Pop Songs For Romance Book Lovers

Cheyenne Johnson
Sep 13, 2025
4 min read

While there’s an endless amount of love songs to listen to, some just sound like the perfect soundtrack for the epic love stories we read in our favorite romance novels. Artists and authors pour their hearts and souls into these creations, making us crave the romantic, tender declarations we experience through music and on the pages we read. No matter what sub-genre of romance your favorite is—from romantasy to dark romance to something cozy—these songs are bound to capture your heart like your fictional crushes have. Check out our list of Pop Songs For Romance Book Lovers and fall in love over and over again!

10. Alex Warren - "Everything"

Starting us off strong with an artist who’s no stranger to love songs, Alex Warren’s “Everything” should be a staple in romance book playlists. The track expresses a deep, consuming love and the overwhelming fear of losing it. While many in the bookish community would think of Warren’s viral hit “Ordinary” being the ultimate entry for this list, “Everything” deserves more recognition as it’s easy to picture any of our favorite fictional couples singing this tender ballad to each other.

9. Hozier - "Work Song"

Often considered a powerful declaration of love from our favorite wood nymph pop star, Hozier’s “Work Song” is a must-listen for romance book lovers. The track’s lyrics embody absolute devotion to a lover, asserting that their love and passion can transcend even death. Matching the song’s lyrical content, many romance books today have plenty of male protagonists like Hozier who would crawl out of their graves just to get back to their loves.

8. Cigarettes After Sex - "Sweet"

Aligning with the cozier side of romance, Cigarettes After Sex’s “Sweet” is up next on our list. The track captures the simple things in love, showing us what it’s like to share a deep connection with someone while appreciating every little thing about them. A tender, thoughtful ballad, “Sweet” reflects the essence of true love we often see portrayed in novels, making it a heartwarming inclusion on this list romance readers are bound to adore.

7. The Weeknd - "Die For You"

Mirroring the noble and heroic sacrifices many romance characters are willing to make for their lovers, The Weeknd’s “Die For You” expresses what it feels like to be willing to do anything for someone you care about. The track refuses to shy away from the hardships of love, showing it’s possible to feel an unwavering devotion and commitment to a romantic partner no matter what difficulties might arise. Certainly setting the bar high for real life love, The Weeknd’s “Die For You” complements the best parts of the epic love stories we immerse ourselves in.

6. Ed Sheeran - "Kiss Me"

Another precious, cozy love song for our list, Ed Sheeran’s “Kiss Me” is coded for fans of the friends-to-lovers book trope. The track tells the story of two friends slowly falling in love, inspired by Sheeran’s godparents and the love that blossomed between them. Often adorable and enviable, there are a plethora of stories out there—both fictional and real—that show us this kind of love, leaving us to daydream about a connection as pure and sweet as what we hear in “Kiss Me.”

5. Florence + The Machine - "Cosmic Love"

Shedding light on the sometimes-blinding nature of love, Florence + The Machine’s “Cosmic Love” is the next entry on this list. The track explores the overwhelming feelings of falling in love, expressing how there can be connection in shared suffering. Thinking about the struggles and journeys some of our favorite romance characters go through with their romantic partners, “Cosmic Love” seems like a must to include on this list as it embraces the double nature of love—feeling otherworldly while giving into darkness at the same time.

4. Ross Copperman - "Hunger"

A song that embodies desire, Ross Copperman’s “Hunger” shows us what it’s like to feel a love that sets your soul on fire. The track is clearly meant for the greatest of fictional romances, proving that by being featured in a pivotal Delena moment in the CW's hit show The Vampire Diaries. Capturing the desire and longing for a deep romantic connection, “Hunger” is the perfect song to accompany any character’s love story.

3. David Kushner - "Daylight"

Dark romance coded, David Kushner’s “Daylight” pairs well with some of the more toxic relationships we read about in books. The track is equal parts sultry and seductive, showing how some love can be all-consuming and bordering on the side of unhealthy. While some might not want to admit it, some of love interests in dark romance books match this energy in “Daylight,” giving us sexy, epic love stories that would definitely be sus in real life.

2. Taylor Swift - "The Alchemy"

One for the sports romance fans, Taylor Swift’s “The Alchemy” scores highly in our book as a song romance readers will love. The track attests to the undeniable chemistry and attraction that many book couples feel towards one another, similar to Swift’s feelings for Travis Kelce that the lyrics allude to. Filled with a plethora of football references, it’d be a shock if fans of sports romances didn’t find “The Alchemy” swoon-worthy and irresistible.

1. Sleep Token - "Give"

One song of many from Sleep Token that could be on this list, “Give” is the embodiment of a passionate, unconditional love many of us crave. The track features a sensuous soundscape that pairs well with the worshipping lyrics and seductive melodies that’ll make any romance lover melt. While it’s up for debate over whether this song would be better for fans of dark romance or romantasy, “Give” is bound to capture hearts and become your next obsession.

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Written By Cheyenne Johnson