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There are moments in everyday life when people suddenly find themselves alone and feel lonely, or when relationships don’t go well and they feel lonely.
At times like these, I recommend this ranking.
I’ve put together a list of lonely songs by female Western artists.
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Top Sad Songs by Western Female Singers: Popular Ranking [2026]
Day DreamingAretha Franklin1rank/position
A classic by American soul singer Aretha Franklin.
With her powerful yet gentle voice, the Queen of Soul’s charm can be enjoyed to the fullest in this track.
True to its title, it makes you feel as though you’re drifting through a daydream.
When you’re feeling lonely, let its airy comfort soothe your heart.
You’ve Got a FriendCarole King2rank/position
Carole King’s classic song “You’ve Got a Friend.” As the title suggests, it’s a song dedicated to a dear friend, and it won Song of the Year at the 1972 Grammy Awards.
It has been covered by many renowned artists, including James Taylor and Donny Hathaway.
If you’re feeling down or struggling in a friendship, please give it a listen.
It’s a song that really drives home the importance of friends, so it might even help you work things out.
The LonelyChristina Perri3rank/position
A song from American singer-songwriter Christina Perri’s 2011 debut album, “lovestrong.” It is a song about the quietest and most painful loneliness, inspired by her life experiences.
Without YouMariah Carey4rank/position
This work is a masterful rendition of a classic 1970s rock ballad, delivered on a grand scale by Mariah Carey.
Released as a single from her third album, Music Box, in January 1994, it spent four consecutive weeks at No.
1 in the UK and also topped the charts across Europe, including Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands.
The lyrics portray deep grief and a heartfelt longing for a loved one, powerfully conveyed through her phenomenal vocal range and expressive delivery.
The surging emotion leading into the chorus, together with the dramatic soundscape woven by orchestra and piano, leaves a profound impact on listeners.
It’s a song I recommend when you want to reaffirm your feelings for someone important or when you’re in the mood for a moving, soul-stirring ballad.