[2025 Edition] Upbeat Western Music! Latest Hits and Popular Songs

Say Ya GraceChief Keef & Lil Yachty

Chief Keef & Lil Yachty – Say Ya Grace (Official Music Video)

A collaborative track by American rappers Chief Keef and Lil Yachty is generating buzz.

Released in January 2024, the song appears on Lyrical Lemonade’s compilation album All Is Yellow.

Produced by Chief Keef himself, it features the two rappers trading lines with impeccable chemistry over a polished sound.

The music video includes star-studded guest appearances from Denzel Curry, Big Sean, and more.

The track expresses both confidence in their success and gratitude, showcasing a new side of the two artists and packing in their appeal.

Dirty NachosChief Keef & Mike Will Made-It

Chief Keef & Mike WiLL Made-It – Dirty Nachos (Official Music Video)

Chief Keef from the United States and Mike WiLL Made-It released a new track in March 2024.

The song blends a unique energy with raw passion, strongly reflecting elements of gangsta rap and trap.

It portrays unshakable confidence, a fearless attitude toward risk, and a celebration of a lavish lifestyle.

The music video also drew attention for its fashion and cameo appearances.

The release heightens anticipation for Chief Keef’s next project.

It’s a great pick for a night drive or when you want to relax.

I Might Not Get Through All of ThisKoyo

Koyo “I Might Not Get Through All of This” (Official Music Video)

The song released in October 2024 by Koyo, a band drawing attention for a sound rooted in emo and hardcore punk, resonates deeply with listeners.

The lyrics strikingly portray emotional conflict and the struggles within relationships, conveying a message of wanting to support others even when facing pressure and pain.

This track is one of three included on the EP “Mile A Minute,” scheduled for release in November 2024.

It showcases the band’s growth, and vocalist Joey Chiaramonte has praised it as “a song that stays with you.” A UK tour is also planned for 2025, so they’re likely to draw attention live as well.

The First TestSPEED

SPEED – THE FIRST TEST (OFFICIAL MOVIE)

The Sydney, Australia hardcore band Speed released a track in May 2024 that stands out for its powerful power chords and mid-tempo groove.

The lyrics, reflecting the experiences of Asian Australians, capture the perspective of people isolated within society and convey a resolve to forge one’s own path.

Unconventional touches—like a flute solo—are also woven in.

Serving as the lead single from the album “Only One Mode,” the song boasts a hefty sound influenced by contemporary New York hardcore.

It’s a must-hear not only for hardcore fans but also for listeners who resonate with strong social messages.

Fugue (Bin Song)Squid

Squid – Fugue (Bin Song) (Official Audio)

Here comes a new track from Squid that’s stirring up fresh winds in the UK post-punk scene.

Its energetic rhythms and string arrangements weave a distinctive sound world that’s truly captivating.

Released in January 2024, this gem emerged during the recording sessions for their second album, O Monolith.

Blending elements of post-punk and noise pop, the song stands out with lyrics inspired by urban landscapes.

Set to be showcased on their North American tour, it deftly fuses social critique with self-exploration.

A must-listen for fans of rebellious, boundary-pushing music.

I Love UThe Chainsmokers

The Chainsmokers – I Love U (Official Video)

The American music duo The Chainsmokers.

Many of you might know them, since they performed at the Japanese rock festival Summer Sonic in 2016.

Have you listened to their 2022 album So Far So Good yet? If you have, chances are you were shocked by one of the tracks, I Love U.

The reason is that it samples Japanese—specifically, anime-style—cheer shouts.

By the way, those shouts are said to be from a character in the game Granblue Fantasy.

It’s an energizing song, so be sure to give it a listen.

Thousand MilesThe Kid LAROI

The Kid LAROI – THOUSAND MILES (Official Video)

Australian singer-songwriter The Kid LAROI is often called a prodigy, having become the youngest artist ever to top Australia’s music charts.

His song “Thousand Miles” is a bittersweet love ballad that portrays a man who knows the relationship will never work out but can’t bring himself to initiate the breakup.

Contrary to its melancholy theme, the music video has a comedic, cartoon-like style, with LAROI repeatedly bungling things in all kinds of situations, which is sure to make you chuckle.