Piano ballads of Western music—from timeless hits to the latest songs
The tones born from the piano—a percussion instrument and a string instrument—overflow with a charm that captivates the hearts of us Japanese and won’t let go.
When we think of popular music where the piano takes center stage—playing a bubbly melody when we’re happy and a tune that gently accompanies our hearts when we’re feeling down—it has to be ballads.
In this article, we bring together timeless masterpieces of piano-centered Western ballads, spanning from classic favorites to the latest hits, resonating across generations.
Enjoy a richly varied selection that transcends genres—not only classic piano-and-voice ballads, but also rock ballads, jazz, pop, and more.
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Piano Ballads of Western Music — From Classic Hits to the Newest Songs (41–50)
DrowningBackstreet Boys
It’s a classic song by the Backstreet Boys released in 2001.
The piano sound in the intro matches their oasis-evoking vocals, and as you listen, it feels like your heart gets lighter.
Among BSB’s many great ballads, this one is especially recommended.
Ordinary DayVanessa Carlton
This is a song by Vanessa Carlton released in 2002.
For Vanessa, who is famous for singing while playing the piano, the piano might be considered a part of her.
Of course, one recommendation is the piano melody she performs, but the lyrics are also noteworthy, depicting a profound message conveyed by a boy who suddenly appears in the midst of everyday life.
Waiting Outside The LinesGreyson Chance
A track released in 2010 by American pop-rock singer Greyson Chance.
It was first performed live on the TV show The Ellen DeGeneres Show in October 2010.
The music video, directed by Sanaa Hamri, was filmed in Los Angeles.
AgainJanet Jackson
A ballad released in 1993 by Janet Jackson.
It was used in the film Poetic Justice and was nominated for both the Golden Globe Awards and the Academy Awards.
The track was a hit worldwide and reached No.
1 on the U.
S.
charts.
StillThe Communards
A ballad released in 1979 by the Commodores.
It was written by Lionel Richie.
It became a hit in the UK and reached No.
1 on the U.
S.
charts.
This track was covered by actor and country music singer John Schneider.
I BelieveFantasia
A track by R&B singer-songwriter Fantasia, also known as the winner of TV show American Idol Season 3.
It is her debut single, released in 2004.
It reached No.
1 on the charts in the United States and Canada and won a Billboard Music Award.
What a Good Woman DoesJoy Williams
Joy Williams is an American singer-songwriter who has been active since 2000.
She has won a Grammy Award.
This track is included on the album “Venus,” released in 2015.
The album reached No.
3 on the U.
S.
charts.