[2025] Classic and Popular Western Songs to Listen to in January: Recommended Hits
When asked what music you want to listen to in January, many people probably imagine the songs that play around New Year’s at supermarkets, department stores, and on TV shows.
It’s nice to relax with familiar background music, but since January marks a fresh start to the year, why not kick things off by listening to some popular Western hits?
In this article, we’re highlighting not only songs that celebrate the New Year or have a January theme, but also classic Western tracks that will give you a boost as you greet the year with a renewed mindset.
We’ve gathered a wide range of songs, old and new, across different eras to introduce to you!
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[2025] Classic and popular Western songs to listen to in January (61–70)
new year resolutionGraham Colton
This is a song for those who want to make a fresh start with their New Year’s resolution.
Graham Colton’s warm vocals and melodic guitar tones resonate deeply.
Included on the album “Here Right Now,” released in October 2007, the lyrics capture the resolve to move past heartbreak and discover a new self.
Colton’s music has been featured on TV shows such as American Idol and Kyle XY, striking a chord with many listeners.
With a sound that conveys both a farewell to the past and hope for the future, this track gently encourages anyone carrying their New Year’s aspirations.
January RainHunters & Collectors
It’s the song “January Rain” by Hunters & Collectors, an Australian rock band active from the 1980s to the ’90s.
As the title suggests, the song is themed around January rain.
Despite being a band-driven track, it has dynamic nuances, and the guitar effects that evoke the feeling of rain are outstanding.
New Year’s PrayerJeff Buckley
Jeff Buckley was a singer-songwriter who died a tragic death at the young age of 30.
He’s also known for being the son of Tim Buckley, another legendary and celebrated singer-songwriter who likewise passed away young.
Active for only a few years in the 1990s, Jeff left for heaven having released just one live album and one studio album during his lifetime.
Yet with his angelic voice and superb guitar skills, he continues to be revered and loved across generations as a legendary figure.
The song featured here is one track from Sketches for My Sweetheart the Drunk, a collection of previously unreleased songs issued after Jeff’s death.
Ringing in the New Year with Jeff’s searingly emotional vocals and lyrics feels like it could be an intense experience…
Happy New YearKid Rock
If there’s a song that perfectly fits the energetic, forward-looking spirit of the New Year, it’s this one! Featured on the album Rebel Soul released in November 2012, it showcases Kid Rock’s signature blend of country, rock, and hip-hop.
While singing about New Year’s resolutions and hope, he doesn’t forget to add a dash of humor—very much Kid Rock’s style.
Its festive vibe is perfect for events from New Year’s Eve into New Year’s Day, amping up the party atmosphere.
It’s a track that gives you the courage to face forward and step into the year ahead.
A lively song you’ll want to listen to while setting your New Year’s resolutions.
Happy New YearLightnin’ Hopkins
This song expresses the mood of celebrating the New Year through deep blues.
The exquisite blend of guitar and vocals seeps into the listener’s heart.
It was recorded in New York in July 1953 and later included on an album.
Lightnin’ Hopkins’s distinctive fingerstyle technique and free phrasing further enhance the piece’s appeal.
The lyrics, where the excitement of welcoming a new year intersects with the loneliness of spending it alone, will resonate with many.
It’s a perfect track for those who want to relax and enjoy music at the start of a new year.
Recommended not only for blues fans, but also for anyone looking to make a fresh start in the New Year.
Good As HellLizzo
Lizzo is a world-famous rapper.
She has released many songs that make you feel positive, and one I especially recommend for the start of a new year is “Good as Hell.” The song portrays a woman picking herself up after a breakup.
It carries the message that life becomes richer when you love yourself rather than worrying about what others think.
With its poppy melody, it’s easy to enjoy even if you don’t usually listen to hip-hop.
JanuaryLouden Swain
Rodeo elegans? (Wait) The indie rock band Louden Swain, active mainly in Los Angeles.
They may not be widely known, but since their debut in 1997 they’ve been steadily growing in popularity.
Their song themed around January is “January.” It delivers a classic, quintessential indie rock sound.
They’re still active today, so if you’re looking for lesser-known rock bands, be sure to check them out.