A popular, up-and-coming male singer-songwriter in Western pop music
Regardless of race—white, Black, or otherwise—era, or place of origin, don’t you find male singers in Western music incredibly captivating?
One of the unique joys of Western music is hearing distinctive vocal styles—tones and phrasing that Japanese singers could almost never produce—brimming with individuality.
So this time, we’ve put together a wide-ranging selection of popular male singer-songwriters from Western music, mixing both classic and contemporary artists.
There may still be plenty of artists you haven’t discovered yet.
Be sure to give them a listen!
Playlist
| A popular, up-and-coming male singer-songwriter in Western pop music | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | I’m Not The Only OneSam Smith | play_arrow | Sam Smith’s moving music and LGBTQ+ activism |
| 2east | Instant KarmaJohn Lennon | play_arrow | John Lennon's innovative musical activities and his commitment to peace |
| 3east | Space OddityDavid Bowie | play_arrow | David Bowie's musical innovation and influence |
| 4east | Bad DayDaniel Powter | play_arrow | Daniel Powter delivers an inspiring vocal performance at the piano |
| 5east | Move On UpCurtis Mayfield | play_arrow | Curtis Mayfield, a master of soul |
| 6east | A Song For YouLeon Russell | play_arrow | Leon Russell, legendary musician |
| 7east | Walk on the Wild SideLou Reed | play_arrow | Lou Reed, an eccentric genius of the rock revolution |
| 8east | And i love herKurt Cobain | play_arrow | Kurt Cobain has a solo album |
| 9east | What’s Going OnMarvin Gaye | play_arrow | Marvin Gaye, the king of soul |
| 10east | ShipbuildingRobert Wyatt | play_arrow | Robert Wyatt overcame adversity and continued making music. |
| 11east | SuperstitionStevie Wonder | play_arrow | The life and achievements of Stevie Wonder |
| 12east | One Kind Of LoveBrian Wilson | play_arrow | Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys’ revolutionary |
| 13east | Brown SugarD’Angelo | play_arrow | D’Angelo, a talented singer influenced by a wide range of genres |
| 14east | Heart of GoldNeil Young | play_arrow | Neil Young's musical life and impact on society |
| 15east | I Know What You Did Last SummerShawn Mendes | play_arrow | Notable songs composed by Shawn Mendes |
| 16east | One Call AwayCharlie Puth | play_arrow | A romantic love song by Charlie Puth |
| 17east | Hope For The FuturePaul McCartney | play_arrow | The solo works of the Beatles members were overshadowed. |
| 18east | Where It’s AtBeck | play_arrow | Beck’s impact is huge. A fresh breeze in rock. |
| 19east | Ain’t No SunshineBill Withers | play_arrow | Bill Withers, beloved around the world for his soul-stirring classics |
| 20east | Oliver’s ArmyElvis Costello & The Attractions | play_arrow | The appeal of Elvis Costello |
| 21east | Still Crazy After All These YearsPaul Simon | play_arrow | Paul Simon, leading the music scene for half a century |
| 22east | Just The Way You AreBruno Mars | play_arrow | Bruno Mars’s romantic R&B pop |
| 23east | PhotographEd Sheeran | play_arrow | Ed Sheeran’s long-distance love song |
| 24east | back to friendssombr | play_arrow | Sombar is an indie rock singer-songwriter |
| 25east | The HillsThe Weeknd | play_arrow | Hit songs by The Weeknd |
| 26east | OrdinaryAlex Warren | play_arrow | A young singer-songwriter trending on TikTok |
| 27east | Bad HabitSteve Lacy | play_arrow | Steve Lacy's genre-blending |
| 28east | Two FingersJake Bugg | play_arrow | Jake Bugg’s distinctive voice and luster |
| 29east | Beautiful ThingsBenson Boone | play_arrow | Benson Boone, great success from TikTok |
| 30east | Last NightMorgan Wallen | play_arrow | Morgan Wallen: A popular country singer |
| 31east | Soft Spotkeshi | play_arrow | Keshi is a lo-fi hip-hop singer-songwriter. |
| 32east | SayJohn Mayer | play_arrow | John Mayer's beautiful guitar and singing voice |
| 33east | Someone You LovedLewis Capaldi | play_arrow | Lewis Capaldi's captivating singing voice and music |
| 34east | GraceJeff Buckley | play_arrow | An immortal classic by a legendary singer-songwriter |
| 35east | Love YourselfJustin Bieber | play_arrow | A song criticizing Justin Bieber’s ex-girlfriend |
| 36east | Pick MeAlec Benjamin | play_arrow | The Appeal and Success of Alec Benjamin’s Pop-Folk Music |
| 37east | When You Come Back To Me AgainGarth Brooks | play_arrow | A classic by Garth Brooks used as a movie theme song |
| 38east | InvisibleHunter Hayes | play_arrow | A song about Hunter Hayes’s experiences with bullying |
