[For Valentine’s Day] Recommended Bitter & Sweet Western Songs [2025]

If You Need MeJulia Michaels

Julia Michaels – If You Need Me

Julia Michaels’ “If You Need Me” is a song that truly celebrates what it means to be a genuinely cool woman.

Built around acoustic guitar strums, the track becomes incredibly powerful through her vocals, and the lyrics elevate it even further.

It’s a song I hope you’ll enjoy while taking in its message.

CONTIGOKAROL G, Tiësto

KAROL G, Tiësto – CONTIGO (Official Video)

This song, which portrays a sweet yet bittersweet love, is perfect for Valentine’s Day.

Karol G’s captivating vocals blend with Tiësto’s energetic beat, taking listeners on an emotional journey.

Released in February 2024, it features lyrics that reminisce about past love and express a powerful feeling of not being able to live without the other person.

The music video, themed around a forbidden romance, also drew a lot of attention.

It’s a recommended track for moments of breakup, reunion, or when you want to feel love deeply.

It will surely create a lovely atmosphere as background music for Valentine’s Day.

Flames feat. Avril LavigneMod Sun

MOD SUN – “Flames” (Feat. Avril Lavigne) – OFFICIAL AUDIO

The work that rapper Mod Sun and Avril Lavigne collaborated on, “Flames feat.

Avril Lavigne.” The lyrics depict a passionate love that burns until it’s spent, making it a perfect song for Valentine’s Day—a season of love, you might say.

There are rumors that Mod Sun and Avril Lavigne are dating, and keeping that in mind makes it sound like an even purer love song.

Be sure to check it out.

Ain’t No Mountain High EnoughMarvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell

Ain’t No Mountain High Enough (extra HQ) – Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell

Marvin Gaye, a New Soul singer who was hugely active from the 1970s to the 1980s, is truly an artist-to-artist figure who had a tremendous influence on modern R&B and neo-soul.

The classic he collaborated on with fellow soul singer Tammi Terrell is the song I’m introducing today: “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.” With its soulful melody celebrating the love between a man and a woman, it’s a great recommendation for couples, for example on a Valentine’s Day date.

Whenever Wherever WhateverMaxwell

Maxwell – Whenever Wherever Whatever (Official 4K Video)

Maxwell is an artist known for his crystal-clear falsetto and distinctive melodies.

While he’s recognized as one of the leading figures in neo-soul, he has released far more R&B tracks overall.

“Whenever Wherever Whatever” is one of his early works, and it maintains a soothing, healing melody throughout.

Its romantic atmosphere makes it a perfect fit for Valentine’s Day, doesn’t it?

Loving youMinnie Riperton

Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You (Official Audio) (HQ)

A 1975 hit by American singer Minnie Riperton.

It reached No.

3 on the Billboard chart.

The song, featuring her beautiful voice and bird-like trills, caused a huge sensation at the time.

She also sang backing vocals for Stevie Wonder.

This HellRina Sawayama

Rina Sawayama – This Hell (Official Music Video)

Rina Sawayama is a singer-songwriter from Japan.

She created This Hell as an empowering song for women.

The lyrics liken this world to hell, yet carry a message of living positively regardless.

It’s perfect for playing to friends on Valentine’s Day to lift their spirits.

Some parts are about romance, so it also works as a hype song before a confession.

The lyrics include film homage-style phrases and slang, so knowing those references will deepen your understanding.