Western songs you’ll want to listen to leisurely on your days off. World classics and popular hits.

2002Anne-Marie

Anne-Marie – 2002 [Official Video]

This work by British singer-songwriter Anne-Marie shines with a glow that invites listeners back to the sweet-and-sour days of youth.

Vividly portraying the flutter of her first love around 2002, when she was 11, along with nostalgia for the pop culture of that time, it evokes the same excitement as opening a treasure chest.

Released in April 2018 as a track from the album Speak Your Mind, the song lists Ed Sheeran and others among its creators.

It became a global hit, earning 8× Platinum certification in Australia, among other accolades.

It’s the perfect song for those who feel nostalgic for the music scene of that era or who simply want to bask in heartwarming reminiscence.

You’ve Got a FriendCarole King

Carole King – You’ve Got a Friend (Official Audio)

Carole King, the American singer-songwriter known for her gently comforting voice, has crafted a gem of a song that feels like a warm letter from an old friend.

When you’re facing loneliness or anxiety, its tender message—“You’re not alone”—soaks into the heart, carried by the soft tones of piano and acoustic guitar.

Singing of the universal theme of friendship, it slowly warms the listener’s spirit.

The track appears on the classic album Tapestry, released in February 1971.

James Taylor’s cover reached No.

1 in the U.

S.

, and at the Grammy Awards in March 1972, King won Song of the Year.

It’s the kind of song that can make you feel warmer on a weary night or when you’re thinking of a dear friend.

Free Fallin’John Mayer

John Mayer – Free Fallin’ (Live at the Nokia Theatre)

This song resonates like a beautiful acoustic guitar arpeggio gently touching the strings of the heart.

American singer-songwriter John Mayer breathes new life into a classic by Tom Petty.

He masterfully captures the original’s bittersweet longing for freedom through Mayer’s signature bluesy, delicate guitar work and emotive vocals.

Included on the live album “Where the Light Is: John Mayer Live in Los Angeles,” released in July 2008, this live recording became a hit, reaching No.

14 in Canada.

Its liberating melody pairs perfectly with a sunset drive or a quiet, solitary night.

Highly recommended for anyone seeking solace in beautiful guitar tones.

Stay (I Missed You)Lisa Loeb

Lisa Loeb “Stay (I Missed You)” Music Video

One of the signature works by American singer-songwriter Lisa Loeb, opening with delicate guitar arpeggios.

The song grips you with a structure in which the vocals steadily grow in power, as if emotions are welling up.

Its lyrics, which earnestly portray lingering feelings and regret toward a former partner, delve deep into the self while carrying a universal resonance that many can relate to.

The track drew attention as the ending song for the 1994 film “Reality Bites” and was included on the soundtrack.

Remarkably, as an artist without a record deal at the time, Loeb achieved the feat of holding the No.

1 spot on the U.

S.

singles chart for three consecutive weeks in August 1994.

Why not give it a listen on a night when you want to soak in a beautiful melody or when you’re feeling a little wistful?

Snow [Hey Oh]Red Hot Chili Peppers

Red Hot Chili Peppers – Snow [Hey Oh] [Video]

This song brings a pristine clarity, like snow, with a guitar riff that evokes arpeggios and washes the heart clean.

Created by one of America’s quintessential rock bands, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, it sings of the resolve to rise from failure and begin a new life.

John Frusciante’s intricate guitar intertwines exquisitely with Flea’s dynamic bass lines, painting a graceful sonic landscape.

Released as a single in November 2006, this classic appears on the album Stadium Arcadium, which debuted at No.

1 on the U.

S.

charts and won five awards at the 49th Grammy Awards.

Also known as the official theme song for the pro-wrestling event WrestleMania XXIV, it carries a warmth that gently nudges you forward whenever you’re ready to take a new step.

BlackbirdThe Beatles

Blackbird (Remastered 2009)

This work features the delicate arpeggios of Paul McCartney’s acoustic guitar, resonating deeply in the heart.

Set against the backdrop of the civil rights movement, it carries a message of hope and encouragement directed toward Black women facing hardship.

There’s an anecdote that it was inspired by birdsong, and it’s characterized by a beautiful, irregular-meter melody influenced by Bach’s Bourrée.

Included on the November 1968 album The Beatles, it was later featured on live releases such as Wings Over America.

It has also been used in the film I Am Sam and the TV series Glee, making it beloved across generations.

It’s the perfect song for quiet nights when you want to be enveloped by beautiful guitar tones or gently encouraged.

Stay With MeSam Smith

Sam Smith – Stay With Me (Official Music Video)

This is a track by Sam Smith known for his crystal-clear vocals.

It expresses a straightforward feeling: you are everything to me, I just want you by my side.

His sweet high notes seep into a weary heart.

It’s a guaranteed pick that will put you in weekend mode with just one song.