[Latest Hits & Hall of Fame Classics] Recommended Popular Western Ballads
Grand worldbuilding, the beautiful timbre of instruments, and emotionally rich vocals…
When it comes to ballads, they’re the kind of songs that make us seek deeper emotional impact than usual, aren’t they?
In particular, Western ballads have a sweeping, larger-than-life mood that makes you want to revisit them from time to time.
How about you?
From the latest hits to hall-of-fame classics, we’ve carefully curated and listed the very best!
From sad themes and heartbreaking love songs to prayers for peace—and even some surprisingly groovy numbers—there’s a dazzling array of ballads here.
Enjoy!
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[Latest Hit Songs & Hall-of-Fame Classics] Recommended Popular Western Music Ballads (51–60)
Sea of LoveRobert Plant’s The Honeydrippers
A slightly nostalgic Western ballad released in 1984.
It’s a classic by Robert Anthony Plant, best known as the vocalist of Led Zeppelin.
Overflowing with West Coast vibes, this ballad remains timeless even today—highly recommended.
It’s the perfect song to listen to while gazing out at the sea.
If I Never Knew YouShanice & Jon Secada
It’s a beautiful ballad featuring a duet between a man and a woman.
As the title suggests, the song begins with “If I hadn’t met you.” The powerful vocals convey just how important the other person is, and it’s truly moving.
Listening to it as a couple will make a perfect day even better.
Bridge Over Troubled WaterSimon&Garfunkel
Known in Japan by the title “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” this song was released by Simon & Garfunkel in 1970 and reached No.
1 in the United States.
Influenced by gospel music, it features a beautiful piano accompaniment and has been widely covered by many artists.
Breathe AgainToni Braxton
This is a song released in 1993 by the American female singer Toni Braxton.
Toni’s mother was an opera singer, and Toni grew up familiar with singing, performing in church from a young age; her vocal prowess is well regarded.
While it’s delivered with a powerful voice, overall it’s a smooth, mature ballad.
Dance Without The MusicYeng Constantino
She is a Filipino artist who debuted in 2006 after winning an audition program.
The music video for this song features various locations in Japan, and this soothing ballad is highly recommended.
Although she isn’t very well-known in Japan, her gentle voice is unforgettable once you hear it.