Will Fenton
Love at first sight is an instant connection.
Some call it fate.
Others, the best accident to ever happen to them.
If you’ve ever fallen in love, you will know the intense feeling that comes with seeing that special someone for the first time.
Such moments are like fairytales, reminiscent of the romantic movie scenes we’ve become quite fond of in recent years.
Whether or not you believe in love at first sight, there’s probably no denying that many artists have released iconic songs inspired by instant attractions.
Below, we’ve compiled a list of the 40 best songs about love at first sight.
See the classic songs below if you need something to remind you that pure love still exists.
1. “Love @ 1st Sight” by Mary J Blige ft. Method Man
One of Mary J Blige’s best-ever collaborations tells a romantic love story.
It brings out the theme of love at first sight, with the singer wondering if what she’s feeling toward the stranger is truly what instant attraction is all about.
Commercially, it enjoyed moderate success in the mainstream market, reaching #22 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and #10 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart.
2. “Love Story” by Taylor Swift
‘Love Story’ is one of the best Taylor Swift love songs about a high school love gone sour.
It is centered on Romeo and Juliet’s love story in William Shakespeare’s playbook, describing Taylor’s first-ever love encounter.
The song has a happy ending, but not before the American singer is at loggerheads with her family over the forbidden love.
3. “Penny Lover” by Lionel Richie
Lionel Richie’s ‘Penny Lover’ is a romantic ballad where the singer reminisces about his early experiences in love.
He recounts meeting his first lover and hopes they never destroy the strong bond.
4. “First Day of My Life” by Bright Eyes
We all remember our first love encounter.
Just like in this 2005 indie folk, where the American rock band remembers starting their life afresh after falling in love.
Love is powerful.
For some, it can cure pain, sadness, and anxiety.
But for Bright Eyes and Conor Oberst to be precise, it meant a rebirth.
5. “I’m Your Baby Tonight” by Whitney Houston
Talk about a crush driving someone crazy.
This is Whitney Houston’s song about a man he’s fast getting attracted to.
It would change Whitney’s fortunes, making her a popular figure in the eyes of music critics.
6. “I Knew I Loved You” by Savage Garden
It looks like the Savage Garden duo of Daniel Jones and Darren Hayes finally realizes the power of love.
It’s probably easier to know that you love someone than find out if they are willing to reciprocate your love.
And if you are finally falling in love after countless attempts and multiple heartbreaks, the song’s lyrics will be relatable.
7. “Crazy In Love” by Beyoncé
We love Queen B.
Everybody does.
But we bet you wouldn’t predict that love could make a figure as influential as Beyoncé go crazy.
In this track, the pop queen is merely talking about the power of love, acting crazily in a way she could never imagine.
Lyrically, the vocalist remembers falling in love for the first time and never thinking straight again.
8. “Say You Won’t Let Go” by James Arthur
James Arthur’s pop song is about finding true love and hoping you spend the rest of your lives together.
We won’t judge James harshly and say some negative stuff like he was desperate for the addressee’s love in this song.
But you can listen to his romantic lyrics in the 3-minute track and decide if it’s the perfect tribute to your lover.
9. “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” by Roberta Flack
Everybody remembers the flush of excitement that comes with falling in love.
Just like in this song, there can be no doubt that the new lover completes the singer’s life.
And the first time he makes love to him, he confirms everything he’s been thinking about her.
The poetic imagery is exactly what you need to spice up your love.
And the romantic lyrics will have you longing for your lover’s company.
10. “Be My Baby” by The Ronettes
A few better songs express the theme of unrequited love than The Ronettes’ ‘Be My Baby.’
In the track, the singer is begging for the man’s love.
In her heart, she’s convinced she’s the right one for the guy, and they’d make the perfect love story.
But whether the man is willing to reciprocate her love is another question.
11. “Just One Look” by Doris Troy
‘Just One Look’ was written by renowned R&B singers Gregory Carroll and Doris Troy.
It describes love at first sight, with the singer reckoning that it didn’t take much to fall in love with the addressee.
‘Just one look and I fell so hard/In love with you, oh, oh, oh.’
That’s the most memorable line we could recall from the track.
12. “Sea of Love” by The Honeydrippers
There’s a strong feeling between two individuals deeply in love.
And in this 1984 rock and roll, the narrator recalls the first time he met the addressee and was instantly convinced that she was the one.
‘Sea Of Love’ is always attributed to Phil Phillips, who first sang it in 1959.
However, it wasn’t until 1984 that the song gained lots of attention thanks to The Honeydrippers’ version.
13. “Love at First Sight” by Michael Buble
There are a few special moments in a person’s life than the day they find true love.
Michael Buble feels an instant connection and is willing to take his chances no matter what it takes.
Call it a big risk or a bold move.
But the singer is convinced that he’s finally found the perfect piece to complete his life.
And who can blame him for taking his chances?
