[2025] A roundup of classic UK rock songs: from the latest tracks to timeless staples!

These days, whether you look at the charts in the U.

or the U.

, pop, hip-hop, and R&B dominate the top spots, so rock fans might be feeling a bit left out.

That said, UK rock has long been popular among Japanese listeners of Western music, and even now, as we approach the mid-2020s, a new generation of talented bands is emerging.

Taking into account that veteran bands are also releasing strong tracks, this article highlights the latest UK rock gems in the first half, and then moves on to a lineup packed with timeless classics.

If you’re new to UK rock, be sure to check it out!

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[2025] A roundup of classic UK rock songs: from the latest tracks to timeless staples!
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	feelslikeimfallinginloveColdplay		Coldplay’s new song that portrays the exhilaration of love.
2	GlasgowPale Waves		A song of heartbreak and bittersweet memories in Glasgow
3	This Is The Sound Of Your VoiceSnow Patrol		Snow Patrol's new song is a deeply moving, heart-stirring masterpiece.
4	Ad Astra (Feat. ‪Graham Coxon‬)Ash		Ash releases new album 'Ad Astra'
5	Love InsurrectionPrimal Scream		Primal Scream’s new song: feelings toward modern society
6	Whiplashbôa		Bôa’s invigorating new alternative rock track is here
7	Hippie SunshineKasabian		Kasabian showcase evolution and intensity with their new song
8	When the Laughter Stops ft. Katy J PearsonYard Act		Yard Act’s socially critical music
9	The Feminine UrgeThe Last Dinner Party		A song of women's trauma and self-expression
10	Not Like The RestGIRLBAND!		The appeal of the UK’s spotlighted girl band
11	I PrayMiles Kane		Miles Kane's spiritual music
12	DANCERIDLES		The Idols’ new single “DANCER” has been released.
13	High TeaHotWax		A song that conveys the deep emotions of a young band
14	Show PonyGlass Animals		A moving song that portrays the emotions of love and betrayal
15	Pay & DisplayLovejoy		An electrifying new song by an indie rock band
16	Which One Do You Want?Ash		Ash’s new song, a hymn of hope and longing
17	I’m In Love (Subaru)Sports Team		Irony toward consumption and relationships in contemporary society
18	Face In the PicturePicture Parlour		New generation of UK rock, Picture Parlour, announces EP
19	Live ForeverOasis		Oasis is a powerful UK rock band.
20	PorcupineSparks		Sparks, a one-of-a-kind musical style
21	Darkest LullabyKasabian		Leicester’s Kasabian’s emotional new song
22	Everything and NothingSOFT PLAY		Soft Play’s moving music works miracles
23	Nothing MattersThe Last Dinner Party		From London, a five-member female rock band is on the rise
24	(Wish I Could Fly Like) SupermanThe Kinks		The Kinks’ disco rock, exhilarating music
25	PerfumePale Waves		A captivating track that blends 80s vibes with modern sound
26	Kiss MeCrawlers		An emotional song by a UK-born rock band
27	The LeaderDog Race		Dog Race's new song, a rock track with a gothic flavor
28	BusTravis		Travis’s emotional, hopeful, and heartwarming music
29	WonderwallOasis		A masterpiece whose Oasis classic resonates with the heart
30	Dancing With The EuropeansSuede		Suede expresses the power of connection in their new song
31	The Last DanceThe Mysterines		A dark track fusing score and chords
32	Hey JudeThe Beatles		Rediscovering the allure of bands and timeless Western music classics
33	HoneycombPanchiko		A promising new track from an indie rock band
34	Lovesick LullabyYungblud		A new punk rock track that captures the hearts of young people
35	Fix YouColdplay		The music soars, expressing the members’ souls.
36	NaiveThe Kooks		A coming-of-age anthem of 2000s British rock
