The Ultimate Healing Playlist: 15 Songs for Breakups, Burnout, and Bad Days

 

Healing Playlist: Songs That Get You Through Breakups, Burnout, and Bad Days

Need emotional relief? Discover a healing playlist of songs that can help you through heartbreak, burnout, and life’s toughest moments.

Introduction

There are days when life just feels too much. Maybe you’re reeling from a breakup, drowning in deadlines, or facing the kind of emotional exhaustion that coffee can’t fix. I’ve been there curled up on the floor with nothing but my headphones and the hope that a song might understand me better than anyone else could.

That’s why I created this healing playlist. It’s filled with songs that get you through heartbreak, burnout, and every low point in between. Whether you're crying, healing, or simply surviving, these tracks are a balm for the soul.

Why We Need Healing Music

Music isn’t just entertainment—it’s medicine. Studies show that listening to music can reduce anxiety, lower cortisol levels, and even help us process trauma. For me, it’s been a lifeline during moments of emotional chaos.

Healing songs provide validation, comfort, and strength. They let us feel everything without falling apart. Whether you're sobbing into your pillow or walking off your pain, the right track can shift your entire emotional state.

The Ultimate Healing Playlist: 15 Songs for Breakups, Burnout, and Bad Days

1. “Good Days” – SZA

A slow, dreamy R&B escape that feels like sunshine after a storm. SZA’s lyrics remind you that peace is possible—even if it takes time to find.

2. “All Too Well (10 Minute Version)” – Taylor Swift

Taylor doesn’t just sing about heartbreak—she bleeds it. This extended version gives space for every emotion. A must-listen when you're grieving a love that once felt like everything.

3. “Rainbow” – Kacey Musgraves

A gentle reminder that your storm is almost over. Perfect for those moments when you’re on the edge but not quite ready to give up.

4. “Not Afraid” – Eminem

Raw, aggressive, and cathartic. This song is your inner fighter screaming back at the world. Great for when you’re reclaiming your power.

5. “Liability” – Lorde

Feeling like too much? Lorde’s vulnerable track will hit you right in the chest. It’s okay to feel deeply—it means you care.

6. “Someone Like You” – Adele

The OG heartbreak anthem. Adele makes it okay to cry until you can’t anymore.

7. “Who You Are” – Jessie J

For anyone who’s lost themselves along the way, this song gently brings you back to your truth.

8. “Breathe Me” – Sia

A hauntingly beautiful track that captures the desperation and fragility of emotional collapse. Ideal for when you need a good, soul-cleansing cry.

9. “Hold On” – Alabama Shakes

This bluesy rock anthem builds slowly, encouraging you to just hold on. It’s got grit, hope, and soul.

10. “A Little Bit Yours” – JP Saxe

Perfect for navigating that in-between space—where you know you have to let go, but your heart hasn’t caught up yet.

11. “The Climb” – Miley Cyrus

A pop-country pep talk reminding you that the journey matters just as much as the destination.

12. “Lose You To Love Me” – Selena Gomez

Letting go isn’t weakness—it’s growth. This track is the anthem for choosing yourself over toxic love.

13. “Let It Go” – James Bay

Not everything that falls apart is a failure. Sometimes, letting go is the start of healing.

14. “Unwritten” – Natasha Bedingfield

Feel-good, light-hearted, and full of possibility. The perfect reset button for your spirit.

15. “Dog Days Are Over” – Florence + The Machine

When you’re finally ready to break free and run headfirst into your comeback era—this is the anthem.

Tips for Creating Your Own Healing Playlist

• Start with songs that reflect your mood, then slowly build toward hope and energy.

• Mix genres. Healing isn’t linear—neither is your music.

• Include tracks that represent who you want to become, not just how you feel right now.

• Update your playlist regularly. As you evolve, so will your soundtrack.

Bonus: Here’s my itzbizness productions Spotify playlist with all the songs mentioned above.  Feel free to follow or create your own inspired version!

Final Thoughts

If you’re reading this in the middle of your storm—know that you’re not alone. Healing is messy, personal, and nonlinear. But one thing that can help is music. The kind that understands your ache and sings you back to life. itzbizness productions.