Let's leap over the language barrier! Western love songs with great lyrics
Western love songs that are familiar in Japan from weddings and TV commercials.
In this article, I took a closer look by focusing on the lyrics.
It would be a shame to just listen without knowing the “language barrier” and the true meanings!
I’m sure the real melody flows beyond the language.
Try making a full-length, line-by-line translation of your favorite song.
You’ll likely make unexpected discoveries and notice all kinds of things.
This time, I’ll introduce you to exquisite love songs born across the sea.
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Leap over the language barrier! Western love songs with great lyrics (91–100)
Be MoreStephen Sanchez
A sweet love song by Stephen Sanchez that deftly portrays the heartfelt exchange between two people in love.
Laced with beautiful metaphors like “wishing on a star” and “dancing in the raindrops,” it conveys a desire for a deeper bond that goes beyond conventional, surface-level expressions of affection.
The track is included on the album Angel Face and was released in August 2023.
It also drew plenty of buzz, from a Glastonbury duet with Elton John to a performance at Sofia Richie’s wedding.
It’s the perfect song for spending special moments with someone you cherish.
To Lose My LifeWhite Lies
A track released in 2009 by White Lies, an indie rock band from London.
It was a hit in the UK and elsewhere, reaching No.
8 on the charts in Israel.
It has been used in the TV dramas The Vampire Diaries and The Hills.
Step In The Name Of LoveR. Kelly
R.
Kelly has many songs with provocative lyrics, but this one sings about love in a peaceful way.
The warm lyrics express the idea of “let’s keep stepping and dance together all night in the name of love,” flowing over a laid-back R&B track and creating a sense of beauty.
Best Of My Love LiveThe Emotions
It’s a happy 70s soul tune that sings about a lover as my best partner, saying that life from here on will be the best and full of happiness as long as we’re together.
With a light, upbeat sound and the phrase “best of my love” all over the song, it’s often used at weddings.
That KissThe Courteeners
The Courteeners are an indie rock band formed in Manchester in 2006.
This track was written by frontman Liam Fray and released as a single in 2008.
It reached No.
36 on the UK charts.