14. “Change Your Name” by Brett Young
Another fan favorite on our list.
It’s probably easier to erase all the bad memories from your mind just by thinking about that special someone.
Or at least, that’s what happens to the narrator in this 2018 country song.
In the track, Brett Young walks into a room, and the sight of a gorgeous young lady instantly catches his attention.
He’s suddenly love-struck and imagines spending his entire life with that one sexy, lovely someone.
15. “Just Walk Away” by Celine Dion
It’s a little monotonous to say that not all love stories have happy endings.
As Celine Dion sadly discovered in her 1993 pop song.
Like all lovers, Dion had hoped that this would be her perfect love story, created by two individuals who only wanted the best for one another.
But it wasn’t long before her lover decided to walk away, leaving her heartbroken.
She hopes she doesn’t give up on life or hurt herself.
Love at first sight can be deceiving at times, it seems.
16. “You Had Me From Hello” by Kenny Chesney
Hello is a casual way to start a conversation.
And this Kenny Chesney’s song alludes to getting attracted to someone from the first time you see them.
It is a typical Kenny Chesney love song, bringing out the exhilarating feeling of finding true love.
If you’ve experienced the intense feeling of falling in love, you won’t get enough of this song.
17. “Isn’t She Lovely” by Stevie Wonder
Love doesn’t only involve adults in romantic encounters, as Stevie Wonder elaborates in this song.
In the track, Wonder chooses to celebrate the birth of his first daughter, Aisha, as the special someone he’s seeing for the first time.
Listening to the lyrics, you will agree that the track is purely made for romantic moments and could be great for celebrating your love.
18. “I’m a Believer” by The Monkees
Not all people believe in love.
And you can hardly blame them for that.
But in this 60s pop song, all it takes is a gorgeous woman’s face for the narrator to change his perception of love.
The hopeless romantics will find meaning in this song and even fall in love again after alleviating their fears.
19. “Call Me Maybe” by Carly Rae Jepsen
Carly Ray’s ‘Call Me Maybe’ is a flirtatious song about the inconveniences of love at first sight.
So, you just give them your number to call you maybe, if they are interested.
This song became Carly Rae’s signature track, sitting atop the Billboard Hot 100 chart for 9 consecutive weeks besides becoming the best-selling single in 2012.
20. “Can’t Help Falling In Love” by Elvis Presley
Some artists don’t struggle to compile the perfect lyrics for just about any situation.
And Elvis Presley is one of those.
In this tender ballad, the singer can’t resist the urge to fall in love with this one stranger.
He’s unsure if falling in love would be a sin, but he’s certainly convinced that some things are meant to be.
21. “Look At Me” by Carrie Underwood
You could probably guess that a Carrie Underwood song would be somewhere on the list.
And in this powerful ballad, the singer wishes the addressee could feel the kind of love she has for him.
Carrie’s beautiful voice does justice to the song, and if you are keen enough, you will hear Vince Gill’s vocals in the background.
22. “I Met A Girl” by William Michael Morgan
Not every day do we see a budding artist earning the #1 spot with their debut single.
But William Michael Morgan’s contemporary country song defied the odds, taking the #1 spot shortly after release.
A lot can happen when boys and girls meet.
And in this classic love story, the singer recalls meeting a girl who stole his heart.
The lyrics are so sweet they will leave a lasting impression on anyone listening to the song for the first time.
23. “Heartache On The Dance Floor” by John Pardi
John Pardi’s up-tempo song is one of the feel-good stories about love at first sight.
It begins with a story of a beautiful woman in a West Coast bar who captures the man’s attention from the first look.
While the man doesn’t know her name or anything about her, he now has a heartache of longing to see her again.
Some will say it’s a case of lost opportunities.
But perhaps you should hear the lyrics yourself to be the judge.
24. “Lovesong” by The Cure
The lyrics to The Cure’s ‘Lovesong’ are more inspiring than we actually thought.
The song has Smith confessing his love for his longtime partner, Mary.
He wants her to know that he loves her, despite the long periods they get separated from time to time.
25. “I Saw Her Standing There” by The Beatles
This is one of those love songs with a happy ending.
The lyrics tell the tale of a man who spotted a girl at a disco and instantly got attracted to her.
They dance the entire night and can’t resist the urge to fall in love.
26. “Done” by Chris Janson
Chris Janson’s ‘Done’ is one of the best love songs ever recorded.
It captures the singer’s romantic affair with his wife, Kelly Lynn, recounting their first encounter down the street.
In the song, Chris affirms that he had made up his mind the first time he saw Kelly.
‘Done, the first time I saw you, done.’
That’s Chris’ favorite line from the song, and we can now tell why.
27. “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” by Frankie Valli
When talking about musical songs about love that had a lasting impression on music critics, Frankie Valli’s ‘Can’t Take My Eyes Off You’ instantly comes to mind.
