[2025] A roundup of cool Western songs that get the crowd going at karaoke

MONTEROLil Nas X

Lil Nas X – MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name) (Official Video)

If you want to present a cooler, different side of yourself at karaoke, we recommend MONTERO.

It was released in 2021 by Lil Nas X, an American rapper who rose to fame on social media platforms like TikTok.

The exotic sound reminiscent of country rap is striking, and you can enjoy his flow that fits perfectly with the hip-hop-style rhythm.

Since the song develops within a fairly stable range, it’s also great for beginners to Western music.

If you can deliver the rap-style lyrics rhythmically, you’ll take your karaoke performance to the next level.

The Never Ending StoryLimahl

Limahl – Never Ending Story – 1984

It reached No.

17 in the U.

S.

in 1985.

It was released as the theme for the film The NeverEnding Story.

The song was crafted by none other than Giorgio Moroder.

The vocals were handled by Limahl, who, after leaving Kajagoogoo—the band that broke through with Too Shy—had been in a bit of a lull.

His encounter with Giorgio gave him a major opportunity.

While the movie received mixed reviews, it became a benchmark for special effects at the time, and the song is unquestionably a superb work.

Lost The BreakupMaisie Peters

Maisie Peters – Lost The Breakup [Official Music Video]

I also recommend Lost The Breakup, which will blow away your love troubles.

It’s a song released by British singer-songwriter Maisie Peters.

It’s an up-tempo rock track whose lyrics depict both the despair of heartbreak and the strength to rise up and overcome it.

The song first offers relatable imagery and then encourages you, so even those feeling down can get into it easily.

And of course, it’s great for when you simply want to get pumped up with some rock, too.

What a Fool BelievesMatt Bianco

What A Fool Believes | Matt Bianco

Since its release in 1979, “What a Fool Believes” has been loved by generations.

You’ve probably heard it at least once on a TV show or somewhere similar, haven’t you? The song was originally done by the Doobie Brothers, but the version covered later by Matt Bianco has also become widely popular.

While the original features a sharper, edgier sound, the cover uses congas to create a more relaxed vibe.

Paradise By The Dashboard LightMeat Loaf

Meat Loaf – Paradise By The Dashboard Light (Official Video)

Meat Loaf’s “Paradise by the Dashboard Light,” by the American rock singer, is a great choice for a Western rock song to sing at karaoke.

There are many sections where you can shout, so if you’re confident with shouting or you naturally have a husky voice, you can capture the feel of the original and sound really cool—highly recommended.

Also, the song has a female chorus part, so it’d be great to sing it together with a woman who likes rock!

CobraMegan Thee Stallion

Megan Thee Stallion – Cobra [Official Video]

Megan Thee Stallion’s “Cobra” is an absolute crowd-pleaser for karaoke.

Showcasing her commanding rap skills, the track centers on self-growth, drawing a parallel to a cobra shedding its skin.

The ear-catching guitar adds extra depth to the skillful rap sections.

The key to this song is the flow.

While it isn’t as technically demanding as a fastest-rap style, you’ll need to ride the rhythm with your flow, so it’s recommended for those who can deliver melodic rap.

RiverMiley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus – River (Official Video)

After establishing herself as a leading actress on the Disney Channel, Miley Cyrus has gone on to achieve great success as an artist.

Since the 2020s, her musical style has become more cohesive, and lately she’s been releasing revival-style tracks that incorporate genres popular in the 1980s, such as synth-pop and synthwave.

Her new song “River” is a distinctive track that mixes an ’80s vibe with a contemporary feel, and it’s already gaining popularity on platforms like TikTok.

So it’s sure to be a big hit if you sing it at karaoke.