Cool, popular Western hit songs that are highly regarded

Bring Me To LifeEvanescence

Evanescence – Bring Me To Life (Official HD Music Video)

This is a massive hit by Evanescence, a heavy mix-genre rock band that started gaining traction in the 2000s.

The female vocalist’s voice is striking—crystal-clear yet commanding.

The section where the male chorus-style rap comes in is also really cool.

The rhythm pounds away, relentlessly heavy.

You SayLauren Daigle

Lauren Daigle – You Say (Official Music Video)

You Say,” released in July 2018 by American singer-songwriter Lauren Daigle.

She is a songstress who achieved a major hit, debuting at No.

3 on the U.

S.

charts.

Speaking about “You Say,” she said, “It became the support of my heart, my place of refuge, and gave me truth.” Please enjoy this powerful ballad that conveys her deep conviction.

Uptown FunkMark Ronson

Mark Ronson – Uptown Funk (Official Video) ft. Bruno Mars

Here’s the ultimate funk number by Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars.

When it comes to funk, there’s definitely that physically cool vibe guys bring to it.

In Japan, you can hear it in lots of places like commercials, so you’ve probably heard it at least once.

Why not let yourself get carried away by this groovy beat?

Bye Bye Bye*NSYNC

*NSYNC – Bye Bye Bye (Official Video)

The song “Bye Bye Bye,” used as the opening for the film Deadpool & Wolverine, is, as everyone knows, a classic hit by *NSYNC.

Perhaps because it was used almost in full within the movie, the association of Deadpool = Bye Bye Bye has really stuck.

Surprisingly, the song sits in a relatively low vocal range and doesn’t require the kind of intricate, R&B-style melodic runs.

As long as you keep the groove in mind, you should be able to sing it without any issues—so consider adding it to your repertoire.

NumbLinkin Park

Numb (Official Music Video) [4K UPGRADE] – Linkin Park

As we entered the 2000s, rock evolved at a rapid pace, and LINKIN PARK was one of the bands at the forefront of that movement.

Sadly, their vocalist passed away in 2017, but I believe the band’s impact on the rock world is immeasurable.

“Numb” is dark yet melodic, incredibly powerful, and became a massive hit.

ElegguaDaymé Arocena

Eleggua – Daymé Arocena – Cubafonía (Official Video)

When it comes to the most dynamic artist in Cuba right now, it’s undoubtedly Daymé Arocena.

Her greatest appeal, I believe, lies in her exceptional songwriting.

Her taste level is simply off the charts.

She has a distinctive sound that fuses Cuban Afro with neo-soul, acid jazz, and bolero.

Her track “Eleggua” is a cool piece that offers a glimpse into that musical sensibility.

I’m sure music aficionados will love it!

Space CowboyJamiroquai

Jamiroquai – Space Cowboy (Official Video)

When people say “cool music,” I think it’s fair to say Jamiroquai’s musicality had a major impact on the music scene that followed.

Their sound, which puts a strong emphasis on a jazzy vibe, grabbed the hearts of young listeners in search of something cool.

These early hits of theirs still don’t feel dated even now—that’s impressive.

When you need cool music, you can always count on them.