37	Somebody To LoveQueen		Queen's beautiful harmonies and vocal prowess
38	Song 2Blur		Rock classics popular on CDM
39	Where The Streets Have No NameU2		A U2 song changed my view of music.
40	Little Bit CloserSam Fender		A moving masterpiece that portrays loneliness and society
41	Rock & Roll QueenThe Subways		A classic indie rock song brimming with youth and passion
42	R U Mine?Arctic Monkeys		The band's music is striking and profound.
43	Dire StraitsDire Straits		An edgy sound of a rock band
44	The WolfMumford & Sons		Captivating with an energetic sound
45	Don’t Look Back In AngerOasis		Oasis’s classic anthem, a message of hope and solidarity
46	This Isn’t Everything You AreSnow Patrol		The coexistence of coldness and heat in UK rock
47	YellowColdplay		Coldplay’s debut album is a big hit
48	Stairway to HeavenLed Zeppelin		A cool guitar solo and high-pitched vocals
49	Bitter Sweet SymphonyThe Verve		A classic song that amps up the crowd with its famous intro
50	My WayDinosaur Pile-Up		A tour de force of experimental rock out of Leeds
51	Anarchy in the U.K.SEX PISTOLS		The Sex Pistols’ rebellious debut single
52	The UniversalBlur		A song of hope and irony for a dreamt-of future
53	ShiverThe Libertines		The Libertines' new single is moving
54	Superstar TradesmanThe View		A classic by a Scottish indie rock band
55	Gods of Rock N Roll (ft. Steve Stevens)Billy Morrison, Ozzy Osbourne		The power of rock ’n’ roll woven by a star-studded collaboration
56	BurnDeep Purple		Deep Purple's classic, super emo
57	Figure It OutRoyal Blood		British rock duo, innovative sound
58	the gardenunpeople		Unpeople: gaining momentum with heavy, dramatic melodies
59	Charge of the Light BrigadeKula Shaker		The fusion and liberation of psychedelic rock
60	PompeiiBastille		Bastille, pioneers of indie pop
61	Ode to ClioMan/Woman/Chainsaw		The innovative music and passion of a five-member young band
62	Wish You Were HerePink Floyd		A poignant song that portrays loss and loneliness
63	Born On A Different CloudOasis		A gem of a song that sings of loneliness and self-discovery
64	ColumbiaOasis		A signature rock anthem by Oasis from the ’90s
65	Fade AwayOasis		A song of a youth swaying between dreams and reality
66	Half The World AwayOasis		Oasis’s masterpiece, a heart-touching classic
67	HeadshrinkerOasis		An inspiring Oasis classic that depicts loneliness and self-discovery.
68	I Hope, I Think, I KnowI Hope, I Think, I KnowOasis		Oasis’s powerful song, a cry of the soul
69	Keep The Dream AliveOasis		Don't give up on your dreams, music of hope
70	My Big MouthOasis		A powerful Oasis anthem expressing self and fame
71	Put Yer Money Where Yer Mouth IsOasis		Innovative, soul-infused music of Oasis
72	Sad SongOasis		A ballad that resonates with the delicate heart of the oasis
73	Talk TonightOasis		Gentle acoustic guitar tones and a voice that resonates with the heart
74	The Importance Of Being IdleOasis		A soothing masterpiece that resonates in the heart of the oasis
75	Underneath The SkyOasis		A heart-stirring masterpiece from Oasis’s B-sides
76	Who Feels Love?Oasis		Oasis’s fantastical track, a timeless song that heals the heart
77	The More You Ignore Me, The Closer I GetMorrissey		Morrissey’s distinctive musicality and lyrics
78	InvincibleMuse		An invincible track that overturns the pervy image
79	If I Get HighNothing But Thieves		Beautiful falsetto and powerful vocals
80	SledgehammerPeter Gabriel		Peter Gabriel’s signature song, making waves with its music video
81	Fake Plastic TreesRadiohead		The beautiful melody and emotion of Radiohead
82	My GenerationThe Who		Who songs are timeless masterpieces across generations.
