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

If you’re a fan of Western music, you’ve probably felt the urge to play certain songs at celebrations like weddings or birthday parties.

That said, some of you may be wondering what a song is actually about and whether it’s really suitable for the occasion.

In this article, we introduce recommended Western songs for celebratory moments—from the latest hits to timeless classics—along with reviews that touch on the meaning of their lyrics.

We’ve also included masterpieces you’ll want to listen to when you want to celebrate your own achievements or need a little push forward.

Take this opportunity to enjoy them!

[2025 Edition] Recommended Western songs for celebrations: timeless hits that convey your feelings (51–60)

There Must Be An Angel (Playing With My Heart)Eurythmics

Eurythmics, Annie Lennox, Dave Stewart – There Must Be An Angel (Playing With My Heart) (Remastered)
There Must Be An Angel (Playing With My Heart)Eurythmics

A song that sings of pure joy overflowing with love.

It is the only song by Eurythmics to reach No.

1 on the UK charts, and it also topped the charts in Norway.

In 2001, it was covered by Germany’s No Angels and reached No.

1 on the charts in Germany, Austria, Luxembourg, and Brazil.

ReachGloria Estefan

A song about making your dreams come true.

It was the theme song for the 1996 Olympics.

The Spanish version, “Puedes Llegar,” has been recorded by many artists, including Julio Iglesias, Plácido Domingo, and Ricky Martin.

I Will SurviveGloria Gaynor

Gloria Gaynor — I Will Survive [[ Official Video ]] HD
I Will SurviveGloria Gaynor

An empowerment anthem for people who have overcome difficult circumstances.

It was written by former Motown producers Freddie Perren and Dino Fekaris.

It won a Grammy Award in 1979.

In the 1998 FIFA World Cup, it was used as the anthem for the French national team.

I’m Too SexyRight Said Fred

Right Said Fred – I’m Too Sexy (Original Mix – 2006 Version)
I'm Too SexyRight Said Fred

A hit song by Right Said Fred that reached No.

1 on the charts in 28 countries.

Its guitar riff was inspired by Jimi Hendrix’s 1967 track “Third Stone from the Sun.” In 2012, the song was used in a Pop-Tarts commercial.

[2025 Edition] Recommended Western Songs for Celebrations: Timeless Tracks That Convey Your Feelings (61–70)

Beautiful DayU2

U2 – Beautiful Day (Official Music Video)
Beautiful DayU2

A song about a person who, even after losing everything, still finds joy in what they have.

It won two categories at the 2000 Grammy Awards.

The track was frequently used by Barack Obama’s campaign during the 2008 U.

S.

presidential election.

It’s also known as a favorite of R.

E.

M.

’s Michael Stipe.

I’m Still StandingElton John

A song about the universal theme of finding confidence after a painful breakup.

It was written by Bernie Taupin.

The music video, directed by Russell Mulcahy, features Bruno Tonioli—known as a judge on Dancing with the Stars—as one of the dancers.

StrongerBritney Spears

Britney Spears – Stronger (Official HD Video)
StrongerBritney Spears

An empowerment anthem song that portrays a woman growing stronger through the challenges of love.

It was written by Swedish producers Max Martin and Rami Yacoub.

The music video was directed by Joseph Kahn.