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

All By MyselfEric Carmen15rank/position

Eric Carmen – All By MySelf (HQ)

This is a power ballad that portrays a universal theme of loneliness with grand orchestration and deep emotional expression.

Based on Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No.

2, its melody brilliantly conveys the shifting emotions from the innocence of youth to the loneliness and poignancy of the present.

Released in 1975 as Eric Carmen’s solo debut, the song reached No.

2 on the U.

S.

charts and became a major hit with over one million copies sold.

It was memorably used in the film Bridget Jones’s Diary and was also featured in a 1991 commercial for the Toyota Soarer.

Highly recommended for those who want to experience the joys and solitude of love, as well as the subtle depths of life’s emotions.

AngelsRobbie Williams16rank/position

Robbie Williams – Angels

The single released in 1997 by Robbie Williams, who had been active as a member of Take That, is “Angels.” It reached number 4 on the UK Singles Chart and became a worldwide hit.

The piano is played by British singer-songwriter Guy Chambers, whose simple, resonant low-register accompaniment supports Williams.

“Angels” has also been covered by various artists, so be sure to give it a listen!

Never Say GoodbyeBon Jovi17rank/position

Bon Jovi – Never Say Goodbye (Official Music Video)

A gem of a Bon Jovi ballad that wraps a romantic declaration of love in a grand, sweeping sound.

Featured on the 1986 album “Slippery When Wet,” it became a massive hit, especially across Europe.

While depicting a heartbreaking moment of parting, the lyrics convey a powerful resolve to never say goodbye, striking a deep chord.

Jon Bon Jovi’s emotive vocals and Richie Sambora’s memorable guitar solo are captivating.

As one of the defining power ballads of the ’80s, it remains a beloved classic to this day.

I Miss YouBoyz II Men18rank/position

I MISS YOU BOYZ II MEN

Boyz II Men is a vocal group that has earned high praise from around the world.

I don’t think it’s an exaggeration to say they’re the most accomplished chorus group out there.

Their “I Miss You” is often thought to be an original of theirs, but it’s actually a song by the 1980s girl band Klymaxx.

The vibe of the original and Boyz II Men’s version is quite different, so you’ll be surprised if you compare them.

Keep an ear out for their world-class harmonies!

Against All OddsPhil Collins19rank/position

Phil Collins Against All Odds (Official Music Video 1984)

Phil Collins, an artist also known as a member of Genesis, is best known for his signature song “Against All Odds.” Released as a single in 1984, it was featured in the film “Against All Odds.” It reached No.

1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and won the Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance in 1985.

Its lyrics—addressed to a lover who has gone away—make it a poignant love ballad.

In 2000, it was covered by Mariah Carey and the Irish vocal group Westlife.

GorillaBruno Mars20rank/position

Bruno Mars – Gorilla (Official Music Video)

A song released as a digital download in 2013 by Bruno Mars.

The music video, co-directed by Bruno and Cameron Duddy, features actor Luis Guzman and actress Freida Pinto, known for the film Slumdog Millionaire.

Fix YouColdplay21rank/position

Coldplay – Fix You (Official Video)

A gemlike ballad that stays close to the heart, delivering healing and hope.

Released by the popular British band Coldplay in September 2005, this work carries a warm message for those bearing deep sorrow and a sense of loss.

Featured on the album X&Y, it begins with a quiet piano melody and unfolds into a grand, expansive sound.

From its performance at the Live 8 concert to its use at Steve Jobs’s memorial, it has moved people in many settings.

It’s a song to hear when you want the courage to overcome sadness and move forward.