Piano ballads of Western music—from timeless hits to the latest songs
The tones born from the piano—a percussion instrument and a string instrument—overflow with a charm that captivates the hearts of us Japanese and won’t let go.
When we think of popular music where the piano takes center stage—playing a bubbly melody when we’re happy and a tune that gently accompanies our hearts when we’re feeling down—it has to be ballads.
In this article, we bring together timeless masterpieces of piano-centered Western ballads, spanning from classic favorites to the latest hits, resonating across generations.
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Piano Ballads of Western Music — From Classic Hits to the Newest Songs (41–50)
DrowningBackstreet Boys
It’s a classic song by the Backstreet Boys released in 2001.
The piano sound in the intro matches their oasis-evoking vocals, and as you listen, it feels like your heart gets lighter.
Among BSB’s many great ballads, this one is especially recommended.
CondolenceBenjamin Clementine
This is a 2015 release by London-born Benjamin Clementine.
A multi-instrumentalist, Benjamin is also an accomplished pianist, and the distinctive piano melody in this track is particularly striking.
Before you know it, you’ll be captivated by Benjamin’s deep, smoky voice as well.
NightingaleDemi Lovato
This is a song included on Demi Lovato’s 2013 album, Demi.
While Demi has many tracks with an aggressive sound, you can truly feel her genuine talent in the way she passionately delivers even ballads like this one.
Waiting Outside The LinesGreyson Chance
A track released in 2010 by American pop-rock singer Greyson Chance.
It was first performed live on the TV show The Ellen DeGeneres Show in October 2010.
The music video, directed by Sanaa Hamri, was filmed in Los Angeles.
Hidden AwayJosh Groban
It’s a song by American singer Josh Groban released in 2010.
I’m soothed by Josh’s rich yet sweet-sounding voice and the piano tone that seems to reflect his sincere character.
He looks handsome playing the piano in the music video, and his gentle gaze makes my heart skip a beat.
That’s My GoalShayne Ward
This is the debut single by singer Shayne Ward, who won the UK talent show The X Factor in 2005.
Shayne’s vocals, which impressed the judges including Simon Cowell, are easy on the ears and blend naturally with the gentle sound of the piano.
StillThe Communards
A ballad released in 1979 by the Commodores.
It was written by Lionel Richie.
It became a hit in the UK and reached No.
1 on the U.S.
charts.
This track was covered by actor and country music singer John Schneider.