Cool, popular Western hit songs that are highly regarded

Lose YourselfEminem

Eminem – Lose Yourself [HD]

Set in Detroit, the film 8 Mile portrays part of rapper Eminem’s life.

The song used in the movie is Lose Yourself.

The flow and the track are, in a word, just insanely cool.

Beyond the flow and the beat, pay attention to the rhymes.

In fact, this song is modeled on the fairy tale The Pied Piper of Hamelin.

It’s hip-hop, yet it deliberately takes a fairy tale as its motif.

That stylish rhyming is exactly what makes Eminem so compelling.

MapsMaroon 5

Maroon 5 – Maps

This song is by the American pop rock band Maroon 5, and it expresses the feelings of a man searching for love, saying he’s following a map that leads to you.

It’s a pop rock track with a catchy chorus, and the spotlight is on Adam’s impressive vocals as he masterfully delivers the high notes.

Je VeuxZAZ

Zaz – Je veux

The French sung by Isabelle Geffroy transcends language, and the song that moves me to the core like an instrument with a beautiful timbre not of this world is “Je veux.” Rich in identity, its retro, nostalgic, and evocative melody blends perfectly with her husky voice and the ensemble of instruments, creating a harmony so exquisite you can’t help but be captivated.

VOLAREGipsy Kings

GIPSY KINGS “VOLARE ” | Penelope Cruz

Gipsy Kings’ “VOLARE” is cool music where the pleasant rhythm and vocals played on guitar feel like a gentle summer breeze smiling as it blows refreshingly across the earth.

The fragrant scent of the earth’s green drifts in, and your heart takes a deep breath and fills with happiness.

SecretsOneRepublic

OneRepublic – Secrets (Official Music Video)

This song is by the American pop rock band OneRepublic, and it has been used in various films, TV dramas, and commercials, including the movie The Sorcerer’s Apprentice.

With lyrics that promise, “I’ll tell you all my secrets,” the track is memorable for its dramatic arrangement and emotionally powerful vocals.

Angel With A ShotgunThe Cab

The Cab – Angel With A Shotgun [Audio]

The Cab is an American rock band, and this song expresses the desire to protect a cherished woman, set to an exhilarating, fast-paced sound.

With lyrics that straightforwardly declare, “I want to protect you,” many men will likely relate, and women will surely feel their hearts skip a beat as well.

Virtual InsanityJamiroquai

Jamiroquai – Virtual Insanity (Official Video)

I think many people know “Virtual Insanity.” In Japan, it became instantly famous after being used in a cup ramen commercial.

The song falls under the acid jazz genre, and if you like Tokyo Jihen or EGO-WRAPPIN’, it’ll be right up your alley.

Although it’s a track from the 1990s, it still sounds fresh today, with a cool melody that doesn’t feel dated at all.

By the way, the music video is also highly acclaimed and even won MTV’s Video of the Year award.