Love songs in Western music: classic and popular tracks to listen to when a romance begins

I Wanna KnowJoe

Joe – I Wanna Know (Official Video)

Born on July 5, 1973, he is an American R&B singer-songwriter and music producer.

When it comes to ballads, it’s Joe—and when you think of Joe, you think of ballads.

He sings about the feeling that inevitably comes in love: wanting to know everything about the person you adore.

How about listening to it with someone you have a crush on?

EmotionsMariah Carey

Mariah Carey – Emotions

A song from diva Mariah’s second album.

It topped the U.S.

singles chart for three consecutive weeks.

The lyrics, which revel in unrequited love, are perfect for cheerfully supporting a girl’s romance! Her emotional vocals resonate even more with a heart in love.

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Let Me Love YouMario

Mario – Let Me Love You (Official Video)

Mario is an American singer-songwriter born on August 27, 1986.

Sometimes it happens that the person you like already has someone else they like! If you feel you could love that person more but can’t convey it well, you’ll surely relate to this song.

Lovin’ YouMinnie Riperton

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Minnie Riperton, who has an exceptionally wide five-and-a-half-octave vocal range.

In the chorus of this song, you can hear her ultra-high notes.

Many listeners will relate to the lyrics about how loving you makes my life beautiful.

Once you find someone to love, you might even find yourself able to hit those high notes too!

Unchained MelodyThe Righteous Brothers

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Released on July 17, 1965, this song by The Righteous Brothers is also well known as the theme song of the film “Ghost.” When lovers are separated, they start to worry, wondering if their love will be okay, and they long for each other’s warmth.

In those moments, try listening to this song—it will surely give you courage.

You Were Meant For MeJewel

Jewel – You Were Meant For Me HQ

Even though the relationship is over, I still can’t shake the habits from when he and I were together.

Even my smallest gestures are exactly the same as when he was with me.

This Jewel song vividly portrays days that can never be forgotten and wounds that won’t heal.

Jewel’s sweet, aching voice seems to echo through the room—a highly relatable song that many women have experienced at least once.

American Country Love SongJake Owen

Jake Owen – American Country Love Song (Official Video)

A track released as a digital download in 2016 by American country music artist Jake Owen.

It sings about a love filled with youth and a sense of adventure.

The track reached No.

1 on the U.S.

charts and was certified Gold.