Popular Western Love Songs and Romance Tracks Ranking [2025]

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George Michael – Careless Whisper (Official Video)

This is a classic ballad, crafted by George Michael from the UK during his time with Wham!, notable for its sultry saxophone sound.

Released in July 1984, it was included on the album Make It Big.

As he dances with his best friend’s lover on the dance floor, the moment their mistake is exposed brings crushing despair and regret.

The sense of loss—knowing he can never dance innocently again—and the irreparable guilt are powerfully conveyed through George’s soulful vocals.

It reached number one in 25 countries worldwide and was also featured in the film Deadpool.

Standing before the inevitable end of a forbidden love, it’s a song that resonates deeply with the hearts of those left frozen in place.

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Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars – Die With A Smile (Official Music Video)

A sweeping ballad that soulfully sings of the universal wish to spend one’s final moments with a loved one.

The collaboration between America’s Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars, released in August 2024, weaves a beautiful harmony that blends the retro mood of the 1970s with a contemporary sensibility.

Born from a chance meeting in a Malibu studio and reportedly completed in a single night, the song captures the transience of life and the strength of love, moving listeners around the world.

Chosen as the theme song for the film “Eternal Love,” it topped Billboard’s Global 200 for eight consecutive weeks.

This masterful piece—where refined vocals intertwine with profound emotion—is a track you’ll want to play on a quiet night spent with someone dear.