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[2025] A Collection of Perfect Western Songs for a Drive

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

Whether you’re alone or with friends or a partner, the in-car music you play on a drive is key to setting the mood.

If you’re a music-loving driver, you probably have lots of favorite playlists.

Still, some of you might find yourselves picking similar songs over and over and starting to get a little bored.

In this article, we’ve rounded up recommended Western music that will brighten up your driving life.

The first half features recent hits and popular tracks, while the latter half showcases timeless classics from any era—so enjoy!

[2025] A Collection of Western Songs Perfect for a Drive (61–70)

Take It EasyThe Eagles

Take It Easy (2018 Remaster)

Take It EasyThe Eagles

“Take It Easy,” released in 1972 as the debut single by the Eagles, who were active on the U.

S.

West Coast.

It’s one of their signature songs—chances are you’ve heard it at least once.

The repeated phrase “take it easy” gives you a warm, relaxing feeling.

I’d love to enjoy a leisurely drive with this song playing.

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Ramblin’ ManAllman Brothers Band

Ramblin’ Man

Ramblin' ManAllman Brothers Band

“Ramblin’ Man,” released in 1973 by the Allman Brothers Band, explores the world of Southern American music genres.

It became one of their signature songs.

The laid-back atmosphere of country music lifts your spirits, doesn’t it? It makes you want to go for a drive out in nature with this song playing.

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Come Down With LoveAllstar Weekend

Allstar Weekend – Come Down With Love

Come Down With LoveAllstar Weekend

Allstar Weekend is a California-based pop rock band, and this song is included on the soundtrack of the TV show Sonny with a Chance.

Singing “I’ve come down with a case of love,” this track is a refreshing tune with a cool band sound that’s perfect for a drive.

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Keep The Car RunningArcade Fire

Arcade Fire – Keep The Car Running w lyrics

Keep The Car RunningArcade Fire

Arcade Fire is a Canadian indie rock band active since 2001.

This track was released in 2007 and was selected by Rolling Stone for “The 100 Best Songs of 2007.” It has been covered by artists such as Foo Fighters.

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Season of young leavesBee Gees

*** Melody Fair – The Bee Gees – Lyrics

First of May (Bee Gees)

An early masterpiece by the Bee Gees, known for the film Saturday Night Fever.

Although they’re strongly associated with disco songs, many of their early works were melodious pieces rooted in soft rock.

The Bee Gees were composed of three real-life brothers.

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My LifeBilly Joel

Billy Joel – My Life

My Life Billy Joel

This is a hit song by singer-songwriter Billy Joel, who was active from the 1970s through the ’90s.

He has released many stylish hits with the sophisticated atmosphere of New York as a main theme.

This song reached No.

3 on the U.

S.

charts.

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All RiseBlue

Blue – All Rise

All RiseBlue

This is their debut single, released in the UK in 2001.

With their cool looks and beautiful harmonies, they quickly gained popularity as a hit R&B group, but disbanded in 2005 to much regret.

However, they made a highly anticipated reunion in 2009, which once again drew considerable attention.

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