Classic Western songs about regret. Recommended popular tracks.
Here’s a list of classic Western songs about “regret.”
The genres vary—love, friendship, and regrets about the past.
As is often the case with Western music, the lyrics in each track feel disarmingly straightforward, almost awkwardly sincere.
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Classic Western songs about regret. Recommended popular tracks (81–90)
Go AwayWeezer
Sometimes a breakup makes you feel sad, and other times you just feel fed up—everyone feels that way now and then.
In those moments, why not sing a song called “Go Away” to let your feelings out? Repeat the lyrics over and over and sing to blow off some steam.
Better Than MeHinder
A track released in 2007 by the American rock band Hinder.
The song portrays the feelings of a man who, while thinking about the life of the woman he loves, suppresses his own emotions.
It was a hit around the world, reaching No.
11 on the charts in Australia.
BandagesHot Hot Heat
A track released in 2003 by the Canadian indie rock band Hot Hot Heat.
The song deals with regret, mistakes, and emotional pain in a relationship with a girlfriend.
It reached No.
25 on the UK charts.
How Could YouMario
A track that sings about the heartbreak of a man betrayed by his girlfriend.
It was released in 2005 by the American singer-songwriter Mario.
This R&B track became a hit in countries such as the United States and Australia.
AftermathR.E.M.
A track released in 2004 by the American alternative rock band R.E.M.
It is about a woman who has broken up with her boyfriend and became a hit in the United States and various European countries.
The music video was filmed at locations including the Hyatt Regency Hotel in San Francisco.
Ain’t Too Proud To BegThe Temptations
An emotional track sung from a man’s perspective as he begs his girlfriend for a final chance.
It was released in 1966 by the American vocal group The Temptations and has been covered by artists such as Rick Astley and The Rolling Stones.
Classic Western songs about regret: recommended popular tracks (91–100)
YesterdayThe Beatles
Thinking about yesterday makes today hard.
It’s a Beatles classic that simply sings of a broken heart.
Even women in their thirties who don’t know many British bands will surely find comfort in a melody they’ve heard somewhere at least once.