Popular Western Love Songs and Romance Tracks Ranking [2025]

We Belong TogetherMariah Carey85rank/position

Mariah Carey – We Belong Together (Official Music Video)

Mariah Carey is an R&B singer who is highly acclaimed in the English-speaking world and well-known in Japan, too.

She basically sings in a whispery voice and tends to lean into it especially in the lower register.

Her song “We Belong Together” is a breakup track that highlights that vocal quality.

It isn’t intense; instead, it’s crafted with a consistently calm flow and smooth melody.

The lyrics express regret over letting a lover go.

It portrays a woman’s feelings with striking realism, so be sure to check it out.

GhostJustin Bieber86rank/position

Justin Bieber – Ghost

This song included on the album Justice sings of lost love and feelings for someone dear, set to a gentle melody.

Justin Bieber’s warm vocals offer a comforting sense of closeness to the listener.

Released in 2021, the track received high acclaim on charts around the world.

The music video features actress Diane Keaton and portrays family bonds and healing from loss.

It’s a song that will surely soothe your heart when you’re thinking of someone special or in need of comfort.

Love of My LifeQueen87rank/position

Queen – Love Of My Life (Official Video)

A gem of a ballad that sings of eternal love and the ache of farewell.

Its earnest wish to reclaim a lost love resounds alongside an elegant melody.

The lyrical vocals, woven with the gentle timbre of the piano, have long captivated music fans worldwide as a facet symbolizing Queen’s musical versatility.

Featured on the album A Night at the Opera, this piece has been beloved since its 1975 release as a staple that creates a sense of unity with audiences on the live stage.

During the 1981 South American tour, the massive crowd sing-alongs became a sensation, and it was portrayed memorably in the film Bohemian Rhapsody.

This is a song to listen to when you want to be close to the feelings for someone dear and convey love from the heart.

My Love Mine All MineMitski88rank/position

Mitski – My Love Mine All Mine (Official Video)

A gem of a ballad that sings of the dignity and endurance of love.

Mitski’s gentle voice illuminates the heart like moonlight.

Included on the album “The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We,” this song has captivated many listeners since its release in September 2023.

Though material things are transient, the way she sings that love alone will forever be ours inspires deep empathy.

It’s a track for anyone who has experienced parting with someone dear, or who wants to reflect on the love within themselves.

Its tender melody will surely seep into your heart.

My Little SecretXscape89rank/position

Xscape – My Little Secret (Official Video)

Xscape is an R&B vocal group from Atlanta.

While many female idol groups have been active in the United States, there haven’t been many that fully leaned into R&B.

They are one of those few R&B vocal groups.

Their song “My Little Secret” revolves around the theme of infidelity, but it’s actually not about a typical romance—it focuses on gay cheating.

It’s a very distinctive track, so be sure to check out the Japanese translation as well!

Sweet Child O’ MineGuns N’ Roses90rank/position

Guns N’ Roses – Sweet Child O’ Mine (Official Music Video)

A love song released in 1988 by the American rock band Guns N’ Roses.

It became a hit around the world and earned platinum certification in three countries.

The track has been used in works such as the 2008 film “The Wrestler” and has been covered by artists including Sheryl Crow and Anastacia.

Don’t SpeakNo Doubt91rank/position

No Doubt – Don’t Speak (Official 4K Music Video)

No Doubt, formed in 1986 in California, USA, drew on ska and punk while refusing to be confined to a single genre, pairing that sensibility with Gwen Stefani’s powerful vocals.

After a long period of groundwork, their 1995 album Tragic Kingdom became a worldwide hit.

The track Don’t Speak was inspired by the end of a seven-year romantic relationship between Gwen and Tony Kanal, and in 1996 it became the most-played song on American radio.

The song conveys a heartrending decision: that sometimes it’s better to choose silence than words.

With Gwen’s searingly emotional vocals, it’s a masterpiece that anyone who has endured a painful breakup should hear.