Scotland may be small in size, but it is large than life when it comes to what it offers the world in music and songs over the decades. This national portfolio boasts all kinds of genres but excels in the romance category as seen by the success of Scotland’s romantic films, literature and other venues.
With Valentine's Day 2024 on the way, it’s the perfect time to connect with this sentimental side of the Celtic classics and let them inspire you as well as remind you of the love you hold for your significant other.
So without further ado, here are 17 romantic Scottish songs for you and your dearest to enjoy ahead of Valentine's Day 2024.
9. Rod Paterson - The Bleacher Lassie O’ Kelvinhaugh
“Says I, “My lassie, is it you that wanders, All alone by the Broomielaw?” “Indeed it's the truth I'll tell ye, I'm a bleacher lassie on Kelvinhaugh.”” Photo: via Bringinthespirit
10. Gallagher and Lyle - I Wanna Stay With You
“Good times, bad times, happy or sad, Being in love is better than being out, I might have had my doubts, But nothing to write home about.” Photo: YouTube Screenshot
11. Barbara Dickson - Eriskay Love Song
“When I'm lonely, dear white heart, Black the night or wild the sea, By love's light, my foot finds, The old pathway to thee.” Photo: Submitted
12. Teenage Fanclub - I’m in Love
“You came to me with your heart open wide, You don't know what you mean to me, There are room in my life, And it feels good with you next to me…” Photo: Submitted