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

A Bar Song (Tipsy)Shaboozey

Shaboozey – A Bar Song (Tipsy) [Official Visualizer]

It’s an appealing track that blends country and rap into a fresh style.

Released in May 2024 by American artist Shaboozey, the song is a catchy tune themed around a fun night at a bar.

It strikingly portrays the desire to break free from everyday stress through the image of reaching for whiskey.

Right after its release, it topped the U.

S.

iTunes chart, winning over many listeners.

You’ve probably heard its upbeat melody somewhere at least once.

It might be the perfect song for a quick mood lift after work.

Stand By MeBen E. King

Ben E. King – Stand By Me (Audio)

It might be such a famous song that it hardly needs any introduction.

Released in 1961, it was also used in a film of the same name in 1986.

Covered by numerous artists, starting with John Lennon of the Beatles, it’s a classic that almost everyone has heard at least once.

Wake Me UpAvicii

Avicii – Wake Me Up (Official Video)

The classic song “Wake Me Up,” which is used across various media and clubs in Japan, was released in 2013 by Avicii, a Swedish music producer who produced a string of global hits.

Although he was a DJ, he was a rare type who also recorded his own vocals, and he provided the vocals on this track as well, crafting it into an uplifting anthem that feels like a push on the back.

Please take a listen to this masterpiece by the late artist.

TasteSabrina Carpenter

Sabrina Carpenter – Taste (Official Video)

This track, born from the sting of heartbreak, is a sharp-tongued yet humorous revenge song taking the world by storm.

Since its release in August 2024, it has brought Sabrina Carpenter remarkable achievements, including reaching No.

2 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and No.

1 on the UK charts.

Expressing the situation of an ex getting back together with a new partner through provocative, witty lyrics, the song appears on her sixth album, Short n’ Sweet, and drew buzz for its music video featuring Jenna Ortega, the popular actress from Wednesday.

Originally known as a young artist from the Disney Channel and hailing from Pennsylvania, Carpenter now fully showcases her evolution into an adult woman.

Anyone who’s experienced the pain of love will surely relate—and for those craving the sweet taste of revenge, this track is especially recommended!

SeptemberEarth, Wind & Fire

Earth, Wind & Fire – September (Official HD Video)

Earth, Wind & Fire were a band that commanded overwhelming support in the funk music scene of the 1970s.

Unlike the funk music that came before, they gained popularity with a unique sound that mixed various genres such as R&B, soul, and jazz.

Among their works, one of the most famous is “September.” With a sound that’s both funky and smooth, it’s likely stuck in the ears of many listeners.

Revolving doorTate McRae

Tate McRae – Revolving door (Official Video)

Like a revolving door, this song portrays an unstable on-again, off-again romance and is sure to leave an unforgettable impression after just one listen.

Hailing from Canada, Tate McRae—born in 2003—has been gaining attention as a singer-songwriter and dancer.

She began studying dance at age six and blossomed early, taking runner-up at a dance audition show at thirteen.

Featured on her album “So Close to What,” released in February 2025, this track is an energetic pop song with dancehall elements that deftly conveys complex feelings such as emotional turbulence and possessiveness.

The music video, which showcases her dance background, has also become a hot topic and is visually captivating.

Tate is set to embark on a 2025 world tour titled “Miss possessive,” and we can’t take our eyes off her future endeavors.

It’s a highly recommended track for dance-music fans and especially for young listeners grappling with restless relationships!

Symphony feat. Zara LarssonClean Bandit

Clean Bandit – Symphony (feat. Zara Larsson) [Official Video]

A collaboration track between the UK electronic group Clean Bandit and Swedish singer Zara Larsson.

The melody feels both electronic and pop, and Zara Larsson’s soaring, talent-filled vocals leave a strong impression.

In Japan, it was used as the commercial song for the Astalift cosmetics brand, featuring Seiko Matsuda and Mitsuki Takahata.