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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Edgy Western music. Tough-sounding tracks. World classics and recommended popular songs (31–40)
Born KillerScarface
Scarface is a rapper and producer from Houston, Texas, who has been active since 1988.
He is also known as a founding member of the Geto Boys.
This track is included on the 1991 album Mr.
Scarface Is Back.
TransylvaniaTyler, The Creator
A track included on Goblin, the debut album released in 2011 by American rapper Tyler, The Creator.
The album was a hit in Australia and various European countries, and reached No.
1 on the U.
S.
charts.
Where Eagles DareThe Misfits
The Misfits are a punk rock band formed in New Jersey in 1977.
They are known for incorporating themes and imagery inspired by horror and science fiction films from the 1950s to the 1970s.
This track is included on their self-titled album from 1986.
RATATASkrillex, Missy Elliott, & Mr. Oizo
Here’s an intense track packed with rapid-fire development and energetic sound! It’s a collaboration between Skrillex, Missy Elliott, and Mr.
Oizo.
The vivid beat fuses EDM and hip-hop, with the meticulous production of America’s Skrillex and the experimental sound of France’s Mr.
Oizo blending perfectly, while Missy Elliott’s powerful rap injects even more energy.
Released in February 2023 as part of the album “QUEST FOR FIRE,” it quickly captured the hearts of the club scene and dance music fans.
It’s a perfect pick when you want to move on the dance floor or need an energy boost.
Die Like A RockstarDanny Brown
A track included on XXX, the second album by American rapper Danny Brown, released in 2011.
The album’s title represents the Roman numeral for 30, named after Danny’s age at the time of its release.
Badass Western music. Tough, hard-hitting tracks. World-class masterpieces and recommended popular songs (41–50)
Just Don’t Give A FuckEminem
A debut single released by Eminem in 1998.
It samples tracks such as Tupac Shakur’s “I Don’t Give a Fuck.” The lyrical content led to disputes with other white rappers.
It reached No.
5 on the U.
S.
charts.
Rock StarN.E.R.D
A track released as a single in 2002 by the American funk rock band N.
E.
R.
D.
It became a hit in countries such as the United States, Australia, and the Netherlands.
It has been featured in films like The Guard and Blue Crush.