83	Hold On TightElectric Light Orchestra		A classic song by a rock band known for its unique musical style
84	SheElvis Costello		Elvis Costello, a figure in the music world
85	Take Me OutFranz Ferdinand		The Shock of Franz Ferdinand
86	All I WantKodaline		A story of society and love with a monster protagonist
87	We Will Rock YouQueen		A classic Queen song, an anthem of challenge and triumph
88	2005South Arcade		South Arcade, the rising pop-punk star from Oxford, UK
89	Don’t Stop Me NowQueen		Queen's classic hit is once again in the spotlight.
90	In Any TongueDavid Gilmour		Gilmour’s guitar: a tone of tragedy and hope
91	Pour Some Sugar On MeDef Leppard		The story of Def Leppard’s classic album “Hysteria.”
92	Hey YouFeeder		Feeder’s new song announcement by Taka Hirose
93	When Smokey SingsABC		The Sheffield duo, an adult classic
94	Heat Of The MomentASIA		The supergroup Asia, impressive.
95	Eyes Wide ShutAlfie Templeman		A groundbreaking track that fuses indie pop
96	Election DayArcadia		Adult sideband of the ’80s
97	BrianstormArctic Monkeys		The Captivating Musical Characteristics of Arctic Monkeys
98	Sink Or SwimBad Lieutenant		The classic song by the British band Bad Lieutenant
99	Sounds Like BalloonsBiffy Clyro		From a light, lively sound to a powerful chorus
100	In My PlaceColdplay		The appeal of a moving, emotionally stirring piece of music
101	Your SongElton John		Elton John, popular singer, soccer fan
102	The Best Tears of Your LifeEnglish Teacher		English Teacher, a deeply moving and touching song
103	The End of the ContenderEverything Everything		The experimental music of Everything Everything
104	Pressure PadFolly Group		A rising star of experimental post-punk from London
105	HallelujahHappy Mondays		A classic dance-rock anthem from Manchester
106	Don’t Go Making PlansHard-Fi		Hard-Fi release first new song in 10 years
107	Keep What Ya GotIan Brown		A masterpiece that extols the value of the soul, profound music
108	ZombielandJake Bugg		A powerful new song commentary by Jake Bugg
109	TransmissionJoy Division		The weighty songs of Joy Division
110	ValotteJulian Lennon		Music about Julian Lennon’s feelings toward his father
111	Club FootKasabian		A signature UK rock track with an intense sound
112	Coming Back To Me GoodKasabian		Kasabian’s new song is an upbeat rock tune.
113	Natural MagickKula Shaker		Kula Shaker’s new release, Magical Music
114	Living In A BoxLiving in a Box		Rock by Living in a Box
115	Kind Of ManLondon Grammar		London Grammar’s emotional lead single expresses the depth of love.
116	A Psychic WoundLos Campesinos		Wales' Los Campesinos! have a new song.
117	The living YearsMike & The Mechanics		Mike Rutherford's twin-vocal band
118	Empty And Silent (feat. King Krule)Mount Kimbie		A lonely desert track with Mount Kimbie
119	When You SleepMy Bloody Valentine		Representative songs of shoegaze, emotionally rich music
120	RegretNew Order		A masterpiece that portrays the loneliness of celebrities
121	Oh No :: He Said What?Nothing But Thieves		Appearing at Summer Sonic, a scathing, socially critical song
122	HungerOf Monsters and Men		Focus on the cold, razor-sharp sound and vocals
123	Crazy TrainOzzy Osbourne		Ozzy Osbourne, a heavyweight of heavy metal
124	Ebony & IvoryPaul McCartney		McCartney’s famous duet song
125	You Do Something To MePaul Weller		A masterpiece with lyrics that resonate in the heart and a profound melody
126	Final SolutionPeter Murphy		Bauhaus, pioneers of gothic rock
127	LoadedPrimal Scream		A classic that fuses rock and dance, celebrating freedom
128	A Whiter Shade of PaleProcol Harum		Procol Harum’s classic became a huge hit.
129	Common PeoplePulp		An emotional song of Pulp’s socially satirical rock
130	MonacoRide		RIDE’s new release: a masterpiece that fuses past and present
