Cheer up! Uplifting Western songs: tracks that make you feel motivated just by listening

The Take Over, The Breaks OverFall Out Boy

Fall Out Boy – The Take Over, The Breaks Over (Official Music Video)

It’s a 2007 release by the American rock band Fall Out Boy.

The rhythm of the guitar sound at the beginning is cool, and Patrick’s vocals are steady yet resonate with great power.

It’s a song that makes you want to cheer on people who are always working hard behind the scenes, away from the spotlight.

DilemmaNelly ft. Kelly Rowland

Nelly – Dilemma (Official Music Video) ft. Kelly Rowland

This is a song released in 2002 by Nelly, a hugely popular rapper known for his distinctive, sing-song style, and Kelly Rowland, a hugely popular singer.

The piano sounds great in this track, and I really love it.

Nelly and Kelly make a wonderful duo.

I Had Some Help feat. Morgan WallenPost Malone

Post Malone – I Had Some Help (feat. Morgan Wallen) (Official Video)

This is a heartwarming duet co-written by American artist Post Malone, who effortlessly moves between the worlds of country pop and hip-hop, and rising country star Morgan Wallen.

Released in May 2024 as the lead single from his sixth album, F-1 Trillion, it reached No.

1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

The song portrays two men who have experienced the breakdown of a relationship and choose not to shoulder the blame alone, but to share it together.

Its message of standing by someone who’s hurting and facing forward together is sure to offer strength when you’re at a crossroads in life or struggling with a relationship with someone important.

Good Luck, Babe!Chappell Roan

Chappell Roan – Good Luck, Babe! (Official Lyric Video)

An empowering anthem from American artist Chappell Roan, powerfully voicing anger and regret toward a love whose very existence was denied.

A warning against the choice to avoid sincere engagement, the song speaks to a lover who is attempting to step into a relationship while keeping their true feelings hidden.

Recorded in April 2024, her album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess has been highly acclaimed as her signature work in the music scene.

On stage, she delivers dazzling performances influenced by 1980s synth-pop, captivating many fans with her celebration of the freedom of self-expression.

Championing the importance of living authentically, this work will be a steadfast ally when you find yourself at a crossroads or want to be honest with your own feelings.

All You Need To Know ft. Calle LehmannGryffin, Slander

Gryffin & Slander – All You Need To Know ft. Calle Lehmann (Official Music Video)

The collaborative song “All You Need To Know” by DJ Gryffin and SLANDER.

As expected, its beautiful melody and powerful beat make it an incredibly captivating track.

Honestly, even just the track itself and Dylan Matthew’s vocals are more than enough to get you hyped, but the lyrics are amazing, too.

It’s a beautiful and passionate piece that cheers us on with overwhelming intensity and reassurance.

ShotgunGeorge Ezra

George Ezra – Shotgun (Official Lyric Video)

George Ezra’s song “Shotgun,” with its catchy lyrics that use the slang “shotgun” to mean the front passenger seat, is captivating.

The lively rhythm is excellent too, creating a sunny mood that makes you want to move your body.

Its use of English rhymes adds even more bounce to the track, making it such a feel-good number you’ll feel like skipping.

Good LifeOneRepublic

OneRepublic – Good Life (Official Music Video)

OneRepublic is a band that has won fans around the world with a sound that blends pop and rock in a superb balance.

If you regularly keep up with overseas rock bands, you’re surely familiar with them.

Their song “Good Life” is especially notable among their works for its optimistic, forward-looking lyrics.

Like the protagonist in the song, we’d all love to live our one and only life to the fullest, without regrets.

It’s a classic that makes you feel brighter just by listening to it.