Cool, popular Western hit songs that are highly regarded

Girl Like YouJason Aldean

Jason Aldean – Girl Like You (Official Audio)

This is a song released by country singer Jason Aldean in 2018.

With guitar phrases that capture the essence of country, the track really grabs your ear, and the chorus is incredibly cool.

The drum parts give it an electronic music flavor, resulting in a more modern sound.

Lately, more and more country music has been incorporating these kinds of electronic elements.

ThundercloudsLSD（Sia, Diplo, Labrinth）

LSD – Thunderclouds (Official Video) ft. Sia, Diplo, Labrinth

Anyway, the rhythm is insanely cool! I think the vocal ability of artists who can pull off songs like this so stylishly is truly amazing.

The vibe of the music video is top-notch too, and it just keeps drawing you in.

If you’re looking for a deeper, more refined kind of cool—not something flashy or superficial—definitely give it a try.

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.

While I’m AliveSTRFKR

STRFKR – While I’m Alive [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

A popular track from the Polish indie pop band STRFKR, it’s a lively dance tune with a slightly nostalgic vibe that evokes MGMT.

Hugely popular across the U.

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, they’re in high demand for festivals and live shows, and their Japan tour tickets sell out instantly.

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.

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.

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.