Popular Western music. Latest rankings [2025]

I Know What You Did Last SummerShawn Mendes & Camila Cabello78rank/position

Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello – I Know What You Did Last Summer (Official Music Video)

This is also a duet song by Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes.

“I Know What You Did Last Summer” has an R&B flavor and features an energetic, fast-paced sound.

Be sure to pay attention to the perfectly synchronized harmonies of these two frequent collaborators.

Livin’ on a PrayerBon Jovi79rank/position

Bon Jovi – Livin’ On A Prayer

As one of America’s quintessential rock bands, Bon Jovi has dominated the global music scene.

Formed in 1983 in New Jersey, they have captivated countless listeners with powerful vocals and a heavy, full-bodied sound.

Since their 1984 debut, they have showcased a broad musical range spanning hard rock, pop rock, and even country music.

In recognition of their achievements, they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2018.

Their album Slippery When Wet was a massive hit, selling over 28 million copies worldwide and featuring many of the songs that became their signature.

They have also earned numerous prestigious awards, including Grammys and MTV Video Music Awards.

Their powerful, uplifting messages and emotionally resonant melodies make their songs a perfect choice when you need a boost of energy or the courage to face challenges.

Let Her GoPassenger80rank/position

Passenger | Let Her Go (Official Video)

Passenger is a singer-songwriter active in the British folk-rock scene.

He’s an artist who has created numerous hit songs with catchy lyrics and melodies, and the track we’re introducing today, Let Her Go, is one of his biggest hits.

Strictly speaking, it’s a breakup song, but because it conveys the idea of realizing the value of something only after losing it, it’s recommended for those whose relationships have grown stagnant.

FireworkKaty Perry81rank/position

Katy Perry – Firework (Official Music Video)

This is a heartwarming dance-pop number themed around hope and empowerment.

Created by American artist Katy Perry, the song carries a message about discovering one’s inner light and potential, and was released to the world in October 2010 as the third single from the album Teenage Dream.

It expresses the importance of unleashing the light hidden within the heart through a beautiful melody, resulting in a track that inspires self-affirmation and courage.

It was performed at the Super Bowl Halftime Show in 2015, and again at the coronation concert for King Charles III in the UK in 2023.

It’s a perfect song for anniversaries with someone special, when you want to recognize each other’s radiance.

Blinding LightsThe Weeknd82rank/position

The Weeknd – Blinding Lights (Official Video)

The Weeknd continues to pursue original music that transcends genre boundaries.

It might surprise some people to hear that he has a song perfect for Halloween.

The piece introduced here is a track from his 2020 album After Hours.

Driven by ’80s-style synths, it portrays the protagonist’s restless yearning as he roams the city at night to see someone, along with a frenzy that borders on madness.

This blind passion aligns perfectly with Halloween’s slightly dangerous, out-of-the-ordinary atmosphere.

At the 2021 Super Bowl, he performed the song with dancers whose faces were wrapped in bandages, and the nightmarish staging became a hot topic.

If you’re aiming for an artistic and slightly dark Halloween mood, be sure to check it out!

Ocean EyesBillie Eilish83rank/position

Billie Eilish – Ocean Eyes (Official Music Video)

A song that portrays a sweet yet bittersweet feeling of love, captivated by eyes as deep and beautiful as the ocean.

Billie Eilish’s transparent, airy vocals exquisitely express its delicate emotions.

Released in November 2016, the track drew major attention as her debut single.

It was also featured on the soundtrack of the film “Everything, Everything,” boosting its popularity even further.

Perfect for March, when one senses the stirrings of new love and the arrival of spring.

Its heartfelt lyrics and gentle melody will give you the courage to take a new step forward.

I Was Born To Love YouFreddie Mercury84rank/position

Freddie Mercury – I Was Born To Love You (Official Video Remastered)

Queen is a rock band still beloved around the world.

Among them, vocalist Freddie Mercury continues to radiate a charismatic presence despite the time that has passed since his death.

In fact, there was a period when Freddie pursued solo work under his own name.

A signature song from that time is “I Was Born To Love You.” Many might be surprised, thinking, “Wasn’t that Queen?” It’s a masterpiece by Freddie—more powerful and overflowing with love than anyone.