Hidden gems of unrequited love songs in Western music. Recommended popular tracks.
When you can’t quite express your feelings to someone you like, or when you’ve told them but it isn’t going well, what do you do?
I’ve gathered classic Western songs themed around unrequited love across different ages for those struggling with all kinds of crushes.
If you look into the lyrics’ meanings, you might discover charms you won’t find in Japanese songs!
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Hidden gems of unrequited love songs in Western music. Recommended popular tracks (11–20)
Let’s Wait AwhileJanet Jackson
“Let’s Wait Awhile” is a slow ballad by Janet Jackson, Michael Jackson’s sister.
In Japan, it was released under the title “Isogasanaide” (Don’t Rush Me), and the lyrics convey a message about lovers taking a little distance from each other.
FaithfullyJourney
“Faithfully” is a song by Journey, and it is the fifth track on the album “Frontiers.” Its Japanese title is “Toki e no Chikai” (A Vow to Time).
I’m captivated by lead vocalist Steve Perry’s expansive, husky voice.
Change Of HeartWendy Moten
“Change Of Heart” is a song by American singer Wendy Moten.
In Japan, the track was released by Toshiba EMI on February 15, 1995.
It’s a song that makes your heart dance with Wendy Moten’s angelic, clear, and beautiful voice.
Total Eclipse of the HeartBonnie Tyler
“Total Eclipse of the Heart” is a song by Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler.
In Japan, the title is “Ai no Kageri.” The song became a No.
1 hit in the United Kingdom.
AloneHeart
“Alone” is a song by the rock band HEART, which centers on the sisters Ann Wilson and Nancy Wilson.
HEART was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2013.
The song also reached No.
1 on the U.S.
charts in 1987.