131	High & DryRadiohead		A famous Radiohead song that poignantly sings about heartbreak
132	Addicted To LoveRobert Palmer		A singer’s hit songs, adult jazz-style music
133	Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?Rod Stewart		Rod Stewart’s solo career and appeal
134	HEAVYSprints		A shocking song that conveys the deep emotions of a punk band
135	HoppípollaSigur Rós		A moving experience, captivated by the flow and power of the music.
136	Mandela daySimple Minds		A powerful song expressed with an acoustic guitar
137	Chasing CarsSnow Patrol		Snow Patrol’s classic that portrays love and connection
138	ElectricitySpiritualized		An appealing track by Spiritualized
139	Mr. WriterStereophonics		The emotional songs of Stereophonics are moving.
140	White LiesStereophonics		The music gradually builds up, and the singing voice is captivating.
141	Beautiful OnesSuede		The spirit of the ’90s captured in Suede’s classic
142	The Boys Are Back In TownTHIN LIZZY		An inspiring piece of music that evokes nostalgia and excitement
143	ShoutTears for Fears		TFF’s hit song, a voice that resonates with the heart
144	Star SignTeenage Fanclub		A classic song from a legendary Scottish band
145	One To AnotherThe Charlatans		A moving masterpiece by a British rock band
146	She Sells SanctuaryThe Cult		The evolution of bands from Bradford
147	A Fragile ThingThe Cure		Lead single from the first album in 16 years: melancholy and hope
148	You Really Got MeThe Kinks		A classic from the ’60s—captivating and timeless.
149	There She GoesThe La’s		A wistful classic from Dreamy Guitar
150	Don’t Look Back Into The SunThe Libertines		An inspiring song that distills the appeal of UK rock
151	AdrenalineThe Reytons		A fleetingly emotional song released by Leightons
152	Ruby TuesdayThe Rolling Stones		A song that captivates with its memorable chorus
153	Love Me and Leave MeThe Seahorses		An inspiring alternative rock song
154	Friend Of A FriendThe Smile		Members of Radiohead form a new band
155	Discount De Kooning (Last One Standing)The Vaccines		Music from London, filled with hope and gratitude
156	Love Is NoiseThe Verve		The Verve’s striking music and lyrics
157	Baba O’RileyThe Who		Moon's drumming is passionate and captivating
158	DriftwoodTravis		Travis’s signature song that resonates in the heart, a hope for possibility.
159	DivineVENUS GRRRLS		An emotionally stirring rock band from Leeds
160	Here I Go AgainWhitesnake		White Snake, a classic song by the rock band
161	Life Begins at the HopXTC		Alternative rock by a band from Swindon
162	Owner of a Lonely HeartYES		A beautiful masterpiece by the progressive rock band YES
163	AbyssYungblud		A cry of the soul, the power poured into an anime theme song
164	Standard Tuningbdrmm		bdrmm’s emotionally charged new song sings about self-acceptance
165	The CutterEcho & the Bunnymen		A treasured gem of UK rock, a soul-stirring masterpiece
166	There is a light that never goes outThe Smiths		A beautiful melody of love and loss in the city at night
167	Karma ChameleonCulture Club		The captivating musicality of Culture Club
168	Invisible TouchGenesis		Genesis’s turn to pop and their blockbuster success
169	Walking On SunshineKatrina and The Waves		A rock band with a sunny female vocalist
170	Somewhere Only We KnowKeane		A powerful masterpiece that suits the winter season
171	ValerieSteve Winwood		The captivating music of Steve Winwood
172	MillionairesThe Snuts		From Scotland, singing about the importance of love and freedom
173	Elephant StoneThe Stone Roses		A striking UK rock classic with a passionate sound
174	Why Does It Always Rain On Me?Travis		A heartwarming masterpiece that lets you feel nature