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