A Collection of Iconic Songs by Western Music Duos Through the Ages [2025]
Across the ages and around the world, the music scene has seen countless captivating duos.
From male–female pairs and twin vocals to piano-and-vocal combinations, many listeners are drawn to the exquisite harmonies and distinctive musicality that only two people can create.
In this article, we introduce a selection of gem-like tracks by Western duos that have continued to be loved across eras and genres.
Take your time exploring which timeless duo masterpieces are out there, and enjoy the many songs that will surely resonate with your heart.
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Timeless Hits by Iconic Western Music Duos [2025] (31–40)
Truly Madly DeeplySavage Garden
Savage Garden is a duo band consisting of two men: Darren Hayes on vocals and Daniel Jones on keyboards and guitar.
They broke through in the late 1990s, but unfortunately disbanded after releasing two albums.
Truly Madly Deeply is a 1997 single.
It expresses the feelings of a man in love—“I’m crazy about you”—set to a gentle slow ballad.
Tainted LoveSoft Cell
Soft Cell is a British male duo consisting of Marc Almond and Dave Ball.
They were one of the bands that represented the new wave movement that emerged in the early 1980s.
The original version of Tainted Love was released by Gloria Jones in 1964.
Soft Cell’s electronically arranged rendition became a worldwide hit.
Boss Of MeThey Might Be Giants
They Might Be Giants is an American rock band.
It is a male duo consisting of John Linnell and John Flansburgh.
Formed in 1982, they have continued to be active to the present day.
“Boss of Me” is a 2000 song that was used as the theme for the American television series Malcolm in the Middle.
¡Corre!Jesse & Joy
Included on the 2011 album “¿Con Quién Se Queda El Perro?”.
A brother-sister pop rock duo from Mexico City formed in 2005.
This song won Song of the Year at the Latin Grammy Awards in 2012.
Its mid-tempo rhythm and lyrical, melancholic melody make it an exceptionally beautiful number.
All For A ReasonAlessi Brothers
The Alessi Brothers (also written as “Alessi” in Japan) are a duo consisting of twin brothers Billy and Bobby Alessi.
They debuted in 1976.
They were introduced to Japanese audiences the following year with their second album, All for a Reason.
The title track of the album, All For A Reason, with its sophisticated AOR flavor, became especially beloved among Japanese listeners.
Classic Hits by Era-Defining Western Music Duos [2025] (41–50)
Big Jet PlaneAngus&Julia Stone
A single released in 2010.
A pop duo from Sydney formed in 2006.
It’s a melancholic number featuring a mid-tempo, gently flowing rhythm and lyrical guitar sounds, with a wistful vocal delivery that leaves a strong impression.
Closer to FineIndigo Girls
Indigo Girls is a female duo consisting of Emily Saliers and Amy Ray.
True to their name, the sound crafted by these two American artists is simple, unadorned, and naturally evocative—like well-worn denim.
Closer to Fine is a track from their 1989 album Indigo Girls.