What is soft rock? Masterpieces with captivating, soothing melodies
Soft rock soothes the soul with gentle melodies and a pop-infused sound.
Since the 1970s, this genre has softly colored the music scene, retaining rock’s power while offering mellow, approachable melodic lines.
Many listeners are surely captivated by its lyrics that, though easy on the ears, resonate deeply in the heart.
Here, we introduce a selection of gems that let you fully savor the charm of soft rock.
Enjoy discovering a wonderful new track.
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What is soft rock? Masterpieces with soothing, appealing melodies (31–40)
I’d Love You To Want MeLobo
A song released as a single in 1972 by Lobo, a singer-songwriter born and raised in Florida.
It was a hit in countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and Germany.
The song has been covered by artists including Liza Minnelli and Dennis Jones.
Keep on Loving YouREO Speed Wagon
A romantic song released as a single in 1980 by the American rock band REO Speedwagon.
It was inspired by lead singer Kevin Cronin and his relationship with his wife.
A charming love song, it’s a popular choice for weddings and similar occasions.
SaraStarship
A song produced by Austrian composer and producer Peter Wolf—who has also been nominated for a Grammy—and his wife, Ina.
It was released by Starship in 1985.
The title “Sara” is named after the wife of vocalist Mickey Thomas.
On And OnStephen Bishop
A song released as a single in 1977 by American singer-songwriter Stephen Bishop.
He got the idea and wrote it while shopping at a grocery store in Silverlake.
It became his first hit and charted in the United States, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, and other countries.
Fields Of GoldSting
A song about joy and the fact that it will someday come to an end.
It is said to be one of the favorite songs of Sting’s wife, Trudie Styler, whom he married in 1992.
The track was used in the 2000 TV drama The Sopranos and in The Office in 2007.
What is soft rock? Masterpieces with enchanting, soothing melodies (41–50)
TimeThe Alan Parsons Project
A song released as a single in 1981 by the British progressive rock group The Alan Parsons Project.
It is said to be the most popular track on their 1980 album, The Turn of a Friendly Card.
The song is sung from the perspective of a middle-aged man reflecting on the past and the future.
Have You Ever Really Loved A Woman?Bryan Adams
A song released as a single by Bryan Adams in 1995.
The flamenco guitar is performed by Paco de Lucía.
It was featured in the romantic comedy film Don Juan DeMarco starring Johnny Depp and was nominated for a Grammy Award.