[Grabs Your Heart] A Compilation of Western Songs with Cool Intros [2025]

Smoke on the WaterDeep Purple

Deep Purple – Smoke On the Water (Official Music Video)

This timeless masterpiece, included on Deep Purple’s 1972 landmark album Machine Head, stands as one of the band’s signature songs and a piece etched into music history.

As one of the pioneering bands of hard rock, Deep Purple created an intro guitar riff that countless guitar kids around the world—past and present—have tried to play at least once.

Crafted by guitarist Ritchie Blackmore, a creator of many iconic phrases, this riff shines with his distinctive sensibility and will continue to be hailed as one of the most famous riffs in rock history for generations to come.

Galway GirlEd Sheeran

Ed Sheeran – Galway Girl [Official Music Video]

It’s no exaggeration to say that since the 2010s, Ed Sheeran has been one of the best-selling singer-songwriters in the world, and this is the single he released in 2017 that became a massive hit.

The song tells a love story about a woman he met in Ireland, and the Irish-flavored arrangement featuring fiddles shows impeccable taste.

Of course, it’s precisely because of Ed’s signature, high-quality melodies that the classic move of starting the chorus in the intro over acoustic guitar backing doesn’t come off as cheap.

LuckyErika de Casier

Erika de Casier – Lucky

Erika de Casier is a Portugal-born, Denmark-based singer-songwriter and producer.

Known for contributing songs to NewJeans’s mini-album “Get Up,” she released her latest work “Still” in 2024.

Its lead single, “Lucky,” is striking for its dreamy intro, where breakbeats unfold over sparkling piano, a sharp turn from the prelude.

The lyrics carefully capture the fluttering feeling of time flying by with a lover and the pure emotion of everyday scenes shimmering thanks to their presence.

Her beautiful yet subtly mysterious musicality is sure to appeal to fans of NewJeans as well.

It’s perfect for a night drive—be sure to give it a listen!

I’m Not A VampireFalling In Reverse

Falling In Reverse – “I’m Not A Vampire (Revamped)”

Formed in Las Vegas, Falling in Reverse is a rock band whose sound is rooted in post-hardcore and pop punk, though lately they’ve been venturing into emo and gothic works as well.

As the title suggests, “I’m Not A Vampire” puts a fully gothic sound front and center.

The intro is a simple piano, yet it’s crafted into a heavy, classically inspired sound.

If you’re into gothic metal, be sure to check it out.

HumanRag’n’Bone Man

Rag’n’Bone Man – Human (Official Video)

Rag’n’Bone Man is a UK artist known for being a rapper with exceptionally strong singing chops.

His voice is very deep and rich, carrying a clear essence of soul music.

His track Human showcases that vocal power; released in 2016, it won multiple music awards.

The intro starts quietly, setting a very cool, subdued mood.

Be sure to check it out.

JuiceLizzo

Lizzo – Juice (Official Video)

This is a hit song released in 2019 by Lizzo, who enjoys popularity as a modern pop icon thanks to her stunning vocal prowess, solid songwriting sense, and overwhelming, charismatic presence.

The moment you hear the intro—complete with the crackle of a needle dropping on a record and a reverb-drenched guitar phrase that evokes nostalgic, ’80s-style pop—you’ll be convinced it’s absolutely a great song.

And indeed, it’s a supremely pop masterpiece!

TeardropsBring Me The Horizon

Bring Me The Horizon – Teardrops (Official Video)

Bring Me the Horizon is a rock band formed in 2004.

They’re known for their remarkably wide musical range, excelling in genres like alternative rock, post-hardcore, metalcore, and deathcore.

In recent years, they’ve crafted a distinctive sound by further incorporating electronic elements.

Among their works, Teardrops stands out for its cool intro.

Highly recommended for fans of heavy sounds.