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] Soul-stirring ballads: Classic love songs (111–120)

Disney GirlThe Beach Boys

the beach boys – Disney Girls (1957) – The Platinum

Disney GirlThe Beach Boys

A ballad that makes you feel a deep, gentle warmth.

The whistling at the end brings me to tears.

It’s an eternal classic that will never fade.

It’s a number that stirs nostalgia, as if wishing summer would never end.

The song is by one of the members, Bruce Johnston, and his piano-and-vocal version is also lyrical and lovely.

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The Last RideTodd Rundgren

Todd Rundgren/The Last Ride

The Last RideTodd Rundgren

This is a soulful ballad sung by Todd Rundgren.

His prowess as a vocalist is on full display.

It’s also a song where you can strongly feel Todd’s love for blue-eyed soul.

The album version featuring Hall & Oates on backing vocals is well worth a listen.

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wherever u rUMI, V

UMI, V – wherever u r (ft. V of BTS) official lyric video

wherever u rUMI, V

A heartwarming ballad themed around long-distance love.

UMI’s gentle, airy vocals tenderly convey the strength of a bond that stays connected no matter where you are.

Born from a collaboration with BTS’s V, the song was released on December 30, 2023, to coincide with V’s birthday.

It’s the perfect track for stepping away from the hustle and bustle and spending a calm, peaceful moment.

Anyone living apart from someone close will surely relate deeply.

It’s also recommended for those who want to express feelings for someone special through music.

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To Love You MoreCéline Dion

Céline Dion – To Love You More (Official Audio)

To Love You MoreCéline Dion

An exquisite love song filled with burning, heartrending emotion.

Celine Dion’s powerful yet delicate vocals resonate deep within the heart.

Written specifically for the Japanese TV drama “Koibito yo” (My Lover), the song was released in Japan as a mini CD in October 1995 and reached No.

1 on the Oricon Singles Chart.

It became a massive hit, selling 1.5 million copies domestically.

The lyrics, which portray a woman’s poignant wish to reclaim a lost love, have struck a chord with many listeners.

If you want to express strong feelings to someone you love, this song might be the perfect, subtle way to convey your heart while you listen.

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My Love Mine All MineMitski

Mitski – My Love Mine All Mine (Official Video)

My Love Mine All MineMitski

A gem of a ballad that sings of the dignity and endurance of love.

Mitski’s gentle voice illuminates the heart like moonlight.

Included on the album “The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We,” this song has captivated many listeners since its release in September 2023.

Though material things are transient, the way she sings that love alone will forever be ours inspires deep empathy.

It’s a track for anyone who has experienced parting with someone dear, or who wants to reflect on the love within themselves.

Its tender melody will surely seep into your heart.

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