A Collection of Classic 80s Western Ballads with Male Vocals
Even within the long history of music, the 1980s was a decade that brought about the most changes in values.
From this era, electronic music made a dramatic leap forward, giving birth to genres like electropop and synthwave that are now commonplace.
Naturally, these changes also influenced ballads, a genre in their own right.
This time, we’ve gathered Western songs with male vocals that were popular in the 1980s.
In recent years, thanks to a global revival boom, music from the 1980s has been drawing renewed attention.
If you don’t want to miss out on the trend, be sure to check them out!
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Best Western Male-Vocal Ballad Classics of the ’80s (11–20)
Every Time You Go AwayPaul Young
Paul Young, hailing from England, became a massive hit around the world.
Known as a leading figure in blue-eyed soul, he won Best British Male at the 1985 Brit Awards.
This famous ballad of his is a song about searing loss, as if a piece of your heart is taken each time someone you love leaves.
The singing, fretless-bass melody is striking as well.
Released as a single from the classic album The Secret of Association, it reached No.
1 on the U.S.
charts in July 1985.
It’s also well known for being featured in the film Planes, Trains and Automobiles.
Put it on during a sentimental night, and its gentle melody just might seep into your heart.
Against All Odds (Take A Look at Me Now)Phil Collins
Phil Collins, a British musician known for his work with the band Genesis and his worldwide success as a solo artist.
His 1984 song “Against All Odds (Take a Look at Me Now)” is a renowned ballad written as the theme for the film Against All Odds.
The track topped the U.S.
charts for three consecutive weeks and won a Grammy Award.
Born from the pain of his own divorce, the lyrics convey lingering feelings for someone he can no longer return to and a heartfelt plea: “Take a look at me now.” Opening with a quiet piano soliloquy and unfolding into a grand arrangement as the emotion rises, the sound surely grips the listener’s heart.
In conclusion
In this article, we introduced men’s Western ballads that were popular in the ’80s—did you find a favorite? It’s no exaggeration to say the 1980s were the golden era of ballads.
At Rag Music, we’ve also put together a women’s edition titled “Classic ’80s Women’s Vocal Ballads,” so be sure to check that out as well!