Ranking of Western Love Songs [2026]
I’ve put together a collection of wonderful, popular Western love songs.
They’re introduced in a ranking format based on the number of video views.
Take a look to see which love songs are popular and use it as a reference!
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Western Pop Love Song Rankings [2026] (21–30)
If I Can’t Have YouShawn Mendes21rank/position
Shawn Mendes is a Canadian singer-songwriter known for his sweet, captivating vocals.
Did you know that this track, released in May 2019, was actually written for Dua Lipa? The earnest lyrics insisting that everything is meaningless without the one you love tighten the chest all the more because of their contrast with the sparkling, upbeat melody.
As he himself has said, it’s a work he’s truly proud of, brimming with energy that uplifts its listeners.
Included on the deluxe edition of the album “Shawn Mendes,” it became so beloved that it racked up over a billion plays on U.S.
radio.
It’s the perfect song for anyone caught up in a one-sided crush or for those moments when you want to boost your mood and feel more positive!
SugarMaroon 522rank/position
Maroon 5 is a U.S.
band that has churned out global hit songs, and many people in Japan are likely familiar with them.
Known for their stylish sound that blends genres like alternative rock, pop, and R&B, they also have a strong reputation for catchy, sweet love songs.
Among these, “Sugar” comes especially recommended.
It’s one of their signature tracks and is widely popular overseas as a go-to wedding song.
It’s perfect for occasions like wedding anniversaries.
UnfaithfulRihanna23rank/position
For those looking for a slightly deranged breakup song, I recommend “Unfaithful.” The lyrics are basically an orthodox breakup song, but the chorus ends with the chilling line, “I don’t want to be a murderer.” It portrays the feelings of a woman who catches the person she loves with another woman—raw and terrifying, right? (lol) The melody is also heavy, matching the lyrics perfectly.
When I Was Your ManBruno Mars24rank/position
A poignant piano ballad that sings of heartbreak and regret.
Written from the perspective of a man who has lost his lover by American artist Bruno Mars, the song captures the complex emotions of regretting past mistakes while still wishing happiness for the other person.
Released in January 2013, it appears on the album “Unorthodox Jukebox” and became a worldwide hit, reaching No.
1 on the U.S.
Billboard charts.
With its simple piano accompaniment and powerful vocals, it’s recommended for those seeking to heal the pain of a broken heart or to reaffirm their feelings for someone special.
Secret Love SongLittle Mix ft. Jason Derulo25rank/position
The collaboration song “Secret Love Song” by Little Mix and Jason Derulo portrays a forbidden romance between a man and a woman who can’t be together in public.
Rather than a song about regretting an affair, it focuses on the couple’s love despite the relationship being forbidden.
While songs like this often depict more mature relationships, this one presents a relatively youthful love story.
It was also commercially successful, winning the Teen Choice Award for Love Song.
Blank SpaceTaylor Swift26rank/position
This song portrays the tumult of romance with humor and irony.
Taylor Swift cleverly turns the way the media treats her on its head, exaggerating the image of a woman who dates a lot.
The lyric about writing a new lover’s name on a “blank space” symbolizes the cycle of relationships.
Released in November 2014, it spent seven consecutive weeks at number one in the U.S.
It received high praise from critics and was nominated for a Grammy Award.
It’s a recommended track for those who’ve experienced heartbreak and want to take a closer look at themselves.
SorryBeyoncé27rank/position
Beyoncé’s iconic track “Sorry” is filled with anger.
She had been dating the rapper JAY-Z, but they broke up after he cheated.
It’s said that “Sorry” channels that anger.
It’s basically full-on beef (lol).
The lyrics read like, “I don’t care about you one bit anymore,” and so on.
The hip-hop-leaning production also makes it feel super beefy (lol).
Definitely check it out!
Call Me MaybeCarly Rae Jepsen28rank/position
Carly Rae Jepsen’s 2012 hit about giving her crush her phone number and saying, “Call me.” Her cute vocals are sure to make your heart skip a beat.
The music video is captivating, set up like a love story, and its shocking ending will make you laugh.
What do you mean?Justin Bieber29rank/position
Justin Bieber’s hit song “What Do You Mean?” became a worldwide smash.
Haven’t you ever broken up without understanding the reason, thinking, “Why? What does that mean? I don’t really get it”? It’s the perfect song for times like that.
The Heart Wants What It WantsSelena Gomez30rank/position
It’s a song addressed to her ex, Justin Bieber, as everyone knows.
When something this raw is made public, all you can do is cry, right? And yet, it’s a track overflowing with her charm that, in a way, encourages women going through painful love.
This heartbreaking song, which conveys Selena’s feelings without hiding them, must have left many emotions in the hearts of the women who listened.
