Western music ranking popular with men [2026]

HonestyBilly Joel29rank/position

Billy Joel – Honesty (Official Video)

The classic song released by Billy Joel in 1978 rides a pop melody to advocate the importance of honesty in human relationships.

Hailing from the United States, his singing voice, woven together with the sound of the piano, is filled with deep emotion.

The piece is included on the album “52nd Street,” and earned high acclaim worldwide, reaching number one in France.

The lyrics’ plea for sincerity has been interpreted not only in the context of romantic relationships but also as criticism of politicians.

Honesty—harder to find than kindness or love—is powerfully portrayed in its rarity and value.

Let Her GoPassenger30rank/position

Passenger | Let Her Go (Official Video)

It’s a song that captures a man’s feelings and regret after “she said it.” The vocalist has a rare kind of voice that really sticks with you—slightly husky, almost trembling—heightening the sense of poignancy.

Recommended for when you want to listen closely and let it sink in.

Sweet Child O’ MineGuns N’ Roses31rank/position

Guns N’ Roses – Sweet Child O’ Mine (Official Music Video)

It’s a breezy, upbeat smash hit released by Guns N’ Roses, who built an era with their back-to-basics rock sound.

The song opens with the signature guitar phrase by Slash, and over a simple backing track, Axl Rose’s distinctive vocals ring out.

Every Breath You TakeThe Police32rank/position

The Police – Every Breath You Take (Official Music Video)

This is a masterpiece created in 1983 by The Police, a British rock band whose elegant melodies and wistful vocals stir the soul.

At first glance it may seem like a romantic love song, but in fact it is infused with obsession and a maddening longing for lost love.

Its melodic guitar riffs and memorable lines will leave a deep impression on listeners.

The song spent eight consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the U.S.

charts and won Song of the Year at the 26th Grammy Awards.

It has been featured in numerous films and TV shows, and its timeless appeal remains undimmed.

It’s a perfect track for quietly listening alone on a calm night, or for sinking into cherished memories.

It’s My LifeBon Jovi33rank/position

Bon Jovi – It’s My Life (Official Music Video)

They were a monster band in the international music scene that electrified the United States in the 1900s.

As leaders of the hard rock scene in the 1980s, they earned charismatic support through their wide-ranging success, with vocalist Jon Bon Jovi also active as an actor.

In Japan, their popularity experienced a revival at a certain point.

Many people may be reminded of Nakayama Kinnikun’s signature gag when they hear this song.

Released in 2000, it’s a Bon Jovi classic that is still talked about today.

It’s an energizing track with a chorus that makes everyone want to sing along.

Until I Found YouStephen Sanchez34rank/position

Stephen Sanchez – Until I Found You (Official Video)

Since the 2020s began, music that blends nostalgia with novelty has started to be reevaluated.

This song strongly reflects that atmosphere.

Influenced by music from the 1950s and 1960s, it offers an innovative sound with contemporary arrangements.

It depicts a complex emotional landscape in which passion for love and feelings of remorse intertwine, and the influence of a particular woman permeates the entire lyric.

Released in September 2021, it dominated the charts in many countries and drew attention through collaborations with Elton John.

Stephen Sanchez’s emotional intensity resonates deeply.

It’s the perfect track for those carrying warm yet bittersweet feelings on Valentine’s Day.

Without youDavid Guetta35rank/position

David Guetta – Without You ft. Usher (Official Video)

Speaking of David Guetta, this kind of dance music is what he’s famous for, and this track delivers incredibly passionate love-song lyrics over an upbeat groove.

Those fiery lyrics are perfect for a man to express his feelings, making it an excellent choice as a wedding song as well.