I Want to Be Healed from the Heart: Recommended Western Ballads Sung by Female Vocalists
Ballads are known for having many melodies and lyrics that really hit you in the heart.
Suddenly, but do you know the clear definition of a ballad?
In fact, the definition of a ballad is quite ambiguous: as long as it’s a “story-like song,” it can be considered a ballad regardless of the melody.
So this time, we’ve picked out some classic ballad masterpieces.
Unlike in Japan, Western ballads feature a wide variety of melodies, so be sure to check them out.
The first half features famous classics, but the second half includes lesser-known yet incredibly tasteful tracks.
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Healing From the Heart: Recommended Western Ballads Sung by Female Vocalists (151–160)
Everything To MeMonica
Monica, an R&B singer from Atlanta, is also active as an actress and enjoyed huge success as a vocalist throughout the 1990s and 2000s.
Among her ballads, one especially renowned classic is Everything To Me.
Released in 2009, the song came out during a transitional phase for contemporary R&B, when many artists were shifting their sound.
This track, however, was deliberately crafted in a more old-school style.
If you love 1980s R&B ballads, be sure to check it out!
My Love Mine All MineMitski
A poignant and beautiful ballad by Japanese American singer-songwriter Mitski.
This work delves deeply into the permanence of love and the idea of self-ownership.
The lyrics, which sing of a heart illuminated by moonlight, are striking and sure to resonate with listeners.
It is included on the album “The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We,” released in September 2023, and achieved the remarkable feat of charting on the US Billboard Hot 100 and the UK Singles Chart.
A healing track perfect for listening alone on a quiet night.
Recommended for those who want to look beyond material things and reconsider what true love means.
Push ft Omah LayNaomi Sharon
Naomi Sharon’s “Push ft.
Omah Lay” is a sublime ballad that resonates deeply.
Hailing from the Caribbean, her sound carries a multinational flavor, and this particular track gives the sensation of swimming through a sensual, dynamic sea of sound.
Omah Lay’s rap highlights Naomi’s warm vocals, delicately expressing themes of love and desire.
The video’s creative dance scenes are captivating and make it clear why this song has become a talking point.
It’s a track I highly recommend for anyone seeking something soothing.
All At OnceWhitney Houston
This is the perfect song to listen to while gazing up at the evening sky.
Whitney’s gentle vocals grow powerful as the song builds, creating a ballad that somehow lifts your spirits with its uniquely magical atmosphere.
ShadowAshlee Simpson
A track released in 2004 by American artist Ashlee Simpson.
It sings about how she felt at 15, living in the shadow of her celebrity sister, Jessica.
The track was a hit in the United States, Australia, and various European countries.
GuaranàElodie
Elodie, a singer-songwriter from Italy, has a very husky, full-bodied voice, and she leverages that tone to release works across various genres.
Among her ballads, a particularly recommended track is Guaranà.
Although it’s less well-known among her songs—partly because it’s an album track—it’s a finely crafted, high-quality piece.
If you’re into grand, serious ballads, this is a must-listen!
Healing from the heart—Recommended Western ballads sung by female vocalists (161–170)
Ecorchée ViveKayna Samet
Kaina Samet is an R&B singer from France.
Since she also spent time working as a rapper, she has released many tracks that incorporate hip-hop elements.
In terms of vibe, she’s close to Lauryn Hill.
Her voice is very husky, and it’s strikingly similar to Alicia Keys.
Among her ballads, the one I especially recommend is Ecorchée Vive.
It’s crafted as an R&B ballad with strong hip-hop arrangements.