10 breakup songs that are worth a listen

First recorded by The Everly Brothers in 1960, this song is probably best known by the 1970s hit version done by Nazareth. The opening guitar riff plays instantly in my head upon hearing the word "breakup."

This poppy 1990 British hit just might be the most uplifting song to jam to following a tragic heartbreak.

This 2012 chart topper became a ballad for people who are tired of the quasi-relationship cat-and-mouse game.

The inspiration for this list, "Since U Been Gone" earned Kelly Clarkson a Grammy and a special place in the hearts of people who are doing better without their exes.

This song has been done by other artists including Elvis and B.B. King. It was first recorded by Gwen McCrae and Brenda Lee, but Nelson won a Grammy for it in 1982.

Arguably one of the best country songs of all time, this tragically hopeful single was preserved by the Library of Congress into the National Recording Registry.

While I appear to be doing fine, I'm hurting inside. The 1965 Motown classic has been duplicated but never replicated. Listed on many reputable music lists, the track was a 2007 inductee into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

This overly explicit song from 2003 epitomizes the vengeful feeling of being played. It's a plain and simple musical middle finger to anyone who has ever two-timed

This 2011 hipster jam is like a cryfest for people who want to remain friends with their exes.

This playful punk rock song is a 2-minute and 23-second tale of love gone awry.