[Foreign-Love Songs] A roundup of popular overseas love songs and romance songs [2026]

PromisesCalvin Harris, Sam Smith

Calvin Harris, Sam Smith – Promises (Official Video)

Let me introduce a slightly unusual track.

This one is a collaboration between Scotland’s hitmaker Calvin Harris and the talented singer Sam Smith.

Judging by the phrase “Loving is free,” and the music video, it seems like the song was made with the LGBT community in mind.

It’s a wonderful approach that makes you feel it’s perfectly fine for love to take many different forms!

Little ThingsOne Direction

One Direction – Little Things

I can’t help but smile at the lyrics that say, “I know their flaws well, and I know they’re not perfect—but that’s what makes them great!” Truly understanding someone can be difficult.

But if there’s love… this song teaches us just that.

AttentionCharlie Puth

Charlie Puth – Attention [Official Video]

It’s a song in which Charlie Puth sings about a bittersweet male heart, released in 2017.

The sigh-like humming from Charlie at the beginning evokes a sense of melancholy.

Some listeners might feel a jolt at the lyrics about a lover who toys with him just to get attention, while believing he would never leave.

Love You Like A Love SongSelena Gomez

Selena Gomez & The Scene – Love You Like A Love Song

I feel like there are fewer love songs using the classic “I love you” phrase these days.

I hardly even see songs with that title anymore, and in Japanese music the only one that comes to mind is Yutaka Ozaki.

Are clichéd expressions of love already outdated? Maybe that’s why this song’s straightforward message feels so refreshing!

What Lovers Do ft. SZAMaroon 5

Maroon 5 – What Lovers Do ft. SZA (Official Music Video)

It’s one of the hit songs by the American mega-band Maroon 5.

The track also features American singer SZA.

The upbeat rhythm and Adam Levine’s beautiful falsetto vocals make for a classic Maroon 5 combination.

The lyrics portray the push and pull of romance.

The chorus repeats the frustrating plea of “Tell me whether you love me or not.” It’s a song that really lifts your mood when you’re enjoying being in love.

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GirlfriendCharlie Puth

Charlie Puth – Girlfriend [Official Video]

“I want you to be my lover…” This pop number delivers that sweet, bittersweet wish over a breezy beat, sung by Charlie Puth.

His beautiful high-tone vocals resonate pleasantly, melting listeners’ hearts like a decadent dessert.

Released as a single in June 2020, it sparkles with a funky, ’80s-inspired sound.

In the music video, he comically dances while cooking at home, vividly conveying the pre-date excitement.

It’s perfect for confessing your feelings to someone you like or spending a relaxed moment with someone special.

On White Day, be sure to enjoy this song and soak in the sweet mood.

Push My LuckThe Chainsmokers

The Chainsmokers – Push My Luck (Official Video)

Among their releases, this is a mellow love song that came out on November 8, 2019.

They’re known for featuring female artists on most of their tracks, but this time it’s a song made solely by the two of them.

The lyrics feel true-to-life and even include the word “SAKE,” referring to Japanese rice wine.

In any case, crafting bittersweet dance tracks about love has pretty much become their signature.