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

Thinking Out LoudEd Sheeran

Ed Sheeran – Thinking Out Loud (Official Music Video)

This is a song from singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran’s second album, released in 2014.

With a slow guitar sound and Sheeran’s straightforward vocals that warm the heart, it’s that kind of song.

“I fall in love with you every single day”—the sweet lyrics make it a lovely track.

Change The WorldEric Clapton

Eric Clapton – Change The World

Even if you only know Eric Clapton by name—or don’t know his name at all—you’ve probably heard this song at least once.

It sings of a love so deep it’s as if the beloved woman is the center of the world.

The sweet, lingering melody is a masterpiece.

I hope you’ll take the time to read the lyrics closely.

DifferencesGinuwine

Ginuwine – Differences

It’s “Differences” by American R&B singer Ginuwine.

As a classic R&B vocalist, he delivers a track overflowing with a sweet, romantic vibe.

If you want to create a sultry atmosphere or things are going well with a woman, having an R&B song like this playing could bring you closer all by itself.

In that sense, it’s a wonderful, versatile song you can really put to use.

Last Night On EarthGreen Day

Green Day-Last Night On Earth Official Video

Speaking of Green Day, they’re an American punk rock band, but this song is a romantic ballad dedicated by guitarist and vocalist Billie Joe Armstrong to his wife.

It’s a hidden gem that sets sentimental lyrics—about sending a letter to the woman he loves—to a gentle melody.

November RainGuns N’ Roses

Guns N’ Roses – November Rain

As you can tell from the fact that the title translates to “November Rain,” it’s a bittersweet love song.

It’s the best rock ballad included on the 1991 album Use Your Illusion I.

The lyrics are wonderful, prompting deep reflection on love, and it’s a song I highly recommend listening to while reading the translation.

Don’t Wanna KnowMaroon 5

Maroon 5 – Don’t Wanna Know (Official Music Video)

Everyone knows that the right thing to do is to quickly forget the woman you broke up with and move on to the next love.

But you can’t help wondering how she’s doing, whether she has a new boyfriend, and so on.

This is a house-style love song that captures those feelings.

The music video is oddly cute, so it’s a must-see.

And it’s heart-wrenching.

Sexual HealingMarvin Gaye

Marvin Gaye – Sexual Healing (Official HD Video)

This track, included on Midnight Love—the final album by the peerless soul singer Marvin Gaye—became a massive hit in 1982, reaching No.

3 on the U.S.

charts.

With vocals that are sultry yet tinged with sadness and a richly layered track, it stands as one of the quintessential soul numbers of the 1980s.