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Fun Western Music Song Rankings [2025]

I’ve put together a collection of upbeat Western songs with a vibe you don’t usually find in Japanese music.

The selection mainly features tracks that have been popular on YouTube so far.

It’s updated every month, so check back from time to time.

It’s sure to get you hyped, no doubt about it.

Fun Western Music Song Rankings [2025] (21–30)

#SELFIEThe Chainsmokers29rank/position

#SELFIE (Official Music Video) – The Chainsmokers
#SELFIEThe Chainsmokers

A massive hit by The Chainsmokers that’s basically all about the beat.

It cranks up the electro and puts you in full-on party mode! They started making it around the time selfies were just becoming popular, and the music video features friends of The Chainsmokers and celebrities like Steve Aoki, giving it maximum glam.

It’s a song that just makes you want to take selfies nonstop.

Selfies have totally become mainstream now, haven’t they? It was also nominated for the Teen Choice Award for Choice EDM Song.

Castle on the HillEd Sheeran30rank/position

Ed Sheeran – Castle On The Hill [Official Music Video]
Castle on the HillEd Sheeran

A coming-of-age reminiscence penned by Ed Sheeran from the UK.

Brimming with love for his hometown, it vividly portrays experiences from his childhood up to around age fifteen.

Adventures with friends, first love, and a steadfast affection for his hometown that endures into adulthood resonate alongside Sheeran’s warm vocals.

Released in January 2017, this piece captured many hearts as a track on the album ÷ (Divide).

It was also featured in the trailer for the animated film Ferdinand, drawing even more attention.

A recommended song for those who feel nostalgia or long for their youthful days.

Fun Foreign Songs Ranking [2025] (31–40)

Wake Me Up Before You Go-GoWham!31rank/position

Wham! – Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go (Official Video)
Wake Me Up Before You Go-GoWham!

Wham, the British pop duo that epitomized the early to mid-1980s.

This track was released in 1984, the same year as their signature song “Last Christmas,” which is still widely heard today.

If any song perfectly captures that heart-lifting feeling, it has to be this one.

The pounding rhythm, catchy melody, horn section, and joyful vocals are all packed with excitement! It’s breezy, but the lyrics are sizzling hot—that contrast is irresistible.

Since it carries the meaning “wake me up before you go,” it’s also perfect as an alarm for a special day out!

All StarSmash Mouth32rank/position

The American rock band Smash Mouth released a song in May 1999 that has the power to energize listeners.

With its catchy melody and positive lyrics, it emphasizes the importance of believing in your potential and taking action.

Featured on the album Astro Lounge, it reached as high as No.

4 on the Billboard Hot 100.

It was also used as the opening theme for the 2001 film Shrek.

Despite its bright tone, the song’s layered content also touches on environmental issues.

It’s a recommended track when you want to look ahead and do your best, or when you need a boost of energy.

ShowerBecky G33rank/position

This is a bright, sun-soaked pop tune released in 2014 by American artist Becky G.

Its fresh, innovative metaphor compares the thrill of falling in love to a shower, paired with a sweet, breezy melody that conveys the purity of young love in a straightforward way.

The song achieved major commercial success, reaching No.

16 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning multi-platinum certification from the RIAA.

It’s perfect for when you want to soak up a summer resort vibe or relive the sweet, bittersweet rush of falling in love.

The refreshing vocals and catchy rhythm also make it ideal for a morning drive or a beach party.

Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen34rank/position

Owl City & Carly Rae Jepsen – Good Time (Official Video)
Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen

This work is a collaboration between the American electronica project Owl City and Canadian singer-songwriter Carly Rae Jepsen.

Its bright, uplifting melody and positive message will put a spring in your step.

Released in August 2012, the song also drew attention for its music video depicting friends having fun together.

It proved popular worldwide, reaching No.

8 on the U.

S.

Billboard Hot 100.

It’s a fun pop tune that energizes your everyday life from morning to night—perfect for when you’re feeling down or heading out on a drive with friends.

EspressoSabrina Carpenter35rank/position

Sabrina Carpenter’s new song is a confidence-filled pop number.

Performed by the American singer, it captures an energizing allure—like caffeine.

The lyrics, brimming with self-affirmation and humor, are sure to lift listeners’ spirits.

Released in April 2024, the track became a major hit, topping the UK charts and reaching No.

3 on the U.

S.

Billboard Hot 100.

It also went viral on TikTok and has been embraced by many as a summer anthem.

It’s a perfect pick for a morning energy boost or when you want to regain your confidence.