Popular Western music [February 2025]

Tell On Me (feat. Kevin Gates)Supa King

Tell On Me (feat. Kevin Gates)

Spa King, a rapper from Huntsville, Alabama who clawed his way up from the streets.

A track he released in 2016 is now exploding in popularity on TikTok in 2025.

Featuring Kevin Gates, the song explores themes of trust and secrecy in intimate relationships, resonating with hip-hop fans.

Its views on YouTube are also surging, showcasing skills honed through rap battles.

Skillfully leveraging digital platforms, Spa King is expanding his fan base, especially among younger listeners.

Keep an eye on his next moves.

Sports carTate McRae

Tate McRae – Sports car (Official Video)

Tate McRae’s new track delivers a thrilling rush just by listening.

It blends her signature Canadian electro-pop sound with an artful dose of early-2000s pop sensibility for a sleek finish.

The lyrics depict the intensity and risks of modern relationships, cleverly using a “sports car” as a metaphor for love and passion.

The chorus, featuring breathy whisper vocals, is irresistibly catchy and easy to hum along to.

Set to appear on the album “So Close to What,” scheduled for release in February 2025, this song is perfect for a drive with your partner or for getting hyped with friends on a night out at the club.

Are You Even Real (feat. Givēon)Teddy Swims

Teddy Swims – Are You Even Real (feat. Givēon) [Official Music Video]

A new track by American artist Teddy Swims, featuring R&B singer Giveon, is generating buzz.

Released in January 2025, the song is a moving ballad themed around the gap between ideals and reality in love.

Swims’s rich vocals blend beautifully with Giveon’s deep baritone, creating a dreamy atmosphere.

Set to a soulful melody, the lyrics capture both the anxiety and joy that come with having a partner who seems almost too perfect, skillfully conveying the complexities of romantic emotion.

Released as the lead single from Swims’s highly anticipated album, “I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2),” this track is a must-listen not only for those struggling with love but also for R&B fans.

Open HeartsThe Weeknd

The Weeknd – Open Hearts (Live on Jimmy Kimmel Live!)

A new side revealed by a star who represents Canada’s R&B scene.

Riding an uptempo beat infused with synth-pop elements, The Weeknd’s lustrous vocals resound throughout.

Featured on the album “Hurry Up Tomorrow,” released in January 2025, the track also drew attention for its live performance on the American talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live! Offered as an immersive music experience in collaboration with Apple, it’s earning praise for its innovative approach.

Perfect for a drive or setting the mood at night.

The lyrics, which delve into the difficulty of opening one’s heart and the inner conflict that comes with new love, are also worth noting.

4X4Travis Scott

Travis Scott – 4X4 (Official Music Video)

The track released in January 2025 by Travis Scott, a top-tier, hugely popular rapper, is rooted in his signature “rage” style.

It fuses energetic hip-hop and trap, highlighted by heavy 808 bass and distinctive synthesizer sounds.

The song was also chosen as the official theme for WWE’s program Raw, making it a favorite among pro wrestling fans.

In conjunction with the release, Travis announced special merchandise and stated that the proceeds would be donated to the California Wildfire Relief Fund, demonstrating his commitment to social contribution as well as music.