[2025] A roundup of classic hits and popular summer anthems in Western music to listen to in August

The NightsAvicii

Avicii – The Nights

This is the song The Nights, released in 2015 by Avicii, a music producer from Sweden.

It’s about talking with his father about life.

Avicii sadly passed away in 2018.

This is one of the songs he released while he was still alive, and rereading the lyrics now feels especially moving.

August is also the season when many people return to their hometowns.

Having an open, heartfelt talk with your family could make for a wonderful summer memory.

Locked Out Of HeavenBruno Mars

Bruno Mars – Locked Out Of Heaven (Official Music Video)

I forgot the man who suits summer the most: Bruno Mars’s “Locked Out of Heaven.” It’s a rare rock number for him, but it’s a cool track.

The music video has the vibe of being performed in a club filled with heat, and there’s no doubt that its passionate lyrics and cool sound will color your summer.

Blueberry FaygoLil Mosey

Lil Mosey – Blueberry Faygo (Official Music Video)

Its somewhat retro yet solid, bittersweet melody line is striking.

The sound is catchy and refreshing! A dance video trend is popular on TikTok, featuring a challenge where you twirl your arm and use hip movements to match the song.

You don’t see it as much in Asia, but it went viral in the West.

Most people try it solo, though some couples take on the challenge too.

The choreography isn’t difficult, so give it a try.

It’s especially recommended for women confident in their figure.

The music video shows a midsummer poolside, making it perfect for the hot days of August.

Mas Que NadaSergio Mendes feat. Black Eyed Peas

Sergio Mendes feat. Black Eyed Peas – Mas Que Nada

I don’t think I’m the only one who wants to listen to Latin music when summer comes.

“Mas Que Nada” is a bossa nova standard, and it was Sergio Mendes’s 1966 version that made the song famous.

That hit put Sergio Mendes on the world stage.

This version featuring the American hip-hop group the Black Eyed Peas is insanely cool!

Next SummerDamiano David

Damiano David – Next Summer (Official Video)

Damiano David, who has achieved worldwide success as the frontman of the Italian rock band Måneskin, has released a new solo track.

It’s a striking pop ballad that, while depicting a youthful summer romance on the surface, delves into inner conflict and psychological trauma.

His heartfelt vocals, paired with an acoustic sound palette, gently envelop us.

This release is the third single from his solo project that began in September 2024, arriving in February 2025.

The music video, shot in an actual prison, beautifully captures the anxieties and fears that dwell within us.

It’s a song that stays close to the heart—one you’ll want to sit with alone on a lonely night.

On My WayAlan Walker, Sabrina Carpenter & Farruko

Alan Walker, Sabrina Carpenter & Farruko – On My Way

Released in 2019, this track features Alan Walker—one of the world’s most prominent EDM artists—alongside singer Sabrina Carpenter and reggaeton musician Farruko.

Walker’s clear yet powerful vocals glide over a dreamy track, while Farruko’s distinctive voice adds a striking accent.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to with your senses wide open.

God’s CountryBlake Shelton

Blake Shelton – God’s Country (Official Music Video)

This is “God’s Country,” a song released in 2019 by American country singer Blake Shelton.

Blake Shelton is a country singer recognized across the United States, having been nominated for the Grammy Awards seven times and serving as a judge on the popular American audition show The Voice.

Many people may find his slow, groovy phrasing delivered with a powerful voice to be irresistibly captivating.