[Western Music] The ultimate collection of love songs: a roundup of timeless, heart-touching classics

How Do I BreatheMario

Mario – How Do I Breathe (Official Video)

In Mario’s 2007 release, the sentimental lyrics about longing for a former lover are deeply moving.

When you feel like crying over a broken heart and missing your ex, let Mario’s warm, embracing vocals soothe you.

You’ll surely be able to take a step toward new love.

This LoveMaroon 5

Maroon 5 – This Love

It’s a classic Maroon 5 song depicting a breakup with a lover.

Thanks to the band’s rhythmic sound and Adam’s refreshing high notes, the lyrics—though meant to be sad—somehow come across as positive, which is part of its appeal.

The music video also features a young Adam, who looks handsome and is a must-see.

My LoveSia

Sia – My Love (Eclipse Soundtrack)/Eclipse Music Video

A masterpiece by Sia, also known as an insert song from the movie Twilight.

Some people say that if you listen to it with rain sound effects layered as background noise, it becomes an even greater masterpiece.

Be sure to try playing them together—the song’s brilliance will shine even more.

Hey, Soul SisterTrain

Train – Hey, Soul Sister (Official Video)

As everyone knows, it’s a classic by Train, but it seems this song is playfully packed with lyrics and melodies from ’80s music scattered throughout.

If you listen casually, you might not even notice, as it’s been crafted into a breezy track that perfectly suits the gentle warmth of spring.

With or Without YouU2

U2 – With Or Without You (U2 At The BBC)

This is a single by U2 released on March 21, 1987, and it was their first to reach No.

1 in the United States.

Love is often turbulent and doesn’t always go the way we want.

Even so, if the feelings are strong, it’s a love song about being able to keep waiting—whether together or apart.

The One I LoveR.E.M.

R.E.M. – The One I Love (Official Music Video)

A single from the 1987 album Document, released by the American alternative rock band R.E.M.

It was their first hit song.

It charted in the United States as well as in countries such as Canada and the United Kingdom.

i love youBlu Cantrell

Blu Cantrell-I Love You

A superb love song where exquisite electric piano and vocals in the direct lineage of Black music truly shine.

Its simple yet straightforward message—“I love you”—hits home, and the smooth melody seeps straight into the heart.