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)
Calling YouHolly Cole Trio
It’s extremely famous as the theme song of the film “Bagdad Cafe.” You hear it very often in TV dramas and the like, which is nothing less than proof that this song is recognized as a masterpiece.
It will undoubtedly transport you into a slightly floating, mysterious world.
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.
ReflectionChristina Aguilera
Singer-songwriter Christina Aguilera captivates listeners around the world with her powerful vocals.
She was a hugely successful artist from the 1990s through the 2000s, and her song “Reflection” was used in 1998 as the theme song for the Disney film Mulan.
This time, we’re featuring the remake version.
It’s crafted with an even more grandiose melody than the 1998 original, so be sure to check it out!
No OneAlicia Keys
A very famous R&B singer, and “No One” hit number one on the Billboard charts, becoming Alicia Keys’ biggest hit.
It’s a wonderful love song, and the melody feels uplifting and expansive, which makes you feel really good.
The lyrics, expressing how they need each other, are filled with love.