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 (21–30)
Englishman In New YorkSting
A signature song by STING, who is also famous as the frontman of THE POLICE.
When you can’t shake off a lonely feeling, it might be good to fully immerse yourself in it.
The melody evokes a sprawling metropolis swept by autumn winds, and STING’s slightly husky vocals gently captivate you.
Eleanor RigbyThe Beatles
A Beatles song with strings in a classical style, a narrative piece that tragically portrays a fictional character.
Its minor-key melody combined with a classical atmosphere creates a dark impression, making it a song you want to listen to carefully when you’re alone.
Western songs to listen to when you feel lonely: World classics and popular tracks (31–40)
DriveThe Cars
This is a song by the American rock band The Cars, released in 1984, that gently accompanies the hearts of those who feel lonely.
It sings about the helpless feeling of still caring even after a breakup.
The phrase “Who’s gonna drive you home?” is especially memorable.
In July 1985, during the Live Aid event, it was used as background music for clips depicting the Ethiopian famine.
When you feel lonely or when someone comes to mind, why not listen to this song? You may realize that there is someone out there who cares about you.
Alone I BreakKorn
An achingly lyrical ballad woven by the American nu-metal band Korn.
It stands apart from their usual aggressive sound, highlighting vocalist Jonathan Davis’s delicate, clean voice as it quietly portrays the loneliness and anguish sinking to the depths of the heart.
The anguished cry of “falling apart alone” seems to reflect a soul collapsing from within, burdened by despair that no one can understand.
When you feel crushed by inescapable loneliness and listen to this song, you may sense it simply staying beside your pain.
It’s a tear-inducing track that gently loosens a taut heart.
Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved MeThe Smiths
When it comes to the headliners of the UK’s ’80s new wave scene, The Smiths inevitably come to mind.
It’s no exaggeration to say that Morrissey’s dark, brooding lyrical world and Johnny Marr’s guitar defined the band.
For Smiths fans, the most tear-jerking song is the one on their fourth album, “Strangeways, Here We Come.” I strongly feel it’s filled with a sadness that foreshadows their later breakup—what do you think?
When your goneAvril Lavigne
It’s said to be one of Avril’s breakup songs, but depending on how you interpret it, it can also be taken as a song about losing someone important to you.
Even after that precious person is no longer right in front of you, the song powerfully expresses the enduring feelings you have for them, and Avril’s strong vocals resonate deeply in the chest.
Stranger in MoscowMichael Jackson
The song “Stranger in Moscow,” by global pop star Michael Jackson, conveys a profound sense of loneliness.
As the title suggests, it was written in a hotel in Moscow.
It’s a poignant piece that captures the struggle to cope with sadness and pain, alongside the fear of never recovering.