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[2025] A Collection of Classic Western Songs with Cool Guitar Solos

music writerKOH-1
Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!
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!

Suddenly, but do you like guitar solos?

In recent years, debates like “We don’t need guitar solos anymore” regularly flare up online.

But in reality, guitar solos continue to evolve even now in the 2020s, and plenty of awesome solos are still being created.

Not just in rock—since the 1950s, in blues, jazz, soul, and many other genres—there are countless cases where a standout guitar solo has essentially defined a song’s appeal.

In this article, we’ve compiled classic Western tracks with “cool guitar solos” as the theme, regardless of era or genre.

We also introduce the players in detail, so guitarists should definitely check it out!

[2025] A roundup of classic Western songs with cool guitar solos (61–70)

That LadyThe Isley Brothers

The Isley Brothers – That Lady, Pts. 1 & 2 (Official Audio)

That LadyThe Isley Brothers

Formed in 1954, the Isley Brothers are a music group that, despite lineup changes and many twists and turns, continue to be highly active today.

Their song “That Lady,” included on the 1973 album 3 + 3 and also known as “Who’s That Lady,” is a classic of soul music.

Its powerful, bluesy phrases and sound design that makes full use of effects pedals are likely still startling to modern guitarists.

It’s an emotional number with an extended guitar solo that keeps you riveted.

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In conclusion

I introduced songs featuring cool guitar solos by guitar heroes who have left their mark on the global rock scene.

If you like Western rock music, I’m sure they were all classic standards you’ve heard before.

However, there are still many great songs I couldn’t cover this time, so if you’re interested, please check out the others as well.