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 (41–50)
LovesongThe Cure
A track released in 1989 by The Cure.
It was written by lead singer Robert Smith as a gift to his fiancée.
It has been covered by many artists, including Tori Amos, and 311’s version was used in the 2004 film “50 First Dates.”
Leap over the language barrier! Western love songs with great lyrics (51–60)
Toothpaste KissesThe Maccabees
A track released as a single in 2008 by the British indie rock band The Maccabees.
The track was used in a Samsung commercial and in the 2008 British comedy film “Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging.”
SonnetThe Verve
A track that sings about deep endurance in love and the accompanying pain.
Released in 1998 by the Britpop band The Verve, it became a hit in countries such as the UK and Australia.
This track was used in the MTV animated series “Daria.”
I Want YouThalia featuring Fat Joe
A cheerful track where happy lyrics about finally meeting the ideal person you’ve longed for are sung over lively piano and other upbeat instrumentation.
Fat Joe’s rap adds a nice spice, making it a truly blissful number.
The Lady In RedChris De Burgh
A track released in 1986 by Chris de Burgh.
The title “The Lady in Red” refers to his wife, Diane, and was inspired by their first meeting.
It has been used in films such as American Psycho and was sampled in Vektroid’s 2010 track “Nobody Here.”
Ain’t No Other ManChristina Aguilera
A track released in 2006 by Christina Aguilera.
Inspired by her husband, the track won a Grammy Award.
It features a retro sound and samples The Moon People’s 1969 track “Hippy, Skippy, Moon Strut (Opus #1).”
First LoveJennifer Lopez
In Japan, Jennifer Lopez is strongly associated with being an actress, but in fact, as a singer, she performs love songs with such wonderful lyrics.
While her beautiful looks tend to draw attention, listening to this song reveals a new side of her through its lyrics and melody.