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Popular on TikTok! A collection of Western songs recommended for video creation and BGM

Former vocal coach specializing in Western musicRyo
Under the theme of “vocal skills that stand up on the world stage,” I have experience teaching as an online vocal coach specializing in Western music, and I usually listen to genres like nuevo flamenco, bolero, canzone, and R&B. In my teens, I questioned the idea that “foreign music equals English,” and started exploring songs from around the world. My commentary is characterized by a unique perspective shaped by listening to music of every genre, in every language, from every country. I mainly cover world music, so be sure to check it out!
Pop music writer/editorKEI
A style that keeps updating my favorites while loving mainstream and hit songs. I have experience writing articles for outlets like Utaten. Since I discovered music as a student, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. 2000s J-POP and 2010s K-POP were my youth, and I’m also loosely into jazz and R&B. I enjoy good music across genres with a “good is good” mindset. Thanks to my past work environment (and its influence), I listened to a lot of classic rock and kayōkyoku, which may have broadened my tastes. At RAG MUSIC, I mainly cover K-POP. I focus on reviews that emphasize feelings people can relate to, and on editing aligned with local pride and hit potential. Thank you!

Have you ever thought, “What kind of cool Western songs are great for video production BGM or for creating a hyped or stylish mood in social media videos?” In recent years, TikTok and other platforms have helped songs spread, and the ways we enjoy music have really expanded! Here, we’re introducing especially popular Western tracks, including classic picks that also work great as BGM.

From creating a lovely atmosphere to unique vibes and even couple videos, these Western songs are hugely popular on TikTok and easy to use in your videos.

Be sure to enjoy them as everyday BGM, too!

Popular on TikTok too! A collection of Western songs recommended for video creation and BGM (151–160)

Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen

Owl City & Carly Rae Jepsen – Good Time (Official Video)

Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen

The lyric “It’s a wonderful time no matter when” really resonates with me.

Highly recommended for anyone hoping for just such a moment! It’s a popular dance-pop track with an even, square four-on-the-floor rhythm that feels great.

It’s not only a classic of 2012, but of the 2000s as well.

Perfect for driving, dates, or throwing on at a party.

It’s a song that’s genuinely popular with a wide range of listeners, regardless of gender.

Give it a try when you can’t afford to miss!

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You Can’t Hurry LovePhil Collins

You Can’t Hurry Love

You Can't Hurry LovePhil Collins

The original song was released by The Supremes in 1966.

Since then, various artists have covered it, but my top recommendation among the covers is Phil Collins’s version.

Released in 1982, it became a major hit, charting in both the UK and the US.

The song perfectly suits Phil Collins’s voice, which, for some reason, is so pleasant to listen to.

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Interstellar OverdrivePink Floyd

Interstellar Overdrive (2017 Remaster)

Interstellar OverdrivePink Floyd

Interstellar Overdrive, included on Pink Floyd’s classic album The Piper at the Gates of Dawn.

It’s a track that truly evokes outer space.

The distorted guitar seems to chase you from the very intro, and it’s insanely cool! Pink Floyd is practically synonymous with prog rock.

If you’ve ever felt they might be a bit hard to get into, why not give them a listen?

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Nfl Theme (Official Sports Bar Version)Playin’ Buzzed

Nfl Theme (Official Sports Bar Version)

Nfl Theme (Official Sports Bar Version)Playin' Buzzed

This “NFL Theme (Official Sports Bar Version)” is one of the most famous theme songs in the National Football League and is beloved by many across the country.

It’s widely used on TikTok, primarily in football-related videos.

While it was mostly featured in football content at first, it’s been turning into a global meme recently and is now being used in accident/fail-type videos as well.

With its striking, catchy melody, it pairs perfectly with all kinds of videos.

Be sure to check it out.

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Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse)Post Malone, Swae Lee

Post Malone, Swae Lee – Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse) (Official Video)

Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse)Post Malone, Swae Lee

This is a masterpiece created as the theme song for the 2018 film “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” a collaboration between two popular rappers, Post Malone and Swae Lee.

It has an urban, sophisticated vibe, and the melodic feel of their vocals over a refreshing track is pleasant to the ear, making it easy to listen to even for those who aren’t fans of rap—and it’s catchy too.

If you don’t want something too hard-hitting but want a bright, hip-hop flavored track, this is a perfect pick!

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We Will Rock YouQueen

Queen – We Will Rock You (Official Video)

We Will Rock YouQueen

Included on Queen’s sixth album, News of the World (Japanese title: Sekai ni Sasagu).

It was released as a single along with We Are the Champions.

Released in 1977.

Its intro is internationally famous and continues to be used in all kinds of contexts, including sports and commercials.

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Popular on TikTok too! A collection of Western songs recommended for video creation and background music (161–170)

BIZCOCHITOROSALÍA

ROSALÍA – BIZCOCHITO (Official Audio)

BIZCOCHITOROSALÍA

“BIZCOCHITO” by Rosalía, a singer-songwriter from Spain, is a track from her third album “Motomami,” released in March 2022.

It’s an upbeat chiptune track with a strikingly avant-garde style that strongly reflects reggaeton and flamenco influences.

The beat—reminiscent of Super Mario—is especially memorable, and on TikTok it’s often used in videos where people introduce their pets to the song’s comical melody.

Be sure to check it out.

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