Top 13 Most Romantic Songs from the Past Decade

The past decade has brought us many romantic songs, and although some are bad, there are many sweet and poetic ones too. So in honour of Valentine’s Day, here’s Youthink’s list of this past decade's top 13 most romantic songs.

13. 1,2,3,4 – Plain White T’s

(Big Bad World, 2008)
"I love being around you, you make it easy, it's as easy as 1-2-1-2-3-4."
An acoustic song that has the charm of a Hallmark card, The Plain White T’s say “I love you” perfectly through this 2009 hit. The music video features different people saying the three powerful words to their significant others and is truly touching.

12. Come on Get Higher – Matt Nathanson

(Some Mad Hope, 2007)
“If I could walk on water, if I could tell you what’s next, to make you believe, make you forget.”
This song is not like the other songs on the list because it’s from the point of view of being at the end of a relationship. The lyrics speak of missing all the different parts of the past relationship. The song tugs on your heartstrings and, if you have ever lost someone, will give you the desire to win back the one you love.

11. Everything – Michael Bublé

(Call Me Irresponsible, 2007)
“In this crazy life, through these crazy times, it’s you who makes me sing.”
Michael Bublé could win any girl’s heart crooning about how much his muse means to him. A melodious and easy-listening song, the lyrics are romantic and even feature the “la la la la” we imagine humming when in love.

10. Chasing Cars – Snow Patrol

(Eyes Open, 2006)
“If I just lay here, would you lay with me and just forget the world?”
The lyrics we couldn’t escape playing on the radio in 2006 are from Snow Patrol’s hit single off Eyes Open. The lyrics are about just being with the one you love and not needing anything else in the world because you found that special person.

9. Bubbly – Colbie Caillat

(Coco, 2007)
“’Cause every time I see your bubbly face, I get the tingles in a silly place.”
Featuring Colbie Caillat’s melodic vocals, this song is sweet and has a toe-tapping beat. The lyrics are about having the butterflies and feeling giddy when you’re with the one you love. The song is especially romantic for those in new relationships.

8. Collide - Howie Day

(Stop All the World Now, 2004)
"Out of the doubt that fills my mind, I somehow find you and I collide."
This song by Howie Day addresses not understanding love, and the lyrics tell the story of a guy waking up next to his partner and being confused with emotions. But the words also bring out how much he cares and the strong desire he has to stay with her. A perfect song for those who are in a complex relationship, but deeply in love.

7. For You I Will (Confidence) – Teddy Geiger

(Underage Thinking, 2006)
“You always want what you can’t have, but I’ve got to try. I’m going to muster every ounce of confidence I have, for you I will.”
A young Teddy Geiger sings of being infatuated with a girl he can’t have. This song speaks to being in high school and having a crush on a girl in your class. The song is in tune with all of us in high school who are trying to find the right way to say “hi” to our crush or who are in love for the first time.

6. Come Away With Me – Norah Jones

(Come Away With Me, 2002)
"Come away with me, and I'll never stop loving you."
Simple lyrics with a simple beat, Norah Jones’ hit from 2002 has one request, “Come away with me.” This song has the romantic feel that makes you want to run away with the one you love. With an easy listening vibe, this song is pure ear candy.

5. Hero – Enrique Iglesias

(Escape, 2001)
“I can be your hero baby, I can kiss away the pain.”
One of Enrique Iglesias’ most famous songs, Hero, makes every girl swoon. The combination of Enrique’s tender voice singing devoted lyrics will leave your heart beating. The beat is mellow with climaxes that make the song romantic and meaningful.

4. You’re Beautiful – James Blunt

(Back to Bedlam, 2005)
"I saw your face in a crowded place, and I don't know what to do, 'cause I'll never be with you."
Another staple wedding song, James Blunt’s first hit will have you smiling at how sweet his lyrics are. The way he serenades a girl he’s just seen makes every girl dream of that happening to them. The song makes you believe in love at first sight and will have you thinking of that special person you’ve had your eye on for a while.

3. She Will Be Loved – Maroon 5

(Songs About Jane, 2002)
“I don’t mind spending every day, out on the corner in the pouring rain.”
From the 2004 album, Songs of Jane, the smooth unmistakable vocals of Adam Levine are intoxicating in She Will Be Loved. This song is for those couples that have broken up and gotten back together – a reminder of how if you really love someone, you’ll do anything to make it work.

2. Your Body is a Wonderland – John Mayer

(Room for Squares, 2001)
"One mile to every inch of, your skin like porcelain, one pair of candy lips and, your bubblegum tongue."
A sexier and metaphorical approach to romance, John Mayer deals out plenty of compliments in this song. Mayer’s husky and sweet voice is the perfect mix to sweep a girl off her feet. The heart-melting tone of the song will leave you in awe and will have you humming endlessly.

1. You and Me – Lifehouse

(Self-titled, 2005)
“Everything she does is beautiful, everything she does is right.”
Often played at weddings, Lifehouse’s 2005 hit, You and Me, is one of the most romantic songs of the past decade. With sweet guitar sounds and a slow beat, this song is perfect for slow dancing with that special someone. This hit is definitely a song created for people who are truly in love.