Love songs in Western music: world classics and recommended popular tracks

DespacitoJustin Bieber ft. Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee

Justin Bieber – Despacito [Music Video] ft. Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee

As a love song, this track is a true classic among classics.

It carries a bittersweet yearning for a woman over a Latin rhythm—melancholic yet uplifting.

Many artists have covered it, but I recommend this version where the original artist collaborates with Justin! It’s perfect for those who want sweet romance—or are already in one.

EmotionsMariah Carey

Mariah Carey – Emotions

A song from diva Mariah’s second album.

It topped the U.

S.

singles chart for three consecutive weeks.

The lyrics, which revel in unrequited love, are perfect for cheerfully supporting a girl’s romance! Her emotional vocals resonate even more with a heart in love.

True LoveP!nk

P!nk – True Love (Official Video) ft. Lily Allen

P!nk is the kind of artist who’s like a really cool big sister—someone who cheers on girls who follow their own path.

This song is very P!nk: a bit edgy, singing about the feeling of “I hate you, but I love you.” And it suggests that this kind of love might actually be the real thing.

Before you start dating someone, you might find yourself thinking about the things you don’t like about them.

But in the end, you want to love them, flaws and all.

Isn’t She LovelyStevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder Isn’t She Lovely (HQ Song) + Lyrics

This is a song by Stevie Wonder released in 1976, and it’s familiar in Japan as a commercial jingle and more.

It’s a tribute overflowing with love for the birth of his beloved daughter, so I think it’s a great recommendation for couples who have a wonderful relationship right now.

Talk about the future together, and hopefully a future like the one in this song will come someday.

Unchained MelodyThe Righteous Brothers

ZoEwR9 Sy M 22 Righteous Brothers UNCHAINED MELODY GHOST

Released on July 17, 1965, this song by The Righteous Brothers is also well known as the theme song of the film “Ghost.” When lovers are separated, they start to worry, wondering if their love will be okay, and they long for each other’s warmth.

In those moments, try listening to this song—it will surely give you courage.

I Will Always LoveWhitney Houston

I Will Always Love You

Originally released by Dolly Parton on June 6, 1974, the song became a massive hit when Whitney Houston covered it as the theme for the film The Bodyguard.

It conveys an overwhelming, pure love—accepting that a time may come when the person you love no longer needs you, and yet promising to always love them.

HeavenGotthard

Gotthard – Heaven (Videoclip)

It’s not that the chord progression is particularly elaborate, nor that the performance is exceptionally skilled.

And yet, it pierces the heart in an irresistible way—that’s the ultimate love song! This track embodies that feeling.

This band is really great.