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 (41–50)
Eyes Wide ShutAlfie Templeman
Alfie Templeman is a British singer-songwriter born in 2003.
He began making demo recordings at 13 and made his professional debut in 2018.
Rooted in indie pop and alternative rock, he describes his sound as “indie R&B.” After gaining attention on Spotify, he signed with Chess Club Records.
He has released multiple singles and the albums “Forever Isn’t Long Enough” and “Mellow Moon.” A self-taught multi-instrumentalist who plays more than 11 instruments, he also records and produces at home.
His live shows are known for their youthful, energetic performances.
He openly discusses mental health, and his wide-ranging musicality resonates with many listeners.
Popular and noteworthy male singer-songwriters in Western music (51–60)
Honey, I’m GoodAndy Grammer
Andy Grammer is an American country singer and singer-songwriter.
His music is bright and catchy, and the lyrics are very unique: with a touch of humor, he turns down advances by saying, “You’re very beautiful, but I have someone important waiting at home,” staying faithful to his wife.
Knockin’ On Heaven’s DoorBob Dylan
When it comes to male singer-songwriters in Western music, the fundamental figure—and the absolute king—is unquestionably Bob Dylan.
Before and after him, there have been wonderful melody makers, and many who surpassed him in sales, but he’s the one who laid the foundation.
Forget YouCeeLo Green
CeeLo Green is an American singer-songwriter.
This song’s lyrics are about getting back at an ex-girlfriend who treated him terribly by becoming successful, but CeeLo himself revealed in an interview that he actually wrote the song directed at the music industry.
You Are Your Mother’s ChildConor Oberst
Some foreign rock fans might not immediately recognize the name Conor Oberst.
In that case, mentioning that he’s the vocalist of Bright Eyes might jog their memory a bit.
There are few artists who embody the singer-songwriter more than he does.
The FearBen Howard
Ben Howard is a singer-songwriter from the United Kingdom.
This song is about the uncertainty of life, expressing the fear of reaching the end having accomplished nothing, and the feeling of being held back by various fears that keep you from taking the first step.
Love Me BetterCorbyn Besson
Corbyn Besson, originally known as a member of the five-piece boy band Why Don’t We, has recently debuted as a solo artist, taking a bold new step.
His sound is rooted in pop with groovy R&B elements.
After joining Why Don’t We in 2016, he spent seven years thriving within the group, and you can sense his determination to pursue his own musical identity while drawing on that experience.
The tracks, recorded in his home studio and at LA’s Sound Factory, convey his passion for music.
With lyrics centered on self-love and the importance of moving forward, his songs are likely to resonate with younger listeners.
He’s an artist I’d highly recommend to anyone who’s drawn to the captivating vocals of male Western pop singers.