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

Before MidnightA.K.A

a!ka – Before Midnight (Official Audio)

Aika, a promising new pop/R&B artist from the Philippines, released a luscious new single in May 2025.

After her cover videos went viral on TikTok and led to her debut, she unveiled her third original track following June 2024’s “Leave a Message” and October’s “Coffee.” Although the title might suggest a romantic love song at first glance, it’s actually a breakup song that captures the emotions at the moment of parting—an intriguing twist.

The poignant lyrics set to a gentle R&B-infused pop tune, along with the polished sound co-produced with her older sister, are particularly captivating.

It’s the perfect track for embracing the end of a relationship with a positive outlook.

BackseatBalu Brigada

Balu Brigada – Backseat (Official Visualiser)

The New Zealand-born brother duo, Vallë Brigada, are releasing their new single “Backseat” in May 2025.

Formed by brothers Henry and Pierre Beasley, they’re a rising act who signed with Warner Music Australia in 2022.

Described by the band as their “most ambitious track to date,” the six-minute epic blends elements of neo-disco and funk for a seriously cool sound.

Its powerful bassline and reverb-soaked guitar riffs will feature on their debut album, Portal.

If you enjoy boundary-pushing experimentation or are into groovy pop-rock, be sure to check it out.

Bad As I Used To BeChris Stapleton

Chris Stapleton – Bad As I Used To Be (From F1® The Movie) [Official Visualizer]

This standout track by American country powerhouse Chris Stapleton was released in May 2025 as part of the soundtrack F1 The Album for the much-talked-about film F1 starring Brad Pitt.

Portraying the journey of confronting one’s past and reigniting lost passion, the song features Stapleton’s characteristically soulful vocals and a bluesy guitar riff, delivering a weighty sound where country, soul, and rock fuse beautifully.

Co-produced with his longtime collaborator Dave Cobb, the piece ties closely to the film’s story and carries a powerful message aimed especially at adults facing turning points in their lives.

BITTERSWEETPINKNOISE

PINKNOISE – BITTERSWEET (Official Music Video)

With over 175,000 followers on TikTok and the slogan “the future is PINK,” Pink Noise is an artist celebrated for an experimental sound that fuses pop, rock, and electronica.

They released a new track in May 2025.

Seamlessly blending ’80s synthwave with contemporary electronic pop, the song features poignant lyrics about past love and lost time, paired with delicate vocal delivery that truly resonates.

brand new teethSamara Cyn, Smino

Samara Cyn, Smino – brand new teeth (Official Video)

A collaborative track by singer-rapper Samara Shin, a Tennessee native now based in Los Angeles, and St.

Louis rapper Smino was released in May 2025.

It’s an introspective piece themed around rising fame and the pressure that comes with it, reflecting on the symbolism of grills in Southern Black culture.

The multilayered beat—shifting from mellow jazz to classical orchestration—stands out, while the profound lyrics resonate as they depict the traps of wealth and the struggles of contemporary society.

The track is also included on the EP “Backroads,” slated for a June release, and it’s a song best absorbed in the stillness of the night.

BOYS WITH THE CHARACTERISTICS OF WOLVESUnknown Mortal Orchestra

Unknown Mortal Orchestra – BOYS WITH THE CHARACTERISTICS OF WOLVES

Unknown Mortal Orchestra is a psychedelic rock band originally from New Zealand and now based in Portland, Oregon, USA.

Formed in 2009 by Ruban Nielson, they released this track in May 2025—a dark tune marked by a heavy, Black Sabbath–esque riff and taut, tension-filled drumming.

It’s the lead single from the EP “CURSE,” slated for release on June 18, and part of a body of work inspired by Italian horror films from the 1970s and 1980s.

Showcasing distinctly metal-leaning elements that set it apart from UMO’s past output, it’s a must-listen for anyone into psych rock or heavy sounds.

Better DaysYellowcard

Yellowcard – Better Days (Official Music Video)

This track is the lead single from the Florida-born pop-punk favorites Yellowcard—known for featuring a violinist—and comes from their first full-length album in about nine years, where they sing candidly about themes like gratitude, forgiveness, and hope.

Produced and drummed by Blink-182’s Travis Barker, it brilliantly fuses the band’s matured musicianship with fresh creativity.

It’s also the title track of the self-titled album slated for release in October 2025, and its unique music video—featuring the members dressed as characters from 1980s films—has been generating buzz.

It’s a song I highly recommend for anyone feeling worn out by life or ready to make a fresh start.