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Popular Western music. Latest rankings [2025]
We present the top 100 songs from the popular Western music rankings, listed in order of most views!
You’ve probably often thought, “This artist is trending lately, but who are they?”
Especially with Western music, it’s common not to recognize the artist’s name or fully grasp the song just from a brief listen.
Check out the reviews and let yourself be drawn into the world of hit songs!
The playlist is updated every week!
Popular Western music. Latest ranking [2025] (1–10)
Wake Me UpAvicii1rank/position
The music of Swedish artist Avicii, which shines like fireworks blooming in the summer night sky, captivated many with its innovative sound that fuses EDM and folk.
This work, themed around life’s journey and self-discovery, is marked by Aloe Blacc’s powerful vocals and the warm melodies woven by acoustic guitar.
Released in June 2013 and reaching number one on the charts in 22 countries, it asserted a presence like a grand firework launched into the music world.
It’s a song I highly recommend for your walk home from a summer festival or for those standing at a turning point in life.
Shape of YouEd Sheeran2rank/position
Many of you are probably familiar with Ed Sheeran’s smash global hit.
Released in 2017 from the album ÷, it’s notable for its lively, dancehall-inspired beat.
The lyrics tell a passionate story about becoming captivated by someone met at a bar.
The song doesn’t incorporate many advanced vocal techniques and is sung in a soft, whisper-like style throughout, which might make it easier to try at karaoke.
High HopesPanic! At The Disco3rank/position
An irresistibly cheerful anthem that gives you a nudge and says, “I can do it!” This song is by the American rock band Panic! At The Disco.
The powerful horn section and Brendon Urie’s soaring vocals alone are enough to fill you with energy.
The track centers on his childhood dreams and sings about the importance of continuing to set ambitious goals, even when things don’t go well.
Featured on the album Pray for the Wicked, it became a massive hit, spending 65 weeks at No.
1 on Billboard’s Hot Rock Songs chart.
It was also used in a Honda commercial, so many people may find it familiar.
Listen to it when you’re working toward your dreams and goals, and you’ll feel inspired to believe that “nothing is impossible!”
One ThingOne Direction4rank/position
One Direction, the boy band that enjoyed worldwide popularity in the 2010s, is a familiar group in Japan as well.
Although they are currently on hiatus, the many masterpieces they left behind continue to be loved.
Among their works, a pop tune from their debut album Up All Night powerfully sings about the impulse of unrequited love.
It sets a straightforward, heartfelt longing—being crazy about you and aching for “that one thing”—to sparkling guitar sounds and a fast-paced, exhilarating melody.
Released on CD in the UK in February 2012, the track also ranked high on the charts.
When your feelings for someone become unstoppable, listening to it will give you the courage to affirm those emotions with strength.
See You Again ft. Charlie PuthWiz Khalifa5rank/position
This is a gem of a ballad infused with feelings of friendship that pierce the heart.
The moving collaboration by American rapper Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth beautifully sings of the sorrow of losing someone close and the hope of reunion.
Created in March 2015 as the theme song for the film Furious 7, it also serves as a tribute to the late Paul Walker.
The song set an astonishing record by topping the Billboard Hot 100 for 12 consecutive weeks, bringing tears to people around the world.
It’s especially recommended for those who have experienced parting from someone dear, or who wish to reaffirm the bonds with family and friends.
Uptown Funk ft. Bruno MarsMark Ronson6rank/position
Here’s a superb funk number that makes you want to stride confidently through the summer city.
Produced by UK native Mark Ronson in collaboration with Bruno Mars, this track portrays the urban lifestyle of a self-assured protagonist.
The lyrics express a strong sense of self-affirmation—“I’m hot as can be”—and a commitment to refined fashion, uplifting anyone who listens.
Released in November 2014 as the lead single from the album Uptown Special, it set an astonishing record by holding the No.
1 spot on the U.
S.
charts for 14 consecutive weeks.
Play it on a summer drive or at a party with friends, and it will instantly brighten the atmosphere.
Just the Way You AreBruno Mars7rank/position
A gem of a ballad from the debut album Doo-Wops & Hooligans, released in 2010, it marks the album’s 15th anniversary in 2025 and is enjoying a resurgence in popularity.
Sung by Bruno Mars, the song delivers a straightforward message—that you’re beautiful just the way you are—set to a comfortable, piano-driven sound.
It reached No.
1 on the U.
S.
Billboard chart in October 2010 and remained on the chart for 48 weeks, becoming a long-running hit.
It has sold over 12.
5 million copies worldwide and also won a Grammy.
The lyrics, which express love in plain, unadorned words, are said to have been inspired by a classic by Eric Clapton.
It’s a perfect piece for when you want to honestly share your feelings with someone special, so be sure to give it a listen.