I Want to Be Healed from the Heart: Recommended Western Ballads Sung by Female Vocalists
Ballads are known for having many melodies and lyrics that really hit you in the heart.
Suddenly, but do you know the clear definition of a ballad?
In fact, the definition of a ballad is quite ambiguous: as long as it’s a “story-like song,” it can be considered a ballad regardless of the melody.
So this time, we’ve picked out some classic ballad masterpieces.
Unlike in Japan, Western ballads feature a wide variety of melodies, so be sure to check them out.
The first half features famous classics, but the second half includes lesser-known yet incredibly tasteful tracks.
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I Want to Be Healed from the Heart: Recommended Western Ballads Sung by Female Vocalists (61–70)
SaltTinashe
Tinashe had been active as an actress and model since she was young, and she made her major debut as a solo singer in 2009.
Salt is a ballad released in 2018.
It’s a heartbreaking breakup ballad sung by her in her twenties.
The song is filled with the atmosphere crafted by Tinashe, who has been heavily influenced by artists like Michael Jackson and Christina Aguilera.
Forever for NowLP
Singer-songwriter LP has garnered popularity for her husky voice and consistent musical style.
Many of you may know her for the global smash hit “Lost On You,” released in 2016.
She is recognized as a prominent LGBT artist, and many of her songs explore those themes.
In “Forever for Now,” for example, the music video features a kiss between two women, creating a distinctly sensual atmosphere.
Highly recommended for those who enjoy sultry, female-led ballads.
Caught Up In The RaptureAnita Baker
This is the lead single from Anita Baker’s classic album, Rapture.
I remember hearing it on the radio for the first time and heading straight to the CD shop.
This song made me a fan of Anita Baker, and it’s still my favorite to this day.
STAYBLACKPINK
K-pop has become popular in Japan, and now it’s gaining popularity in Europe and the United States as well.
Among them, BLACKPINK is one of the most popular female K-pop idol groups and has become well-known in Japan too.
Their song “STAY” is one of BLACKPINK’s signature ballads, and its acoustic sound—now rare among contemporary pop artists—is particularly appealing.
Million ReasonsLady Gaga
Lady Gaga is a globally popular musician, well known in Japan as well.
While people tend to focus on her eccentric fashion and performances, her true allure lies in her singing.
Please give her best ballad songs a listen—even just once.
You might come to appreciate yet another facet of her remarkable appeal.
Close To YouCarpenters
The Carpenters are a duo that’s extremely popular in Japan—well known as a brother-and-sister pop act.
While they’re hugely popular here, their global recognition actually isn’t quite as strong.
That’s because when they rose to fame, rock was all the rage, and pop music wasn’t as readily embraced.
Even so, it’s cool how they never compromised their musical style.
“Close to You” is a classic ballad by the Carpenters.
Viva ForeverSpice Girls
A track released in 1998 by the British girl group Spice Girls.
It entered the Top 10 on charts around the world and was certified platinum in three countries.
In the stop-motion animated music video, the members appear as fairies.