Badass Western music. Tough/edgy music. World classics and recommended popular songs.
This might be sudden, but when you hear “hard-hitting Western music,” what kind of tracks come to mind?
Many people probably think of hip-hop or death metal.
This time, I’ve put together a selection of that kind of “hard-hitting Western music,” with a focus on hip-hop.
From classic West Coast rap of the ’90s to hardcore styles of the 2000s and modern trap, I’ve picked out “badass bangers” from a range of genres.
Even if you’re not into hip-hop, you’ll recognize some of these tracks—so be sure to check them out.
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Badass Western music. Tough-sounding tracks. World classics and recommended popular songs (21–30).
DethroneBAD OMENS
Bad Omens from the United States deliver a furious message woven from savage growl vocals and a massive guitar sound.
Released in August 2019 from the album “Finding God Before God Finds Me,” this track embodies anger and defiance toward God.
While rooted in metalcore, it skillfully incorporates elements of deathcore and industrial metal to create an overwhelming soundscape.
The dense sonic image born of blast beat-driven drums and thunderous low end feels like anger incarnate.
Noah Sebastian’s dynamic use of clean vocals and screams is equally striking.
It’s a quintessential track from a band that won “Best Album” at the 2023 Heavy Music Awards—perfect for moments when you want to unleash your inner rage.
I Will Be HeardHatebreed
A scorching anthem that thunders with anger and protest has been unleashed by the American metalcore band Hatebreed.
This track from the March 2002 album “Perseverance” rides on heavy guitar riffs and powerful drum beats, roaring a message that awakens inner strength and the will to stand by one’s convictions.
Also featured on the soundtrack of the film “xXx,” it secured its place as one of the band’s signature songs.
When you need courage to face adversity or a boost to fire yourself up, this song will be a reliable ally.
Edgy Western music. Tough-sounding tracks. World classics and recommended popular songs (31–40)
I DONT GIVE A FUCKLil Jon & The East Side Boyz ft. Krayzie Bone & Mystical
A collaboration by Lil Jon & the East Side Boyz with rappers Karate Bone and Mystikal.
Released in 2002, it is included on their fourth album, Kings of Crunk, which reached No.
1 on the U.
S.
charts and was certified platinum.
Hate Me NowNas ft. Puff Daddy
A collaboration between rapper Nas and Puff Daddy.
Released as a single in 1999, it reached No.
8 on the U.
S.
charts.
The music video featuring a crucifix sparked major controversy and is also known for escalating into a violent incident in which Puff Daddy assaulted Nas’s manager, Steve Stoute.
Lord Pretty Flacko Jodye 2 (LPFJ2)A$AP Rocky
A track released as a digital download by A$AP Rocky in 2015.
It has been described as a track that blends a street ensemble with a horror movie soundtrack.
It reached No.
1 on the U.
S.
charts.
It’s So EasyGuns N’ Roses
A track released as a single in 1987 by the American rock band Guns N’ Roses.
It reached No.
84 on the UK charts.
The track is also known for being regularly performed at concerts by Velvet Revolver.
Fight The PowerPublic Enemy
A track characterized by a combative and confrontational approach, conveying a message of Black pride.
Released by Public Enemy in 1989, it was used in Spike Lee’s film Do the Right Thing.