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A Collection of Heart-Touching Western Ballads — From Classics to the Newest Hits

Although I don’t usually listen to much Western music, I suspect there are quite a few people who have a favorite famous ballad.

Ballads don’t really demand a specific type of listener, and many people probably discover them through movie or TV drama theme songs or commercials and end up liking them.

There are many ways to define a ballad, but in this article we highlight classic Western ballads that fit the general image—from piano ballads to rock ballads, across eras—introducing wonderful songs that truly “resonate with the heart.”

We also touch on the meanings of the lyrics, so you might deepen your understanding of songs you love.

Be sure to check it out!

Compilation of Heart-Touching Western Ballads: From Classics to the Newest Songs (51–60)

PerfectEd Sheeran

Ed Sheeran – Perfect (Official Music Video)
PerfectEd Sheeran

This gem of a ballad, which sings of true love, was created by British artist Ed Sheeran, inspired by his relationship with his wife, Cherry Seaborn.

It delicately portrays everyday moments between lovers—like walking barefoot on the grass—and the unconditional affection that makes even a partner’s wind-tousled hair look beautiful.

Included on the March 2017 album ÷ and released as a single that September, the song also drew attention for its duet version with Beyoncé.

It’s a perfect choice for couples celebrating weddings or special anniversaries, and is recommended for anyone who wants to reaffirm their honest feelings for the one they love.

MotherMichael Bublé

Michael Bublé – Mother (Official Audio)
MotherMichael Bublé

Michael Bublé, a Canadian artist known for turning nostalgic jazz vibes into modern hits, included this piece on his March 2022 album, Higher.

It’s a moving ballad that tenderly sings of warm gratitude to his mother.

Gentle lyrics describing a mother’s unconditional love and daily devotion are accompanied by soft piano and strings, while Bublé’s rich, velvety vocals resonate deeply.

It’s the perfect song for those who want to convey the gratitude they’re usually too shy to express through music, or for anyone looking for a heartfelt Mother’s Day gift.

That PartLauren Spencer Smith

Lauren Spencer Smith – That Part
That PartLauren Spencer Smith

A heartwarming ballad released in May 2023 by Lauren Spencer Smith, a young singer-songwriter from Canada.

Celebrating a deep bond with a lover and a yearning for the future, this song overflows with the pure feelings of a young woman.

Included on her debut album, Mirror, the track beautifully pairs Lauren’s clear, airy vocals with gentle piano, resonating deeply with listeners.

It’s especially recommended for couples newly in love or anyone wishing to reaffirm their connection with someone special.

By the way, Lauren first drew attention after appearing on American Idol in 2020, and she’s a rising star whose future success is highly anticipated.

Can You Stand The RainNew Edition

New Edition – Can You Stand The Rain
Can You Stand The RainNew Edition

This is a classic that captures the charm of New Edition, the R&B group that defined the 1980s.

Released in January 1988, this ballad appears on their album Heart Break and reached No.

1 on the Billboard R&B chart.

Johnny Gill and Ralph Tresvant’s exquisite harmonies shine throughout.

The lyrics portray the strength of love that weathers life’s storms together, making it a popular wedding staple.

Their warm, soulful vocals—born in America—make it a perfect song for a rainy day.

A heart-stirring gem of a ballad, highly recommended for those who want to deepen their bond with a loved one.

Talking to the MoonBruno Mars

Bruno Mars – Talking To The Moon (Official Lyric Video)
Talking to the MoonBruno Mars

This song, which sings of bittersweet feelings echoing on a summer night, is a beautiful ballad that entrusts love for a precious person far away to the moon and speaks to them.

Carried by a simple piano melody, Bruno Mars’s deeply expressive vocals reach straight to the heart.

Featured on his 2010 debut album Doo-Wops & Hooligans, it became a classic, spending nine consecutive weeks at number one in Brazil.

It was also beloved as the theme song for the Brazilian TV drama Insensato Coração.

When you listen on nights you’re thinking of a lover or when you’re apart from someone important, its blend of longing and hope resonates in your chest.