It captures the perfect love story, describing the moment you meet someone, and have strong feelings for them.
You can’t help but fall in love with them at first sight, longing for their tender touch and magical voice.
As the soothing lyrics continue, we can only hope that you will find that special someone to dedicate this beautiful tune to.
28. “We Danced” by Brad Paisley
Guess falling in love on the dance floor was commonplace in the past.
In this country love song, Braid Paisley and Chris DuBois describe the story of a man and a woman falling in love on a dance at a popular tavern.
It’s the perfect song for a slow dance with your significant other.
And for anyone who’s ever doubted Brad Paisley’s storytelling skills, this song will change your opinion right away.
29. “Somebody To You” by The Vamps ft. Demi Lovato
In life, some people want money.
Others want peace.
But in this song, the narrator only wants her lover’s company because he’s madly in love with her.
He didn’t expect their relationship to be so good, but he now can’t take his mind off her.
30. “Hey Pretty Girl” by Kip Moore
Kip Moore is one of those underrated artists whose music tends to go under the radar.
But he got us craving for more in his 2012 country song about falling in love with a beautiful girl and enjoying the flush of exhilaration that comes with it.
31. “Everything Has Changed” by Taylor Swift ft. Ed Sheeran
Love at first sight is powerful.
For some, it comes with an intense feeling only the two love birds can explain.
That’s the theme in this 2012 folk-pop ballad, where Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran explore the power of love.
The song is about meeting someone for the first time and unexpectedly falling in love with them.
You realize how much they mean to you and your whole perspective on life suddenly changes.
32. “This Is The One” by The Stone Roses
There’s so much power in the song’s title that it’s been used in practically any context.
Some say the song is about anticipation, referencing the wait for the right opportunity to fall in love.
But no matter how you look at it, it suits the theme of love and alludes to meeting someone special for the first time.
33. “Something” by The Beatles
The Beatles’ lead guitarist, George Harrison, cemented his name as one of the most talented songwriters in history using this song.
The song was initially considered a tribute to George’s wife, Pattie Boyd.
But the singer later revealed that the Hindu deity Krishna inspired the song.
Whatever the interpretation, we can all agree that The Beatles’ tune is one of the greatest romantic songs of all time.
34. “You Don’t Know My Name” by Alicia Keys
You would be mistaken to assume that iconic pop singers aren’t bothered by the power of love.
But in her own words, Alicia recalls that this song is “about that feeling you have when you see somebody that you really, really like, or at least you think you do.”
35. “The Way You Look Tonight” by Frank Sinatra
This song is about a man raving about his lover.
He finds her so beautiful and seductive, and it’s probably her look at the first meeting that has stuck with him forever.
Frank’s romantic voice makes the song magical.
And if you want something that your lover will wholeheartedly appreciate, this is the one.
36. “Sarah Smiles” by Panic! At The Disco
“Sarah Smiles” is one of the best Panic! at the Disco love songs written for Brendon Urie’s girlfriend, Sarah Orzechowski.
In one of the interviews, Brendon recounts that he wrote the song to woo his girlfriend when they first met.
Thankfully, he won her over, and they ended up dating.
37. “Love At First Sight” by Kylie Minogue
Of course, you can tell the song’s meaning from the title alone.
It describes falling in love with someone from the first look.
It is a dance-pop song released as part of Kylie Minogue’s eighth studio album, ‘Fever.’
38. “Sold (The Grundy County Auction Incident)” by John Michael Montgomery
‘Sold’ is a killer country song with a funny storyline about a woman the singer met at a Grundy County auction.
If only people could auction off their hearts for true love, the American singer would be willing to risk it all.
Interestingly, he was rewarded with a #1 ranking on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks in 1995.
39. “One Boy, One Girl” by Collin Raye
‘One boy, one girl, two hearts beating wildly/To put it mildly, it was love at first sight.’
This is the perfect love story, capturing the romantic relationship between two love birds, from meeting to courtship, marriage, and the birth of their first children.
We don’t know if such stories still exist, but it’s interesting to see the flawless unfolding of pure love.
40. “Just A Kiss” by Lady Antebellum
At #40 is a mid-tempo ballad describing a couple’s romantic affair.
It’s about beginning a new relationship, taking everything slowly as you get to know each other better.
The two lovebirds don’t want to spoil the beautiful moment and would instead leave it at the kissing stage for now.
How sweet can it be?
Best Songs About Love at First Sight – Final Thoughts
We all need a little love.
But love at first sight is even more special, bringing a lasting feeling close to a fairytale from a romantic movie scene.
Songs about love at first sight are the best way to describe the unexpected, intense feeling you get from meeting a special someone.
And our playlist would be great for anyone celebrating their wedding or going back to their first real encounter with their loved one.
We hope you will find the perfect song from the list to set the mood when you finally set your eyes on the right one.
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