Beautiful, lovely Western music. A roundup of recommended classic songs.

Even if you don’t understand English or don’t usually listen to Western music, songs with beautiful, pure melodies and sounds can be easy to enjoy.

The greatness of music itself transcends language barriers, and many people probably started listening to Western music with a beautiful ballad.

With that in mind, we’ve gathered timeless classics of Western music with stunning, graceful beauty—recommended especially for beginners, regardless of era or genre.

Please enjoy these wonderful songs that may move you to tears with their beauty or fill you with warmth.

Playlist

Beautiful, lovely Western music. A roundup of recommended classic songs.
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	RunawayAURORA		From Norway, captivating with a mysterious singing voice
2	Like A StarCorinne Bailey Rae		A masterpiece that captivates with a jazz-infused, enchanting vocal performance
3	Night Before ChristmasSam Smith		Sam Smith’s Christmas song. It features a soulful waltz (3/4) feel and a relaxed tempo.
4	Easy On MeAdele		The emotions in Adele’s song “Easy On Me”
5	Stay With MeSam Smith		Sam Smith's classic 'Stay With Me'
6	Heal The WorldMichael Jackson		A song to make the world a better place
7	Close to youCarpenters		A Carpenters classic with beautiful harmonies
8	HallelujahJeff Buckley		The classic song “Hallelujah” that captivates with vocals and guitar
9	That GirlSarah Elisabeth,Carlisio Keys		Sarah and Callicio's R&B song
10	There’s Never a Forever Thinga-ha		A-ha’s beautiful singing voice and tone are captivating.
11	Someone You LovedLewis Capaldi		A beautiful ballad that sings of the pain of heartbreak
12	HaloBeyoncé		Beyoncé’s “Halo,” which sings of the sanctity of love
13	Leader of the BandDan Fogelberg		A classic song that sings of love for one’s father and gratitude for music
14	Fine By MeChris Brown		80s-style nu-disco, a bittersweet love song
15	Fix YouColdplay		The charm of Coldplay and their beautiful vocals
16	Helpless When She SmilesBackstreet Boys		A beautiful ballad by the Backstreet Boys
17	Lovin’ YouMinnie Riperton		Minnie Riperton’s classic song “Lovin’ You”
18	Viva La VidaColdplay		The grand kingly sorrow of Coldplay
19	SunflowerREX ORANGE COUNTY		The sweet songs of Rex Orange
20	On Bended KneeBoyz II Men		“On Bended Knee” is a poignant love song about wishing to get back together.
21	Foolish GamesJewel		A moving song about the pain and growth of love.
22	Time To Say GoodbyeSarah Brightman		A song of a positive departure, with a beautiful melody
23	I’m YoursJason Mraz		A love song carried by the gentle tones of an acoustic guitar
24	Beautiful ThingsBenson Boone		A heartfelt ballad that sings of gratitude and anxiety for a cherished person
25	WonderwallOasis		A masterpiece whose Oasis classic resonates with the heart
26	Young and BeautifulLana Del Rey		Singing of the beauty and fragility of love that transcends time
27	When You’re GoneAvril Lavigne		A heart-touching ballad that sings of farewell and the pain of love
28	Free FallingJames Arthur		James Arthur’s new song, with emotionally rich lyrics
29	You’re BeautifulJames Blunt		A poignant song about unrequited love becomes a global hit
30	Castle on the HillEd Sheeran		A heartwarming classic that portrays love for one's hometown and youthful days
31	Chasing CarsSnow Patrol		Resonates in the heart with universal music that weaves love
32	Yesterday Once MoreCarpenters		Carpenters' classic, a sound that resonates in the heart
33	All of MeJohn Legend		John Legend's iconic songs whose love themes resonate with the heart
34	Two GhostsHarry Styles		Harry Styles's wistful heartbreak ballad
35	Beautiful DayU2		U2’s masterpiece depicting hope and revival
36	Rather BeClean Bandit ft. Jess Glynne		A beautiful melody of love and happiness painted by a collaboration song
37	Always Remember Us This WayLady Gaga		The moving ballad song from A Star Is Born (Ally’s song)
38	Killing Me Softly With His SongRoberta Flack		A soul-stirring masterpiece, a moving work that took America by storm
39	GorgeousBrett Eldredge		A heartwarming classic that sings of love and confidence
40	I Don’t Want to Miss a ThingAerosmith		Aerosmith’s famous love song and movie theme song
41	Feel Like Makin’ LoveRoberta Flack		The appeal of Roberta Flack, a legendary singer of the ’70s
42	A Thousand MilesVanessa Carlton		A classic song that sings of feelings for a loved one