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

BurnDeep Purple

Burn (2002 Remaster)

Deep Purple, a great hard rock band on par with Led Zeppelin, is hugely popular in Japan as well.

Their song Burn is famous in both Japan and the United States, and in Japan in particular it’s known as one of their signature works.

In other countries, the track was a B-side, so it doesn’t seem to have quite the same level of recognition.

The charm of Burn’s intro lies above all in its distorted guitar sound—impactful, with a cool, unforgettable melody that sticks with you once you hear it.

LaylaEric Clapton

Eric Clapton – Layla

Among the many legendary performances left by Eric Clapton—world-renowned singer-songwriter and one of the “Three Kings of Rock Guitar” alongside Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page—this is one of his most famous phrases.

The brilliance of the song, known in Japan as “Itoshi no Layla,” needs no explanation, and its wistful, bluesy lick is something almost everyone has heard at least once.

By the way, this track isn’t from Clapton’s solo work; it’s from his time with Derek and the Dominos.

Welcome To The JungleGuns N’ Roses

Guns N’ Roses – Welcome To The Jungle

A legendary band that needs no introduction, Guns N’ Roses opened their 1987 monster album Appetite for Destruction with this all-time classic.

The melody that kicks off with Axl Rose’s “sha-na-na-na” is incredibly famous, but the delay-drenched guitar riff Slash plays in the intro is a performance for the rock history books.

It’s not just aggressive—the bluesy flavor running through it is quintessential Slash.

Call Me When You’re SoberEvanescence

Evanescence – Call Me When You’re Sober

Evanescence is an American rock band with a commanding musical presence and deep emotion.

The lead single from their second album, The Open Door, is striking for its contrast between edgy guitar riffs and a wistful, melancholic piano.

The album itself achieved global success, earning platinum certifications in the United States, Europe, Australia, and more.

It’s an empowering track defined by its dynamic sound and Amy Lee’s powerful vocals.

Eat The RichAerosmith

Aerosmith – Eat The Rich (Official Music Video)

Aerosmith is a five-piece rock band from the United States that has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

The track included on their 1993 album Get a Grip satirizes social inequality and the excessive lifestyles of the wealthy.

Its intro guitar riff leaves an unforgettable impact once you’ve heard it.

The song was also used in a commercial for the Honda Integra.

It’s an immortal rock tune that countless guitar kids at the time of its release surely tried to copy.

We Are Never Ever Getting Back TogetherTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together

A song by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift.

Released in August 2012 as the lead single from her fourth album, Red, the track is also well known in Japan for being used as the theme song for the TV show Terrace House.

The memorable acoustic guitar intro feels so pleasant, doesn’t it? The song also drew attention for being nominated for Record of the Year at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards.

It’s a catchy number that expresses the feelings of ending a romantic relationship.

Shadow Of The MoonBlackmore’s Night

Blackmore’s Night – Shadow Of The Moon (Official Video)

It’s a number with a captivating, fantastical atmosphere.

It’s included on Blackmore’s Night’s debut album, Shadow of the Moon, released in June 1997.

Centered on Ritchie Blackmore’s acoustic guitar and Candice Night’s clear vocals, it features a distinctive sound that incorporates elements of Renaissance music.

This piece is regarded as a song that symbolizes Blackmore’s shift away from heavy metal and has won support from a wide range of fans.

It’s a soothing track you’ll want to listen to alone on a quiet night.