You can score $1,100 in free money by listening to break up songs - but you must be heartbroken and meet three criteria
Olivia Shea
Published Sep 19, 2026
AMERICANS with broken hearts may be eligible to try out a way to get through it quicker while earning a cash pick-me-up.
A Florida company announced that it's looking for people to test its method of getting through a breakup faster and is paying those who qualify over $1,000 for participation.
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FinanceBuzz is an informational website that helps people make financial decisions.
The company recently announced that it's searching for someone to listen to 24 hours of breakup songs in exchange for $1,100.
But you can't just listen to the music and get the money, you have to be heartbroken.
They're specifically looking for someone in the state who just got out of a relationship.
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"The costs of a breakup often include getting a new place and possibly hiring movers, buying new furniture, taking sole responsibility for once-shared bills, and more," FinanceBuzz stated.
"If it’s a marriage that’s ending, the financial impacts are even worse and include risks like divorce debt."
This announcement came as Valentine's Day approaches.
Research shows breakups become more common as the new year rolls around.
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March has also been deemed the peak of breakup season.
Breakups happen pretty often around Valentine's Day, according to data site YouGov.
Millennials more than any generation have broken hearts on February 14.
Over 10 percent of millennials have reported ending a relationship on the day that celebrates love, according to the site.
"Whether it’s by Taylor, Olivia, Conan, or Lewis, We know a good breakup song can help heal the heart," the Delray Beach, Florida-based FinanceBuzz said.
"Plus, we want to help heal someone’s wallet at the same time."
