[30s] Popular Western Music Rankings [By Generation]

Somebody That I Used To KnowGotye22rank/position

Gotye – Somebody That I Used To Know (feat. Kimbra) [Official Music Video]

With its quirky, distinctive sound and music video, this song quickly climbed to the top of YouTube search rankings.

Though a bit bittersweet, its highly relatable lyrics stand out.

It’s an addictive track you never get tired of listening to, with a music video you’ll want to watch over and over again.

Wake Me UpAvicii23rank/position

Avicii – Wake Me Up (Official Video)

A single by Avicii released in 2013 that became a worldwide hit.

It’s a fresh fusion of country music and electronica—a catchy, addictive, and captivating sound.

It’s truly heartbreaking that he passed away so suddenly in 2018.

Someone Like YouAdele24rank/position

Adele – Someone Like You (Official Music Video)

It’s a song about the guy I liked having settled down, so I think it’s the one that women in their thirties can relate to the most—one that makes you nod in agreement.

Among the countless songs out there, isn’t this one of the most relatable, a true standout? Adele’s powerful vocals make it even easier to get emotionally drawn in.

Love Me Like You DoEllie Goulding25rank/position

Ellie Goulding – Love Me Like You Do (Official Video)

Ellie Goulding’s love song that became a hit around the world.

It portrays the feelings of a woman who’s completely falling for someone.

The melody builds gradually toward the latter half, making it a beautiful piece.

The chorus uses almost the same words throughout, so I think it’s an easy song to take on.

November RainGuns N’ Roses26rank/position

Guns N’ Roses – November Rain

As you can tell from the fact that the title translates to “November Rain,” it’s a bittersweet love song.

It’s the best rock ballad included on the 1991 album Use Your Illusion I.

The lyrics are wonderful, prompting deep reflection on love, and it’s a song I highly recommend listening to while reading the translation.

In The EndLinkin Park27rank/position

In The End [Official HD Music Video] – Linkin Park

For those right in the middle of that generation, this is probably a song that brings back memories.

It’s a track released in 2000 by the punk rock band Linkin Park, and compared to their other songs, it has a somewhat calmer feel.

Although their vocalist Chester sadly passed away in 2017, all of their songs are deserving of being called masterpieces, so be sure to give them a listen.

Smells Like Teen SpiritNirvana28rank/position

Nirvana – Smells Like Teen Spirit (Official Music Video)

It’s such a famous song that there may not be a rock fan who doesn’t know it.

More than ten years have passed since Nirvana released it in 1991, yet it’s still listened to by people of all ages.

It’s a classic that never feels dated, no matter when you hear it.