, it's "Lose You to Love Me". Its lyrics are empowering. That's all I can say about it. :)
So happy to see Lizzo!
Goody Goody, super old song but totally awesome response to someone dumping you for someone else.
"Enough is Enough" Barbra Streisand and Donna Summers...No More Tears...
Alanis Morisette "U Outta Know" Hands down
I love that song! Granted I only know that song because of the Jagged Little Pill musical, but I still love that song
For me it'd be:
Stronger (by Britney Spears)
Fighter (By Christina Aguilera)
That's What I Call Crazy (By Lucy Hale)
Be Our Gust (Beauty & The Beast) (Empowers you that you're not alone here)
Another Good Day (By Raleigh Keegan)
So Yesterday ( By Hilary Duff)
Goodbye Gone (By Lucy Hale)
Let It Go (By Frozen Cast)
Great list. I listened and sung I’m still standing from Elton a lot of times 😊
empowering for sure on any of them combined but thank you next ari grande or any by tay swift definitely or at least dark horse 7 things early miley potential breakup song aly and aj also very catchy as well
My heart ain't that broken by Leslie Clio. Natalia Jimenez - Quedate con ella. Shania Twain - Nah. Train - 50 ways to say goodbye. Ha*Ash - De donde sacas eso. Luis Fondi - Corazon en la maleta.
I started this think "If 'I Will Survive' isn't #1, I am going to be seriously annoyed." Luckily the folks at Ms Mojo know what's up.
Been my fav song FOREVER
Love them all
9 & 1 deserve a place on the list.
Shoutout to my ex is THE song!
I love these sad breakup songs!
Another song that should have been on the list or at least an honorable mention is the song "I missed me more" by Kelsea Ballerini.
Most of these songs I use as triumph over my illness & past struggles
I can't pick just two songs!!!! But Sabrina Carpenter looking at me is a perfect song for the list too same for her song Sue me
Happier than ever - Billie Eilish 🖤
Tears by Clean Bandit is my go to uplifting breakup song!
Good list. Possible honorable mention with a country feel is "My Give a Damn's Busted"
"Love Eviction" by Lonnie Gordon and Quartzlock.
Lesley Gore was a groundbreaker of her time!
Sweet but psycho is the best Breakup Song that I like.
i had "i will survive" engraved on the inside of my class ring senior year because of a heartbreak. i feel like if there's any words to carry you through life, it's those.
I approve of #1. Def the all time best.
I will love again , Lara Fabian
Great video
I had a divorce party in January and 13 of these songs were in the playlist. I think I picked well.
Gloria Gaynor is an absolute ICON!!!
Love love love pink!
The "Flowers" sneak though.
Phil Collins’ I DON’T CARE ANYMORE 😃
Honorable mentions: "You're so Vain" by Carly Simon; "I Guess it Doesn't Matter Anymore" by Buddy Holly.
Winner: "I Used to Love Her (But I Had to Kill Her) by Guns N' Roses.
Most Depressing: "Nobody Home" by Pink Floyd.
Yes! Buddy Holly! One of my favorite artists.
I have never broken up with a lover. I had breakups with guys I dated but never was in love. I fell in love and I'm still with my Bunny 17 years later.
Moving On by Blue October is a great one!
Part of me my #1
Young hearts young free, you outta know and a lot of slipknot songs
I love Miss Moving on by 5th Harmony
P!NK says they fell for eachother again during the music video
I"m doing fine now. Don't remember the group who performed it. But it was definitely the soundtrack of my life after divorce. 💝
My favorite break up anthem is Thank U Next!!!
Madonna's "It's Human Nature" from her Bedtime Stories album was my liberation song from my first marriage.
I love "Look at her now."
sara bareilles - gonna get over you.
Fighter by Cristina Aguilera
I’m sorry but whenever I hear the song “I Will Survive” I always think about that video of that alien that gets squished by a disco ball! 😂
Objectively best it has to be Gloria Gaynor's "I will survive".
As a personal preference, Christina Aguilera's "Fighter" is my top.
One break up song I love is " good as hell." By lizzo.
"Lizzo: talk about putting the sing in single"
Lizzo? Sing? That's hilarious 😂😂
I'm Not Missing You - Stacie Orrico