[2026] Recommended for women! A roundup of Western unrequited love songs

This Is What It TakesShawn Mendes

Shawn Mendes – This Is What It Takes (Official Audio)

A track by Canadian singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes.

It is included on his debut album, Handwritten, released in 2015.

The album reached the Top 10 on charts around the world and was certified Platinum in six countries.

So Into YouTamia

Tamia – So Into You (1998) [Official Video]

An enchanting track released in 1998 by Canadian singer Tamia.

It reached No.

7 on the U.S.

charts.

It was inspired by the Commodores’ 1978 track “Say Yeah.” The music video features Nicole Richie.

On SightCoco Jones

Coco Jones – On Sight

Coco Jones, the powerhouse who won Best R&B Performance at the 2024 Grammy Awards.

This is a perfect summer-night track from her debut album “Why Not More?”, released in April 2025.

Her strong, emotionally rich vocals riding over a sophisticated sound will capture your heart the moment you hear them.

It’s said to portray that passionate moment when you’re instantly drawn to someone and become certain of your feelings.

A music video was also produced, showcasing her expressive artistry.

Play it on a summer evening when you want to sink into a slightly grown-up mood, and it’s sure to heighten the romance.

On a night when your feelings for someone special are deepening, why not listen to this song and face your emotions?

GorgeousTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – Gorgeous (Lyric Video)

Feeling so mad at someone for being just too “gorgeous”!? This is a humor-filled unrequited love song sung by American artist Taylor Swift.

Set to a lively synth-pop sound, the lyrics strikingly portray being tongue-tied in front of a love-at-first-sight crush and the complicated feeling of liking someone so much it actually makes you angry.

Many people have probably experienced going blank the moment they see their crush or being swept away by their own emotions.

You could say it’s a song packed with that uncontrollable rush and flutter of the very moment love begins.

One and OnlyAdele

Adele – One and Only LYRICS!

A track by the British singer-songwriter Adele.

It is included on her 2011 album “21,” which won a Grammy Award and a Brit Award.

Part of the lyrics was inspired by the 1999 romantic comedy film “Never Been Kissed.”

All Out Of LoveAir Supply

Air Supply – All Out Of Love (Official HD Video)

A track released in 1980 by the Australian soft rock duo Air Supply.

It has been used in many forms of media, including the films Van Wilder and Happiness.

It was sampled in a 1996 track of the same name by Jimmy J.

Why Don’t You Love MeBeyoncé

Beyoncé – Why Don’t You Love Me

This catchy, up-tempo track from Beyoncé.

Though she projects a cool image, you can’t help but feel the contrast and charm when she sings, with a hint of frustration, “Why won’t you love me?” Don’t miss the playful dancing in the music video, too!