Western songs with cool bass lines: classic and popular tracks recommended for bassists
Among the roles in a band, the bass is the unsung hero that supports a song and gives it conviction.
It plays a crucial part across a wide range of music, from rock to dance music.
Not only in the latest hits and trending tracks—there are also timeless classics that feature incredibly cool bass!
So we’ve selected some must-hear Western classics for low-end lovers, spanning genres and eras.
Enjoy not just the flashy bass solos, but also the jaw-dropping techniques subtly showcased behind the vocals and the many uniquely characterful basslines.
- [Grabs Your Heart] A Compilation of Western Songs with Cool Intros [2025]
- Classic drum and bass tracks. Recommended popular songs.
- Stylish Western music: Chic hidden gems that only the in-the-know recognize make an appearance!
- Iconic dark and cool Western songs — with some lesser-known gems too!
- Hidden gems of Western music. Lesser-known songs.
- [Western Music] Classic Jazz Fusion Masterpieces: Must-Listen Recommended Albums [2025]
- Cool, popular Western hit songs that are highly regarded
- Recommended Western music bands for men in their 60s
- Classic songs by foreign (non-Japanese) all-female bands. Recommended popular tracks.
- Foreign music BGM to listen to at night: recommended classics and popular songs
- [2025] Western Music You’ve Heard at Least Once — From Trending New Tracks to Timeless Classics
- [Western Music] A Compilation of the Coolest, Most Rocking Guitar Riffs [2025]
- Recommended Western funk bands. Popular overseas bands.
Songs with cool basslines in Western music: must-listen classics and popular tracks for bassists (71–80)
CheetahJackson Wang
This song by Jackson, a member of the Korean boy group GOT7, is themed around a cheetah.
That’s why the fusion of ethnic beats with a driving 16-beat groove is so captivating.
In 16-beat tracks, the crisp, percussive guitar cutting pairs with a bass line that intricately marks the rhythm—both stylish and satisfying.
Layered on top is Jackson Wang’s delicate vocal, adding color to the sound.
The music video’s choreography is also a highlight, so be sure to enjoy every aspect of this track.
LatencyBlu DeTiger
Blue DeTiger, a bassist and singer-songwriter from New York, released her long-awaited debut album “All I Ever Want Is Everything” in March 2024.
Among its tracks is a standout song marked by pulsing rhythms and irresistibly catchy phrases.
She vividly captures the emotional sway between freedom and reality with her signature sensibility.
The groovy, danceable bassline creates a gripping, addictive quality that won’t let listeners go.
It’s a track packed with the charm of an artist who has garnered over one million followers on TikTok and nearly one million monthly listeners on Spotify.
A must-listen for fans of dance music.
ConfettiCharlotte Cardin
Here is a song by Charlotte Cardin, a Canadian pop/electro/jazz singer-songwriter.
In this track, the opening section is particularly striking, where her airy vocals intertwine with a bassline that expresses both harmonic color and rhythmic feel.
It’s the kind of part that can become addictive.
While the bass usually supports a track from the bottom, in this song it holds such a crucial place that the piece wouldn’t work without it.
Be sure to listen for it.
Henny & GingeraleMayer Hawthorne
Mayer Hawthorne is a singer-songwriter based in Los Angeles.
He’s also active as a music producer and multi-instrumentalist, earning high praise from hardcore music aficionados.
He often draws on older musical genres, and all of his works carry a nostalgic vibe.
That signature quality comes through in Henny & Gingerale as well, with melodies that evoke late-1970s funk and neo-soul.
The bassline really hits, too, so be sure to give it a listen.
DoomsdayJuice WRLD & Cordae
A track featuring an impressive bassline that colors an uplifting hip-hop sound.
The late Juice WRLD and Cordae released it in June 2023.
Produced in partnership with Lyrical Lemonade, the song uses the beat from Dr.
Dre’s “Role Model.” The two rappers deliver captivating verses that blend their individual styles, drawing listeners in with deeply meaningful lyrics and a memorable hook.
In the music video, deepfake technology is used to show the two transforming into each other, resulting in a piece that’s sure to delight hip-hop fans.
TrespassingAdam Lambert
By now, Adam Lambert seems to have become best known as the vocalist for Queen.
Originally a stage actor who also thrived in musical theater, Lambert appeared on the hit audition show American Idol, where his overwhelming vocal prowess earned wide acclaim and opened the door to his debut.
His subsequent success hardly needs explaining at this point, but today let’s highlight one of Lambert’s solo tracks, Trespassing.
Featured on his second album of the same name, the song is a disco-tinged pop number co-written with hit producer Pharrell Williams.
Its melody and funky bass line evoke Queen’s Another One Bites the Dust, with a playful flair.
OshúnDayme Arocena
Daymé Arocena is one of Cuba’s leading artists.
Her distinctive musical style blends her African roots with genres like jazz, soul, bolero, and salsa.
It’s no exaggeration to call her one of the most exciting and accomplished young singers today.
Her song “Oshún” strongly reflects jazz influences.
With a simple arrangement of just bass and keyboards, the bass line really stands out.
If you enjoy intricate melodies, be sure to check it out!