[2025] Best-selling Singles Worldwide: Western Music Physical Sales Ranking

We Are The WorldUSA For Africa

2-4　We Are The World

It’s a song that prays for world peace and the eradication of hunger and poverty, so I’d like to express compassion through the vocals with that in mind.

With a song like this, where the theme runs deep, singing with a shallow voice can actually create a negative impression, so in a sense it’s quite challenging.

If I Didn’t CareThe Ink Spots

The Ink Spots – If I Didn’t Care

It was released as the debut single by The Ink Spots.

Sung a cappella in four-part male harmony, it reflects the choral style popular at the time.

The lyrics were written by the great American lyricist Jack Lawrence, who is also known for providing lyrics for artists such as Frank Sinatra.

My Heart Will Go OnCéline Dion

Céline Dion – My Heart Will Go On (from the 2007 DVD “Live In Las Vegas – A New Day…”)

The theme song of the epic film Titanic.

It became a worldwide smash hit, winning numerous awards including the 1997 Academy Award for Best Original Song.

In Japan, it ranked 34th on the Oricon chart and reached No.

1 in the Western music category.

Inspired by this song, many film studios went on to create pieces based on tragic love ballads.

All I Want for Christmas Is YouMariah Carey

Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You (Official Video)

When the season comes around, you hear it on TV and out in the streets, so I’m sure you’ve listened to it at least once.

It’s truly the quintessential Christmas pop song.

There are countless cover versions, but the original is still the best!

Yes Sir, I Can BoogieBaccara

Baccara – Yes Sir, I Can Boogie (Starparade 02.06.1977)

A dance number by a female duo, released in 1977.

It’s a pop song that would shine on the disco floor.

Dubbed the “West German Pink Lady,” it became a hit in Japan.

At the time, disco-style female duos and trios like them were in vogue, and you could see all kinds of units.

However, wasn’t this the first song among them to enjoy global success?

(Everything I Do) I Do It for YouBryan Adams

Bryan Adams – (Everything I Do) I Do It For You

The song I’m introducing today is a signature hit by Canadian singer-songwriter Bryan Adams.

Released in 1991, it was used as the theme song for the film Robin Hood and became a worldwide smash.

Celebrating unconditional love and the unwavering resolve to do anything for the one you love, the track is marked by Adams’s powerful vocals and a beautiful melody.

It spent a record-breaking 16 consecutive weeks at number one on the UK Singles Chart and topped the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States for seven weeks, among other chart-topping feats around the world.

With over 15 million copies sold, it became one of the most successful songs in the era of physical sales.

Singing of the power of love and the belief that true love can overcome any obstacle, this song is highly recommended for anyone who wants to feel the depth of love.

You’re the One That I WantJohn Travolta And Olivia Newton John

John Travolta And Olivia Newton John – You’re The One That I Want

For many of you in the generation that can’t help but gaze off into the distance and think, “Those were the days,” this song is surely a karaoke staple.

It’s a duet by Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta, who each starred in the film Grease, and it’s a really fun number used in a memorable scene.

The subtle differences between the male and female perspectives make it all the more interesting.

Released in May 1978, it became a hit around the world.

I definitely recommend singing it as a male-female pair, but watching the movie first will help you understand the context of the lyrics and make it easier to sing.

Don’t try to sing it perfectly—if each of you fully becomes your character from the film, it’s guaranteed to bring the house down!