[1980s] A Collection of Classic Western Ballads with Female Vocals
The 1980s are sometimes called the golden age of Western music, and in Japan, Western songs were introduced through various media like TV and radio, leading to many big hits that made the Oricon charts.
Even people who don’t usually listen to Western music often have a favorite classic with a beautiful ballad melody, don’t they?
Our site publishes articles focusing on 80s Western ballads, and this time we’ve researched and compiled only 80s Western ballads featuring female vocals.
If you love female vocals or ballads, be sure to check it out—no matter your generation!
- Nothing but classics! A nostalgic collection of ’80s Western ballads
- I Want to Be Healed from the Heart: Recommended Western Ballads Sung by Female Vocalists
- Love songs in Western music that were hits in the 1980s. World-famous classics and popular tracks.
- All masterpieces! Western pop ballads that were hits in the ’90s
- Recommended Western music for women in their 50s: world classics and popular songs
- Top 1980s Female Singer-Songwriters: Popular Songs Ranking [2026]
- [Western Music] Ballads that resonate with the heart: Classic love songs
- Songs you'll want to listen to in autumn. A selection of recommended hits from 80s Western music!
- Tear-Jerking Songs Recommended for Women in Their 80s: A Collection of Heart-Stirring Masterpieces
- A Collection of Classic 80s Western Ballads with Male Vocals
- Love songs that resonate with women in their 60s: gem-like romance tunes that revive memories of youth.
- Still Shining! Recommended Female Singers of 1980s Western Music
- [Songs I'd love women to sing!] Popular ballads performed by female artists
[1980s] Best Foreign Ballads with Female Vocals (1–10)
Total Eclipse of the HeartBonnie Tyler
Bonnie Tyler’s “Total Eclipse of the Heart” masterfully fuses a husky voice with the allure of a dramatic ballad.
This song is a signature masterpiece for Bonnie, beloved by fans around the world.
Under producer Jim Steinman’s direction, grand musicality and delicate emotion blend together, resonating deeply with listeners.
Though a ballad, it carries a powerful energy, showcasing Bonnie’s passionate vocals.
It truly stands as a monumental 1980s Western pop ballad.
Angel Of The MorningJuice Newton
Juice Newton’s “Angel of the Morning,” which brightened the music scene of the ’80s, is a ballad that resonates even with those who aren’t die-hard fans of Western pop.
The album “Juice,” which includes this track, was a massive hit and features one of her signature songs.
Beyond dominating the charts of the time, its music video achieved the milestone of being the first country music video ever aired on MTV.
The lyrics, portraying a passionate one-night romance, along with Newton’s smooth vocals, set listeners’ hearts free.
It has an irresistible allure that makes you want to keep listening.
It was also used in commercials, making it familiar to a wide audience—something that still feels fresh in our memories.
That’s What Friends Are ForDionne Warwick
Dionne Warwick’s “That’s What Friends Are For” is one of the iconic pop ballads of the ’80s.
This star-studded collaboration with Elton John, Gladys Knight, and Stevie Wonder won two Grammy Awards.
The melody, written by Burt Bacharach and Carole Bayer Sager, continues to be beloved worldwide.
Its moving vocals became a symbol of AIDS charity efforts, bringing hope to many.
With its heartwarming message, it remains a highly acclaimed song that many people still cherish—and I highly recommend it!
Lost In Your EyesDebbie Gibson
Debbie Gibson’s “Lost In Your Eyes” is a gently comforting yet powerful ballad.
Released in 1989, the song made a name for itself worldwide, reaching No.
1 on the charts in the United States and Canada.
Debbie’s performance, accompanying herself on piano, harmonizes beautifully with her clear, pure voice and captivates listeners in an instant.
The lyrics carry a message that delves deeply into love, stirring both wistfulness and hope in the hearts of those who hear it.
Greatest Love Of AllWhitney Houston
Whitney Houston’s “Greatest Love of All,” which brightened the 1980s international music scene, continues to captivate many fans today.
Originally written for the film The Greatest and sung by George Benson, the song was covered by Whitney Houston with her own interpretation.
Beautiful and powerful, her voice still resonates deeply even now.
Its lyrics, celebrating self-love, have given courage and hope to countless people and continue to be sung.
Her exceptional vocal prowess possesses a timeless beauty that will never fade.