Hidden gems of moving Western songs. Recommended popular tracks.
I’ve put together a playlist of moving Western songs.
Compared to Japanese songs, many of these tracks feature more expansive arrangements and grand, sweeping melodies.
Listening to this playlist might stir something deep in your heart.
I hope you find some new favorites.
Hidden gems of moving Western songs. Recommended popular tracks (1–10)
Slide AwayOasis
A track from OASIS’s debut album “Definitely Maybe.” It’s said to be a favorite of Paul McCartney, a member of the Beatles whom all the members of OASIS deeply admire.
“Slide Away” means “drift apart,” and the song expresses a desire to reconcile with a lover who has been separated due to growing apart.
ChandelierSia
Sia, who hails from Australia, is also well known for her music videos with their distinctive worldview.
In the past, it made headlines when a Japanese karate girl appeared in one of them.
Chandelier was a worldwide hit and is known for having won various awards.
Almost LoverA Fine Frenzy
A track released in 2007 by American singer-songwriter and actress A Fine Frenzy.
It’s a pop ballad featuring a piano melody and has been used across various media, including the reality show “The Hills.” The track has also been covered by artists such as Manox and Jasmine Thompson.
Just A DreamCarrie Underwood
A track released in 2008 by Carrie Underwood, an American country music singer-songwriter.
It tells the story of an 18-year-old wife and her soldier husband who died on the battlefield, and it reached No.
1 on the U.S.
charts.
The One That Got AwayKaty Perry
A sweet pop ballad about lost love.
Released by Katy Perry in 2011.
The music video, directed by Floria Sigismondi, features Mexican actor Diego Luna.
It was sampled in DJ Earworm’s 2012 track “Fly.”
Battle ScarsLupe Fiasco & Guy Sebastian
A track that sings about scars from personal battles.
It’s a collaboration between American rapper Lupe Fiasco and Australian singer-songwriter Guy Sebastian.
Released in 2012, it has been certified platinum in three countries.
Gone, Gone, GonePhillip Phillips
This is the song I came across when I first left home, started living alone, and felt lonely by myself.
It gave me so much courage and strength.
His powerful singing voice and the gentle tone of the guitar moved me, and ever since, I always listen to it whenever I need courage, energy, or a boost.