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Tearjerkers! A roundup of moving Western songs that were hits in the ’90s

Music has a mysterious power to heal the heart and stir deep emotions.

In particular, the international music scene of the 1990s produced countless masterpieces that moved people around the world.

In this article, we introduce emotional Western hits from the ’90s that continue to resonate with many listeners across generations.

From bittersweet love songs to tracks that give you the courage to live positively, we present a selection of gems that speak to the soul.

Alongside a wave of nostalgia, you’re sure to find a song that strikes a chord with you.

Tearjerkers! A roundup of moving Western songs that were hits in the ’90s (41–50)

DisarmThe Smashing Pumpkins

A song written by lead singer Billy Corgan.

Inspired by his childhood anger toward his parents, Billy has said, “I didn’t have the courage to kill my parents, so I wrote this song instead.” It reached No.

10 on the Billboard charts.

Tearjerkers! A Compilation of Moving Western Hits from the '90s (51–60)

OneU2

U2 – One (Official Music Video)
OneU2

Bono, who wrote the lyrics, has said it’s a “song about relationships,” but it has been interpreted in several ways, including as being about the reunification of East and West Germany or about The Edge’s divorce.

The proceeds from the single were donated to AIDS research organizations.

One Sweet DayMariah Carey & Boyz II Men

Mariah Carey, Boyz II Men – One Sweet Day (Official Video)
One Sweet DayMariah Carey & Boyz II Men

A song about death that expresses the desire to stay together even after a loved one has passed away.

It is a collaboration between Mariah Carey and Boyz II Men.

Released in 1995, it spent 16 weeks at No.

1 on the U.

S.

Billboard charts.

PhiladelphiaNeil Young

A melancholic song created for the 1993 film Philadelphia, starring Tom Hanks, which portrays prejudice against AIDS and gay people.

It was nominated for the 1994 Academy Awards.

The majority of the song’s proceeds have been donated to AIDS-related support organizations.

BlueThe Jayhawks

The Jayhawks – Blue (Official Video)
BlueThe Jayhawks

A song by The Jayhawks, an alternative country rock band formed in 1985 in Minnesota.

It is included on their fourth album, Tomorrow the Green Grass, released in 1995.

The album reached No.

92 on the Billboard album chart.

I TryMacy Gray

Macy Gray – I Try (Official Video)
I TryMacy Gray

A sad song characterized by an extremely sweet melody.

It reached No.

1 on the charts in countries such as Australia, Ireland, and New Zealand.

The daydream-themed music video was directed by Mark Romanek and was filmed in locations including the subway on Lexington Avenue in New York.

Shape Of My HeartSting

Sting – Shape of My Heart (Official Music Video)
Shape Of My HeartSting

A song co-produced by Sting and guitarist Dominic Miller, who has played with him for many years.

Larry Adler performs the harmonica.

The track was used in the ending of the 1994 film ‘Léon: The Professional’ and in the 2011 TV drama ‘Hustle.