10 Songs To Listen To After A Breakup

Sometimes you go through a breakup and think the world is absolutely collapsing around you. Well, stop right now because there is no way you're going to get through a breakup thinking like that. The world is not ending, your life isn't over... you just need some music to get you through the rough patch. As someone who did the whole breakup thing recently, I can honestly say you won't get that relief by listening to Lorde's Liability over and over again. You'll cry and cry and think everything is your fault and that no man will love you for your flaws, but guess what... you WILL find someone one day that won't think you're "too much for them," and that includes you, Lorde! 

Right now you need a "revenge body" breakup playlist. Something you can put on in the gym to give you a good beat of confidence. The inspiration behind this playlist is clear. You need music to take you to the next phase after the breakup and these songs are just the trick to do that! 

1. "Sorry Not Sorry" by Demi Lovato

"Now I'm out here looking like revenge," is the first line to this post breakup anthem! Something like this song is necessary on your playlist. The tempo is perfect for a run (or whatever you're into) and the song leaves you feeling like your best self. 

2. "Shout Out to My Ex" by Little Mix

DUH, it's in the title.... but this is also the song for the person whose man left her for someone else (hey Zayn!). Need a confidence boost? Well, if you've ever been cheated on you know how it is. This song speaks for every person who needs that extra boost of life advice. "You made my heart break and that made me who I am.." Those lyrics alone should give you some perspective. This breakup was just one part of your life. Now it's time to take it as a 'lesson learned' and move on to someone that will actually appreciate you. 

3. "Fighter" by Christina Aguilera

THANK YOU ex, for making me stronger.... How could it not be a breakup playlist with a little Xtina. Now's the time to 'thank your ex.' Not literally, but think about it, without him you wouldn't know your real worth. 

4. "Problem" by Ariana Grande

You've got one less problem without him... That's all folks! 

5. "U + Ur Hand" by Pink

This is the song when you are post-break up and ready for a night out with your crew. You got your revenge body but you still don't want anything to do with these drooling boys right now. Just have your fun dancing with friends and let all the boys just watch. 

6. "Hair" by Little Mix

Guys all seem the same until you find the right one. So get him out of your head and listen to more Little Mix. 

7. "IDGAF" by Dua Lipa

Sorry just won't cut it anymore. Now is when you listen to "IDGAF" and manipulate yourself into not caring about him anymore. So what if he's crawling back, you were better off without him, right? 

8. "Since U Been Gone" by Kelly Clarkson

"Since U Been Gone" is probably one of the most important breakup playlist songs. This is the one that tells you you are no longer suffocating from boyfriend smothers. 

9. "Miss Movin' On" by Fifth Harmony

Now you are officially moving on. You've realized that you will no longer be the person you were before and that's a good thing. The person before your breakup was dependent on someone else. This is your time to pick yourself up and really get to know the future you. 

10. "New Rules" by Dua Lipa

Now you have listened to the proper music, it's time for you to spread your knowledge. You know the rules to get over him, and you know what not to do thanks to Dua! 

Ok so now that you have the songs what shall you do with them? Pull up your iHeartRadio app and make a playlist! You're never getting over him or her if you're just sitting around not listening to music! 

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