Love songs in Western music: classic and popular tracks to listen to when a romance begins
I’ve put together a collection of love songs from Western music.
From sweet melodies to beautifully phrased lyrics that are hard to express in Japanese, these are love songs with a charm you don’t often find in J-pop.
This playlist is recommended not only for fans of Western music, but also for anyone who wants to discover wonderful tracks beyond Japanese love songs.
Find the music that stays close to your heart in love.
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Western love songs: Classic and popular tracks to listen to when love begins (71–80)
Stay TogetherSuede

Suede is a rock band formed in London, England in 1989, and they are winners of the Mercury Music Prize.
This song was released in 1994.
It is said to be Suede’s most ambitious single and the track that defined their distinction from other indie bands.
God only knowsThe Beach Boys

A song written by Brian Wilson together with Tony Asher, an advertising copywriter and lyricist.
It reflects Wilson’s interest in spirituality.
The French horn section on this track is performed by Alan Robinson, who appeared on many film scores, including The Sound of Music and The Ten Commandments.
Song For WhoeverThe Beautiful South

A song that portrays a cynical songwriter who has relationships with women to gather material for his songs, and a satire of the pop music industry.
It was released as a single in 1989 by the British pop rock group The Beautiful South.
Love songs in Western music: classic and popular tracks to listen to when love begins (81–90)
SonnetThe Verve

A song that sings about lovers’ quest to fulfill the purpose of love.
It features backing from a string section centered on a violin.
It is a single released in 1998 by the Britpop band The Verve.
With YouTyler Shaw

A romantic track by Tyler Shaw that captures the very moment when love first begins to bloom.
Set to a gentle, enveloping melody, it portrays the fate of two people who meet by chance on a cold street corner.
Released in September 2018, the song appears on his second album, Intuition, and reached the Top 5 on Canada’s radio charts.
The lyrics overflow with the exhilaration of newly fallen love and the desire to do anything for the other person.
It’s a recommended listen for anyone sensing the start of a new romance or wishing to look back on memories with someone special.
Sweet ThingVan Morrison

A love ballad by Irish singer-songwriter Van Morrison, considered one of his most romantic songs.
It was included on his second album, Astral Weeks, released in 1968.
The song was used in the 2012 film The Five-Year Engagement.
We Might Even Be Falling In LoveVictoria Monét

Let me introduce a perfect song for the exhilaration of spring.
Sung by Victoria Monét, this track is a refreshing piece that evokes the spark of new romance.
Its sweet melody and refined R&B sound gently envelop the listener.
Featured on the album “JAGUAR,” released in August 2020, the song beautifully captures the anticipation and excitement of the early stages of love.
It’s highly recommended for anyone thrilled by new encounters and relationships.
As the warm spring weather sets in, why not refresh your spirit by listening to this track?


