Recommended Western Music for Autumn: Popular Autumn Songs and Hidden Gems [2025]

SeptemberDaughtry

Daughtry – September

A single released from Leave This Town, the second album by the American rock band Daughtry.

It is a ballad inspired by the experiences of lead vocalist Chris Daughtry, who grew up with his younger brother in a small town in North Carolina.

Tear Me DownPaul Rey

Tear Me Down

A track by singer-songwriter Paul Rey with an intriguing rhythm driven by guitar.

The vocals are powerful and fully delivered with a long reverb, yet the instrumentation—starting with the guitar—avoids flashiness, instead playing in a way that firmly supports the song, which is beautiful.

It’s a piece that suits Japan’s autumn climate perfectly.

C’est La Vie No.2Phosphorescent

Phosphorescent – C’est La Vie No. 2 (Official Video)

Literally meaning “emitting a pale blue light,” Phosphorescent is a singer-songwriter from the United States.

Living up to that beautiful name, he has released numerous folk and pop songs with outstanding songwriting.

This track blends synthesizers and acoustic guitar; despite its simple arrangement, it’s a deeply satisfying listen.

LeavesMiguel

Miguel – Leaves (Lyrics) WILDHEART

A song about the unexpected breakdown of a relationship.

It is included on Wildheart, the third album by Miguel—an American singer-songwriter, producer, and actor—released in 2015.

The album is also known for being nominated for a Grammy Award.

Killing Me SoftlyRoberta Flack

ROBERTA FLACK KILLING ME SOFTLY LEGENDADO EM PORTUGUÊS BR

A masterpiece among popular songs that has been covered by singers and groups around the world and loved across generations.

In Japan, it’s also known by the title “Yasashiku Utatte” and is famous as a Nescafé commercial song.

The original was released in 1972 by singer Lori Lieberman, but the version that became globally renowned was sung by Roberta Flack, known for mega-hits like “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face.” Released in 1973, it reached No.

1 on the U.

S.

charts and swept three Grammy Awards: Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.

Its timeless melody and wistful sound make it perfect for long autumn nights.

Be sure to check out versions by the hip-hop group Fugees and by Misato Watanabe as well!

Only YouMatthew Perryman Jones

Matthew Perryman Jone – Only You (Live From The Red Clay Theatre)

This is a live performance video of American singer-songwriter Matthew Perryman Jones, featuring just an acoustic guitar and female backing vocals.

Shot in black and white with a sparse arrangement that allows deeper focus on the music, the song brings its beautiful harmonies, dynamic contrasts, and dramatic melody into even sharper relief.