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

Worth It ft. Kid InkFifth Harmony

Fifth Harmony – Worth It (Official Video) ft. Kid Ink

This song portrays the strength of a girl in love.

Its bold, confident lyrics and cool sound make a striking impression, bursting with girl power.

It’s perfect for those moments during a relationship when you’re feeling timid—you might just regain your confidence.

No OneAlicia Keys

Alicia Keys – No One (Official Music Video)

It’s a song that won the Grammy Awards for Best R&B Song and Best Female R&B Vocal Performance.

Despite its simplicity, Alicia delivers the beautiful melody with powerful vocals, and you can feel a strong sense of love.

Baby IAriana Grande

Ariana Grande – Baby I (Official Video)

This song captures the cute feelings of a girl in love.

It portrays a down-to-earth romance that anyone can relate to—like being so in love that you can’t even put your feelings into words! Be sure to listen to it when you’re in love.

LuckyJason Mraz & Colbie Caillat

Jason Mraz – Lucky (feat. Colbie Caillat) [Official Video] [HD Remaster]

It’s a song that won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals.

The lovely lyrics portray a romance with one’s best friend, making you long to experience a love like that.

It’s also well-known for being covered on the TV show Glee.

I Need Your Love ft. Ellie GouldingCalvin Harris

Calvin Harris – I Need Your Love (Official Video) ft. Ellie Goulding

This track features Calvin Harris, the world-renowned music producer from Scotland, collaborating with Ellie Goulding, a hugely popular British singer.

It’s a heartwarming love song that portrays a deep attachment to someone who supports you through your anxieties.

Ellie Goulding’s slightly husky, delicate vocals blend brilliantly with the exhilarating beat.

Released as a single from the acclaimed 2012 album “18 Months,” it peaked at No.

4 on the UK Singles Chart.

It’s a key track in the album’s historic achievement of producing eight Top 10 hits.

The song has enjoyed lasting popularity, even appearing in the dance game Just Dance 2014.

It’s a perfect track to play on a night when you’re thinking of someone special.

Be sure to check it out!

I Really Like YouCarly Rae Jepsen

Carly Rae Jepsen – I Really Like You

Canadian songstress Carly Rae Jepsen captivates fans around the world with her poppy melodies and down-to-earth lyrics.

One of her most beloved signature works is this track, released in March 2015.

It captures a rush of overflowing feelings—too soon to say “I love you,” yet too much for just “I like you”—sung over a sparkling synth-pop sound that evokes the ’80s.

Premiered as the lead single from the acclaimed album E•MO•TION, it also drew major attention for its music video featuring actor Tom Hanks.

In Japan, it’s well known as the song used in a LINE MUSIC commercial starring Nana Komatsu.

It’s a perfect pick for anyone looking to confess their feelings or for wedding background music.

If I Can’t Have YouShawn Mendes

Shawn Mendes – If I Can’t Have You (Official Music Video)

Shawn Mendes is a Canadian singer-songwriter known for his sweet, captivating vocals.

Did you know that this track, released in May 2019, was actually written for Dua Lipa? The earnest lyrics insisting that everything is meaningless without the one you love tighten the chest all the more because of their contrast with the sparkling, upbeat melody.

As he himself has said, it’s a work he’s truly proud of, brimming with energy that uplifts its listeners.

Included on the deluxe edition of the album “Shawn Mendes,” it became so beloved that it racked up over a billion plays on U.S.

radio.

It’s the perfect song for anyone caught up in a one-sided crush or for those moments when you want to boost your mood and feel more positive!