A collection of popular Western rock ballads: a roundup of moving, tear-jerking masterpieces.
Rock ballads sung by rock bands and artists are often hit songs or beloved classics performed as the highlight of live shows.
While this style of song has become less common in recent years, the timeless appeal of classic rock ballads that move listeners to their core never fades with time.
In this article, we’ll showcase a selection of exquisite rock ballads by Western rock and hard rock bands and rock artists—all in one place!
They’re full of iconic tracks that are easy to enjoy even for beginners to Western music, making this a great starting point for your musical journey.
Playlist
| A collection of popular Western rock ballads: a roundup of moving, tear-jerking masterpieces. | |||
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| 1east | Under The BridgeRed Hot Chili Peppers | play_arrow | A classic by the Red Hot Chili Peppers |
| 2east | November RainGuns N’ Roses | play_arrow | The classic ballad by Guns N’ Roses |
| 3east | Viva La vidaColdplay | play_arrow | Coldplay’s classic song “Viva la Vida” |
| 4east | I Don’t Want to Miss a ThingAerosmith | play_arrow | Aerosmith’s US number-one hit, an emotional ballad |
| 5east | Don’t Look Back In AngerOasis | play_arrow | A masterpiece by Oasis, an emotional rock ballad |
| 6east | More Than WordsExtreme | play_arrow | A signature funk metal song with beautiful melody |
| 7east | The ReasonHoobastank | play_arrow | Hoobastank's signature ballad |
| 8east | To Be With YouMr. BIG | play_arrow | Mr. Big’s classic, a soulful ballad |
| 9east | PhotographNickelback | play_arrow | An inspiring rock ballad by Nickelback |
| 10east | AloneHeart | play_arrow | A classic by Heart, a rock ballad that reached No. 1 in the U.S. |
| 11east | (Everything I Do) I Do It For You (Official Music Video)Bryan Adams | play_arrow | The smash hit theme song from the Robin Hood movie |
| 12east | A Man I’ll Never BeBoston | play_arrow | A classic by Boston, an inspiring rock ballad |
| 13east | NumbLinkin Park | play_arrow | Linkin Park's signature song 'Numb' |
| 14east | I Remember YouSkid Row | play_arrow | A signature ballad by Skid Row |
| 15east | Open ArmsJourney | play_arrow | As a leading figure in American progressive hard rock... |
| 16east | Never Say GoodbyeBon Jovi | play_arrow | An impressive rock ballad by Bon Jovi |
| 17east | Black Hole SunSoundgarden | play_arrow | A grunge rock classic, a moving piece of music |
| 18east | OneU2 | play_arrow | U2’s classic song “One,” a hymn to love and unity |
| 19east | I’m With YouAvril Lavigne | play_arrow | Avril Lavigne’s classic, rich in emotion |
| 20east | Don’t SpeakNo Doubt | play_arrow | No Doubt’s moving rock ballad |
| 21east | Love SongTesla | play_arrow | Tesla's classic song 'Love Song' is about passionate love. |
| 22east | You’re the InspirationCHICAGO | play_arrow | Chicago's classic song—amazing high notes and harmonies. |
| 23east | WonderwallOasis | play_arrow | Oasis's famous song is loved all around the world. |
| 24east | Can’t Fight This FeelingREO Speed Wagon | play_arrow | REO Speedwagon’s classic ballad |
| 25east | Is This LoveWhitesnake | play_arrow | The classic song by Whitesnake, “Is This Love” |
| 26east | Love of My LifeQueen | play_arrow | A gem of a ballad about love and farewell, a heart-stirring classic |
| 27east | Home Sweet HomeMötley Crüe | play_arrow | To Mötley Crüe’s moving hometown |
| 28east | AlwaysBon Jovi | play_arrow | A classic hit by the catchy Western rock band, Bon Jovi |
| 29east | AngelAerosmith | play_arrow | Aerosmith’s classic song “Angel” is moving. |
| 30east | Leader of the BandDan Fogelberg | play_arrow | A classic song that sings of love for one’s father and gratitude for music |
| 31east | FaithfullyJourney | play_arrow | A moving ballad that’s a classic hit by Journey |
| 32east | Move In A Little Closer BabyHarmony Grass | play_arrow | A harmony like warm light, music that soothes the heart |
| 33east | I Want To Know What Love IsForeigner | play_arrow | A classic power ballad with rich, heavy harmonies |
| 34east | Mama, I’m Coming HomeOzzy Osbourne | play_arrow | A classic song by a representative heavy metal band |
| 35east | I Hate Everything About YouThree Days Grace | play_arrow | A rock band from Canada unleashes their emotions |
| 36east | Bad GirlfriendTheory Of A Deadman | play_arrow | A love song by Theory of a Deadman |


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