11 Angry Breakup Songs To Crank When You’re Never Getting Back Together
Breakups are a bitter pill to swallow. Whatever the cause of the split, it comes with a truckload of emotions. One of the most prominent emotions is anger. And there’s nothing better to guide you through this terrible time than bumping hard to some angry breakup songs.
According to a report published at Pennsylvania State University's website, music plays a huge part in our lives and has a great influence on our moods. It would make perfect sense to sing along to a song that reflects your mood.
If you’re going through a terrible split, there are others who have felt that anger surging through you. And they have poured all that frustration and resentment into stellar anthems you can relate and vibe to. These songs can help you to process and deal with the pain.
Plus, it’s super empowering knowing that some of music’s greatest icons have once felt (and some still feel) what you are feeling.
Here are 11 angry breakup songs to crank when you’re never getting back with your ex.
1. P!nk – So What (2008)
P!nk’s So What is a vengeful song that inspires you to forget about your ex and move on with your life.
I guess I just lost my husband
I don't know where he went
So, I'm gonna drink my money
I'm not gonna pay his rent (nope)
I got a brand-new attitude
And I'm gonna wear it tonight
Going out and having fun is a better way to push that ex behind you.
2. Adele – Rolling In The Deep (2010)
Rolling In The Deep pelted by Adele is a song that carries a powerful message to an ex who has taken you for granted.
We could have had it all (you're gonna wish you never had met me)
Rolling in the deep (tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep)
You had my heart inside of your hand (you're gonna wish you never had met me)
And you played it to the beat (tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep)
It takes a lot of pain to unleash that anger inside for your ex. Adele's metaphors will have you singing your heart out right along with her
3. Taylor Swift – Picture To Burn (2006)
Picture To Burn by Taylor Swift addresses a narcissistic ex who is also fond of lying.
You’re a redneck heartbreak
Who’s really bad at lying
So, watch me strike a match
On all my wasted time
You can bop your head to this song while you set fire to his personal effects in your possession.
4. David Guetta Feat. Sia – Titanium (2011)
David Guetta employs the help of popular songstress, Sia, for this song to survive negativity from a toxic ex.
I'm bulletproof, nothing to lose
Fire away, fire away
Ricochet, you take your aim
Fire away, fire away
You shoot me down but I won't fall, I am titanium
This song offers much-needed self-protection against an abusive ex. The thump of the beats will get you going as you put that ex where he belongs: the past.
5. The Band Perry – DONE (2013)
DONE sends an angry message to an ex who was only interested in receiving and never reciprocating.
You crossed the line too many times,
I'm gonna put you in your place
You play with dynamite don't be surprised when I blow up in your face
Oh my, oh my
Mentally lay your ex to rest with this country anthem.
6. Justin Timberlake – Cry Me A River (2002)
Arguably one of his biggest hits, Cry Me A River by Justin Timberlake addresses a relationship that has gone sour because of a cheating partner. You’ll get sucked in with the soulful lyrics, and remind yourself the relationship crashed for the best.
So, you took a chance, made other plans
But I bet you didn't think that they would come crashing down, no
This classic ballad is a must on your angry breakup songs playlist.
7. Destiny’s Child – Survivor (2002)
This heart-thumping song from defunct Destiny’s Child is an angry, inspirational, empowering song to garner strength and courage after a bitter split.
Now that you're outta my life, I'm so much better
You thought that I'd be weak without ya, but I'm stronger
You thought that I'd be broke without ya, but I'm richer
You thought that I'd be sad without ya, I love harder
You thought I wouldn't grow without ya, now I'm wiser!
Jam this song through your car stereo as you focus on becoming better, stronger, and wiser.
8. Nicki Minaj – Fire Burns (2012)
This is another song you should vibe to as you gravitate towards discovering yourself again. In this song, famous rapper, Nicki Minaj vocalizes the hatred she now feels for an ex, wishing he burns in hell.
I hope your fire, fire burns baby
I hope you lay down in your sleep and you choke on every lie you told
And when you’re reaching out for me you’ll see you reap everything you sow
You can rap along with Nicki as you rid yourself the memories of your ex.
9. Taylor Swift – We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together (2012)
Like the song title already suggests, this angry ballad is a direct shot to an ex who is planning to warm his way back: sorry, not going to happen. This is a song of courage and self-worth.
You go talk to your friends, talk to my friends, talk to me
But we are never ever, ever, ever getting back together
Vocalize every word at the top of your voice; this is your way of saying “Yes, I’m moving on.”
10. Eamon – F**k It (I Don’t Want You Back) (2004)
This is a song about an ex who took advantage and cheated in the relationship. Eamon’s strong vocals make the anger not just relatable but surreal.
See, I don't know why I liked you so much
I gave you all, of my trust
I told you, I loved you, now that's all down the drain
Ya put me through pain, I want to let you know how I feel
This is an intense song you can crank to while you dump your ex’s things in the trash where it belongs.
11. Beyonce – Irreplaceable (2006)
This anthem by Queen Beyoncé should be at the top of your playlist. This song is a reminder to place value on yourself, forgetting your narcissistic ex
You must not know 'bout me
I can have another you by tomorrow
So, don't you ever for a second get
To thinking you're irreplaceable
This is a song of total and irrevocable affirmation that you’re never getting back with your ex--as you chart new waters.
Breakups are terrible and may leave you mad at your ex and yourself. But one thing that will help you deal with it better is some angry breakup songs. And who says you can’t bob your head while you put him behind you?
