Ranking of Popular Love Songs by Male Western Artists [2026]

Sexual HealingMarvin Gaye81rank/position

Marvin Gaye – Sexual Healing (Official HD Video)

Marvin Gaye’s smash hit released in 1982.

Skillfully using a Japanese drum machine, it became one of his signature works from his later period.

It has been covered by numerous artists, including George Michael and Kate Bush.

How Am I Supposed To Live Without YouMichael Bolton82rank/position

Michael Bolton – How Am I Supposed To Live Without You

It’s a pop standard ballad written by Doug James and Michael Bolton, covered by many artists around the world.

This version is Michael Bolton’s 1989 recording, which reached No.

1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and won a Grammy Award.

When a Man Loves a WomanMichael Bolton83rank/position

Michael Bolton – When a Man Loves a Woman (Official Video)

It’s a hit song first recorded in 1966 by soul singer Percy Sledge.

This version by Michael Bolton won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Performance, marking his second Grammy win.

HomeMichael Bublé84rank/position

Michael Bublé – Home [Official Music Video]

The second single from Canadian singer Michael Bublé’s album “It’s Time.” It’s a song about thinking of a lover far away, but it’s often used as a ballad for farewell scenes with friends.

It has also been covered by many artists, including Westlife.

Dirty DianaMichael Jackson85rank/position

Michael Jackson – Dirty Diana (Official Video)

A bittersweet number about an unrequited love that burns him up, as he realizes he was a fool not to notice she had other men.

At the time, people said it might be about Diana Ross, who was rumored to be involved with Michael.

At his peak, Michael’s shouted vocals are stunning in the music video.