Beautiful, lovely Western music. A roundup of recommended classic songs.
Even if you don’t understand English or don’t usually listen to Western music, songs with beautiful, pure melodies and sounds can be easy to enjoy.
The greatness of music itself transcends language barriers, and many people probably started listening to Western music with a beautiful ballad.
With that in mind, we’ve gathered timeless classics of Western music with stunning, graceful beauty—recommended especially for beginners, regardless of era or genre.
Please enjoy these wonderful songs that may move you to tears with their beauty or fill you with warmth.
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Beautiful and lovely Western music. A collection of recommended classics (1–10)
Close to youCarpenters
“Close to You,” one of the Carpenters’ signature songs.
Many of you may recognize it from commercials and elsewhere.
Its calm overall sound pairs perfectly with Karen’s low, gentle vocals.
Every part of the song is beautiful, but pay special attention to the exceptional quality of the harmonies.
Layering multiple vocal tracks creates a sense of breadth in the sound, which contributes to the song’s beauty.
The choral work toward the end is especially gorgeous, so be sure to listen for it.
HallelujahJeff Buckley
A song that captivates people with just voice and guitar: Jeff Buckley’s “Hallelujah,” released in 1994.
His expressive vocals are like listening to a recitation.
Even if you don’t understand the lyrics, you’ll be drawn deeply into its world.
From the title, you might assume it’s a religious song, but it’s said to be about what happens when a person falls in love.
It’s a beautiful piece where the sacred atmosphere of the performance and lyrics intertwine.
There’s Never a Forever Thinga-ha
A-ha is a synth-pop band from Norway, best known for their signature song “Take On Me.” In “There’s Never a Forever Thing,” introduced here, the vocalist’s appeal—only hinted at in “Take On Me”—is fully brought to the fore.
Even the unusually high notes for a male vocalist ring out with ease and clarity, and his vocal prowess is overwhelming.
It’s a song that showcases Morten Harket’s beautifully expressive voice.
Someone You LovedLewis Capaldi
A particularly beautiful song I want people nursing a broken heart to hear is Lewis Capaldi’s “Someone You Loved.” It’s a piano-and-vocal ballad, and what makes it so beautiful is Capaldi’s emotional voice.
Rather than singing pristinely from start to finish, he delivers powerful vocals that at times feel almost angry—and that intensity is what makes the song so beautiful.
To feel its beauty even more, try listening while reading a Japanese translation of the lyrics.
The emotions poured into the song are sure to move your heart.
HaloBeyoncé
This song with a sacred aura is “Halo,” released in 2008 by the world-renowned diva, Beyoncé.
It’s a piece that expresses love and gratitude toward someone who saved her through love.
“Halo” means a “radiant glow” or “aura,” and it reflects the protagonist’s feelings of seeing the other person as a holy presence, loved so deeply they seem to be shining with a halo.
Her heartfelt vocals sound almost like a powerful prayer.
Especially in the final chorus, Beyoncé’s increasingly powerful singing gives you goosebumps.