A classic medium-tempo ballad in Western music

More Than WordsExtreme

Extreme – More Than Words (Official Music Video)

Included on the 1990 album Pornograffitti.

A four-piece rock band from Massachusetts formed in 1985.

This track features the gentle tones of Nuno’s acoustic guitar paired with soft, harmonized vocals; the beautiful blend is utterly captivating to listen to.

Dream OnAerosmith

Aerosmith – Dream on

A track included on the 1973 album “Aerosmith” (released in Japan as “Yajū Seitān”), later issued as a single.

Although the album was reportedly panned upon its initial release, Dream On climbed to No.

6 on the U.S.

Billboard chart when it was reissued in 1976.

It’s a highly polished medium-tempo ballad that conveys a sense of classical grandeur.

No One Is To BlameHoward Jones

Howard Jones – No One Is To Blame

Included on the 1985 album “Dream into Action.” Born in 1955.

A singer-songwriter from the UK.

The music-box-like tone in the intro instantly makes you go “oh!” The melody that runs through the whole track is gentle and lullaby-like, pleasantly soothing, and I think it pairs well with his steely vocals.

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.

Father FigureGeorge Michael

George Michael – Father Figure (Official Video)

Included on the 1987 album “Faith.” Born in 1963.

A singer-songwriter from London and a former member of Wham!.

This single, from the first album he released after disbanding Wham!, features an R&B-influenced melody that showcases his strengths and makes for a wonderful track.