When you’re hurting and feel like you want to disappear… timeless Western songs to listen to at times like these
The power of music is tremendous—sometimes just listening to a song when you’re feeling down can lift your spirits.
However, it’s rare to come across songs like that, and it’s not easy to find tracks that truly match your tastes.
In particular, I think Western music is harder to discover compared to Japanese music.
So this time, I’ve selected some classic Western songs for those moments when you’re struggling or feel like disappearing.
I’ve also included explanations of the lyrics, so even if you don’t understand English, you can still enjoy them without any trouble.
Please take your time and enjoy.
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I’m hurting, I want to disappear… Western music masterpieces to listen to in those moments (31–40)
Rebel HeartMadonna
This is a work by Madonna that looks back on her life with painful honesty.
It’s included on her album Rebel Heart, released in March 2015.
At first glance, it’s a song with a light, acoustic sound, but its lyrics are remarkably introspective.
The way she confronts the loneliness behind her glory and the past in which she hurt herself by pretending to be someone else is deeply piercing.
This track is one you’ll want to listen to on nights when your heart feels like it might break, when you want to face your own weaknesses—it carries a warmth that seems to affirm your true self.
If you tend to spend time alone lost in thought, be sure to check it out.
Another Lonely NightAdam Lambert
A sweet, melancholic song that portrays the feelings left behind after a relationship that didn’t work out.
Its sad yet beautiful music video was directed by renowned fashion photographer Luke Gilford.
She Don’t Love YouEric Paslay
A song about a woman who is disappointed and hurt.
It is said to be a ballad written for former Steel Angels member Jennifer Wayne (granddaughter of John Wayne) and someone else.
The music video was filmed at the historic Opera House, the Staar Theatre.
Simple ManKlaus Nomi
Klaus Nomi, an artist whose talent was recognized by David Bowie—leading him to join as a backing vocalist and later succeed as a solo performer—gained popularity for his soprano-like vocal production, eccentric fashion, and distinctive musical style.
In fact, he was the first famous person in the world to die from AIDS, and it’s said that when he released Simple Man, he already knew his time was limited.
It’s no exaggeration to call this song a work he staked his life on, so I’m sure it will give you courage.
Lonely DaySystem Of A Down
A song written by System Of A Down’s guitarist, Daron Malakian.
It is about an event he is trying to forget.
It was nominated for Best Hard Rock Performance at the Grammy Awards.
It was used in the 2006 film Disturbia.