[2025] Western Music You’ve Heard at Least Once — From Trending New Tracks to Timeless Classics

Love The Way You Lie ft. RihannaEminem

Eminem – Love The Way You Lie ft. Rihanna

Created by American rapper Eminem, this work is a shocking piece that candidly portrays the complexities of a violent romantic relationship.

Through a collaboration with Rihanna, it expresses the intertwining emotions of love and hate from both male and female perspectives.

Released in June 2010, it spent seven consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the U.

S.

Billboard Hot 100.

It topped the charts in more than 22 countries worldwide and became the best-selling single of Eminem’s career.

While it resonates with those suffering from dependent and destructive love, it also serves as a warning about the dangers of such relationships.

Sunday MorningMaroon 5

Maroon 5 – Sunday Morning

Its laid-back groove, soulful vocals, and warm melodies never lose their luster, no matter how many years go by.

Seamlessly blending the best of authentic R&B and pop, the song “Sunday Morning” expresses that fusion in a perfect form.

It’s a fan favorite included on Maroon 5’s debut masterpiece Songs About Jane, which achieved a record-breaking 10 million in sales worldwide.

The music video featuring Japanese people enjoying their breakthrough hit “This Love” at karaoke also had a delightfully happy vibe.

In fact, the song was used in commercials in Japan and is particularly popular there.

While the original has a lounge-like mellowness, it’s been covered in many styles and is a staple of café music, making it a beloved number that has become part of everyday life.

Take On Mea-ha

a-ha – Take On Me (Official Video) [4K]

A signature work by the Norwegian band a-ha, woven from vivid synthesizer melodies and a warm vocal tone.

Many will likely relate to the lyrics, which portray a young person trying—sometimes hesitantly, yet with optimism—to convey deep feelings to the one they love.

The resolve to build a meaningful relationship and the heartfelt wish to cherish the moment resonate deeply.

Released in 1985 as a track on the album “Hunting High and Low,” the song has also been featured in films such as “Ready Player One” and “La La Land.” Alongside its innovative music video—which won six MTV Video Music Awards—it continues to be loved across generations.

It’s a heartwarming track to listen to when you need the courage to take a step forward or when you want to immerse yourself in memories with someone special.

toxic till the endROSÉ

ROSÉ – toxic till the end (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)

A song by Rosé, an artist from South Korea, that portrays the pain and turmoil of a toxic romantic relationship.

Accompanied by a heartrending vocal performance, it captures the emotions of being tossed about by a dependent love.

Included on the album “rosie,” released in December 2024, it reached number one on the charts in New Zealand.

The live performances also generated buzz and drew widespread empathy.

It’s a track that resonates with those suffering heartbreak or striving for personal growth.

Rosé’s delicate emotional expression and the song’s universal themes leave a deep impression.

PUSH 2 STARTTyla

Tyla – PUSH 2 START (Official Music Video)

A standout track from South African artist Tyla is making waves.

The song vividly captures mutual effort in love and affirmation of self-worth.

Its cool, energetic sound—infused with Afrobeats and Amapiano elements—harmonizes perfectly with the lyrical theme.

Released in October 2024, the track reached No.

1 on the Billboard U.

S.

Afrobeats Songs chart, making Tyla the first solo female artist to earn two No.

1s on that chart.

Sharply reflecting contemporary views on relationships, this is the perfect song for those who want to cherish their own value while deepening their bond with a partner.

I Will SurviveGloria Gaynor

I Will Survive – Gloria Gaynor (1978)

It’s a song by Gloria Gaynor, a leading figure in disco who was hailed as a disco queen by DJs of the time, released in 1978.

In Japan, the following year, 1979, singer Akira Fuse created his own Japanese lyrics and released a cover version, which became a hit.

Sun In Our EyesMØ, Diplo

MØ, Diplo – Sun In Our Eyes (Official Lyric Video)

Sun In Our Eyes is a track by Danish singer MØ and hit-making American producer Diplo.

Her English, tinged with a Danish accent, gives the song an eccentric vibe.

This one is sure to light up the club as well.