[2025] A roundup of Western songs with titles starting with B

BreatheThe Prodigy

The Prodigy – Breathe (Official Video)

A track produced in November 1996 by The Prodigy, known as revolutionaries of the ’90s electronic music scene.

Its sound—fusing a fierce beat sampled from Thin Lizzy’s drum break with a ground-crawling, undulating bassline—is arguably the very emblem of big beat.

The call-and-response-style vocals by the late Keith Flint and Maxim evoke the inner turmoil of someone driven to the brink, instilling a suffocating sense of tension in the listener.

Taken from the classic album The Fat of the Land, the track topped the charts in multiple countries including the UK and Finland.

Its aggressive sound even made it a pro wrestler’s entrance theme—an energetic song that resonates with rock fans as well.

Bitter EverydayWednesday

Wednesday – Bitter Everyday (Official Video)

Known for their fusion of shoegaze and alt-country on “Creakrock,” Wednesday have earned high acclaim in the indie scene.

Their 2023 masterpiece Rat Saw God is still fresh in our memories.

Ahead of their album Bleeds, set for release in September 2025, they’ve shared this track.

The song was inspired by a shocking incident experienced by vocalist Karly Hartzman in 2019, when a woman who appeared at her home turned out to be a murder suspect.

It portrays the sensation of everyday life curdling into bitterness, woven with an homage to Iris DeMent.

With melancholic melodies fiercely colliding with roaring noise, the sound intensifies the story’s tension, making for a moving and powerful track.

Bombscare2 Bad Mice

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2 Bad Mice, pioneers of breakbeat hardcore who shook the London scene in the ’90s.

Formed in the UK, they created an innovative sound that paved the way to jungle.

This track pairs a instantly hummable, catchy synth riff with floor-shaking, blistering breakbeats that leave listeners overwhelmed.

Its raw energy is said to mirror the tension of a bombing incident that occurred during production—an anecdote that captures the atmosphere of the time.

Released in 1991 as part of the album “Hold It Down,” the 1996 reissue reached No.

46 on the UK charts.

It’s an anthem for anyone who wants to feel the primal impulse and fervor of early rave culture throughout their entire body.

Bad ReputationAvril Lavigne

Bad Reputation

Avril Lavigne, the Canadian singer-songwriter who reigns over the scene as the “Queen of Pop Punk.” This song debuted in December 2012 for promotional use and was selected as the theme for the animated film ONE PIECE FILM Z.

Its defiant spirit—belting out that she doesn’t care about bad press—perfectly syncs with the Straw Hat crew’s belief in pursuing freedom.

A cover of Joan Jett’s classic, the track is an undeniably cool punk rock number that fuses powerful guitar sounds with a driving, fast-paced beat.

It peaked at No.

8 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 and was later included on the album Goodbye Lullaby.

When you need the courage to face something head-on, this high-energy song is sure to give you a powerful push.

Big LoveFleetwood Mac

Fleetwood Mac – Big Love (Official Music Video)

Fleetwood Mac, the British band that made a huge splash worldwide starting in the 1970s.

A standout song from the era when they found success with a pop-oriented sound is the lead single from their classic album Tango in the Night.

Released in March 1987, this track is a highly appealing dance number, woven from an urgent guitar riff and synth textures.

Yet the lyrics present a skeptical view of love, and the contrast with the song’s passionate tone leaves a lingering resonance.

The album containing this track topped the UK charts for five weeks.

Blending rock dynamism with the refined beats characteristic of the ’80s, it’s the perfect song to heat up the dance floor.

BloodmoneyPoppy

Poppy – BLOODMONEY (Official Music Video)

Starting her career with surreal performances on YouTube, Poppy, an American artist now hailed for shattering genre boundaries, has captured widespread attention.

Her dramatic transformation from pop icon to invader of the heavy music scene culminated in the 2020 album “I Disagree.” Among its tracks, this one stands out with a ferocious sound that fuses industrial metal with noise and dubstep in stunning fashion.

Her performance, which hurls fury at a hypocrisy-ridden society and systemic oppression, is itself a signal flare of self-liberation.

Released in November 2019, the song achieved a historic milestone at the 63rd Grammy Awards, earning the first-ever nomination by a solo female artist in the Best Metal Performance category.

If you’re seeking a radical sound that shakes established values, start by experiencing this devastating blow.

Black FridayTom Odell

Tom Odell – Black Friday (Official Music Video)

Tom Odell is a British singer-songwriter known for his delicate piano and emotionally rich vocals.

What he portrays here is an introspective Friday scene, different from the weekend’s usual exhilaration.

This work sings of a piercing self-loathing that arises when, in the glow of a loved one, you feel like a commodity being sold off cheaply.

Its original lyrics have been highly praised, earning a nomination for the prestigious Ivor Novello Awards in May 2024.

As the title track of his 2024 album Black Friday, it also drew attention after being featured in the Netflix drama Heartstopper.

On a glittering Friday night, when you’d rather be alone and sink into deep thought, this song will quietly stay by your side.