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Western songs to listen to when you feel lonely: world classics and popular hits

There are songs that give you courage when you feel lonely, songs that help ease your solitude—so many different styles.

This time, we’re introducing classic Western tracks to listen to when you’re feeling alone.

Surely there are people around you who care about you.

Don’t overthink it—anyone is fine! Try listening while thinking of someone who’s always by your side.

Western songs to listen to when you feel lonely: World classics and popular tracks (91–100)

Lost On YouLP

LP – Lost On You (Official Music Video)
Lost On YouLP

A sound that feels like an otherworldly space lingers in the ear.

It’s a song by LP, a singer-songwriter from the United States.

It’s the title track from the 2016 album “Lost on You.” A love song that speaks to a cherished person, its wistful melody evokes an autumnal mood.

WE’RE ALL ALONEBoz Scaggs

We’re All Alone (with lyrics) Boz Scaggs
WE'RE ALL ALONEBoz Scaggs

This is a quintessential heart-wrenching ballad.

The silky high-tone vocals are aching.

The piano intro is aching.

The strings that come in partway through are aching.

It’s not background music—it’s a masterpiece you want to immerse yourself in and fully feel the sadness.

I think it’s okay to cry.

YesterdayThe Beatles

The Beatles – Yesterday (Live With Spoken Word Intro, New York) [Remastered 2015]
YesterdayThe Beatles

Thinking about yesterday makes today hard.

It’s a Beatles classic that simply sings of a broken heart.

Even women in their thirties who don’t know many British bands will surely find comfort in a melody they’ve heard somewhere at least once.

Your SongElton John

Elton John Your Song (with translated lyrics)
Your SongElton John

A famous Elton John classic that needs no introduction.

It’s a song that still resonates across eras and generations.

If you don’t know it yet, go listen to it right now! And if you’re worn out by loneliness, why not let his embracing voice gently wrap around you? It will surely warm your heart.

Maison Ikkoku

Alone Again (Naturally)Gilbert O’Sullivan

Maison Ikkoku Alone again High Quality

This is a hit song by Irish singer Gilbert O’Sullivan that sings of loneliness and the pain of heartbreak.

Its beautiful melody and delicate lyrics really touch the heart.

Many listeners may relate to the protagonist, who feels such despair that he even considers suicide.

Released in 1972, it spent six consecutive weeks at number one on the U.S.

Billboard chart.

The song was also used in the anime adaptation of Rumiko Takahashi’s manga Maison Ikkoku.

Listening to it when you’re feeling heartbroken or lonely can be encouraging—it reminds you that you’re not alone.