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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 (11–20)

Solitary ManNeil Diamond

Neil Diamond – Solitary Man (Best Quality Sound&Photo)
Solitary ManNeil Diamond

An American pop artist who produced numerous hit songs from the 1960s to the 1980s.

“Solitary Man” means a lonely man, and the song strongly conveys the feeling of loneliness.

It has been covered by many people and is a song beloved by musicians.

THE LONELIESTMåneskin

Måneskin – THE LONELIEST (Official Video)
THE LONELIESTMåneskin

A poignant song by the Italian rock band Måneskin that depicts the sorrow of losing a loved one.

It expresses a man’s feelings—his love for the partner he lost and the agony of memories of that love—through mellow, melancholic sounds.

Many people have likely experienced “continuing to think about someone you can never meet again.” For those struggling with “I can’t forget that person,” this breakup song offers comfort, reminding us that “everyone goes through a time like that.” Released in October 2022, the track has become a hit, with its music video surpassing 15.4 million views.

If you want to dwell in the sadness of losing someone you love, give it a listen.

I want you to be here (Now You’re Not Here)Swing Out Sister

“I Want You to Stay” is a single released in 1996.

The single was released only in Japan because the song was specially written as the theme for the TV drama “Mahiru no Tsuki” (Midday Moon).

Reflecting the drama’s content, it features a somewhat somber melody line and expresses feelings for “you,” who is no longer here.

SorryTyler Royale

This is a song by Tyler Royale, a singer-songwriter from Atlanta who has been immersed in music since the age of nine.

Released in June 2020, the track is an R&B number that expresses apology and regret toward a former lover.

Even while knowing she can no longer convey her feelings, the painful emotions she still holds for that person are rendered through her deep, soulful vocals, tightening the listener’s chest.

As you listen to the wistful melody, you can almost see the protagonist regretting her mistakes.

Hearing this poignant track might inspire you to be honest with your feelings and express them to someone you cherish, so you won’t have any regrets again.

Hold MeWeezer

A track from the 2005 studio album Make Believe.

Over gentle arpeggios, frontman Rivers Cuomo’s wistful vocals are deeply moving.

This song, which feels like a cry of sheer loneliness, brings you to tears with its guitar solo in the interlude.