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

Lucky (feat. Colbie Caillat)Jason Mraz

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

This is a duet by American singer-songwriters Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat that celebrates the good fortune of falling in love with someone who’s also your best friend.

Released in January 2009, the song appears on the acclaimed album “We Sing.

We Dance.

We Steal Things.” It portrays lovers who think of each other from afar, carrying a warm sense of reassurance in their bond that outweighs the sadness of being apart.

If you’ve experienced a long-distance relationship, you’ll understand just how important this trust is.

The song won at the 52nd Grammy Awards and was also featured on the TV show Glee.

Even when you’re separated, your hearts remain connected—this track offers that kind of hopeful message.

glue songbeabadoobee

beabadoobee – Glue Song (Official Music Video)

A song that brilliantly captures the exhilaration of a budding romance! Accompanied by a laid-back guitar tone, beabadoobee’s gentle vocals seep into your heart.

The lyric “Tangled up in love, stuck to you like glue” conveys a powerful longing for the other person.

Released in February 2023, this track drew attention as a new song following the album Beatopia.

It’s recommended for anyone newly in love or wishing to spend cherished time with someone special.

The music video, filmed in beabadoobee’s home country of the Philippines, is also a must-see.

Wichita LinemanGlen Campbell

Glen Campbell – Wichita Lineman

A song written by Jimmy Webb.

He got the idea for the song from a solitary telephone line worker he saw working atop a utility pole while driving along the Kansas–Oklahoma border.

Released as a single in 1968, it has been covered by many artists.

Never Tear Us ApartINXS

INXS – Never Tear Us Apart

A song written by lead singer Michael Hutchence.

In 2006, it was chosen as the “Nation’s Favorite Lyric” by viewers of Australia’s music channel VH1.

It was played in the background at Michael’s funeral at St Andrew’s Cathedral in 1997.

Not A Bad ThingJustin Timberlake

Justin Timberlake – Not a Bad Thing (Official Audio)

It’s a song that sincerely cares for someone hurt by love.

The lyrics are filled with affection and compassion, and no matter how many times I listen, I’m moved to the core.

Try listening to it when you’re heartbroken; it will make you feel that you can find a wonderful love again.

Love StoryTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – Love Story

Released in September 2008, this song has become a classic that brilliantly colors the beginning of love.

Inspired by Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, the lyrics portray a difficult romance yet conclude with a happy ending.

Taylor Swift’s clear, airy vocals pair perfectly with the country-tinged sound featuring banjo and fiddle.

The track reached No.

4 on the U.S.

Billboard Hot 100 and has sold over 18 million copies worldwide.

It’s a must-listen for anyone starting a new romance or those who dream of falling in love.

Tell Me That You Love MeVictoria Justice

Victoria Justice – Tell Me That You Love Me Lyrics + Download link

A song that Tori, known from Victorious, sang at a restaurant in place of paying the bill.

It’s a heartbreak song about a couple who once broke up, then, after time passed, reconsidered and deeply wished to get back together, only for that wish to go unfulfilled in a sad ending.