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.
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Western songs to listen to when you feel lonely: World classics and popular tracks (11–20)
Under The BridgeRed Hot Chili Peppers
A melancholic song that represents the early Red Hot Chili Peppers.
From the guitar arpeggios in the intro, the atmosphere makes it impossible not to feel sadness, and the depiction of someone writhing in lonely suffering feels painfully raw—a somewhat tough song to listen to.
Marlene on the WallSuzanne Vega
Suzanne Vega is an American female singer-songwriter who has been active since the 1980s.
Her music is generally known for its introspective tone, and among those songs, this is one you might especially want to listen to when you’re feeling lonely.
In Japan, it’s also well known because Tomoyo Harada covered it.
Day DreamingAretha Franklin
A classic by American soul singer Aretha Franklin.
With her powerful yet gentle voice, the Queen of Soul’s charm can be enjoyed to the fullest in this track.
True to its title, it makes you feel as though you’re drifting through a daydream.
When you’re feeling lonely, let its airy comfort soothe your heart.
You Are Not AloneMichael Jackson
Singer-songwriter Michael Jackson, affectionately known as the King of Pop.
While his dance numbers are famous, he also has a wealth of ballads that sink deeply into the heart.
The song I’d like to recommend today is a profoundly warm piece that gently stays close to those who are in deep loneliness or despair.
To anyone who feels they can no longer carry the burden alone, this track speaks softly yet powerfully: “You are not alone.” His compassionate voice is like a single beam of light cutting through the darkness.
Released as a single in August 1995 from the album HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I, it debuted at No.
1 on the Billboard chart—a first in the chart’s history.
If you listen to it on a desperately lonely night, your heart will feel a little lighter, along with warm tears.
Be sure to check it out!
When I Was Your ManBruno Mars
A song whose piano timbre evokes loneliness.
True to its title, this track conjures the image of a lover who is no longer by your side, and lets you fully savor Bruno Mars’s overwhelming vocal prowess.
At times he sounds like he’s shouting, at others like he’s crying—and his voice may move you to tears before you know it.
Be sure to have a handkerchief ready when you listen.