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Let's leap over the language barrier! Western love songs with great lyrics

Western love songs that are familiar in Japan from weddings and TV commercials.

In this article, I took a closer look by focusing on the lyrics.

It would be a shame to just listen without knowing the “language barrier” and the true meanings!

I’m sure the real melody flows beyond the language.

Try making a full-length, line-by-line translation of your favorite song.

You’ll likely make unexpected discoveries and notice all kinds of things.

This time, I’ll introduce you to exquisite love songs born across the sea.

Leap over the language barrier! Western love songs with great lyrics (21–30)

Love StoryTaylor Swift

A famous song by Taylor Swift, who went from a country music singer to one of the world’s leading divas.

The lyrics perfectly match her cute, charming singing style, and the melody moves the hearts of many.

It’s sure to make your heart flutter.

You Belong With MeTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift sings about a bittersweet unrequited love: the boy friend she adores likes that cute girl, while she feels plain and frumpy by comparison.

The high-school story–style music video, where Taylor plays two roles, is also a must-see.

Leap over the language barrier! Western love songs with great lyrics (31–40)

Too SweetHozier

Hozier – Too Sweet (Official Video)
Too SweetHozier

A heartwarming ballad by Irish artist Hozier that contrasts sweet romance with the habit of staying up late.

Through tender, wistful vocals, it portrays the growing affection he feels despite grappling with differences in values between a partner who keeps early hours and himself, who enjoys a night-owl lifestyle.

Included on the March 2024 EP “Unheard,” the song topped charts around the world.

On the U.

S.

charts, it marked a remarkable achievement—the first of its kind by an Irish artist in 34 years.

It’s a track you’ll want to play on nights when you sit at a bar counter with a whiskey, thinking of that special someone.

Highly recommended for late-night drives and for those who cherish a secret love.

Wish You Were HereAvril Lavigne

Avril Lavigne – Wish You Were Here (Official Video)
Wish You Were HereAvril Lavigne

This is a famous song by Avril Lavigne, who is also hugely popular in Japan.

She’s known for delivering sweet love songs with a fierce, rock style, but if you really listen to the lyrics, many of them are truly heart-fluttering—and this song is one that will move your heart as well.

Price TagJessie J

Jessie J – Price Tag ft. B.o.B
Price TagJessie J

This is a famous song by Jessie J, who also rose to prominence through collaborations with Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj.

It’s a phenomenal track where her distinctive husky voice and captivating lyrics blend perfectly.

It’s sure to enchant every listener.

My Life Would Suck Without YouKelly Clarkson

Kelly Clarkson – My Life Would Suck Without You
My Life Would Suck Without YouKelly Clarkson

The title of this song comes from the candid feeling, “Life without you isn’t worth it.” Even after looking back on the relationship with a lover I ended up arguing with, I still feel there’s no one but you—breaking up would be a mistake.

It may sound like a hopelessly clingy song, but including the music video, it has a pop finish.

MapsYeah Yeah Yeahs

Yeah Yeah Yeahs – Maps (Official Music Video)
MapsYeah Yeah Yeahs

A track released in 2004 by Yeah Yeah Yeahs.

It’s about the relationship between lead singer Karen O and her boyfriend, Angus Andrew.

It was chosen as the Best Love Song by NME in 2009 and was sampled in Adventure Club’s 2012 track “Wait.”