10 Romance Books About Musicians
There’s something undeniably intoxicating about a romance intertwined with music. The rhythm of longing, the crescendo of passion, and the bittersweet notes of heartbreak—love and music are the perfect duet. Whether it’s a brooding rock star, a classically trained pianist, or a fiery jazz singer, musicians bring a raw vulnerability to romance that makes their stories unforgettable.
For those who love stories that pulse with emotion and melody, here are 10 romance books about musicians that will make your heart sing.
1. Maybe Someday by Colleen Hoover
🎸 A Songwriter and a Mysterious Neighbor
Sydney’s life is in shambles when she discovers her boyfriend is cheating on her. But then she meets Ridge, her intriguing, deaf musician neighbor, whose music pulls her into a world of stolen glances and lyrics filled with unspoken emotions. Their undeniable connection sparks a slow-burning romance, even as the melody of their lives grows complicated.
📖 Read if you love: Slow-burn romance, emotional storytelling, and music that speaks louder than words.
2. Idol by Kristen Callihan
🎤 A Rock Star Falls for the Girl Next Door
Liberty Bell isn’t impressed when a drunken stranger crashes in her yard—until she realizes he’s Killian James, the lead singer of one of the world’s biggest rock bands. As she nurses him back to health, their connection grows, but can their quiet sanctuary survive the chaos of fame?
📖 Read if you love: Rockstar romances, small-town settings, and fiery chemistry.
3. The Idea of You by Robinne Lee
🎶 A Forbidden Romance Between a Woman and a Younger Pop Star
Solène, a sophisticated 39-year-old art gallery owner, never expected to fall for a man nearly 20 years younger than her—especially when that man is Hayes Campbell, the lead singer of the world’s hottest boy band. What starts as a whirlwind affair soon turns into something deeper, but can love survive under the blinding lights of fame?
📖 Read if you love: Forbidden love, age-gap romance, and devastatingly beautiful prose.
4. Play by Kylie Scott
🥁 A Bad Boy Drummer with a Soft Side
Mal Ericson, the wild drummer of Stage Dive, is trouble in tight jeans—and he needs a fake girlfriend. Anne Rollins agrees to the deal, never expecting the tattooed rock star to steal her heart. Full of humor, sizzling chemistry, and swoon-worthy moments, Play hits all the right notes.
📖 Read if you love: Fake dating, laugh-out-loud banter, and rockstar bad boys with golden hearts.
5. You’d Be Mine by Erin Hahn
🎤 Country Music, Heartbreak, and Second Chances
Annie Mathers, the daughter of country music royalty, wants nothing to do with the spotlight. Clay Coolidge, country music’s biggest rising star, is in desperate need of a tour partner. When they’re thrown together onstage, sparks fly, but the ghosts of their pasts threaten to pull them apart.
📖 Read if you love: Country music, tortured artists, and heart-wrenching love stories.
6. Sing You Home by Jodi Picoult
🎶 Music, Love, and the Journey to Parenthood
After Zoe’s marriage ends in heartbreak, she finds solace in music—and in Vanessa, the woman who understands her like no one else. But when Zoe’s ex-husband challenges her right to start a family with Vanessa, music becomes her only refuge in a battle for love and acceptance.
📖 Read if you love: Deeply emotional romances, LGBTQ+ love stories, and stories about resilience.
7. Midnight Blue by L.J. Shen
🎸 A Rockstar on the Brink and the Woman Who Tames Him
Alex Winslow is the world’s biggest rock star—and a self-destructive mess. When Indigo Bellamy is hired as his sober companion, the last thing she expects is to fall for the cocky musician. But beneath the tattoos and bad attitude is a man desperate for love, and Indigo might be the only one who can save him.
📖 Read if you love: Grumpy/sunshine romance, tortured musicians, and angsty love stories.
8. Roomies by Christina Lauren
🎻 A Marriage of Convenience Between a Violinist and a Busker
Holland has always admired the talented subway musician Calvin. When she learns he’s about to lose his chance at a music career due to visa issues, she impulsively offers to marry him. What starts as a favor turns into an undeniable attraction, but can a marriage of convenience turn into something real?
📖 Read if you love: Fake marriage tropes, lighthearted romance, and charming, swoony heroes.
9. Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid
🎤 The Rise and Fall of a Legendary Rock Band
Written as an oral history, this novel tells the story of Daisy Jones, a free-spirited singer, and The Six, a band on the brink of stardom. As tensions rise and passions ignite, Daisy and the band’s frontman, Billy Dunne, struggle with fame, addiction, and a love that was never meant to be.
📖 Read if you love: Rock band drama, complex relationships, and 70s nostalgia.
10. How to Kill a Rockstar by Tiffanie DeBartolo
🎶 A Love Story Between a Journalist and a Rising Star
When Eliza Caelum, a music journalist, meets Paul Hudson, a charismatic rock singer on the cusp of fame, their love is electric. But fame comes at a cost, and as secrets unravel, Eliza must decide if love is enough to survive the brutal world of the music industry.
📖 Read if you love: Deeply emotional romances, music industry drama, and heartbreaking love stories.
Love in Perfect Harmony
Whether it’s the thrill of first love set to the strum of a guitar or the bittersweet notes of heartbreak in the spotlight, these romance books about musicians will sweep you off your feet and into the world of music, passion, and longing.
Which of these books is calling to you? Or do you have a favorite musician romance that deserves a place on this list? Let’s talk love and lyrics! 🎶❤️
