Music - it’s a subjective matter when it comes to what people enjoy and, to an extent, what some people constitute as a ‘romantic’ ballad for Valentine's Day 2025.
Some might point to the haunting I Miss You by Blink-182 as a romantic ballad, while I am sure many will point to Meatloaf’s I Will Do Anything For Love (But I Won’t Do That) or some form of serenade from a plethora of boy and girl bands.
So who to turn to for an objective look at what you could be adding to your Valentine’s Day playlist in 2025 that could offer a fair and ‘balanced’ take on the matter? I thought of my mum initially, but instead turned to ChatGPT to see what AI thinks are the 15 most romantic songs to add to your playlist this year.
Using the prompt ‘Hey ChatGPT - I’m stuck for ideas to create a playlist for my Valentine's Day sweetheart this year, can you offer some suggestions,” in minutes AI decided to make its selections.
But that wasn’t enough - I then asked ‘Why do you think this is a great song for a Valentine’s Day playlist,” and the results were as follows.
5. Ed Sheeran - Thinking Out Loud
"A modern love anthem, this song stands out because of its heartfelt lyrics about love that endures through aging and life’s changes. The line "I will be loving you till we’re 70" has already become iconic, and Sheeran’s warm vocals give it a deeply personal touch." | Getty
6. Billy Joel - Just The Way You Are
"Not to be confused with the Bruno Mars song of the same name, Billy Joel’s "Just the Way You Are" is a message of unconditional love and appreciation. It reassures a partner that they don’t need to change or be anything other than who they are to be loved completely." | Getty
7. Al Green - Let's Stay Together
"Few voices sound as effortlessly romantic as Al Green’s, and this song is the perfect mix of smooth, soulful vocals and loving lyrics. The message is simple yet powerful: true love isn’t just about passion; it’s about sticking together through thick and thin." | Getty
8. Celine Dion - My Heart Will Go On (Theme from Titanic)
"This song is forever linked to Titanic, but its message of love that survives beyond life itself makes it more than just a movie ballad. Celine Dion’s vocal performance is breath-taking, turning this into one of the most powerful love songs of all time." | Getty