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

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.

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.

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.

With or Without YouU2

U2 – With Or Without You (U2 At The BBC)

This is a single by U2 released on March 21, 1987, and it was their first to reach No.

1 in the United States.

Love is often turbulent and doesn’t always go the way we want.

Even so, if the feelings are strong, it’s a love song about being able to keep waiting—whether together or apart.

The One I LoveR.E.M.

R.E.M. – The One I Love (Official Music Video)

A single from the 1987 album Document, released by the American alternative rock band R.E.M.

It was their first hit song.

It charted in the United States as well as in countries such as Canada and the United Kingdom.