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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Healing from the heart—Recommended Western ballads sung by female vocalists (161–170)
ConsequencesCamila Cabello
Camila Cabello, who rose to fame as a member of Fifth Harmony and later succeeded as a solo artist, has released works that evoke Latin music, reflecting her Latin roots.
She’s also well-regarded for her ballads, and among them, “Consequences” is especially popular.
There are always things you lose when you fall in love.
This song explores the “cost” of love.
Be sure to check it out.
WhyAnnie Lennox
A track released by Annie Lennox in 1992.
It reached the Top 10 on charts around the world and won an Ivor Novello Award.
The music video, directed by Sophie Muller, won an MTV Video Music Award.
En Mi PielBuika
Buika is one of the world’s top vocalists.
She is from Spain and also performs as a flamenco cantaora.
With that background, her musical style is a rare blend of jazz and R&B known as nuevo flamenco.
Her song “En Mi Piel” was created as the theme for the film “The Skin I Live In.” It’s a very quiet piece, and the way she masterfully conveys that calm shows just how exceptional her vocal ability is.
Save The Best For LastVanessa Williams
Vanessa Williams is a multi-artist who excels as a musical theater performer, actress, and singer.
She’s well-known both as a singer and as an actress.
Among her many songs, “Save The Best For Last” is especially popular.
In terms of genre, it falls somewhere between pop and adult contemporary.
The melody is very catchy, making it easy to listen to.
If you’re interested, be sure to check it out!
CloserCorinne Bailey Rae
Corinne Bailey Rae, a singer-songwriter from the UK.
She’s gained popularity as an artist with a wide range of songwriting abilities, from poppy, laid-back melodies reminiscent of country music to stylish R&B-like tunes.
She originally played in a rock band and is said to have been strongly influenced by L7.
That’s hard to imagine given her current musical style.
Among her ballads, the one I especially recommend is “Closer.” It’s crafted as smooth, very mellow R&B, making it perfect for driving music.
summertimeDiana Ross
It’s a ballad that resonates in the heart of the eternal songstress who reigns supreme.
Her clear, soulful voice has such depth that it draws you completely into Diana Ross’s world.
You can understand why it’s often cited as a quintessential female-vocal ballad.
The melancholy sound and the languid atmosphere, coupled with a profound, weighty melody, linger in your ears long after it ends.
You Needed MeAnne Murray
Anne Murray sings with clear, teacher-like diction and a beautiful melody.
And yet, she still weaves in genuine emotion—impressive as ever.
I think this is a masterpiece among masterpieces; you can’t talk about ballads without knowing this song.