[2025] A roundup of recommended Western songs to listen to at a café

SofiaClairo

Clairo – Sofia

A track distinguished by its gentle vocals and soothing melody.

Centered on admiration for women and same-sex love, it sings of self-acceptance and the courage to confront societal prejudice.

Featured on Clairo’s debut album “Immunity,” it was released in July 2019.

After going viral on TikTok, it made its first appearance on the Billboard Hot 100.

Its captivating sound blends electropop rhythms with a nostalgic atmosphere.

Perfect for relaxing in a café or for moments when you want to reflect on yourself.

The tender lyrics and refreshing tones will add color to your precious time.

Chamber Of ReflectionMac DeMarco

Chamber Of Reflection

A track distinguished by its dreamy synthesizer tones.

Centered on themes of introspection and solitude, it sings about the importance of stepping away from everyday life to face yourself.

Included on the April 2014 album “Salad Days,” it became one of Mac DeMarco’s signature works.

It also gained attention on social media like TikTok, strongly influencing younger audiences.

With its laid-back beat and profound message, it’s a song best suited for times when you want to listen alone and reflect.

Put it on while relaxing at a café, and it becomes a soothing piece that calms the mind.

ceilingsLizzy McAlpine

Lizzy McAlpine – ceilings (official video)

Gazing at the ceiling and the plaster, you wistfully recall the time that has passed.

Lizzy McAlpine’s delicate vocals and the sweeping soundscape woven by the strings vividly portray the ache of a love that’s been lost.

Featured on her second album, five seconds flat, this song was released in April 2022 and later became a major topic on TikTok.

Its finely drawn scenes—rain-soaked shoes, a kiss in the car—leave a lasting impression.

It’s the perfect track for someone nursing a gentle crush in a quiet night café.

Glue Songbeabadoobee

beabadoobee – Glue Song (Official Music Video)

Beabadoobee’s “Glue Song” was released in 2023 as a Valentine’s Day offering.

Marked by gently strummed acoustic guitar, soothing strings, and a warm trumpet tone, it’s a calm, cozy track you’ll want to listen to in the corner of a café, wrapped in the aroma of coffee.

The unhurried tempo is calming, and the straightforward lyrics perfectly suit a space where time flows gently.

The happiness woven into the song will surely make anyone who hears it feel at ease.

Pyjamas (ft Remi Wolf)Benny Sings

Benny Sings – Pyjamas ft Remi Wolf (Official Video)

The collaboration track “Pyjamas” by Benny Sings and Remi Wolf is a perfect fit as café background music.

Benny Sings’ distinctive melodies, which wrap you in warmth like a wool sweater during a relaxing café time, intertwine with Remi Wolf’s sophisticated vocals.

Released in 2023, the song features a comfortable beat and charming lyrics that will enrich the time you spend at a café.

We Were Never Really FriendsBruno Major

Bruno Major – We Were Never Really Friends (Official Video)

To make peaceful moments at a café even more vivid, you need beautiful piano lines and soothing melodies.

Bruno Major’s “We Were Never Really Friends” is the perfect song for that kind of café time.

Released in 2023, the track explores the ambiguous boundary between friendship and romance, letting you relax while slipping into a slightly sentimental mood.

Its 1960s-tinged tone, paired with the aroma of coffee, adds a fresh hue to modern café culture.

When you want to slow down, listening to this song will help you forget the rush of everyday life and find a sense of calm.

TightSamara Joy

Samara Joy – Tight

“Tight” is a perfect gem for 2023 café BGM.

Recorded at New York’s Electric Lady Studios, this track is a vibrant work in which Samara Joy revives a song by jazz legend Betty Carter through her own unique lens.

Samara’s vocals captivate with dynamic range from low to high, making it recommended not only for jazz fans but also for anyone who wants to relax during café time.

You’re sure to discover something new that brightens your everyday life!