Not Just Another Sad Love Song: R&B Songs About Real-Life Heartbreak
Bruno Mars’ “When I Was Your Man”
Bruno Mars got very personal and introspective on his second album on the song “When I Was Your Man.” Mars confessed the song was based on real-life stories and it’s about a guy lamenting about a failed relationship. In the heartfelt ballad, Mars wishes that his ex finds a new man that could give her the love and affection that he failed to provide. The song ended up being nominated as the Best Breakup Song at the 2013 Teen Choice Awards.