70 Songs About Exes (Pop, Rap & More)
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I. Country Songs About Exes
1. Gone by Montgomery Gentry
The song is about a man who is leaving his home and family behind to go off to work. He is saying goodbye to his loved ones, and telling them that he will be back.
2. I Will Always Love You by Dolly Parton
The song is about a woman’s love for a man who is leaving her. She tells him that she will always love him, no matter what.
3. Mama’s Broken Heart by Miranda Lambert
The song ‘Mama’s Broken Heart’ is about a young woman whose mother has died and she is left to deal with the aftermath. The song is sad and reflective, and the young woman is struggling to cope with her loss.
4. Here Comes Goodbye by Rascal Flatts
The song is about a couple breaking up and saying goodbye to each other. The man is asking the woman to not cry and be sad when he’s gone, and to remember the good times they had together.
5. Exile by Taylor Swift
The song is about a relationship that has ended and the person is left feeling exiled.
6. Consider Me Gone by Reba McEntire
The song is about a woman who is fed up with her man’s behavior and is ready to move on. She tells him that he can consider her gone, and she won’t be coming back.
7. You’ll Think Of Me by Keith Urban
The song is about a man who is leaving his lover and is telling her that she will think of him fondly even though he will be gone. He talks about all the things they shared together and how she will remember him when she sees those things. In the end, he tells her that he will always love her and she will always be in his thoughts.
8. Ex’s & Oh’s by Atreyu
“Ex’s & Oh’s” is a song by American rock band Atreyu. It was released in 2004 as the first single from their second studio album, The Curse. The song is about a relationship that ended badly, and the singer is looking back on all the good times they had together.
9. Best Days of Your Life by Kellie Pickler
The song is about a woman who is looking back on her life and reflecting on all of the good times she has had. She is thankful for all of the people who have been a part of her life, and she is looking forward to the future.
II. R&B Songs About Exes
1. Ex-Factor by Lauryn Hill
The song is about a failed relationship and the singer’s regrets.
2. I Will Always Love You by Whitney Houston
The song is about a woman who is leaving her lover and she tells him that she will always love him. She says that she will always love him no matter what he does or where he goes.
3. You’re the One That I Need by Tamar Braxton
The song is about a woman who is in love with a man who does not love her back. She sings about how she is the one that he needs, but he does not seem to realize it.
4. I Used to Love Him by Lauryn Hill
The song is about a woman who is reflecting on a past relationship. She remembers how much she used to love him, but she realizes that she doesn’t love him anymore. She is relieved that she is no longer in love with him and she is happy to be moving on.
5. You Remind Me by Mary J. Blige
The song is about a woman who is remembering a past relationship and how it made her feel. She is thinking about how she was treated and how she felt at the time. The song is about how she is reminded of that relationship when she sees the person she is with now.
6. She’s Gone by Daryl Hall, Hall & Oates
The song is about a man who is struggling to deal with the fact that his partner has left him. He is trying to keep himself together, but he is clearly heartbroken.
7. Take Me As I Am by Mary J. Blige
The song is about a woman who is tired of being taken for granted and wants her partner to accept her as she is.
8. Un-Break My Heart by Toni Braxton
The song is about a woman who is begging her lover to take her back and heal her broken heart. She is pleading with him to un-break her heart and make her love again.
9. Be Without You by Mary J. Blige
The song is about a woman who is in a relationship with a man who is not good for her. She knows that she should leave him, but she can’t seem to do it. She is tired of being hurt and she wants to be free, but she can’t seem to let go.
10. Exes and Ohs by Elle King
The song is about a woman who is moving on from her past relationships. She is done with the games and is ready to find someone who will love her for who she is.
11. I’m Goin’ Down by Mary J. Blige
The song is about a woman who is in a relationship with a man who is not treating her well. She is tired of being mistreated and decides to leave him.
12. Love Hurts by Nazareth, Munich Philharmonic
The song is a ballad about the pain of love. The lyrics describe how love can be both beautiful and painful, and how it can sometimes be hard to let go. The Munich Philharmonic provides a beautiful and emotional backdrop to the song, adding to its overall melancholy feel.
13. Not Gon’ Cry by Mary J. Blige
The song is about a woman who is trying to move on from a failed relationship. She is trying to be strong, but she can’t help but cry when she thinks about her ex.
14. He Wasn’t Man Enough by Toni Braxton
The song is about a woman who has been cheated on by her partner. She is telling him that he was not man enough to be with her and that she is better off without him.
III. Pop Songs About Exes
1. Ellie Goulding by Ellie Goulding
The song is about a heartbreak and how the singer is trying to move on.
