[2025 Edition] Tearjerkers! A Compilation of Recommended Latest Western Music Ballads
No matter the era, magnificent ballads with heart-wrenching melodies and sound continue to move countless music fans.
Across genre preferences, most people can quickly think of one or two ballad songs they count among their favorites.
Among such ballads, this time we’re focusing on “tear-jerking ballads,” delivering a selection that includes the latest popular tracks as well as hidden gem ballads tucked away on albums.
Even if you don’t understand the lyrics, these songs are moving enough to make you cry—but this review also touches on the lyrical content, so be sure to use it as a reference.
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[2025 Edition] Tearjerkers! Recommended Latest Western Ballads Roundup (41–50)
All I WantTori Kelly
An emotional ballad that channels deep feelings into a quiet, intimate atmosphere.
The grand strings and layered choruses bring out the full prowess of the singer-songwriter.
The lyrics, pledging eternal love, will move listeners and tug at their hearts.
Written in May 2024 for Bridgerton Season 3, the song is used in a pivotal scene that highlights the romance of the main characters.
It’s also included on Tori Kelly’s fifth studio album, “Tori.” Whether you already love romantic songs or want to express your feelings to someone special, this track is a perfect choice.
Glue Songbeabadoobee
It’s a song distinguished by heartwarming, romantic lyrics and a beautiful melody.
Set to a relaxed tempo, it gently sings of the joy of falling in love and the happiness that comes with it, soothing the listener’s heart.
It’s said to be Beabadoobee’s first happy love song, and that sentiment comes through across the entire track.
Released in February 2023, the song drew attention as a new work following her second album, Beatopia.
The music video, shot in her homeland of the Philippines, is also a must-see.
It’s a recommended listen not only for those in love, but for anyone who holds feelings for someone.
LifelineAlicia Keys
A heart-wrenchingly moving ballad whose melody and lyrics resonate deeply.
Alicia Keys’s beautiful voice reaches out to people living through difficult times.
Inspired by the film The Color Purple, this piece was released in November 2023 and is making waves on the R&B charts.
Its message—promising to stay by your side as a steadfast presence no matter the hardship—offers a soothing harmony that gently comforts weary hearts.
For those of us leading hectic lives, Alicia Keys’s voice is like a warm light.
Let yourself be wrapped in the heartfelt lyrics and beautiful melody, and slowly heal your spirit.
Heartbreak AnniversaryGiveon
A soul-stirring ballad that confronts the pain of heartbreak.
Giveon’s rich baritone voice exquisitely captures the emotions of remembering a lost love.
Released in March 2020, the song quickly dominated the charts.
It earned high acclaim, including a nomination for Best R&B Performance at the 2021 Grammy Awards.
The lyrics delicately portray the complex feelings that surface on the anniversary of a breakup, resonating deeply with anyone who has had a similar experience.
When you want to find solace in the sorrow of losing someone important, give it a listen.
Monsters In The HouseKelly Jones
The single from Welsh singer-songwriter Kelly Jones’s new release, due out in May 2024, is a superb track that signals a bold new direction for him.
Set to a piano-led, melancholic sound, his powerful performance lays bare the subtle emotions of confronting loneliness and inner conflict in life.
His warm vocals quietly draw close to the listener, offering gentle encouragement—truly memorable.
Known as the frontman of the rock band Stereophonics, this work stands as proof that he’s breaking new ground as a solo artist.
It’s a song I especially recommend to anyone feeling weary of life.
Forget MeLewis Capaldi
This is a ballad whose overwhelming vocal power, expressing the pain of heartbreak, strikes straight to the heart.
Released in September 2022, it served as the lead single from Lewis Capaldi’s second album, “Broken by Desire to Be Heavenly Sent.” With a rich baritone voice, it conveys the struggle between an inability to forget the past and the need to move forward.
The lyrics, born from personal experience, will resonate deeply with listeners.
Having even held a solo concert in Japan on January 9, 2020, his soulful voice is sure to be a source of comfort for anyone carrying the pain of a broken heart.
From The StartLaufey
It’s a heartwarming ballad that tenderly captures bittersweet feelings for a friend.
Blending jazz and pop, Laevei’s delicate vocals really resonate.
Released in May 2023, the track went viral on social media and struck a chord with many listeners.
Anyone who’s experienced unrequited love can relate, and it’s perfect for listening while lying in bed.
It’s slated to be included on the album “Bewitched,” which should draw even more attention.
Highly recommended not only for those struggling with love, but also for anyone who wants to deepen their feelings for someone special.