[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 Hits & Hall of Fame Classics] Recommended Popular Western Music Ballads (11–20)
Need Your Love feat. Noah KahanGryffin & Seven Lions

Here’s a top-tier collaboration between Gryffin and Seven Lions, two artists lighting up the global EDM scene.
It’s a beautiful track that blends their distinct styles into a powerful, grand sonic world.
The melody is gorgeous, and it’s not only danceable but also a superb vocal-driven number that’s a joy to listen to.
BeautifulBazzi feat. Camila Cabello

This is a very sweet and romantic song woven with distinctly American values.
Sung with Bazzio’s sweet vocals, the lyrics are a seriously blush-worthy love song.
And, as always, Camila Cabello’s voice is one of a kind, offering a fresh musical experience.
Their duet is a beautiful track where their voices intertwine and play off each other brilliantly.
Ten Feet TallWrabel

With the rather eccentric title ‘Ten Feet Tall,’ you can’t really tell what kind of song it is until you actually listen—but once you hit play, you’re swept away by its lush vocals and instrumentation.
Reading the lyrics reveals an additional literary depth that is another part of its charm.
Also, be sure to look up and enjoy the remix that Afrojack plays.
That version has a strong anthem feel and is timeless EDM.
Rain On MeLady Gaga, Ariana Grande

Despite what the title might suggest, it’s a bright, breezy uptempo tune.
I hesitated to call it a ballad, but its dramatic contrasts and grand scale led me to categorize it as one.
It features a distinctly nostalgic bassline reminiscent of 2000s house music, making it perfect for the summer season.
It’s also great for the rainy season leading into summer, with a brisk momentum that blows away the damp humidity.
Is this the definitive 2020s-style future house? It carries a nostalgic vibe that subtly nods to old-school house music.
Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande had never collaborated before, making this a long-awaited pairing for fans!
Before You GoLewis Capaldi

This is a popular ballad by Scottish artist Lewis Capaldi, whose rich, deep vocals are truly captivating.
Featured on his debut album “Divinely Uninspired to a Hellish Extent,” it pairs a simple sound arrangement with an unflinching look at negative themes, delivered with emotional intensity that is profoundly moving.
It also gained significant traction on social media, so many younger listeners are likely very familiar with it.
Love SomeoneLukas Graham

Lukas Graham is a band that’s hugely popular in Denmark.
I think their pop, catchy songs are relatable to people all over the world.
This is one of their ballads.
Even though it’s a ballad, it’s not too heavy—it’s a wonderfully warm song, overflowing with love.
[Latest Hits · Hall of Fame Classics] Recommended Popular Western Ballads (21–30)
My AllMariah Carey

This Latin-tinged ballad, released as the final single from the 1998 album “Butterfly,” became her 13th No.
1 on the U.S.
charts.
Inspired by the culture she experienced in Puerto Rico, it sets a poignant longing for a separated lover against the sound of acoustic guitar.
From whispery lows to soaring highs in the finale, Mariah Carey’s delicate vocals shine throughout.
The monochrome music video directed by Herb Ritts is equally beautiful, with seaside and lighthouse imagery that enhances the song’s sensual world.
A heart-stirring classic ballad, perfect for nights when you can’t be with the one you love.