2. Demi Lovato by Demi Lovato
The song ‘Demi Lovato’ is a ballad about the singer’s struggles with addiction and mental health. Lovato opens up about her battle with addiction, her thoughts of suicide, and her eventual recovery. The song is a message of hope, and Lovato encourages her listeners to seek help if they are struggling with similar issues.
3. I Will Always Be there by Celine Dion
The song is about a woman’s love for her partner and how she will always be there for him, no matter what happens. She sings about how she will never leave him and how she will always be there for him, no matter what.
4. Juice WRLD by Ellie Goulding
The song is about a relationship that is falling apart. The girl is trying to hold on, but the guy is already moving on.
5. Kelly Clarkson by Kelly Clarkson
The song is about a woman who is in love with a man who is in love with someone else. She is trying to tell him that she is the one for him and that she will always be there for him.
6. I Will Never Break Your Heart by Backstreet Boys
I Will Never Break Your Heart by Backstreet Boys is a song about a guy who is apologizing to his girlfriend for breaking her heart. He is begging for her forgiveness and promising that he will never do it again.
7. The Chicks by The Chicks
The Chicks by The Chicks is a song about female empowerment and standing up for what is right. The lyrics encourage women to be strong and to stand up for themselves, even when things are tough. The song is upbeat and empowering, and it is sure to inspire anyone who hears it.
8. You’re So Vain by Carly Simon
The song is about a egotistical man who is blind to his own faults. The singer has been in a relationship with him and has seen firsthand how narcissistic he is. She’s tried to warn him about his ways but he never seems to listen. In the end, she’s left feeling used and unimportant.
9. You’re the One That I Want by Olivia Newton-John, John Travolta
The song is a duet between Newton-John and Travolta, and is a love song about how the two characters want to be together.
10. I Will Never Let You Down by Rita Ora
The song is about a relationship between two people who are deeply in love with each other. The song talks about the feeling of never wanting to let the other person down.
11. Amy Winehouse by Back to Black
The song is about the singer’s struggles with addiction and depression.
12. If You’re Gone by Matchbox Twenty
The song is about a man who is struggling to deal with the fact that his girlfriend has left him. He is trying to convince himself that he can live without her, but he is finding it very difficult.
13. You Oughta Know by Alanis Morissette
The song is about a woman who is angry with her ex-boyfriend because he left her for another woman. She sings about how he should know how she feels and how he has hurt her.
14. I Will Remember You by Sarah McLachlan
The song is about a couple who is breaking up and the woman is asking the man to remember her.
15. Fleetwood Mac by Fleetwood Mac
The song is about the band Fleetwood Mac and their history. It talks about how the band was formed and how they became successful. It also mentions some of the band members’ personal lives and struggles.
16. Ex’s & Oh’s by Elle King
The song is about a woman who is tired of her ex-boyfriends and their games. She is done with them and their “oh’s” and “ex’s”. She is ready to move on and find someone new.
17. Little Mix by Little Mix
The song is about the band Little Mix and their career. They talk about how they started out and how they’ve grown over the years. They mention some of their biggest accomplishments and how they’re proud of themselves. They encourage their fans to never give up on their dreams and to keep fighting for what they want.
IV. Rap Songs About Exes
1. Blame Game by Ye
The song is about a person who is pointing the finger at someone else for their own problems. The person is trying to make excuses and shift the blame onto someone else.
2. Shout out to My Ex by Little Mix
The song is about a break-up and getting over an ex. The singer is telling her ex that she is doing fine without him and that he was not good for her anyway. She is telling him to move on and find someone new.
3. Ex-Factor by Lauryn Hill
The song is about a failed relationship and the singer’s regrets.
4. Deja Vu by Beyoncé
The song is about a woman who is in a relationship with a man who is cheating on her. She is trying to figure out if she should stay with him or leave him.
5. So Sick by Ne-Yo
The song is about a guy who is sick of love songs because they remind him of his ex-girlfriend. He is trying to move on, but every love song he hears reminds him of her and makes him feel sick.
6. Roses by OutKast
Roses by OutKast is a song about a young man who is in love with a girl who is in love with someone else. The young man is trying to figure out what to do and how to tell the girl that he loves her.
7. Marvins Room by Drake
The song is about a phone conversation between Drake and a girl he used to know. He’s drunk and called her by accident, but he ends up pouring his heart out to her. He tells her about all the girls he’s been with since they broke up, and how none of them compare to her. He also talks about how he’s been doing lately and how much he misses her. In the end, he tells her that he’s going to come over to her house and she hangs up on him.
8. Diva by Beyoncé
Beyoncé’s song “Diva” is all about celebrating women who are strong and independent. She sings about how important it is to be confident and to love yourself. “Diva” is an empowering anthem for all women.
