The '90s produced some of alt-rock's most memorable and defining ballads. These 11 songs showcase the genre at its most emotional and introspective.

The universal language of music has united generations of lovers since the beginning of time. Falling in and out of love, grasping at unrequited love, mourning love lost and succumbing to deep love ...

Feel what you must about Baz Luhrmann's "Moulin Rouge!" — this narratively significant love song is one of the best ballads featured in a movie. Ever. And if you had dared to forget this fact, ...

Black women have long shaped the sound and soul of R&B music. Their voices—raw, emotional and unmatched—have given us timeless love songs that echo through generations. Whether they’re singing about ...

Love is in the air and with so many XOs floating around, there's no time to waste planning your Valentine's Day celebration. Even if you aren't a fan of the holiday and prefer spending it by yourself ...

Written as a love song, Sweet Child O’ Mine evolved into Guns N’ Roses’ most iconic ballad and a defining masterpiece of rock ...

Since releasing her debut solo album, 1967’s Hello, I’m Dolly, Dolly Parton has changed the face of the entertainment ...

Ultimate Classic Rock named Prince's "Purple Rain" as the greatest power ballad of all time.

Even if you aren't a fan of the holiday and prefer spending it by yourself or with the gals, it never hurts to have a collection of romantic songs on reserve ... just in case good ol' Cupid comes ...