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

When it comes to the most popular event held in Japan every February, many people immediately think of Valentine’s Day, when women give chocolate to men.

It’s well known that the holiday originally comes from Christian traditions, and in recent years it has become a nationwide event in Japan as well, evolving to meet various needs—such as the rise of “tomo-choco” (friends’ chocolate).

In this article, we’ve selected classic Western songs perfect for Valentine’s Day for those eagerly awaiting the occasion, offering a wide lineup from sweet, melting love songs to tracks that celebrate friendship among friends!

Feel free to use this as background music to help create the right atmosphere in your store for the Valentine’s sales season.

[For Valentine's Day] Recommended Bitter & Sweet Western Songs [2025] (41–50)

Push My LuckThe Chainsmokers

The Chainsmokers – Push My Luck (Official Video)
Push My LuckThe Chainsmokers

The Chainsmokers are a hugely popular DJ duo racing across the top of the world.

This track of theirs is infused with passionate feelings about love, making it a very dramatic and mellow piece.

Its calm tone is beautiful, and of course, it fully showcases their signature gorgeous melodies—truly a masterpiece.

[For Valentine’s Day] Recommended Bitter & Sweet Western Songs [2025] (51–60)

Scared of Loving YouSelena Gomez, benny blanco

Selena Gomez, benny blanco – Scared of Loving You (Official Lyric Video)
Scared of Loving YouSelena Gomez, benny blanco

Loving someone is wonderful, but it also comes with fear.

Crafted by Selena Gomez from the U.

S.

and Benny Blanco, this song is an acoustic pop ballad that gently embraces the complex emotions everyone experiences.

The lyrics candidly portray anxieties born from youthful relationships and the fear of losing someone precious, resonating deeply with listeners.

Released on Valentine’s Day in February 2025, the track has drawn attention as the lead single from the album “I Said I Love You First.” Its warm lyric video, filmed at Disneyland, conveys the natural affection between a couple.

It’s the perfect song for anyone who wants to feel that blend of exhilaration and unease that comes with falling in love.

I’m The One ft. Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance the Rapper, Lil WayneDJ Khaled

DJ Khaled – I’m The One ft. Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance the Rapper, Lil Wayne
I'm The One ft. Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance the Rapper, Lil WayneDJ Khaled

It’s a song by DJ Khaled, featuring many stars including Justin Bieber.

The title, “I’m The One,” is a passionate love call meaning, “I’m the one and only destined for you.

” I’ve heard that on Valentine’s Day overseas, it’s often men who express their feelings to women, so it’s a perfect song for the occasion.

AngelAerosmith

Aerosmith – Angel (Official Music Video)
AngelAerosmith

Aerosmith, an American rock band that thrived during the heyday of British rock, also enjoys immense popularity in Japan.

Their song “Angel,” released in 1988, reached No.

3 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Its lyrics are deeply romantic, describing a loved one as angelic.

Despite the sweet words, it’s crafted as a very powerful ballad, so the melody is also a highlight.

I’ll Make Love To YouBoyz II Men

Boyz II Men – I’ll Make Love To You (Official Music Video)
I'll Make Love To YouBoyz II Men

Boyz II Men is a chorus group with world-class talent.

Based in R&B and known for their perfectly synchronized harmonies, they have earned exceptionally high praise worldwide.

Although the group has since lost one member, they still deliver top-tier harmonies.

Among their love songs, one of the most famous is “I’ll Make Love To You.” With its catchy melody and lyrics, it’s a perfect fit for Valentine’s Day.

Too MuchCarly Rae Jepsen

Carly Rae Jepsen – Too Much [Official Music Video]
Too MuchCarly Rae Jepsen

Here’s the ultimate love song sung by Carly Rae Jepsen with her beautiful voice.

The title “Too Much” means “overdoing it” in Japanese, and this word is sung many times throughout the track.

Its message is brilliantly cathartic and relatable.

It’s a song I want women struggling with love to listen to on Valentine’s Day.

The Power of LoveHuey Lewis & The News

Huey Lewis & The News – The Power Of Love (Official Video)
The Power of LoveHuey Lewis & The News

Released in 1985 for the film Back to the Future, this song became a major hit for the American rock band Huey Lewis and the News.

It reached number one on the Billboard charts.

In Japan, it was also featured in a Honda commercial and gained widespread popularity.