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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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A popular, up-and-coming male singer-songwriter in Western pop music
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1OrdinaryAlex WarrenSummary (20 characters): From SNS to the music industry. An emotional singer-songwriter who wields TikTok’s viral power.
2Beautiful ThingsBenson BooneA singer-songwriter who broke out on TikTok, achieving global hits with pop-rock songs.
3Last NightMorgan Wallen20-character summary: Morgan Wallen is a singer-songwriter popular for music that fuses country and pop rock.
4Bad HabitSteve LacySteve Lacy is a neo-soul artist who blends a variety of genres rooted in R&B and soul.
5Soft SpotkeshiKeshi is a Vietnamese-American singer-songwriter. Active on SoundCloud, he’s known for his distinctive sound that blends lo-fi hip hop with alternative music.
6back to friendssombrSOMBER is a singer-songwriter from New York. Rising in indie rock, their track “Back to Friends” became a viral hit on TikTok.
7Instant KarmaJohn LennonThe Beatles’ revolutionary who lived for music and peace
8I’m Not The Only OneSam SmithSam Smith: a soul-stirring voice and music
9Space OddityDavid BowieMusical innovator Bowie, always breaking new ground
10Move On UpCurtis MayfieldCurtis Mayfield's Music
11Bad DayDaniel PowterPauter, a Canadian singer’s piano music
12Heart of GoldNeil YoungNeil Young: His impact on music and society
13A Song For YouLeon RussellLeon Russell, a revolution in the music scene
14Walk on the Wild SideLou ReedLou Reed, a master of innovative rock
15One Kind Of LoveBrian WilsonThe Beach Boys’ musical revolutionary
16Brown SugarD’AngeloD’Angelo, an R&B innovator with versatile musicianship
17And i love herKurt CobainA solo side for the singer of a rock band
18What’s Going OnMarvin GayeMarvin Gaye: Revolutionizing music with a soulful voice
19ShipbuildingRobert WyattWithout losing his passion for music even after the accident
20SuperstitionStevie WonderStevie Wonder, moving the world with his music
21I Know What You Did Last SummerShawn MendesA moving behind-the-scenes story of a Canadian-born collaboration track
22Still Crazy After All These YearsPaul SimonLegendary artist leading the music scene
23One Call AwayCharlie PuthA powerful song about yearning for a distant lover
24Oliver’s ArmyElvis Costello & The Attractionsthe music of Elvis Costello
25PhotographEd SheeranA moving song that portrays a long-distance relationship
26AttentionCharlie PuthA globally popular singer-songwriter with music theory expertise and talent
27Someone You LovedLewis CapaldiLewis Capaldi's soulful singing voice
28StitchesShawn MendesFrom Vine to global star, pop singer
29Where It’s AtBeckBeck, who brought innovation to rock in the 1990s
30Ain’t No SunshineBill WithersBill Withers, music that resonates with the heart
31Hope For The FuturePaul McCartneyThe difficulty of surpassing The Beatles with a solo career
32Stay With MeSam SmithSam Smith, a genius at pouring emotion into song
33Just The Way You AreBruno MarsBruno Mars’s love songs: honest lyrics about love
34The HillsThe WeekndA famous song by a popular Canadian singer who collaborated with Eminem
35SayJohn MayerJohn Mayer, music that resonates with the heart
36Love YourselfJustin BieberA biting acoustic song with lyrics aimed at an ex-girlfriend
37JealousNick jonasJonas sings about jealousy toward his girlfriend
38Two FingersJake BuggJake Bugg, a singer-songwriter of the younger generation
39When You Come Back To Me AgainGarth BrooksA moving song filled with feelings for my mother
40GraceJeff Buckley90s diva, music that lives on forever
41Crazy For This GirlEvan&JaronA love song by twin artists singing about romance
42GMFJohn GrantThe moving song “GMF” resonates with the heart.
43Stay With Me BabySteve MarriottSteve Marriott Solo Collection
44Pick MeAlec BenjaminThe Appeal of Alec Benjamin’s Music
45InvisibleHunter HayesA moving song about the experience of bullying
46These PeopleRichard AshcroftA singer-songwriter who represents the UK music scene
47Let Her GoPassengerDeep regret and poignant sorrow for a lost love
48All Of MeJohn LegendA heartfelt love song by John Legend
49Hey Little BruiserEd HarcourtDrunken poet, weaving tones on the piano
50Eyes Wide ShutAlfie TemplemanA young indie R&B singer-songwriter
51Honey, I’m GoodAndy GrammerA captivating song by the country singer Grammar
52Knockin’ On Heaven’s DoorBob DylanBob Dylan is the foundation of Western popular singer-songwriters.
53Forget YouCeeLo GreenCeeLo’s anthem challenging the music industry
54You Are Your Mother’s ChildConor OberstA captivating singer-songwriter
55The FearBen HowardA British singer sings about the anxieties of life
56Love Me BetterCorbyn BessonCorbyn Besson makes his solo debut
57Change The WorldEric ClaptonEric Clapton is a god of music.
58While My Guitar Gently WeepsGeorge HarrisonThe Beatles are a legendary band full of geniuses.
59It Was Only DancingHar Mar SuperstarThe singer’s unexpected charm and singing voice
60Just In LoveJoe JonasA singer from Disney performs a passionate love song
61Big Girl (You Are Beautiful)MIKAThe untold story behind a catchy, body-positive song
62The Death Of You And MeNoel Gallagher’s High Flying BirdsA strange song—you’ll notice its charm once you listen.
63When Can I See You Again?Owl CityAdam Young's upbeat songs
64Mmm YeahAustin MahoneA classic hit by a young singer who became popular on YouTube
6510 d E A T h b R E a s TBon IverJustin of Bon Iver, the latest popular singer-songwriter
66LazarettoJack WhiteJack White is the savior of the American music scene.
67Hold Back The RiverJames BaySinger-songwriter from the United Kingdom
68AlrightKeaton HensonKeaton Henson is a musician of the new generation.
69Because Of YouNe-YoA sexy R&B dance song, burning passion for a woman
70Pick It UpPaul WellerPaul Weller is the greatest singer-songwriter.
71Voices in My HeadBob MouldBob Mould, former Hüsker Dü singer
72Lonely DancersConan GrayConan Gray, his unique pop style
73When I Was A BoyJeff Lynne’s ELOThe Densha Otoko theme song—a classic that brings back childhood memories.
74HallelujahLeonard Cohen“Hallelujah” is a hugely famous masterpiece.
75TroublemakerOlly MursA pop song that portrays a love you can't walk away from
76OctopusSyd BarrettThe tragic genius of Pink Floyd’s founding member
77Leave Herd4vdd4vd from Texas makes his music debut
78Metal GuruMarc Bolan & T. RexMarc Bolan, a genius singer-songwriter
79Hotline BlingDrakeA catchy song about Drake's feelings for his ex-girlfriend
80iYiYiCody SimpsonAn early hit song by a singer who became popular on YouTube
81In My HeadJason DeruloAn ideal pop song that sings about everyday life
82Hula HoopOMIFrom Jamaica, the smash hit 'Cheerleader'
83Just So You KnowJesse McCartneyA famous song that sings of the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love