Western love songs about long-distance relationships. Long-distance love songs from around the world dedicated to couples.
“I wonder if they still love me… Can we keep making this work from now on…?” When you can’t see the one you love, it’s natural to be wrapped in anxiety.
Long-distance relationships come with the loneliness of being apart—and also the joy and trust that can only be felt because of the distance.
This time, we’ve gathered English-language songs about long-distance love that capture those complex emotions unique to being far apart.
In English-speaking countries, people often refer to long distance simply as “distance,” and a long-distance relationship is called a “long-distance relationship.”
These songs will resonate with anyone who’s experienced a long-distance relationship, or who’s in one right now.
Please give them a listen.
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There IsBox Car Racer
Box Car Racer, the band that unfortunately disbanded in 2003.
Even though they’ve broken up, they’re still highly regarded by listeners who love post-hardcore and pop-punk.
Their song “There Is” is one of their hits and sings about the pain of long-distance relationships.
The lyrics are quite delicate and vulnerable, which actually adds to their authenticity.
Be sure to check out the Japanese translation too! If you’re in a long-distance relationship, you’ll probably find the lyrics very relatable.
I Drove All NightCéline Dion
The classic song “I Drove All Night,” created by Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelly, is famous in versions by Cyndi Lauper and Céline Dion.
The Céline Dion version featured here has a more stylish melody than the original.
The song portrays the feelings of an impulsive woman who drives to see her distant lover.
Cyndi Lauper’s version has a rock flavor.
Be sure to check them out!
Little WandererDeath Cab for Cutie
A melancholic slow track about long-distance love, characterized by guitar-driven sound.
It’s a track from the album “Kintsugi,” released by Death Cab for Cutie in 2015.
The album was nominated for a Grammy Award.
Many The MilesSara Bareilles
A pop song by American singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles—who has a history of Grammy nominations—that incorporates elements of jazz.
It’s a highly popular track known for freeing listeners from the frustration and loneliness felt in long-distance relationships.
200,000The Rocket Summer
The Rocket Summer is a solo project by Bryce Avary, active since 1999 and based in Dallas–Fort Worth, Texas.
He was selected by AP Magazine as one of the “100 Bands You Need to Know.” This track is included on the 2012 album Life Will Write the Words.