Western love songs about long-distance relationships. Long-distance love songs from around the world dedicated to couples.

ValentineKina Grannis

Valentine – Kina Grannis (Official Music Video)

With her gentle singing voice and the warm tones of an acoustic guitar that touch the heart, American singer-songwriter Kina Grannis captivates listeners.

This is a gem of a love song from her acclaimed album Stairwells, released in February 2010.

The piece expresses a single-hearted devotion to a lover she can’t meet on Valentine’s Day.

The tender feelings that deepen precisely because they’re apart become palpable through the delicate melody.

Couples in long-distance relationships may find themselves resonating with this bittersweet yet comforting emotion.

Listening to this song that cherishes a loved one might even bring the two of you closer together.

Seven Whole DaysToni Braxton

Toni Braxton – Seven Whole Days (Official Video)

A track released as a single in 1993 by American singer-songwriter and pianist Toni Braxton.

It reached No.

1 on the U.

S.

charts.

It was inspired by Anita Baker’s 1986 track “Been So Long.”

The Heart of LifeJohn Mayer

The Heart of Life – John Mayer

A track by American musician John Mayer.

Released in 2006, it reached No.

1 on the U.

S.

charts and is included on the album Continuum.

It was sampled in Sean Christopher’s 2009 track Position.

LighthouseCalum Scott

Calum Scott – Lighthouse (Lyric Video)

A gem of a love song that movingly captures the image of someone thinking of a faraway lover under a starry sky.

Released in 2024 by the highly acclaimed British singer-songwriter Calum Scott, this piece beautifully portrays both the heartache and the strong bond of a long-distance relationship.

The lyrics are striking, singing of the power of love that guides each other even when apart, like a lighthouse shining in the dark night.

With plans to be performed on Ed Sheeran’s stadium tour, it’s sure to draw even more attention.

It’s a song that will soothe your heart on nights when you’re thinking of someone dear who’s far away.

Kiss Me Thru The PhoneSoulja Boy Tell’em ft. Sammie

Soulja Boy Tell’em – Kiss Me Thru The Phone ft. Sammie

A song released in 2008 by hip-hop artist Soulja Boy.

It’s a fresh, sweet track about a long-distance relationship, where he asks his girlfriend for a kiss over the phone, and it reached No.

1 on Billboard’s Rap chart.

The song was also a hit in the UK, Canada, and New Zealand.

There IsBox Car Racer

Box Car Racer – There Is

Box Car Racer, the band that unfortunately disbanded in 2003.

Even though they’ve broken up, they’re still highly regarded by listeners who love post-hardcore and pop-punk.

Their song “There Is” is one of their hits and sings about the pain of long-distance relationships.

The lyrics are quite delicate and vulnerable, which actually adds to their authenticity.

Be sure to check out the Japanese translation too! If you’re in a long-distance relationship, you’ll probably find the lyrics very relatable.

Lucky (feat. Colbie Caillat)Jason Mraz

Jason Mraz – Lucky (feat. Colbie Caillat) [Official Video] [HD Remaster]

This is a duet by American singer-songwriters Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat that celebrates the good fortune of falling in love with someone who’s also your best friend.

Released in January 2009, the song appears on the acclaimed album “We Sing.

We Dance.

We Steal Things.” It portrays lovers who think of each other from afar, carrying a warm sense of reassurance in their bond that outweighs the sadness of being apart.

If you’ve experienced a long-distance relationship, you’ll understand just how important this trust is.

The song won at the 52nd Grammy Awards and was also featured on the TV show Glee.

Even when you’re separated, your hearts remain connected—this track offers that kind of hopeful message.