Cool, popular Western hit songs that are highly regarded

HumanRag’n’Bone Man

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

If you like music that blends coolness with a touch of rugged depth, I recommend Human.

Released in 2016 by Rag’n’Bone Man, this track is rooted in the blues, featuring an exceptionally soulful vocal performance.

It’s the song that propelled his name onto the global stage, reaching number one on charts around the world.

With its very deep, low vocal tone, it’s a must-listen for anyone who enjoys powerful, impactful tracks.

Bad BloodTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – Bad Blood ft. Kendrick Lamar

Taylor Swift is an American singer-songwriter, and this song, a collaboration with rapper Kendrick Lamar, expresses anger and sadness at being betrayed by someone she thought was a friend.

Some have speculated that it was about singer Katy Perry, with whom she was once on very bad terms.

These days, the two seem to be on good terms and appear to have reconciled.

The lavish music video, featuring many of her celebrity friends including Selena Gomez, is also well worth watching.

What Do You Mean?Justin Bieber

Justin Bieber – What Do You Mean?

It’s Justin Bieber’s 2015 smash hit produced by Skrillex.

The song brings back a hint of the younger, early-days Justin Bieber, yet it has a very cool, distinctive vibe.

Hex GirlfriendNeon Indian

Neon Indian – Hex Girlfriend

This is a 2011 track by Neon Indian, a music group that’s mainly active in the United States.

It’s an irresistibly cool song where gritty, hard-hitting machine and electronic sounds ride over laid-back, chillwave-style textures and vocals.

We Don’t Talk AnymoreCharlie Puth

Charlie Puth – We Don’t Talk Anymore (feat. Selena Gomez) [Official Video]

With an urbane, polished, and gentle melody that seems to flow with the regret of a breakup, “We Don’t Talk Anymore” sung by Charlie Puth and Selena Gomez captures the bittersweetness of youth.

If a couple currently in love is facing a crisis of breaking up, try listening to this song together.

It will surely soften your hearts and help you return to the good relationship you once had.

Bad HabitsEd Sheeran

Ed Sheeran – Bad Habits [Official Video]

Ed Sheeran is a British singer-songwriter who enjoys worldwide popularity.

Many people probably associate him with the image of his 2017 release “Shape of You,” don’t they? “Bad Habits” is his new track, released in June 2021.

Inspired by vampires, it features a striking sound that incorporates synth-pop, a trend of 2021.

While synth-pop was mainstream in the 1980s, the song doesn’t feel particularly dated; instead, it comes together with an overall stylish and cool vibe.

Love AgainDua Lipa

Dua Lipa – Love Again (Official Music Video)

Dua Lipa is a UK-born singer-songwriter known for her distinctive husky low voice.

She also works as a model, and young people overseas look to her fashion for inspiration.

Her musical style is highly sophisticated, with house as its foundation.

Her track “Love Again,” released in 2021, marked a shift from her previous house music toward a pop-centered sound.

It’s pop, yet it carries a cool, refined edge—a highly stylish number.

Be sure to check it out.