39 Best Valentine's Day Songs to Serenade Your Special Someone
Spanning decades and genres, this collection is the ultimate fun and romantic February 14 playlist.
By Erin Cavoto
There are tons of ways to express heartfelt Valentine's Day wishes to all the special people in our life on February 14. You can send flowers, write sweet Valentine's Day quotes in a card, or cook an intimate Valentine's Day dinner. Another easy way to shower those closest to you with love is to say it with a song. Because we can't always find just the right words to say how we feel, luckily there are plenty of talented musical artists who sum it all up for us! We've rounded up some of the best Valentine's Day songs ever, as well as the greatest love songs of all time, to create a romantic soundtrack for Valentine’s Day this year.
Whether you're going out or staying in, these tunes set the mood right away with the most romantic song lyrics. Some will give you butterflies about meeting the one you love, some will for sure make you cry. The list features obvious love song heavy hitters, like Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, and Etta James. And while there are plenty of songs about Valentine's Day (and even some songs with valentine in the title!), including tracks from Bruce Springsteen and Fiona Apple, we've made sure to include some classic country love songs too, like Dolly Parton's "I Will Always Love You."
Play this list straight through or use it to jumpstart your own playlist for your special someone (one of our favorite Valentine's Day ideas for couples!) Add "your song," as well as tunes you listened to on your first date, memorable road trips, or your wedding day. One thing's for sure, these classic Valentine’s Day songs will create a wonderfully dreamy backdrop to celebrate love on February 14 and all year long.
"These Arms of Mine" by Otis Redding
Maybe you've been together forever, but this song will take you back to those early days of passion and longing.
"Forever and Ever, Amen" by Randy Travis
The promise of forever love is the theme of this classic country hit.
"Something" by The Beatles
The lyrics to this Beatles classic are certainly tender and sweet—but the accompanying music video starring the Fab Four and their significant others really brings "Something" into the tear-jerker status of all-time great love songs.
"All of Me" by John Legend
This is perhaps the newest classic love song that's become incredibly popular over the last decade. It's from John's fourth studio album, "Love in the Future."
"Thinking Out Loud" by Ed Sheeran
Cliché in all the right ways, this love ballad about growing old with your loved one became an instant classic the moment it was released.
"You're Still the One" by Shania Twain
This heartfelt crossover ballad with lyrics like "You're still the one I want for life" and "You're still the one that I love, the only one I dream of" speaks to sticking it out in the name of love, no matter the odds.
"My Funny Valentine" by Frank Sinatra
While this song has been covered hundreds of times, Frank Sinatra's version of this famous Richard Rogers and Lorenz Hart tune is unbeatable.
"Valentine" by The Replacements
American rock band The Replacements put this song out on their fifth studio album in 1987, Pleased to Meet Me.
"Valentine's Day" by Steve Earle
This moving, earnest song might say everything you need and want to say this Valentine's Day.
"Won't You Be My Valentine" by Dore Alpert
If you're trying to find the right words to ask that special someone out, this 1962 track will do all the talking for you.
"Be Mine" by R.E.M.
This song is said to be a play on Valentine's Day candy hearts but personalized for the narrator's lover.
"First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" by Roberta Flack
Roberta Flack made this song an international hit with her breathtaking 1972 recording.
"It's Your Love" by Tim McGraw and Faith Hill
Country music's king and queen come together for a seriously heartfelt and powerful duet.
"Valentine's Day" by Bruce Springsteen
This song was featured on Bruce Springsteen's 1987 album Tunnel of Love.
"Valentine" by Willie Nelson
This track keeps it short and simple, asking the classic line, "Won't you be my Valentine?"
"Valentine" by 5 Seconds of Summer
The Australian quartet released this song in 2018, which the band described as the "ultimate Valentine's Day song."
"My Valentine" by Paul McCartney
This 2011 song features Eric Clapton, while actress Natalie Portman stars in the music video.
"Valentine" by Pentatonix
The popular a capella group reimagined this song originally created by Jessie Ware, along with a beautiful music video.
"Valentine" by Martina McBride & Jim Brickman
This romantic tune is sure to remind you and yours what you really mean to each other.
"Valentine" by Train
Be warned: You might have this catchy song stuck in your head for weeks!
Erin Cavoto is the Editorial Assistant at ThePioneerWoman.com, covering food, holidays, home decor, and more.
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