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.
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Hidden gems of moving Western songs. Recommended popular tracks (1–10)
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.”
Hidden gems of moving Western songs: Recommended popular tracks (11–20)
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.
Hometown GloryAdele
A track released in 2007 by the British singer-songwriter Adele.
It became a hit across various European countries and was nominated for a Grammy Award.
It was used in the season finale of the TV drama Grey’s Anatomy in 2008, and it was sampled in Raz Simone’s 2014 track Hometown.
Thinking Out LoudEd Sheeran
This is a hit song by Ed Sheeran, one of the UK’s leading young singers.
The lyrics, which straightforwardly pledge love to his partner—lines like “I fall in love with you every single day” and “I’ll keep loving you even when I’m 70”—are truly moving.
The music video and live performances are also spectacular and well worth a listen.