Top Western Music Artists Popular Among People in Their 30s [2025]

Shape of YouEd Sheeran29rank/position

Ed Sheeran – Shape of You (Official Music Video)

It was released as a single from the album “÷” on March 3, 2017.

It reached number one on charts around the world—a massive blockbuster hit.

Blending hip-hop, pop rock, and folk elements, it created a one-of-a-kind, irresistibly charming sound.

The repeated phrases are addictive to listen to, too.

Love Me Like You DoEllie Goulding30rank/position

Ellie Goulding – Love Me Like You Do (Official Video)

Ellie Goulding’s love song that became a hit around the world.

It portrays the feelings of a woman who’s completely falling for someone.

The melody builds gradually toward the latter half, making it a beautiful piece.

The chorus uses almost the same words throughout, so I think it’s an easy song to take on.

Love The Way You LieEminem31rank/position

Eminem – Love The Way You Lie ft. Rihanna

Rihanna’s vocals at the very beginning bring out the ultimate sense of sorrow.

When it comes to love, we can get so heated that we lose sight of everything around us.

We might do the wrong thing.

Each time, it turns into a fight, and there are days we can’t take back.

It’s a song whose lyrics about intense love between a man and a woman really sink into the heart.

Wonderful TonightEric Clapton32rank/position

Eric Clapton – Wonderful Tonight (Live Video) | Warner Vault

This is a love ballad by Eric Clapton, who has worked on countless pieces as the god of guitar.

The melodious theme phrase played on the guitar is striking, and Eric’s rich, husky vocals create a gentle, soothing atmosphere.

More Than WordsExtreme33rank/position

Extreme – More Than Words (Official Music Video)

A ballad by Boston-born Extreme, featuring Gary Cherone—who later also found success with Van Halen—released at the height of the MTV Unplugged boom.

Its gentle, acoustic guitar tones made a memorable impression, and the song became a major hit in the United States.

Like A G6Far East Movement34rank/position

Far East Movement – Like A G6 ft. The Cataracs, DEV

A classic club track by Far East Movement, where high-speed, fast-paced energy meets trap-inspired digital sound design to create a heavy, hard-hitting texture.

It carries a danceable vibe while packing a cool, refined edge that’s especially appealing to teens.

Big Girls Don’t CryFergie35rank/position

Fergie – Big Girls Don’t Cry (Personal) (Official Music Video)

A solo song by Fergie, the sole female member of the Black Eyed Peas.

It’s a heartrending love song about deciding to break up despite lingering feelings.

It might be hard to sing as powerfully as Fergie, but the tempo is slow and the melody is easy to sing.