Recommended Western music for women in their 30s: world classics and popular songs

Every Time I Close My EyesBabyface

Babyface – Every Time I Close My Eyes

A track released in 1997 by American musician Babyface.

It became a hit around the world, reaching No.

3 on the UK charts.

It features backing vocals by Mariah Carey and a saxophone solo by Kenny G.

All About Lovin’ YouBon Jovi

Bon Jovi – All About Lovin’ You

A track released as a single in 2003 by the American rock band Bon Jovi.

It became a hit in Australia, Brazil, and various European countries.

The music video features actress and model Rachel Nichols.

He IsBrandy

Brandy-He Is

A pop track incorporating elements of R&B and gospel.

It was released as a single in 2002 by Brandy, an American singer-songwriter and actress.

Grammy-winning songwriters Warryn Campbell and Harold Lilly were involved in its production, and it reached No.

78 on the U.S.

charts.

Crazy For YouMadonna

Madonna – Crazy For You (Official Video)

Madonna’s 1985 hit song, “Crazy For You.” It’s the kind of track that would fit perfectly when you come home, light a candle in a pitch-dark room, and sink into a slightly sentimental mood.

She wasn’t sure if she liked him, but now she clearly knows she does! The song conveys the mood of a woman lost in thought as she comes to that realization.

Without YouMariah Carey

Mariah Carey – Without You (Official HD Music Video)

It might be that every song this person sings ends up becoming a classic—this is Mariah Carey’s “Without You.” It even feels like her voice itself is an instrument.

Just by adding the instrument called Mariah Carey, the song’s level of perfection shoots up.

What an absolutely wonderful singing voice.

When I Look At YouMiley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus – When I Look At You

Miley Cyrus’s “When I Look At You” feels like the quintessential American girl anthem.

It’s a grand, ballad-style song, but it also conveys a sense of scale that seems very American, wrapping both strength and gentleness together.

It’s the perfect track for people who love an American lifestyle or that sweeping, cinematic vibe.

A Thousand MilesVanessa Carlton

Vanessa Carlton – A Thousand Miles

Even among Japanese people, it’s a famous song everyone has heard at least once: Vanessa Carlton’s “A Thousand Miles.” It’s a memorable unrequited love song, with the striking line, “If I could just see you, I’d walk a thousand miles.”