Hidden gems of moving Western songs. Recommended popular tracks.

I’ve put together a playlist of moving Western songs.

Compared to Japanese songs, many of these tracks feature more expansive arrangements and grand, sweeping melodies.

Listening to this playlist might stir something deep in your heart.

I hope you find some new favorites.

Playlist

Hidden gems of moving Western songs. Recommended popular tracks.
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	Viva La VidaColdplay		The grand kingly sorrow of Coldplay
2	Lover, You Should’ve Come OverJeff Buckley		A beautiful ballad of young Buckley’s regret and love
3	SunflowerREX ORANGE COUNTY		The sweet songs of Rex Orange
4	That GirlSarah Elisabeth,Carlisio Keys		Sarah and Callicio's R&B song
5	Take ControlTasha Mac		A song of courage to carve out my own future
6	Slide AwayOasis		A bittersweet love song about overcoming misunderstandings
7	ChandelierSia		Sia's distinctive music and visuals
8	I Know You CareEllie Goulding		A touching song about parting with one’s father
9	Almost LoverA Fine Frenzy		An emotional, piano-centered track, used in many works
10	Just A DreamCarrie Underwood		A Song of the Grief and Love of a Fallen Soldier’s Wife
11	The One That Got AwayKaty Perry		A Katy Perry song about lost love
12	Battle ScarsLupe Fiasco & Guy Sebastian		An international collaborative song depicting a personal struggle
13	Gone, Gone, GonePhillip Phillips		A song that gave me courage while living alone
14	Girls Like YouTone Stith		An emotionally rich love song that sings of the pain of heartbreak
15	Hometown GloryAdele		Adele’s hit song gains attention after being used in a drama
16	Thinking Out LoudEd Sheeran		Ed Sheeran's romantic hit song, touching.
17	My ImmortalEvanescence		A famous Evanescence song used in a movie
18	Who’s that girlHilary Duff		A soul-stirring song that portrays the pain of heartbreak and the loss of self
19	What Hurts The MostRascal Flatts		A song about the importance of expressing emotions
20	Earth SongMichael Jackson		A masterpiece sounding the alarm about the global environment
21	Young and BeautifulLana Del Rey		Songs used in the movie “The Great Gatsby”
22	Amnesia5 Seconds of Summer		A song that laments the regrets of a failed love
23	Water Under the BridgeAdele		A love song for a longtime partner
24	Waiting For LoveAvicii		A club staple track, collaborating with Martin Garrix
25	Cruel SummerBananarama		Bananarama’s bittersweet summer classic
26	AustinBlake Shelton		Blake Shelton’s signature songs and his feelings for his ex-girlfriend
27	EverytimeBritney Spears		A woman's wish for happiness in an unjust world
28	Call me mabyCarly Rae Jepsen		A Canadian singer releases a global hit song
29	ScientistColdplay		A wistful longing and melancholy for a lost love
30	All By MyselfCéline Dion		Eric Carmen's classic hit, covered by multiple artists
31	My Heart Will Go OnCéline Dion		Celine Dion’s classic, a worldwide hit
32	I’m Coming OutDiana Ross		An iconic song that gives you the courage to shine as your true self
33	You Were MineDixie Chicks		A moving Dixie Chicks song that portrays divorce
34	Don’t Go Breaking My HeartElton John & Kiki Dee		Famous duet songs by Elton John
35	SheElvis Costello		Simon & Garfunkel classic “The Graduate”
36	HeroEnrique Iglesias		Enrique Iglesias's classic song
37	Let GoFrou Frou		Electronic music duo Frou Frou
38	Happy Xmas（The War Is Over）John Lennon		A heartwarming Christmas song filled with wishes for peace
39	Rest Of My LifeJonas Blue, Sam Feldt, Endless Summer, Sadie Rose Van		A timeless song that colors the end of summer with a bittersweet feeling
40	Remember When It RainedJosh Groban		A moving track in remembrance of a loved one
41	Over The RainbowJudy Garland		“Over the Rainbow” is a masterpiece, loved all around the world.
42	StoleKelly Rowland		A song that warns against violence
43	Runaway LoveLudacris ft. Mary J. Blige		A moving song themed around child abuse
44	All I Want For Christmas Is YouMariah Carey		A Christmas song about a lover
45	Bey beyMariah Carey		A song of parting and moving forward that resonates with the heart
46	I Can’t See NobodyNina Simone		A classic by the Bee Gees, covered by Nina Simone
47	SappyNirvana		Nirvana’s masterpiece that portrays sadness and inner conflict
48	Forever and AlwaysParachute		Parachute, the popular pop rock band
49	39Queen		The Tragic Return of an Astronaut After More Than 100 Years
50	EetRegina Spektor		Regina’s classic song that depicts a failed romance
51	Unchained MelodyRighteous Brothers		The famous hit known for “Ghost”
52	Take a bowRihanna		The singing voice of Rihanna, the queen of R&B, heals the heart.
53	I’m Not The Only OneSam Smith		Sam Smith’s emotional cheating song
54	Eleanor RigbyThe Beatles		A Beatles masterpiece that portrays loneliness
55	You Found MeThe Fray		Classic song by U.S. band gains popularity through TV drama
56	I Would’ve Loved You AnywayTrisha Yearwood		A ballad depicting heartbreak, filmed in Spain
57	Last ChristmasWham!		The classic Christmas song “Last Christmas”
58	Amazing graceWhitney Houston		The Slave Ship Captain’s Conversion and a Famous Gospel Song
59	See You AgainWiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth		A tribute song dedicated to the film “Furious 7”
60	Talking To The MoonBruno Mars		A poignant, wistful singing voice and soothing music
61	Thank YouLed Zeppelin		A masterpiece of love and gratitude by Led Zeppelin
62	Red RainPeter Gabriel		A tale of the apocalypse foreshadowed by red rain
63	I Don’t Want To Miss A ThingAerosmith		The famous theme song of the movie Armageddon
64	IrreplaceableBeyoncé		A woman's independence and strength as she stands up to an unfaithful lover
65	PhotographEd Sheeran		Ed Sheeran’s moving song “Photograph”
66	Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)Kelly Clarkson		A powerful anthem about overcoming heartbreak and growing stronger
67	There Goes My LifeKenny Chesney		Unexpected pregnancy and changes in a man's life
68	I Knew You Were TroubleTaylor Swift		A love I can't stop even knowing it will hurt