Lovely Western music

Beautiful, lovely Western music. A roundup of recommended classic songs.

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

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.

Beautiful, lovely Western music. A collection of recommended classics (41–50)

All of MeJohn Legend

John Legend – All of Me (Official Video)

All of MeJohn Legend

A heartfelt love anthem is powerfully sung by American singer-songwriter John Legend.

This piece is a piano ballad he dedicated to his fiancée (now his wife), expressing unconditional love that embraces every part of the other person.

Released as a single in August 2013, it was included on the album Love in the Future, which came out in September of the same year.

In May 2014, it reached No.

1 on the U.S.

charts.

Known for its deep emotional expression and outstanding piano performance, it has become a popular wedding standard.

It’s a recommended song for anyone looking to deepen their bond with a loved one.

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Two GhostsHarry Styles

Harry Styles – Two Ghosts (live in studio)

Two GhostsHarry Styles

The poignant ballad woven by British artist Harry Styles delicately portrays a lost love.

Set to a melody infused with country and folk-rock elements, it reflects on memories with a former lover and the changes that followed.

Released in August 2017, the song appears on the album “Harry Styles” and captured the hearts of many fans.

With its distinctive slide guitar, the piece symbolically expresses a relationship that has ended and personal transformation.

It’s a recommended track for those seeking to heal the pain of heartbreak or to reflect on their past selves.

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I Don’t Want to Miss a ThingAerosmith

Aerosmith – I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing (Official HD Video)

I Don't Want to Miss a ThingAerosmith

A heart-stirring masterpiece of a rock ballad by Aerosmith.

This song, which expresses a powerful desire not to miss a single moment with a loved one, conveys deep affection and passion.

Released in July 1998 as the theme song for the film Armageddon, it became Aerosmith’s first No.

1 in the United States, achieving the remarkable feat of holding the top spot for four consecutive weeks.

Played during the film’s climax, the song also portrays the bond between father and daughter and the spirit of self-sacrifice, giving it meaning beyond a simple love song.

It’s a highly recommended track not only for couples, but for anyone who wants to feel the bonds with someone important.

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In conclusion

How we perceive music varies with each person’s sensibilities, and even when we simply say something is “pretty” or “beautiful,” that feeling itself differs from person to person.

Even so, I believe the masterpieces introduced here are ones many people will find beautiful and lovely.

We plan to keep adding various classic tracks of “beautiful Western music,” so please look forward to it!