9. I Dont F* With You by Geto Boys
The song is about a man who is fed up with his girlfriend and is ready to move on. He talks about how she is always nagging him and how she is always trying to control him. He is done with her and is ready to move on.
10. Ex by Ty Dolla $ign
The song is about a failed relationship. The speakers are two people who are no longer together, and they are both reflecting on what went wrong. The song is sad and regretful, but also has a feeling of acceptance.
11. I Used to Love H.E.R by Common
The song tells the story of a man’s love for hip hop, personified as a woman. He talks about how hip hop used to be a positive force in his life, but how it has changed over the years. He still loves hip hop, but he can’t help but feel disappointed by how it has changed.
12. Runaway Love by Ludacris
The song is about a young girl who is running away from her abusive home life. Ludacris is trying to convince her to come home with him, but she is scared and doesn’t want to go back.
13. Crazy in Love by Beyoncé
The song is about a woman who is in love with a man who is “crazy.” She is madly in love with him and she doesn’t care what anyone else thinks. She is willing to do anything for him and she is not afraid to show her love for him.
14. Call Out My Name by The Weeknd
The Weeknd is begging for his former lover to come back to him in this heart-wrenching ballad. He reflects on all of the good times they had together and how he took her for granted. He’s willing to do whatever it takes to get her back, even if it means sacrificing himself.
15. Heartless by Ye
The song is about a person who is heartless and doesn’t care about anyone or anything.
V. Rock Songs About Exes
1. Shatter by O.A.R.
The song is about a relationship that is falling apart. The narrator is trying to hold on, but he can see that it is inevitable. He is trying to figure out what went wrong and how to fix it, but he knows that it is probably too late.
2. Exile Vilify by The National
“Exile Vilify” is a song by The National, written for the video game Portal 2. It is about the game’s antagonist, GLaDOS, and her attempts to escape the Aperture Science facility.
3. Don’t Look Back in Anger by Oasis
The song is about not dwelling on the past and not being angry about things that have happened. It is about moving on and looking to the future.
4. The Rolling Stones by The Rolling Stones
The song is about the band’s namesake, the Rolling Stones. It talks about how the band is always on the move and never stays in one place for too long.
5. I Hate Everything About You by Three Days Grace
The song is about a toxic relationship where the singer is desperately trying to hold on, despite the fact that it’s clearly not working. They hate everything about their partner, but they can’t seem to let go. The song is full of anger and frustration, and ultimately ends with the singer admitting that they’re the one who’s really to blame.
6. Poison by Poison
The song is about a relationship that is toxic and poisonous. The singer is warning the other person that they need to get out before it’s too late. The song is full of metaphors and similes about how the relationship is like poison.
7. Nazareth by Nazareth, Munich Philharmonic
The song is a ballad about a city that is in ruins. The singer reflects on how the city was once a beautiful place, but is now a shadow of its former self. The singer laments the loss of the city’s beauty, but still has hope that it can be restored to its former glory.
8. I Will Be There For You by Bon Jovi
The song is about a person who is there for another person no matter what happens. They will always be there for them and will never leave them.
9. I’m Gonna Leave You – Led Zeppelin by Led Zeppelin
The song is about a man who is leaving his lover. He is telling her that he is going to leave her, and he is not coming back. He is telling her to not cry, and to not try to find him.
10. Greg Kihn Band by The Greg Kihn Band
The Greg Kihn Band was a popular American rock band in the 1980s. The band’s biggest hit was “The Breakup Song (They Don’t Write ‘Em),” which was a No. 1 hit in the US in 1982. The band was led by singer/songwriter/guitarist Greg Kihn, who is the only original member still in the band today. The band has released 11 studio albums, and continues to tour throughout the US.
11. Joan Jett and the Blackhearts by Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
The song is about a girl who is in love with a girl who is in love with someone else.
12. Yesterday by The Beatles
The song is about a man who is struggling to deal with the loss of his love. He is trying to remember the good times they had together, but he can’t seem to get over her death.
13. Guns ‘n Roses by Guns N’ Roses
The song is about the dangers of guns and violence. It is a warning to society to be careful with guns and to not let them get into the wrong hands.
14. Go Your Own Way by Fleetwood Mac
The song is about a relationship that has ended and the person is telling their former partner that they need to go their own way.
15. Ex-Girlfriend by No Doubt
Ex-Girlfriend is a song about a woman who is trying to get over her ex-girlfriend. She is angry and hurt, and she wants to get revenge. She is trying to find a new girlfriend, but she is having trouble because she is still thinking about her ex.
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