It’s that time of year again. CVS has had oversized teddy bears, fake roses and heart-shaped boxes of chocolate on their shelves since the beginning of January. Time is running out to make reservations at Max Brenner on Feb. 14 with your significant other.
But here’s the thing: Valentine’s Day comes no matter what, even for people who are going through a rough patch in their relationship, have recently been dumped or have decided to end their relationship. It can be tough for them to watch happy couples celebrate the “most romantic day of the year.”
Here is an anti-Valentine’s Day playlist for people that feel alone, heartbroken or just want to let go of their previous relationship. Failed partnership is difficult and these songs can be therapeutic to anyone going through it.
“Better Off” by Ariana Grande
This breakup tune has a laid back vibe. It’s perfect for anyone coming to the realization that they need space from a relationship or need to break it off completely. This song emphasizes the idea of understanding your own needs and being strong enough to say goodbye to something or someone that isn’t good for you.
“Dead” by Madison Beer
Madison Beer’s lyrics paint an image of a toxic, one-sided relationship where one person is giving everything they have to save it and the other is a sketchy liar. The chorus says it all with, “You say you can’t live without me, so why aren’t you dead yet?”
“One Last Song” by Sam Smith
In this song, Sam Smith tells his ex everything he wants to say for the last time. This is a good one to listen to when you’re sad and want your ex to feel all the same emotions.
“You Don’t Do It For Me Anymore” by Demi Lovato
The title itself and the blunt lyrics make this the perfect song to listen to when you want to accept the fact that letting go of a person is the best thing for you. Not only are Lovato’s vocals in this song unbelievable, but she also puts her ex in his place and tells him how she feels instead of leading him on.
“i hate u, i love u” by Gnash
The title says it all. This love song describes the anger and confusion you feel when you hate the things that someone did to you but still love and want to be with them.
“Before He Cheats” by Carrie Underwood
This is the breakup song that everyone has at one point or another screamed at the top of their lungs in the car with their girlfriends. If you have recently been cheated on and want revenge on the person that did you wrong, I advise you to turn this one up.
“Single Ladies” by Beyoncé
Last but certainly not least, this anthem is ideal to listen to on Valentine’s Day if you’re single. You can’t help but dance when you hear this—the perfect medicine when you’re trying to get over an ex, especially when you’re newly single and trying to find your way. And if you’ve been single for awhile, it’s a jam regardless.
Follow this link to listen to the playlist on Spotify.
