[2025] A roundup of recommended popular ballads sung by male Western artists

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Stirring melodies and sounds that move the heart, messages conveyed through emotional vocals—the forms vary, but ballads have always been loved in every era.

Even those who usually listen to intense rock or dance tracks may sometimes feel like lending an ear to a ballad.

In this article, we’ll introduce must-hear Western ballads—specifically, classic ballads sung by male vocalists!

From grand, string-laden numbers to fine folky tunes and catchy pop ballads, the first half highlights recent hits, while the latter half features timeless classics.

If you’re ready to cry your heart out to music, be sure to check these out.

[2025] Recommended Popular Ballads Sung by Male Western Artists (91–100)

AngelAerosmith

Aerosmith – Angel (Official Music Video)

AngelAerosmith

A smooth power ballad released as a single in 1988 by the American rock band Aerosmith.

It was written by lead singer Steven Tyler and Desmond Child.

The song received heavy airplay on radio stations and reached No.

3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

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Shine OnJet

Jet – Shine On (VIDEO) album edit audio version

Shine OnJet

JET is a band from Melbourne, Australia.

This song is included on their second album, Shine On.

Nick, who handles guitar and vocals, and Chris, the drummer, are brothers, and they wrote this song for their father, who passed away from cancer in 2004.

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[2025] A roundup of recommended popular ballads sung by male Western artists (101–110)

Until I Found YouStephen Sanchez

Stephen Sanchez – Until I Found You (Official Video)

Until I Found YouStephen Sanchez

Steven Sanchez rose to global fame as a singer-songwriter after a video he posted on TikTok in 2020 went viral.

Although he lingered around the middle of the charts for a while following his TikTok breakthrough, he began achieving worldwide hits with the release of Until I Found You in 2022.

The song’s biggest appeal is undoubtedly its musical style: a gentle ballad crafted to evoke 1970s rock and rockabilly.

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RedDaniel Merriweather

Daniel Merriweather – Red (Official Video)

RedDaniel Merriweather

A song released as a single in 2009 by Australian R&B artist Daniel Merriweather.

It carries a strong message about the lack of compassion shown by Western governments.

The music video was filmed in Brooklyn, New York.

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Miserable ManDavid Kushner

David Kushner – Miserable Man [Official Music Video]

Miserable ManDavid Kushner

American singer-songwriter David Kushner, who gained attention after a hit on TikTok, produced this song in 2022, and it charted on music charts around the world, especially in Europe.

Its warm sound, centered on acoustic guitar and vocals, is striking and pairs perfectly with his calm singing voice.

It’s a grand ballad with a beautifully expansive, ambient tone.

Listen to the warm melody that gently envelops feelings of anxiety and loneliness.

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angelsRobbie Williams

robbie williams – angels

angelsRobbie Williams

Robbie Williams is a musician from the United Kingdom who used to be a member of Take That.

This song was released in 1997, and since then it has been covered by artists such as Jessica Simpson and Beverley Knight, becoming famous worldwide.

In the UK, it has even been ranked as the number one song people want played at their funerals.

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Rock Wit’chaBobby Brown

Bobby Brown – Rock Wit’cha (Official Music Video)

Rock Wit'chaBobby Brown

It starts with a telephone call.

Opening with a man-and-woman conversation and music, “Rock Wit’cha” can be summed up in one word: stylish.

This chic, R&B-flavored track is one you’ll want to play over and over.

Bobby Brown’s sweet, clear voice and outstanding vocal ability captivate us.

It’s the kind of song you’ll want to listen to at night, leaning back on the sofa and taking it slow.

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