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

Need You NowLady Antebellum

Lady Antebellum – Need You Now

A classic love ballad that has been cherished for a long time.

The song is divided into female and male vocal parts, using a twin-vocal, dialogue style where a separated couple confesses their lingering feelings to each other.

After the breakup, they’re both afraid of being alone, and it feels like they might get back together…

but they don’t.

LoveLana Del Rey

Lana Del Rey – Love

A track by American singer Lana Del Rey, released as a digital download in 2017.

It was originally recorded in 2016 under the title “Young and in Love.” The song became a hit worldwide and was certified Gold in Brazil and Sweden.

The FeelsMaren Morris

Maren Morris – The Feels (Official Audio)

I imagine many people like love songs told from a uniquely female perspective.

If you’re looking for a track like that, I recommend Maren Morris’s “The Feels.” As the title suggests, it honestly expresses the feelings of a woman in love, making it easy to relate to.

The upbeat, positive vibe also makes it a love song that can lift your spirits.

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All I Want For Christmas Is YouMariah Carey

Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You (Official Video)

This is Mariah Carey’s smash hit released in 1994—an essential for Christmas.

Its famous lyrics say that what she wants for Christmas isn’t presents, but you.

Even in the cold season, listening to this song with your partner will warm your heart.

With its upbeat and fun vibe, it’s the perfect track to play at a home party or on a date during the holidays.

This LoveMaroon 5

Maroon 5 – This Love

It’s a classic Maroon 5 song depicting a breakup with a lover.

Thanks to the band’s rhythmic sound and Adam’s refreshing high notes, the lyrics—though meant to be sad—somehow come across as positive, which is part of its appeal.

The music video also features a young Adam, who looks handsome and is a must-see.

Me and My Broken HeartRixton

Rixton – Me and My Broken Heart

It portrays, in contrast, the fragility of love that can crumble over trivial things and the greatness of love that can save someone with just a little affection.

Couples often seem tormented by loneliness after a breakup, and the lyrics candidly capture the very state of mind in which that kind of solitude sinks in—something worth paying close attention to.

My LoveSia

Sia – My Love (Eclipse Soundtrack)/Eclipse Music Video

A masterpiece by Sia, also known as an insert song from the movie Twilight.

Some people say that if you listen to it with rain sound effects layered as background noise, it becomes an even greater masterpiece.

Be sure to try playing them together—the song’s brilliance will shine even more.