Moving Western songs: classic and popular tracks among the world’s most emotional songs.
Unlike Japanese music, one of the advantages of Western music is that you can be moved by the mood of the melody even if you don’t know the lyrics.
This time, I’ve selected Western songs that are especially moving.
In the first half, I’ve prioritized commercially successful works and well-known tracks.
In the second half, I’ve gathered truly moving Western masterpieces, regardless of their popularity or commercial scale.
If you’re well-versed in Western music, you’ll likely encounter masterpieces you haven’t heard before in the latter half—so be sure to check them out!
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Moving Western songs: Masterpieces and popular tracks of the world’s most emotional songs (71–80)
Best Friend50 Cent
A track featuring the rhythm of 50 Cent, an American rapper and a leading figure in hip-hop.
It was included on his album released in 2005.
The song also appears on the soundtrack of the 2005 film “Get Rich or Die Tryin’.”
Tears In HeavenEric Clapton
He is a British-born vocalist and guitarist.
In 1992, this song was released as the theme song for the film “Rush.” It reached No.
2 on the U.
S.
singles chart.
The song was created in mourning for his four-and-a-half-year-old son, who passed away suddenly.
Hey There DelilahPLAIN WHITE T’S
An acoustic track about a long-distance relationship.
It was released in 2006 by the American rock band Plain White T’s and reached the Top 10 on charts around the world.
It was sampled in RiFF RaFF’s 2009 track “TiME.”
Moving Western songs: Masterpieces and popular tracks among the world’s most emotional songs (81–90)
There’s Nothing Holdin’ Me BackShawn Mendes
Shawn Mendes, a singer-songwriter known for his sweet looks and relatable lyrics, has won widespread popularity.
Released in April 2017, this track portrays the euphoria and sense of liberation that come with falling in love.
It was reportedly created based on the energy he received from fans during his world tour, and it overflows with youthful passion.
Included on the re-release of the album Illuminate, it became a global hit, reaching No.
1 on multiple charts—especially in Canada.
It’s a recommended song for anyone who needs the courage to love or wants to take a new step forward.
I Really Like YouCarly Rae Jepsen
This is her new love song by the singer who shot to pop stardom with the smash hit “Call Me Maybe.” In the music video, acclaimed actor Tom Hanks, famous for roles like Forrest Gump, can be seen dancing with all his energy.
Their upbeat dancing is sure to bring a smile to your face as well.
I Will Always Love YouWhitney Houston
Originally written by Dolly Parton and recorded in 1974.
This version by Whitney Houston was released in 1992 and was used in the film The Bodyguard.
It won a Grammy Award in 1993.
I Won’t Let You DownOK Go
OK Go is always in the spotlight for their music videos full of humor and ideas, and this time, the MV was actually filmed in Japan, with Perfume making a brief cameo.
The song features a lively, poppy melody paired with lovely lyrics that evoke a sense of trust in a lover.