15 Piano Love Songs That'll Melt Your Heart [Videos]

Are you looking to learn some iconic piano songs? Today, there are many well-known pianists who are able to transform a movie theme, classical piece, jazz standard, or pop song into a solo piece for the piano. And now is your opportunity to learn to play the best of the best for yourself. 

Not sure where to start? Allow our list of songs to inspire you. We’ve rounded up 15 of the top piano love songs of all time. Maybe you’re looking to gain the attention of a certain love interest, make your partner swoon, or simply challenge yourself to a new set of songs. Whatever the case may be, our list of famous love songs is a great play to begin your musical journey. 

Explore these powerful love songs and get ready to add them to your repertoire! 

What Are the Top 15 Piano Love Songs?

If we’re being honest, there are countless cute love songs that you can play on the piano. And it’s not exactly an easy task to narrow down all the amazing options! That said, we did the dirty work for you and picked out some of the best romantic piano love songs produced over the years. From pop hits performed by legendary musicians to classic numbers from famous movies and plays, this list runs the gamut. 

Give these popular piano pieces a listen and then try them out for yourself!

Romantic Piano Pieces to Play on Keys

1. My Heart Will Go On: Titanic

If you’re only going to learn just one sweet love song on the piano, it might as well be this one! This is a heart wrenching piano love song that will surely make you shed a tear. This is a great song for practicing a wide range of dynamics and phrasing. Start simple with the melody in the right hand, then incorporate the left hand.

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2. Liszt “Love Dream” Liebestraum

This classical piano piece by Liszt truly makes you feel like you’re inside a sweet dream. Appropriate to play at formal events, this song will even make children emotionally feel connected to the piece.

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3. All I Ask of You: Phantom of the Opera

Calling all “Phantom of the Opera” fans! This romantic piano song by Andrew Lloyd Webber touches everyone’s hearts. The piano melody is stunning in the right hand, and the constant motion in the left hand keeps the piece driving. The range of notes in the low and high octaves on the piano make your emotions want to soar.

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4. To a Wild Rose: Edward MacDowell

This is a very simple classical song for the piano, featuring a light and airy mezzo-piano feel. It’s amazing how the chords accompany the melody to convey a romantic emotion, without even having to use words. Give this famous love song a whirl—you’ll be glad you did!

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5. One Hand, One Heart: West Side Story

Ready to impress? This piano love song is great to play for a loved one. Originally written for musical theater, the song can easily transition as a classical piece. Try improvising with the melody in a classical context within the solo part.

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6. When a Man Loves a Woman: Percy Sledge

If you’re looking for a cute love song, you can’t go wrong with this Percy Sledge number. This 80’s love song is flirty and romantic. It’s a great piano love song to entertain people with, as it brings back old memories for many people.

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7. Endless Love: Lionel Richie and Diana Ross

No one can deny the power of this amazing love song. This pop ballad gives you the freedom to add your own personal touch. For example, you can add trills, re-harmonization of chords, and play with the rhythm to make this piece sound a little more romantically spontaneous.

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8. Con te Partiro: Andrea Bocelli

“Time to Say Goodbye” is a classy, Mediterranean song. The piano makes it sound very affectionate, and will leave you wanting one last kiss! It’s also a great piece to practice key changes.

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9. La Boheme: Opera by Puccini

Opera has been touching audiences and their hearts for hundreds of years. While the song was initially written for a full orchestra, it still provokes the same kind of emotion on the piano. Put your heart and soul into playing this romantic piano music, and you just might be surprised by the sounds you produce!

10. Corcovado: Antonio Carlos Jobim

This light jazz piano song always puts everyone in a romantic mood. Challenge yourself to see if you can come up with the most intimate chord voicings. The more you play around with it, the better it will sound.

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11. Sunday Kind of Love: Etta James

You’ll be pressed to find a more romantic song than this one. This 1960’s lovey-dovey tune is sure to make you want to be with your love on a Sunday. The way the song builds up in each verse, chorus, and bridge will have you on the edge of your seat.

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12. Scenes From an Italian Restaurant: Billy Joel

The melody and chords in this piano love song paint a beautiful image in your mind. This song can be played either mid-tempo or as a very slow ballad. It’s also great for dramatic shaping. Experimenting with different variations is a great way to challenge your musical skills.

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13. Crazy After All These Years: Paul Simon

Looking for a fun sing-along to play on the piano? The lyrics in this folk song are very poetic, and you can easily sing along with the tune. This song is not too busy, so you can put in your own arpeggios and melodic phrasing to create the expression you want to convey.

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14. Dreaming of You & I Could Fall in Love: Selena

These romantic piano pieces from the ’90s would be a great medley put together. Perfect for background music or a performance, these songs will be very popular among young adults.