| 39east | JealousNick jonas | play_arrow | A song that expresses Nick Jonas’s feelings of jealousy |
| 40east | Crazy For This GirlEvan&Jaron | play_arrow | Evan and Jaron's Love Song |
| 41east | GMFJohn Grant | play_arrow | John Grant's GMF is the best song |
| 42east | These PeopleRichard Ashcroft | play_arrow | A singer-songwriter who represents the United Kingdom |
| 43east | Let Her GoPassenger | play_arrow | The importance of love you don’t realize until you lose it |
| 44east | All Of MeJohn Legend | play_arrow | John Legend's love song |
| 45east | AttentionCharlie Puth | play_arrow | Charlie Puth’s music career and talent |
| 46east | Stay With MeSam Smith | play_arrow | Sam Smith captivates the world with an emotional singing voice |
| 47east | StitchesShawn Mendes | play_arrow | Shawn Mendes is a singer who became a global star from videos. |
| 48east | Stay With Me BabySteve Marriott | play_arrow | Introduction to Steve Marriott's solo works |
| 49east | Hula HoopOMI | play_arrow | Omi achieves a worldwide hit with Cheerleader |
| 50east | Eyes Wide ShutAlfie Templeman | play_arrow | Alfie Templeman, a young and talented musician |
| 51east | Honey, I’m GoodAndy Grammer | play_arrow | American country singer |
| 52east | The FearBen Howard | play_arrow | Ben Howard sings about the uncertainty and fear of life |
| 53east | Knockin’ On Heaven’s DoorBob Dylan | play_arrow | Bob Dylan is the king of Western music. |
| 54east | Voices in My HeadBob Mould | play_arrow | Bob Mould has thrived as a singer-songwriter after his time in legendary bands. |
| 55east | Forget YouCeeLo Green | play_arrow | A song as a jab at the music industry |
| 56east | Lonely DancersConan Gray | play_arrow | Conan Gray, a brilliant singer-songwriter who found success with melancholic pop |
| 57east | You Are Your Mother’s ChildConor Oberst | play_arrow | Introduction of Bright Eyes’ vocalist |
| 58east | Love Me BetterCorbyn Besson | play_arrow | Corbyn Besson's solo debut |
| 59east | Hey Little BruiserEd Harcourt | play_arrow | A drunk bard artist playing the piano |
| 60east | Change The WorldEric Clapton | play_arrow | Eric Clapton, the guitar god |
| 61east | While My Guitar Gently WeepsGeorge Harrison | play_arrow | A miraculous band of three talented Beatles |
| 62east | It Was Only DancingHar Mar Superstar | play_arrow | The gap between a singer-songwriter’s appearance and voice |
| 63east | When I Was A BoyJeff Lynne’s ELO | play_arrow | A nostalgic classic by Jeff Lynne |
| 64east | Just In LoveJoe Jonas | play_arrow | Joe Jonas sings about his love for his girlfriend |
| 65east | HallelujahLeonard Cohen | play_arrow | Hallelujah is the most popular song in the United States. |
| 66east | Big Girl (You Are Beautiful)MIKA | play_arrow | Mika creates a song praising fat women |
| 67east | The Death Of You And MeNoel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds | play_arrow | It's a quiet song, but the melody in the latter half is distinctive. |
| 68east | TroublemakerOlly Murs | play_arrow | The Olymars’ song of the girlfriend he can’t leave |
| 69east | When Can I See You Again?Owl City | play_arrow | The Fun Theme Song of Owl City |
| 70east | Leave Herd4vd | play_arrow | d4vd is a rising singer-songwriter from Texas |
| 71east | Metal GuruMarc Bolan & T. Rex | play_arrow | Marc Bolan is an excellent singer-songwriter. |
| 72east | OctopusSyd Barrett | play_arrow | Singer-songwriter, ruined by drugs but left behind divine masterpieces |
| 73east | Mmm YeahAustin Mahone | play_arrow | A song by a singer who became famous on YouTube |
| 74east | 10 d E A T h b R E a s TBon Iver | play_arrow | Justin Vernon's original/innovative compositions |
| 75east | iYiYiCody Simpson | play_arrow | Cody’s catchy collaboration song |
| 76east | LazarettoJack White | play_arrow | Jack White is gaining new fans |
| 77east | Hold Back The RiverJames Bay | play_arrow | James Bay became world-famous for folk rock. |
| 78east | In My HeadJason Derulo | play_arrow | A pop song about everyday life |
| 79east | AlrightKeaton Henson | play_arrow | Keaton Henson is the pinnacle of the new generation of artists |
| 80east | Because Of YouNe-Yo | play_arrow | Ne-Yo’s R&B love dance song |
| 81east | Pick It UpPaul Weller | play_arrow | Paul Weller is the greatest singer-songwriter. |
| 82east | Just So You KnowJesse McCartney | play_arrow | A bittersweet song about unrequited love by Jesse McCartney |
| 83east | Hotline BlingDrake | play_arrow | Drake song, catchy R&B |


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