Western songs that men like: world classics and popular tracks.
Foreign musicians that every man has admired at least once.
Maybe it’s because of a complex, but we can strongly feel a charm they have that we Japanese don’t!
This time, we broadly researched classic Western songs that men love.
I’m sure you’ve heard them somewhere at least once.
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Western songs men like: World’s masterpieces and popular songs (31–40)
FaithGeorge Michael
It’s a massive hit from George Michael, the former WHAM! vocalist, after he went solo.
While he had a very boyish, idol-like image during the WHAM! era, he transformed into a mature vocalist and artist with his solo debut.
FAITH is a pop and catchy number reminiscent of 1950s rockabilly, and it sold phenomenally worldwide.
It’s a song that will be loved across generations!
Sweet Child O’ MineGuns N’ Roses
This is a signature hit by the popular hard rock band Guns N’ Roses that reached No.
1 in the U.
S.
in 1988.
Many people now in their 40s and 50s likely listened to it in real time.
The guitar intro riff by lead guitarist Slash is especially memorable.
For a hard rock band, this number has a medium tempo and a very accessible melody.
It’s a timeless classic that never feels dated.
All of MeJohn Legend
When it comes to Western pop, this is the song.
The beautiful piano sound paired with the deep, husky male vocals is perfect, and there’s a certain antique feel to it.
I can imagine it playing in an antique shop.
A record sleeve or vinyl could make for a fitting visual, too.
Don’t TalkLarry Lee
A 1982 track by AOR musician and singer Larry Lee.
It’s a breezy AOR number full of a sense of freedom, perfect for driving along the coastline on a summer day! Ideally, you’ll want to be in a convertible if you can.
Just driving while listening to this song makes you feel like you’ve become incredibly stylish!
Are You Gonna Go My WayLenny Kravitz
I couldn’t get the guitar riff in the intro of this song out of my head.
That’s how striking the intro is in this number.
It was used in numerous commercials in Japan.
It’s a rock track that’s quintessentially Lenny Kravitz—analog, evocative of ’70s rock, yet it doesn’t feel dated.
Western songs that men like. World classics and popular songs (41–50)
A Whiter Shade Of PaleProcol Harum
A 1967 smash hit by the British group Procol Harum.
Its Japanese title is “Aoi Kage” (A Whiter Shade of Pale).
The Bach-like organ is highly striking and shapes the overall image of the piece.
Many people may remember it being used around 1990 in a Nissan Silvia commercial.
It’s a very classy, cool track with a distinctly classical vibe.
Don’t Stop Me NowQueen
Many of Queen’s numbers are melodious and very much to Japanese tastes, and you’ve probably heard this one in various places, starting with TV commercials.
It’s lively and catchy, and the piano played by Freddie Mercury matches the vocals perfectly.