Top Ballad Songs by Male Western Artists: Popular Rankings [2025]

Lost in the FireGesaffelstein & The Weeknd64rank/position

Gesaffelstein & The Weeknd – Lost in the Fire (Official Video)

This is a collaboration between French electro producer Gesaffelstein and Canadian superstar singer The Weeknd.

It’s a love ballad expressing the desire not to lose a lover, and the sound carries a somewhat sorrowful tone.

The song also sparked debate among fans, with some suggesting that parts of the lyrics might be dissing the world-famous rapper Drake.

Better TogetherJack Johnson65rank/position

Jack Johnson – Better Together

Jack Johnson is a singer-songwriter from Hawaii.

As both a singer and a surfer, his music is characterized by a relaxed sound centered around acoustic guitar.

Known as a leading figure in the surf music scene, his song “Better Together,” included on the 2005 album In Between Dreams, is also a very relaxing piece.

Goodbye My LoverJames Blunt66rank/position

James Blunt – Goodbye My Lover (Official Music Video) [4K]

James Blunt’s “Goodbye My Lover” is a track from his debut album, Back to Bedlam, released in 2004.

It was released as a single in 2005 and reached No.

9 on the UK Singles Chart.

The piano for “Goodbye My Lover” was reportedly recorded with a piano set up in a bathroom, giving it a distinctive tone and natural reverb.

James has said that “everyone sings in the shower and apparently plays the piano in the bathroom,” so give it a listen—you can really feel it! It’s a rare and fascinating sound.

Broken StringsJames Morrison ft. Nelly Furtado67rank/position

James Morrison – Broken Strings ft. Nelly Furtado

An acoustic ballad released as a single in 2008 by British musician James Morrison.

It’s a collaboration with Canadian singer-songwriter Nelly Furtado.

It reached No.

1 on the charts in Belgium, Germany, and Switzerland.

HallelujahJeff Buckley68rank/position

Jeff Buckley – Hallelujah (Official Video)

A song that captivates people with just voice and guitar: Jeff Buckley’s “Hallelujah,” released in 1994.

His expressive vocals are like listening to a recitation.

Even if you don’t understand the lyrics, you’ll be drawn deeply into its world.

From the title, you might assume it’s a religious song, but it’s said to be about what happens when a person falls in love.

It’s a beautiful piece where the sacred atmosphere of the performance and lyrics intertwine.

Made to LoveJohn Legend69rank/position

John Legend – Made to Love (Official Video)

A gem of a love song that celebrates the bond of two people destined for each other.

John Legend’s refined vocals resonate deep within listeners’ hearts.

Blending elements of R&B, soul, and gospel, it expresses the depth and beauty of love.

Released in June 2013 and included on the album Love in the Future, the track features Kanye West as a producer and crafts a distinctive sound world characterized by African drums and an up-tempo beat.

Recommended for those who cherish their bond with a loved one or are searching for a destined partner.

ImagineJohn Lennon70rank/position

John Lennon – Imagine HD

John Lennon was the former Beatles’ vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter.

This song is the title track of his solo album and is among his most popular solo numbers.

In a 2002 poll conducted by Guinness, it was ranked second as the “Greatest Single of All Time in the UK.”