Songs to help you get through a heartbreak

If you're having girl(or boy) problems I feel bad for you son(or daughter), I got 99 problems but a b**** ain't one.

Who am I kidding? Heartbreak happens to the best of us... yup, that's including me.

While most people handle it fairly well, there are some whose lives end up ruined as a result of the ultimate betrayal. I've been depressed at some points, and though time may heal most wounds, some scars become constant reminders of a love lost and the way it left us feeling empty.

One thing I have learnt however is that whenever it happens, instead of being in denial, it is much wiser to face it head on. So I give myself time to grieve and let it all out. One of my best outlets is music. There are some songs which can plug into your chest, connect to your pain and then say the right words to your wall of shame.

Heartbreak is definitely no laughing matter... and I know for some, it may even seem like the end of the world. Take a break, cry or do whatever you feel will help you grieve better. Always remember though, that it's not the end... and many years from now, you will look back at it and laugh as you talk about it. Trust me, you'll get through it. You'll be alright.

The following are some of my favourite heartbreak songs. I hope you won't have to play them as much as I have... but if anything, I hope they will help you grieve and get over the pain. The idea isn't for you to mope around and feel sorry for yourself, but to let out whatever is bottled inside you. So you will find that the collection includes a lot of somewhat upbeat and at times even aggressive and downright rude songs.

I do hope you'll feel better after going through the list.