Ballad Songs by Male Western Artists: Popular Song Rankings [2026]
I’ve compiled a ranking of popular ballads sung by male Western artists.
Ballads by male Western artists include many songs considered masterpieces, and quite a few have even sparked movements.
Chances are, there are many tunes here that everyone knows or has heard before.
Be sure to check them out.
Playlist
| Ballad Songs by Male Western Artists: Popular Song Rankings [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | See You Again ft. Charlie PuthWiz Khalifa |  play_arrow | A moving song by Charlie Puth and Wiz Khalifa |
| 2 | Open ArmsJourney |  play_arrow | Journey’s classic song “Open Arms” is moving. |
| 3 | Versace on the FloorBruno Mars |  play_arrow | A love song woven by a synthesizer |
| 4 | Viva La VidaColdplay |  play_arrow | The grand kingly sorrow of Coldplay |
| 5 | When I Was Your ManBruno Mars |  play_arrow | A heartfelt ballad that sings of the pain of a broken heart |
| 6 | Purple RainPrince |  play_arrow | The Appeal of Prince’s Masterpiece “Purple Rain” |
| 7 | HonestyBilly Joel |  play_arrow | A masterpiece portraying the conflict between sincerity and love |
| 8 | Shape Of My HeartSting |  play_arrow | The Appeal of Sting's 'Seven Days' |
| 9 | Just The Way You AreBruno Mars |  play_arrow | Introducing Bruno Mars’s classic love songs! |
| 10 | SheElvis Costello |  play_arrow | I feel elegance and grandeur through the effective use of string instruments... |
| 11 | AlwaysBon Jovi |  play_arrow | Bon Jovi’s reconciliation ballad, singing of lingering feelings and love |
| 12 | All of MeJohn Legend |  play_arrow | John Legend's iconic songs whose love themes resonate with the heart |
| 13 | I Just Called to Say I Love YouStevie Wonder |  play_arrow | Stevie’s movie theme song is a smash hit. |
| 14 | Piano ManBilly Joel |  play_arrow | Billy Joel's piano masterpiece |
| 15 | All By MyselfEric Carmen |  play_arrow | A moving masterpiece that portrays loneliness |
| 16 | AngelsRobbie Williams |  play_arrow | Robbie Williams’s smash hit song “Angels” |
| 17 | Never Say GoodbyeBon Jovi |  play_arrow | Bon Jovi's classic, a love confession song |
| 18 | I Miss YouBoyz II Men |  play_arrow | Focus on Boyz II Men's vocal prowess! |
| 19 | TrulyLionel Richie |  play_arrow | Timeless songs that heal the heart and sing of eternal love |
| 20 | Mama, I’m Coming HomeOzzy Osbourne |  play_arrow | A classic song by a representative heavy metal band |
| 21 | Against All OddsPhil Collins |  play_arrow | Phil Collins’s classic song “Against All Odds” |
| 22 | GorillaBruno Mars |  play_arrow | Bruno Mars’s 2013 digital single |
| 23 | Fix YouColdplay |  play_arrow | Coldplay's ballad song |
| 24 | The ScientistColdplay |  play_arrow | Coldplay's piano ballad |
| 25 | YellowColdplay |  play_arrow | The famous British rock band Coldplay |
| 26 | You’re BeautifulJames Blunt |  play_arrow | A poignant song about unrequited love becomes a global hit |
| 27 | PurposeJustin Bieber |  play_arrow | A ballad that sold 750,000 copies |
| 28 | Sexual HealingMarvin Gaye |  play_arrow | Marvin Gaye’s groundbreaking classic “Sexual Healing” |
| 29 | You Are Not AloneMichael Jackson |  play_arrow | Michael Jackson's ballad becomes a big hit |
| 30 | UnforgettableNat King Cole |  play_arrow | Nat King Cole's Love Song Collection |
| 31 | (Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The BayOtis Redding |  play_arrow | The final song released in their lifetime, a chart-topping, melancholic masterpiece |
