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

ShiversEd Sheeran

Ed Sheeran – Shivers [Official Video]

Here’s a recommendation for men who received a Valentine’s gift from a woman they like: Ed Sheeran’s “Shivers.” It’s his new song, and the lyrics leave a strong impression with their unique expressions of love.

In Japan, Ed Sheeran is often seen as a British singer-songwriter known for stylish sounds, but his true appeal lies in his lyrics, which are highly distinctive and full of humor.

Be sure to check out the Japanese translation and experience the charm of his lyrics for yourself.

Just the Way You AreBruno Mars

Bruno Mars – Just The Way You Are (Official Music Video)

Bruno Mars is an artist known for his husky voice and high-sense music production.

While he’s now recognized for his rock ’n’ roll and disco sound, he sang pop when he first debuted.

The song we’re introducing today, Just the Way You Are, was created during that pop era and solidified his popularity after his debut with Nothing On You.

The lyrics portray pure feelings toward a lover.

It’s perfect for Valentine’s Day.

All of MeJohn Legend

John Legend – All of Me (Official Video)

John Legend is active both as an artist and as a music producer, and his career brings to mind the work of Babyface in his prime.

His well-known hit “All of Me,” released in 2013, gained popularity for its moving lyrics and melody.

In fact, the song was written as a proposal to his wife, and because of that backstory it’s often used as a wedding song.

It’s perfect for Valentine’s Day, the season of confessions of love.

You Belong With MeTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – You Belong With Me

This song expresses the feelings of a plain, unnoticed girl who falls for a boy with a cool girlfriend.

The down-to-earth lyrics are super cute and relatable for girls everywhere.

Plus, the music video—where Taylor plays both the heroine and her rival—is a must-see.

YummyJustin Bieber

Justin Bieber – Yummy (Official Video)

This is Justin Bieber’s first song of 2020, a catchy track that incorporates the word “Yummy,” which means delicious in English, into its lyrics.

Sung with Justin’s sweet vocals, the song is a humor-filled love tune that offers not only catchiness but also a strong message.

It’s a track that exudes a distinctly moody, grown-up sense of humor.

She Loves YouThe Beatles

Beatles She Loves You (With Lyrics)

A hit song by the Beatles released in 1963.

Although it reached No.

1 in the UK on Melody Maker, the band was still relatively minor in the United States, and it wasn’t until the following year—spurred by the success of “I Want to Hold Your Hand”—that this song finally gained the recognition it deserved.

Beginning with the chorus in the refrain was innovative and striking for its time.

Crazy In Love ft. JAY-ZBeyoncé

Beyoncé – Crazy In Love ft. JAY Z

Beyoncé, an American female singer’s 2008 debut single.

A collaborative track with hip-hop artist Jay-Z, released as a single from her debut album Dangerously in Love.

The song was featured on numerous movie soundtracks and used in a Pepsi commercial, becoming a massive hit worldwide.