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

Haven’t we all, at least once, heard a song on TV or out in the city and thought, “I know this, but whose song was it again…?” There are handy apps like Shazam these days, but many of us have probably also made the valiant effort of trying to hum the tune to someone to get the answer.

In this article, we’re bringing you a selection of timeless Western hits you’ve likely heard somewhere at least once! The first half focuses on recent and trending tracks, along with long-beloved classics that are enjoying a revival on platforms like TikTok—offering a wide-ranging mix that transcends era and genre.

By reading this, you might finally uncover the truth behind that song you kind of knew! Enjoy!

[2025] Western Songs You’ve Heard at Least Once — From Trending New Tracks to Classic Oldies (251–260)

Follow GodKanye West

Kanye West’s 2019 track “Follow God.” It’s a song themed around God, and its striking title and lyrics inevitably invite interpretation.

Even without digging into the deeper meaning, Kanye’s rap is exceptionally rhythmic, making it a comfortable, perfect track for things like driving background music.

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[2025] Western songs you've heard at least once—from trending new releases to timeless classics (261–270)

good 4 uOlivia Rodrigo

Olivia Rodrigo – good 4 u (Official Video)
good 4 uOlivia Rodrigo

Olivia Rodrigo, also known for her role in High School Musical.

Her 2021 release “good 4 u” is a rock number overflowing with feelings toward an ex.

In the music video, where she belts it out in a cheerleader outfit, you can tell she’s angry just from her expressions.

The pop, refreshing melody line that contrasts with the lyrics was praised by music fans around the world.

It’s been trending in Japan through social media as well, and it’s a track that suggests new possibilities for music!

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The BoxRoddy Ricch

Roddy Ricch – The Box [Official Music Video]
The BoxRoddy Ricch

Anyway, some of you might have found those sampled vocals in the track—the “eeh, ooh” sounds—stuck in your head and wondered whose song it is.

Roddy Ricch, a 1998-born, next-generation rapper and singer-songwriter who’s been drawing a lot of attention, released “The Box” in 2019, a smash hit that topped the U.

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charts for 11 weeks.

As mentioned, the track samples his own voice, and combined with his outstanding vocal performance, lyrics that deftly portray a hard street lifestyle, and a meticulously crafted music video he directed himself, it’s clear to anyone that—even as a newcomer—he’s an exceptional talent.

Even if you don’t usually listen to hip-hop, chances are this caught your ear.

Be sure to check it out, along with his debut album, Please Excuse Me for Being Antisocial!

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In conclusion

It goes without saying, but Western music is sung in languages other than Japanese, so for listeners who don’t understand English and the like, the melody and the impact of certain phrases tend to be what leaves the first impression.

The songs featured in this article are all the kind that jump right into your ears—for example, ones you can recognize instantly just from the guitar riff, or tracks with simple English words in the chorus that are easy to grasp.

If you’ve found a band or artist that caught your attention, be sure to dig into their other songs too!