[2026 Edition] Classic Western songs with great lyrics: beautiful messages that resonate with the heart

Let Her GoPassenger

Passenger | Let Her Go (Official Video)

A single from the third album, All the Little Lights, released in 2012.

It became a hit in various European countries such as Austria, Belgium, and Denmark.

Mike Rosenberg wrote the song when he was feeling melancholic, reminiscing about his ex-girlfriend.

Youth Ft. KhalidShawn Mendes

Shawn Mendes – Youth (Lyrics) Ft. Khalid

Singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes, known for his well-defined features and steady performances, is extremely popular among teenagers.

He’s also known as Camila Cabello’s partner.

His track “Youth” featuring Khalid is among his most popular songs.

The lyrics portray a strong determination to hold on to one’s youth no matter what happens.

It’s a must-see for students and exam-takers.

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10,000 HoursDan + Shay, Justin Bieber

Dan + Shay, Justin Bieber – 10,000 Hours (Official Music Video)

“10,000 Hours” is a collaborative song by the hallmark country duo Dan + Shay and global pop idol Justin Bieber, who has enjoyed massive popularity since his teenage years.

The lyrics, befitting a classic wedding song, are crafted around a vow of eternal love.

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Sexy to SomeoneClairo

Clairo – Sexy to Someone

The song released in May 2024 by Claire Cottrill from the United States—better known as Clairo—features a distinctly ’70s-style groove and minimalism.

With hip-hop beats, a funky bassline, intermittent keyboard tones, and an alluring flute motif, the track leaves a strong impression.

Lyrically, it explores the universal desire to be seen as attractive, expressed through various everyday situations.

Through familiar scenes—a moment in a park, a hotel, a bar—it portrays the earnest wish to appear appealing to someone.

Clairo’s candid, personal lyrics seem to resonate with many listeners.

WonderwallOasis

Oasis – Wonderwall (Official Video)

A signature song by the British rock band Oasis captivates listeners with its profound lyrics and universal themes.

This piece, which sings of feelings for a loved one and the possibility that they might save you, begins with the gentle tone of an acoustic guitar and deftly conveys a state of mind where hope and uncertainty intertwine.

Included on the album (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?, released in October 1995, it became a worldwide hit.

Covered by many artists, it has earned its place as a classic in music history.

It’s recommended listening when you’re feeling lonely or want to sort out your feelings for someone important.

MemoriesMaroon 5

Maroon 5 – Memories (Audio)

When it comes to Maroon 5’s signature heartbreak songs, it’s got to be “Memories,” of course.

The lyrics portray a poignant sense of longing as the protagonist drinks and looks back on memories of a lover they can’t forget.

There’s also a section where the progression shifts into something like a canon, so that’s a point to listen for as well.

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Keep It LitTegan Marie

Tegan Marie – “Keep It Lit” (Official Music Video)

Tegan Marie, an American female singer, released “Keep It Lit” as her debut single in 2018.

Amazingly, she was only 14 at the time, yet she brilliantly made a pop song with country music elements her own.

The lyric “keep a little spark burning bright” conveys a positive message that perfectly matches the song’s image.