Popular Depressive Songs: Western Music Artist Rankings [2025]
There are songs about feeling down all over the world.
In English, the expressions are often more straightforward than in Japanese, which is interesting.
This time, I’ve created a ranking focusing on “dark/emo artists,” so if you’ve got things on your mind, please have a look.
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Popular Depressing Songs: Western Music Artist Ranking [2025] (11–20)
If You Come BackBlue15rank/position
A love song by Blue, an artist with outstanding melodic sense who has released many dancer-like pop tracks.
Its simple, sincere lyrics and overwhelming atmosphere give it a gentle feel that even resonates with elementary school boys, wrapping the karaoke room in warmth.
AlwaysBon Jovi16rank/position
A ballad from the American rock band Bon Jovi themed around reconciliation.
It expresses lingering feelings and regret toward a former lover, along with a vow of eternal love.
Released as a single in September 1994, it reached No.
4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and became a major international hit.
Its heartrending lyrics and dramatic melody resonate deeply, making it a recommended song for those seeking to heal the pain of heartbreak.
Jon Bon Jovi’s powerful vocals stir the listener’s emotions.
Dear AgonyBreaking Benjamin17rank/position
It’s a song with a heavy, beautiful melody that I find myself listening to over and over.
The band is talented enough to perform theme songs for other works, but I think the chances of them coming to Japan are low because the vocalist struggles with alcoholism and a fear of flying.
Even so, the shouts and the gorgeous melody are well worth a listen.
SleepwalkingBring Me The Horizon18rank/position
A track released in 2013 by Bring Me The Horizon, a British rock band active since 2004.
Characterized by a melodic and mellow sound, the track became a hit in the United States and other countries, reaching No.
3 on the UK charts.
SometimesBritney Spears19rank/position
Britney Spears is one of America’s leading pop divas.
She has grown from a cute girl at her debut into a mature, sexy woman, but many of her early songs sang about pure feelings of love, and this song also honestly expresses the emotions of being in love.
The Lazy SongBruno Mars20rank/position
Bruno Mars is popular all over the world, so some middle schoolers might already know him.
Among his songs, this number is perfect for autumn.
His smooth, soaring vocals ring out over a relaxed beat, leaving you with an indescribably gentle feeling.
Popular Depressing Songs: Western Music Artist Ranking [2025] (21–30)
How LongCharlie Puth21rank/position
Charlie Puth has become popular mainly in the United States and is gradually gaining popularity in Japan as well.
His clear, wistful voice perfectly suits the autumn atmosphere.
Among his songs, this particular hit makes you feel stylish just by listening to it on an autumn night.