| 32 | Against All Odds (Take A Look at Me Now)Phil Collins |  play_arrow | Phil Collins’s classic, a heart-stirring ballad |
| 33 | Kiss From A RoseSeal |  play_arrow | Seal’s classic song “Kiss from a Rose” |
| 34 | In Da Club50 Cent |  play_arrow | The appeal of 50 Cent’s signature song “In Da Club” |
| 35 | Time To Say GoodbyeAndrea Bocelli & Sarah Brightman |  play_arrow | A classic duet by Bocelli and Brightman |
| 36 | Don’t Take Your Love AwayAvant |  play_arrow | The love song of Avant’s “Don’t Take Your Love Away” |
| 37 | Stand By MeBen E. King |  play_arrow | Timeless love songs that resonate in people's hearts |
| 38 | Just the Way You AreBilly Joel |  play_arrow | The ultimate love song: you are beautiful just the way you are. |
| 39 | The Longest TimeBilly Joel |  play_arrow | The classic song from Billy Joel’s 1983 album |
| 40 | Uptown GirlBilly Joel |  play_arrow | A love story between a young worker and an upper-class woman |
| 41 | Rock Wit’chaBobby Brown |  play_arrow | Bobby Brown’s captivating R&B song |
| 42 | Bed of RosesBon Jovi |  play_arrow | A moving song by Bon Jovi that sings of love and devotion |
| 43 | I’ll Be There For YouBon Jovi |  play_arrow | Bon Jovi's classic, a timeless, unfading sound |
| 44 | These DaysBon Jovi |  play_arrow | Bon Jovi is a popular rock band. |
| 45 | End Of The RoadBoyz II Men |  play_arrow | Boys II Men’s classic song “End of the Road” |
| 46 | On Bended KneeBoyz II Men |  play_arrow | “On Bended Knee” is a poignant love song about wishing to get back together. |
| 47 | Water Runs DryBoyz II Men |  play_arrow | A Boyz II Men ballad that suits the sea |
| 48 | No Matter WhatBoyzone |  play_arrow | A song composed by Weber was a hit with Boyzone. |
| 49 | JACKIE BROWNBrent Faiyaz |  play_arrow | Shake the soul with a deeply resonant, heart-stirring singing voice. |
| 50 | My HometownBruce Springsteen |  play_arrow | Bruce Springsteen’s hometown and upbringing |
| 51 | Marry YouBruno Mars |  play_arrow | A Las Vegas–style wedding song that expresses love in a bright, cheerful way |
| 52 | Talking to the MoonBruno Mars |  play_arrow | Bruno Mars’s classic heartbreak ballad |
| 53 | (Everything I Do) I Do It For YouBryan Adams |  play_arrow | Iconic power ballads by Canadian singers |
| 54 | SailingChristopher Cross |  play_arrow | Christopher Cross's classic song “Sailing” |
| 55 | What I Put You ThroughConor Maynard |  play_arrow | A poignant singing voice, a masterpiece that deeply portrays the feelings of love |
| 56 | A Song For YouDonny Hathaway |  play_arrow | A legend of the soul world, music that transcended cultural barriers |
| 57 | The Last WaltzEngelbert Humperdinck |  play_arrow | Humperdinck's classic ballad |
| 58 | HeroEnrique Iglesias |  play_arrow | The ballad by Enrique that captivated the world |
| 59 | I’m A Fool To Want YouFrank Sinatra |  play_arrow | Sinatra’s emotionally charged jazz ballad masterpiece |
| 60 | My WayFrank Sinatra |  play_arrow | The appeal of Frank Sinatra’s classic “My Way” |
| 61 | Strangers In The NightFrank Sinatra |  play_arrow | A love ballad depicting Sinatra’s mature romantic feelings |
| 62 | Lost in the FireGesaffelstein & The Weeknd |  play_arrow | A sad love song in the electro style |
| 63 | Better TogetherJack Johnson |  play_arrow | Surf music singer from Hawaii |
| 64 | Goodbye My LoverJames Blunt |  play_arrow | Brandt’s bathroom recording piano piece |
| 65 | Broken StringsJames Morrison ft. Nelly Furtado |  play_arrow | Morrison’s ballad becomes a big hit in Europe |
