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

Among people who mainly listen to Western music, there actually aren’t that many who listen while fully understanding the lyrics in detail.

Not every domestic CD release comes with a Japanese translation, and it’s not a big problem to enjoy songs without knowing the lyrical content.

That said, learning what the lyrics actually say might make you love the song even more!

So this time, we’re focusing on “wonderful lyrics” in a broad sense and introducing classic Western songs with great lyrics that cover a variety of themes.

In the first half, we feature the latest hits and buzzworthy tracks, and in the second half, timeless classics.

Don’t miss this chance to check them out.

[2025 Edition] Great Western songs with meaningful lyrics: beautiful, heartfelt messages (21–30)

Lose ControlTeddy Swims

Teddy Swims – Lose Control (The Village Sessions)
Lose ControlTeddy Swims

A soulful song that portrays a heart swaying between love and dependence.

Released in June 2023 by American artist Teddy Swims, this track is included on his debut album, “I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 1).” With his powerful vocals and deeply expressive delivery, he sings of intense feelings for a lover and the anxiety of losing himself.

In March 2024, it reached No.

1 on the Billboard Hot 100, setting a record as the longest climb to the top by a solo male artist, taking 32 weeks.

It’s a highly recommended track that will resonate with anyone who has experienced both the joys and pains of love.

Someone You LovedLewis Capaldi

Lewis Capaldi is a singer-songwriter from the UK, widely praised for his husky voice and expressive delivery.

“Someone You Loved” is one of his signature songs, portraying both the pain of losing someone dear and the importance of loving.

The music video is also highly acclaimed: it tells a moving story in which a man’s late wife had registered as a heart donor, and the elderly husband goes to meet the woman who received his wife’s heart and records the sound of it beating.

[2025 Edition] Great Western songs with good lyrics: wonderful, heart-touching messages (31–40)

Keep It LitTegan Marie

Tegan Marie – “Keep It Lit” (Official Music Video)
Keep It LitTegan Marie

Tegan Marie, an American female singer, released “Keep It Lit” as her debut single in 2018.

Amazingly, she was only 14 at the time, yet she brilliantly made a pop song with country music elements her own.

The lyric “keep a little spark burning bright” conveys a positive message that perfectly matches the song’s image.

Without YouAndy Grammer

Andy Grammer – Without You (Lyric Video)
Without YouAndy Grammer

The new song released in June 2024 by American singer-songwriter Andy Grammer is an anthemic pop track themed around personal growth and independence.

It carefully portrays the emotional nuances of someone who has gone through a breakup, with lyrics that celebrate the strength to move forward.

Characterized by dynamic vocals and an uplifting sound, its powerful melody encourages and energizes listeners.

The song is also set to be performed on his solo acoustic tour, “Greater Than: A One Man Show,” which will take place across the United States starting in September.

It’s the birth of a classic that will give courage to anyone standing at a crossroads in life.

Romeo and JulietPardyalone

Pardyalone – Romeo and Juliet
Romeo and JulietPardyalone

This is a track released in June 2024 by Purdieron, an artist from Minnesota, USA.

It features a diverse sound grounded in hip-hop, while incorporating elements of pop and rock.

Set against synthesizers, piano, and gentle guitar melodies, the lyrics vividly portray a passionate yet fragile love, leaving a lasting impression.

The song has drawn attention as the title track of the album “Romeo and Juliet.” Purdieron’s emotional vocals and delicate melodies are sure to resonate with younger listeners.

It’s a moving piece that everyone burning with love should hear.

Old FriendsBugzy Malone

This work by Manchester-born rapper Bugzy Malone, released in April 2024, is an introspective track themed around dialogue with the past.

It recounts late-night conversations from his youth, the hardships they overcame together, and even time spent in prison.

It’s a remarkable piece that conveys gratitude for lost friendships and pays homage to the comrades who shared those struggles.

Showcasing Bugzy’s artistic talent, the song beautifully fuses a melodic tone with his signature lyricism.

While looking back on the past, it also looks forward, signaling an evolution in his musicality—making it a standout new release.

French ExitDua Lipa

Dua Lipa – French Exit (Official Visualiser)
French ExitDua Lipa

Dua Lipa’s new song is a bold departure from her previous style.

Strongly influenced by disco and funk, it features an irresistibly catchy, lingering melody.

Included on the album “Radical Optimism,” released on May 3, 2024, the track exudes a timeless allure.

While it carries a nostalgic vibe, it’s distinctly filtered through the sensibilities of an artist living in the 2020s.

The lyrics delicately portray the pain of a breakup and complex emotions, resonating deeply with many listeners.

This is a perfect song for those who want to feel the subtleties of human relationships.