A classic medium-tempo ballad in Western music

ValotteJulian Lennon

Julian Lennon – Valotte

A single with the same title as Julian Lennon’s debut album “Valotte,” released in 1984.

Julian, the eldest son of John Lennon, drew attention at the time because his singing voice resembled his father’s so much.

It’s a ballad with a refined, melancholic image.

Under The BridgeRed Hot Chili Peppers

Red Hot Chili Peppers – Under The Bridge [Video]

Included on the 1991 album Blood Sugar Sex Magik.

A four-piece rock band from Los Angeles formed in 1983.

The sense of impermanence that pervades the entire track lends the song a wistful air.

The vocal, delivered as if thrown out and spoken to you, sticks in your ears and won’t let go.

Have I Told You LatelyRod Stewart

Rod Stewart – Cover Song – Have I Told You Lately – released June 1993

Included on the 1993 album “Unplugged…

and Seated.” A cover of the song released in 1989 by Northern Irish singer Van Morrison.

Born in 1945, the singer is from Scotland.

It’s a track where the graceful, gently unfolding melody line resonates beautifully, and Rod’s husky voice, soulfully riding that melody, is full of charm and truly excellent.

Holding Back The YearsSimply Red

Simply Red – Holding Back The Years (Official 4K Remaster)

Simply Red’s first big hit was “Holding Back the Years.” It became a massive success, reaching No.

1 in the U.S.

and No.

2 in the U.K.

in 1986.

Carried by a melancholic melodic line, Mick Hucknall’s vocals have the distinctive appeal of so-called blue-eyed soul.

Hunting High And Lowa-ha

a-ha – Hunting High and Low (Official Video)

Included on the 1985 album “Hunting High and Low.” A three-member music group from Norway formed in 1982.

Morton’s vocals come in suddenly without an intro, and the poignant delivery immediately captures your attention.

The song has a gentle, mellow tone, and the sense of melancholy really hits you in the heart.

HeavenBryan Adams

Bryan Adams – Heaven (Official Music Video)

Included on the 1984 album “Reckless.” Born in 1959.

A singer-songwriter from Canada.

The piano that runs throughout the track resonates with a truly gentle, soothing tone.

The lyrics are a very sugary love song, but it’s curious how his husky voice makes it sound cool.

Take It to the LimitThe Eagles

Eagles – Take It To The Limit (Live 1977) (Official Video) [4K]

The Eagles are an American band well known in Japan for their massive hit “Hotel California.” “Take It to the Limit” is a track from their fourth album, One of These Nights (released in Japan as “Cursed Night”).

It was also released as a single.

It’s a ballad that conveys a relaxed feel and a sense of spaciousness in its sound.