Lovely love song

[Western Music] Ballads that resonate with the heart: Classic love songs

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.

Western ballads have such moving melodies and vocals filled with the kind of emotion unique to singers overseas that you can’t help but get drawn in.

Their lyrics often express feelings very directly and have a sense of storytelling, which feels different from Japanese songs.

I’d like to introduce some classic ballad love songs from Western music!

If you look up the lyrics, you’ll probably find yourself thinking, “So that’s what they’re singing about,” and become even more interested—so find a favorite track and check it out!

They have a charm that’s distinct from Japanese ballads, so if you’re wondering which Western songs to listen to, I hope this helps as a reference!

[Western Music] Ballads That Resonate With the Heart: Classic Love Songs (91–100)

Marry MeTrain

Train – Marry Me (Official Video)

Marry MeTrain

Set to a sweet, gentle melody, this song weaves tender yet bittersweet feelings as it vows an eternal bond with a loved one.

From the moment of love at first sight with someone met at a café, it portrays a pure heart dreaming of a future walked together.

Its simple expressions of love and sincere sentiment make it a moving piece that resonates deeply with listeners.

Released in October 2010 as the third single from the album “Save Me, San Francisco,” it was well received on various music charts, reaching No.

34 on the Billboard Hot 100 and ranking high on the Adult Contemporary chart.

Celebrated as a signature track packed with Train’s charm, it’s a heartwarming song perfect for proposals and other romantic moments of pledging love.

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I Will Always Love YouWhitney Houston

Whitney Houston – I Will Always Love You (Official 4K Video)

I Will Always Love YouWhitney Houston

Whitney Houston, who captivated the world with her overwhelming vocal prowess.

This work, sung by the American-born artist, is a grand ballad that vows eternal love.

It portrays a self-sacrificial love that chooses separation for the other person’s happiness—a universal theme that resonates with many.

Released in November 1992, the song was used as the theme for the film The Bodyguard and became a massive hit.

It won the Grammy Award for Record of the Year and spent 14 consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the U.S.

Billboard Hot 100 chart.

If you want to feel profound love and the bittersweetness of parting, give it a listen.

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SkyfallAdele

Adele – Skyfall (Official Lyric Video)

SkyfallAdele

A gem of a ballad that blends a soul-stirring melody with an emotionally rich voice.

It’s a masterpiece that leaves a powerful impression on listeners.

The strong vocals that color the film’s scenes appeal directly to the listener’s emotions.

While the lyrics are straightforward, they express the dramatic world of the work, allowing you to appreciate the nuances of the language.

Released on October 5, 2012 to coincide with Global James Bond Day, it topped charts worldwide and won both the Golden Globe and the Academy Award.

Reading the Japanese translation allows for a deeper understanding of the song and a shared sense of emotion.

Highly recommended when you want to indulge in the ultimate love ballad.

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Wholy HolyAretha Franklin

Aretha Franklin – Wholy Holy [Live]

Wholy HolyAretha Franklin

Aretha is singing a Marvin Gaye song.

Marvin Gaye’s flavor is sprinkled throughout.

A gorgeous sound, Aretha’s powerful vocals, and a thunderous gospel chorus—everything is simply overwhelming.

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We’ve Only Just BegunCarpenters

Carpenters We’ve Only Just Begun

We've Only Just BegunCarpenters

It’s a hopeful song that seems to herald the opening of a new life.

The Carpenters’ clear, pure vocals resonate deeply with listeners.

Released in 1970, it was a major hit on the charts in the United States and Canada.

Loved as a wedding song, it’s perfect for celebrating a couple’s new beginning.

Highly recommended for those who want to feel the beauty of walking through life with someone they love.

Why not surrender yourself to the beautiful harmonies the Carpenters weave and let your thoughts drift to a future with someone special?

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