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

ZITTI E BUONIMåneskin

Måneskin – ZITTI E BUONI (Official Video – Sanremo & EUROVISION 2021 Winners)

Måneskin is a rock band from Italy.

Their song “ZITTI E BUONI” was performed when they won the Eurovision Song Contest, which brought the band major recognition, and it drew renewed attention in 2023 when it was used in a commercial for UCC’s canned coffee, BLACK Sugar-Free.

Starting with its striking guitar intro, the track features a tough sound and punchy shouts reminiscent of 1980s hard rock.

With its catchy chorus, some people might realize they’ve heard it before without knowing the name.

Take this opportunity to check out more of their songs!

APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars

ROSÉ & Bruno Mars – APT. (Official Music Video)

A groundbreaking track inspired by a Korean drinking game is making waves around the world.

This collaboration between Rosé and Bruno Mars masterfully fuses the exhilaration of a party with the sweetness of romance.

Featuring a catchy melody and an addictive chorus, the song has achieved major success, holding the No.

1 spot on the Billboard charts for nine consecutive weeks since its release in October 2024.

Its captivating blend of Korean culture and Western pop makes it a perfect recommendation for anyone looking to enjoy an energetic vibe.

Mr BrightsideThe Killers

The Killers – Mr. Brightside (Official Music Video)

This song is marked by a striking guitar riff, a melody that resonates deeply, and achingly bittersweet vocals.

Released in 2004 as the debut single by the Las Vegas rock band The Killers, it became a massive global hit.

Its lyrics, which candidly portray the pain of love and the sting of jealousy, have resonated with countless listeners and continue to captivate audiences to this day.

In the UK, it set an astonishing record by remaining on the singles chart for over 260 weeks.

It’s known as a live staple that sparks a full-crowd sing-along and remains hugely popular with younger generations.

It’s also fresh in our memory that when SZA, who was slated to headline Fuji Rock 2024, canceled at the last minute, The Killers stepped in and closed the festival in her place—igniting a massive sing-along with Mr.

Brightside.

HelloAdele

Adele – Hello (Official Music Video)

Adele is a singer-songwriter who represents the UK.

She’s an artist known for her powerful yet wistful vocals, and together with her catchy songwriting, she has earned worldwide acclaim.

Among her works, the most famous is “Hello.” Its lyrics are quite distinctive, depicting a woman who cheated, broke up, and is trying to call her ex-boyfriend to apologize.

Many of you probably still have the melody stuck in your head.

Calm DownRema, Selena Gomez

Rema, Selena Gomez – Calm Down (Official Music Video)

The collaboration between Nigeria’s Rema and America’s Selena Gomez is a track that brings the allure of Afrobeats to listeners around the world.

It features a comfortable groove and a melody that feels nostalgic, and you’ve likely heard it frequently across various platforms like social media.

Released in August 2022, the song charted throughout Europe, reaching number one in Belgium and the Netherlands.

It has also achieved over one billion streams on Spotify, cementing its global popularity.

Balancing familiarity with freshness, it’s the kind of song you’ll want to play on repeat once you hear it.

Good Luck, Babe!Chappell Roan

Chappell Roan – Good Luck, Babe! (Official Lyric Video)

This is the 2024 hit song that propelled American singer-songwriter Chappell Roan to a major breakthrough.

It delicately yet boldly portrays a secret love with a partner struggling under societal pressure and inner conflict.

The track fully showcases her musical style, characterized by dark, sentimental keyboard-driven pop.

Highly recommended for anyone interested in exploring Chappell Roan’s body of work, which delves into queer identity and sexuality.

I Love You SoThe Walters

The Walters — I Love You So

The American indie pop band The Walters released this song in 2014—a poignant story that portrays deep affection and inner conflict.

It captures the protagonist’s complex feelings: a powerful attachment to someone and the pain caused by that person’s actions, all set against a warm melody.

The track was rediscovered worldwide after going viral on TikTok in 2021 and surpassing 1 billion streams on Spotify.

Its simple yet emotional lyrics and resonant melody line are sure to strike a chord with anyone who has experienced the pain of love.

It can truly be called a fateful song that sparked The Walters’ reunion.