A Collection of Heart-Touching Western Ballads — From Classics to the Newest Hits
Although I don’t usually listen to much Western music, I suspect there are quite a few people who have a favorite famous ballad.
Ballads don’t really demand a specific type of listener, and many people probably discover them through movie or TV drama theme songs or commercials and end up liking them.
There are many ways to define a ballad, but in this article we highlight classic Western ballads that fit the general image—from piano ballads to rock ballads, across eras—introducing wonderful songs that truly “resonate with the heart.”
We also touch on the meanings of the lyrics, so you might deepen your understanding of songs you love.
Be sure to check it out!
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A collection of moving Western ballads—from classics to the latest hits (41–50)
FallingHarry Styles
Harry Styles, one of the popular members of One Direction.
His “Falling” is a standout ballad whose piercingly emotional vocals tug at the heart.
The chorus—“What kind of person am I now? Have I become someone you wouldn’t want to be around…?”—evokes the image of a protagonist wrestling with self-reflection, and it’s so moving it can bring you to the verge of tears before you know it.
If you need a good cry to reset your mood, give this song a listen!
MamasAnne Wilson, Hillary Scott
This is a heartwarming song filled with the importance of parenting and gratitude for family.
Released starting in April 2022, it features a collaboration between rising star of American Contemporary Christian Music Anne Wilson and acclaimed country artist Hillary Scott.
Its gentle, tender melody and vocals imbued with deep love for mothers have touched many hearts.
The song reached No.
15 on the Hot Christian Songs chart and was nominated for a GMA Dove Award, making it a standout track.
It’s perfect for expressing feelings to someone special or pairing with a Mother’s Day gift.
The official music video, which highlights the bond between mother and child, is also a must-see.
I SurrenderCéline Dion
This is a ballad sung by Canadian diva Celine Dion that expresses a resolve to give everything for love.
With its grand melody and powerful vocals, it deeply moves listeners.
It’s included on the album “A New Day Has Come,” released in March 2002, and has been showcased as one of the highlights of her Las Vegas performances.
It’s the perfect song for those who believe in the power of love—something anyone with experience in romance can relate to.
Fix YouColdplay
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.
When I Was Your ManBruno Mars
A poignant piano ballad that sings of heartbreak and regret.
Written from the perspective of a man who has lost his lover by American artist Bruno Mars, the song captures the complex emotions of regretting past mistakes while still wishing happiness for the other person.
Released in January 2013, it appears on the album “Unorthodox Jukebox” and became a worldwide hit, reaching No.
1 on the U.
S.
Billboard charts.
With its simple piano accompaniment and powerful vocals, it’s recommended for those seeking to heal the pain of a broken heart or to reaffirm their feelings for someone special.
MotherSugarland
This is a song by the American country music duo Sugarland that gently conveys the gratitude we all feel toward our mothers.
Carefully celebrating a mother’s unconditional love and its importance, the track appears on their album “Bigger,” released in June 2018.
Jennifer Nettles’s emotionally rich vocals skillfully capture a mother’s deep love and warmth.
Set to a calm, tender country ballad, it warmly portrays mothers wishing for their children’s happiness.
It’s perfect as background music for a fun family drive and also makes a lovely gift to express appreciation to your mom.
Not just for special occasions like Mother’s Day, this is a song you’ll want to play whenever you want to say thank you.
CelebrateJames Arthur
This is a song released in January 2025 by British singer-songwriter James Arthur.
Scheduled to be included on the album Pisces, the track is a ballad that blends elements of pop and indie rock.
Set to piano-driven instrumentation, Arthur’s powerful vocals resonate throughout.
The lyrics, infused with self-affirmation and gratitude, convey the importance of celebrating life’s small victories.
After winning The X Factor in 2012, Arthur topped the UK charts with his single Impossible, gaining significant attention in the music industry.
This track showcases a new musical challenge for him and is recommended for anyone looking to reflect on themselves.