A popular, up-and-coming male singer-songwriter in Western pop music
Regardless of race—white, Black, or otherwise—era, or place of origin, don’t you find male singers in Western music incredibly captivating?
One of the unique joys of Western music is hearing distinctive vocal styles—tones and phrasing that Japanese singers could almost never produce—brimming with individuality.
So this time, we’ve put together a wide-ranging selection of popular male singer-songwriters from Western music, mixing both classic and contemporary artists.
There may still be plenty of artists you haven’t discovered yet.
Be sure to give them a listen!
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Popular and noteworthy male singer-songwriters in Western music (71–80)
Voices in My HeadBob Mould
Bob Mould, who made his name in the legendary band Hüsker Dü and has since been active as a singer-songwriter, is the person in question.
Even as he ages, his voice is truly cool.
Many singer-songwriters sing in a relaxed manner, but his voice is razor-sharp.
Lonely DancersConan Gray
Conan Gray, a California native, is a singer-songwriter known for his unique style that fuses melancholic emotions with vibrant pop sounds.
He self-released his debut single, “Idle Town,” in 2017 and gained attention through his activity on YouTube.
His debut album, “Kid Krow,” released in March 2020, achieved the remarkable feat of debuting at No.
5 on the Billboard 200.
In particular, the track “Heather” broke out on TikTok and marked his first entry on the Billboard Hot 100.
With a Japanese mother, he also spent part of his childhood in Hiroshima.
Through lyrics that beautifully capture the pains and joys of youth and his emotive vocals, he stands out as a distinctive presence in the indie pop scene.
When I Was A BoyJeff Lynne’s ELO
This is a song by Jeff Lynne, who was active in Electric Light Orchestra.
For those who don’t know him, you might remember it as the theme song of Densha Otoko.
First, just listen to this song once.
Doesn’t it remind you of something important from your childhood?
HallelujahLeonard Cohen
It’s so well known in the United States that you could almost call it the most popular song in the world.
When I meet middle-aged or older Americans, I bring up “Hallelujah” as a conversation starter.
More often than not, the conversation flows smoothly after that.
It’s a song with outstanding name recognition that also stirs a sense of patriotism.
TroublemakerOlly Murs
Olly Murs is a British singer-songwriter who proved his talent by finishing second in season 6 of the audition show The X Factor.
This song, a collaboration with the popular American rapper Flo Rida, is an up-tempo pop track with soul influences that sings about a girl he knows is trouble, yet somehow he just can’t stay away from her.
OctopusSyd Barrett
He was the central figure of early Pink Floyd, and there’s hardly anyone who embodied the singer-songwriter persona more than he did.
I’ve heard he became so absorbed in making music that he ended up consumed by drugs, with his character and personality falling apart.
Still, the songs he left behind are nothing short of divine.
Leave Herd4vd
Hailing from Houston, Texas, d4vd was homeschooled before shifting from gaming to music.
In 2022, a track he produced on an iPhone in his sister’s closet went viral on social media, marking his debut.
He signed with Darkroom, the label home to Billie Eilish, and has garnered attention for his fresh blend of 80s UK rock influences with distinctive vocals and rhythms.
His music features simple yet dreamy guitar sounds and profound lyrics, often exploring themes of solitude, love, and farewell that resonate with many listeners.
He is also heavily influenced by Japanese anime and manga, developing his unique universe known as the “d4vdverse.” An artist rapidly rising in popularity in Japan, he has performed at events such as Fuji Rock Festival.