[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 and Hall of Fame Classics] Recommended Popular Western Ballads (41–50)
I Need To Be In LoveCarpenters
The Japanese title is “Seishun no Kagayaki,” and this version might actually be more famous as a title.
The lyrics seem to be about a woman who, because of her youth, couldn’t maintain a relationship well, yet puts on a brave face, hoping to find a wonderful love someday.
Karen’s gently resonant, lower voice is truly captivating.
With its beautiful melody, it can be called an eternal classic among ballads.
[Latest Hit Songs & Hall-of-Fame Classics] Recommended Popular Western Music Ballads (51–60)
I See FireEd Sheeran
It was created as the theme song for the movie The Hobbit.
Ed Sheeran reportedly watched the film and composed the song based on his impressions.
You can feel a kind of wistfulness that seems to capture the world of the Hobbits.
It’s a message song that gives you a strong push to move forward when various hardships lie ahead.
Can’t Help Falling In LoveElvis Presley
Also known in Japan by the title “Suki ni Narazuni Irarenai,” this is one of Elvis Presley’s signature ballads.
The song is based on the melody of “Plaisir d’Amour,” a chanson composed in 18th‑century France, and has been covered by many artists.
Talk You Out Of ItFlorida Georgia Line
This is a song released by Florida Georgia Line in 2018 that became popular for its country-style lyrics about pure love and earned support among music fans! You can feel influences from electronic music here and there, and it clearly shows their commitment to evolving while carrying on the spirit of traditional country.
Above all, the melody is easy to follow, so I think you can listen to it over and over again!
HeroMariah Carey
It’s a ballad known as a classic from years past.
The melody is moving, of course, but did you know the lyrics are also truly wonderful? With foreign songs, we often don’t understand the words and end up enjoying only the melody, but I encourage you to read the Japanese translation of the lyrics along with the music.
It’s very touching.
I especially recommend this song when you’re feeling down—it’s one that gives you strength.
Let’s Hurt TonightOneRepublic
When I come home exhausted and listen to this song, it feels like it embodies the cry of my heart, and the tears flow naturally.
The lyrics in particular give me the strength to get through lonely, painful nights.
Also, the singer is cool.
If you want to dive deeper, be sure to read the Japanese-to-English translation of the lyrics.
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.
