[2025 Edition] Classic Western Songs with Great Lyrics: Beautiful Messages That Touch the Heart

Youth Ft. KhalidShawn Mendes

Shawn Mendes – Youth (Lyrics) Ft. Khalid

Singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes, known for his well-defined features and steady performances, is extremely popular among teenagers.

He’s also known as Camila Cabello’s partner.

His track “Youth” featuring Khalid is among his most popular songs.

The lyrics portray a strong determination to hold on to one’s youth no matter what happens.

It’s a must-see for students and exam-takers.

I Love It When It RainsLoveless

Loveless – I Love It When It Rains (Official Music Video)

Loveless is a Los Angeles–based duo drawing attention with a sound reminiscent of 2000s emo and emotionally charged vocals that deliver relatable lyrics addressing issues like mental health.

Already quite popular in their home country, they released a new single, “I Love It When It Rains,” in April 2024.

It’s a standout track with a striking riff and a poignant melody that tugs at the heart.

The lyrics were reportedly written by vocalist Julian Comeau during a period when his mother was repeatedly hospitalized with a serious illness, and they portray the resolve to face life’s hardships without giving up and to keep looking forward.

Sexy to SomeoneClairo

Clairo – Sexy to Someone

The song released in May 2024 by Claire Cottrill from the United States—better known as Clairo—features a distinctly ’70s-style groove and minimalism.

With hip-hop beats, a funky bassline, intermittent keyboard tones, and an alluring flute motif, the track leaves a strong impression.

Lyrically, it explores the universal desire to be seen as attractive, expressed through various everyday situations.

Through familiar scenes—a moment in a park, a hotel, a bar—it portrays the earnest wish to appear appealing to someone.

Clairo’s candid, personal lyrics seem to resonate with many listeners.

MemoriesMaroon 5

Maroon 5 – Memories (Audio)

When it comes to Maroon 5’s signature heartbreak songs, it’s got to be “Memories,” of course.

The lyrics portray a poignant sense of longing as the protagonist drinks and looks back on memories of a lover they can’t forget.

There’s also a section where the progression shifts into something like a canon, so that’s a point to listen for as well.

Bohemian RhapsodyQueen

Queen – Bohemian Rhapsody (Official Video Remastered)

An impressive song that begins with an a cappella line, “Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy?” It tells the story of a poor, lonely boy who shoots a man, is subsequently tortured, and ultimately faces judgment prepared to die.

The lyrics are written to progress like a scene from an opera, with the music shifting along with the dramatic developments.

It’s a historic masterpiece that blends elements of glam, metal, and rock with opera, delivering a constantly evolving experience that never bores the listener!

I’m your firstflowerovlove

flowerovlove – I’m your first

Flowerovlove, a singer-songwriter from London who’s been catching the attention of quick-eared music fans.

Despite being born in 2005, she’s making her mark with DIY-spirited pop and commands massive popularity not just for her music but also as a fashion icon.

Chosen by British Vogue as an “Artist to Watch in 2025,” her momentum shows no sign of slowing.

The track she released in September 2025 is a pure mood-lifter—a killer tune! Its self-affirming lyrics proudly celebrate being someone’s “first special one” in love, which is incredibly appealing.

The sound, blending glistening synths with a bouncy beat, feels like the best of both indie and pop.

It’s a song that will give you a boost when you want confidence or are ready to take a new step forward.

Fix YouColdplay

Coldplay – Fix You (Official Video)

A gemlike ballad that stays close to the heart, delivering healing and hope.

Released by the popular British band Coldplay in September 2005, this work carries a warm message for those bearing deep sorrow and a sense of loss.

Featured on the album X&Y, it begins with a quiet piano melody and unfolds into a grand, expansive sound.

From its performance at the Live 8 concert to its use at Steve Jobs’s memorial, it has moved people in many settings.

It’s a song to hear when you want the courage to overcome sadness and move forward.