[2025 Edition] Recommended Western songs for celebrations: timeless hits that convey your feelings

Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us NowStarship

Starship – Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now (Official Music Video) [HD]

Starship’s “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” opens with a shimmering, dreamlike intro.

Known in Japan as “Ai wa Tomaranai,” the song became a massive hit in 1987 as the theme for the film Mannequin.

Its lyrics, which capture a world where nothing can stop the two of us, are wonderfully romantic.

The sweet, swoon-worthy melody is sure to elevate the mood at any party!

Lift Me UpRihanna

Rihanna – Lift Me Up (From Black Panther: Wakanda Forever)

Rihanna’s song “Lift Me Up,” which she released and which has become a worldwide hit, is also known as the theme song for the film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

The movie ended up with a sorrowful story following the passing of Chadwick Boseman, who played the protagonist in the previous film.

With that in mind, Rihanna reportedly wrote the song to help people accept their grief and to celebrate having overcome it.

How Do You Like Me Now?!Toby Keith

Toby Keith – How Do You Like Me Now?!

Toby Keith’s classic “How Do You Like Me Now?!”.

Released as the lead single from the album of the same name, it’s one of his most popular and well-known songs.

The highlight of this track is, without a doubt, the lyrics.

It tells the story of a romance between an unremarkable man and a woman who turns everyone’s head, featuring many lines men can relate to.

If you enjoy country music, be sure to give it a listen.

We Will Rock YouQueen

Queen – We Will Rock You (Official Video)

Queen’s legendary anthem “We Will Rock You,” the one that makes you want to stomp your feet and clap along to the beat, really livens up any party scene.

Its lyrics create a sense of unity and carry an encouraging message like “Shake up the world!” Listeners can’t help but feel fired up, thinking, “All right, let’s do this.” Why not gift it to someone you want to see charging ahead—like a junior colleague on their birthday or a subordinate celebrating a promotion?

So Beautiful Or So WhatPaul Simon

Paul Simon – So Beautiful Or So What

Paul Simon is a singer-songwriter who represents folk rock.

He’s extremely well-known both as part of Simon & Garfunkel and as a solo artist, so many of you may already know him.

“So Beautiful or So What” is one of his most acclaimed songs, and an album of the same name was also released.

The lyrics are perfect for celebrations, but since the melody has a strong blues character, it’s especially recommended as a celebratory song for a male friend.

Heal The WorldMichael Jackson

Michael Jackson – Heal The World (Official Video)

The sixth single released from the 1991 album “Dangerous.” It’s a ballad written and produced by Michael Jackson himself.

The organization established in 1992 for children around the world is named the Heal the World Foundation.

Chosen FamilyRina Sawayama, Elton John

Rina Sawayama, Elton John – Chosen Family (Performance Lyric Video)

Chosen Family is the dream collaboration between Japanese singer-songwriter Rina Sawayama and Elton John.

Its lyrics are about celebrating getting through difficult days together with family.

It’s a great song to play when you want to cheer on family members who are working hard—whether at work, in sports, or anything else.

The track is structured with Rina Sawayama singing the first half, Elton John taking the second half, and a stunning harmony bringing it all home at the end.