| 66 | HallelujahJeff Buckley |  play_arrow | The classic song “Hallelujah” that captivates with vocals and guitar |
| 67 | Made to LoveJohn Legend |  play_arrow | A gem of a love song that sings of destined love |
| 68 | ImagineJohn Lennon |  play_arrow | John Lennon's signature song, a highly popular classic |
| 69 | WomanJohn Lennon |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic filled with love for women |
| 70 | Missing YouJohn Waite |  play_arrow | A heartfelt ballad that sings of the pain of a broken heart |
| 71 | Glimpse of UsJoji |  play_arrow | A poignant song by a Japanese singer active on the global stage |
| 72 | FaithfullyJourney |  play_arrow | A moving ballad that’s a classic hit by Journey |
| 73 | GhostJustin Bieber |  play_arrow | Singing of lost love and thoughts for someone dear |
| 74 | I’ll Show YouJustin Bieber |  play_arrow | A powerful song that portrays the growth of society and the individual |
| 75 | MirrorsJustin Timberlake |  play_arrow | A moving ballad depicting deep love and mutual understanding |
| 76 | My LoveJustin Timberlake |  play_arrow | Justin Timberlake's supreme love song |
| 77 | StrongerKanye West |  play_arrow | Kanye West’s innovative hip-hop tracks |
| 78 | What A Wonderful WorldLouis Armstrong |  play_arrow | Armstrong Peace Hope Anti-War Song |
| 79 | Lets get it onMarvin Gaye |  play_arrow | Marvin Gaye, a pioneer of neo-soul |
| 80 | Holly Jolly ChristmasMichael Bublé |  play_arrow | Jazz arrangement of Christmas songs |
| 81 | Heal The WorldMichael Jackson |  play_arrow | A song to make the world a better place |
| 82 | Hold My HandMichael Jackson |  play_arrow | A heartwarming pop song that conveys a message of love and unity… |
| 83 | 7 SummersMorgan Wallen |  play_arrow | A heartfelt ballad that evokes summer memories |
| 84 | Last NightMorgan Wallen |  play_arrow | A Morgan Wallen song depicting the struggles of love |
| 85 | SmileMorgan Wallen |  play_arrow | A heartfelt ballad that sings of the pain of a broken heart |
| 86 | L-O-V-ENat King Cole |  play_arrow | The Allure and Popularity of Nat King Cole’s “L-O-V-E” |
| 87 | Nothing Without LoveNate Ruess |  play_arrow | Nate Ruess solo debut single 2015 |
| 88 | Every Time You Go AwayPaul Young |  play_arrow | Paul Young’s classic, a US No. 1 hit |
| 89 | Glory of LovePeter Cetera |  play_arrow | An inspiring classic that vows eternal love |
| 90 | A Groovy Kind Of LovePhil Collins |  play_arrow | Phil Collins' emotionally resonant movie classic |
| 91 | One More NightPhil Collins |  play_arrow | Phil Collins's wistful night ballad |
| 92 | Love My LifeRobbie Williams |  play_arrow | A classic song celebrating self-love and gratitude |
| 93 | TrueSpandau Ballet |  play_arrow | Spandau Ballet’s classic “True” is a masterpiece. |
| 94 | JuicyThe Notorious B.I.G. |  play_arrow | Introduction to Notorious B.I.G.'s signature songs |
| 95 | Earned ItThe Weeknd |  play_arrow | Award-winning weekend R&B love song |
| 96 | Rolling StoneThe Weeknd |  play_arrow | A masterpiece of Western pop ballads where poignancy and sensuality intersect |
| 97 | Apologize ft. OneRepublicTimbaland |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad of regret and reconciliation, a worldwide hit |
| 98 | SICKO MODE (ft. Drake)Travis Scott |  play_arrow | Travis Scott’s innovative track with three-stage beat |
| 99 | PILLOWTALKZAYN |  play_arrow | One Direction’s Zayn, sexy music |
| 100 | I Do It For YouBryan Adams |  | A classic by Bryan Adams becomes a movie theme song. |