[2025] Classic Western songs to celebrate the New Year: Popular tracks to kick off the year
When it comes to New Year’s in Japan, we can’t help but think of traditional Japanese music for the background, right?
For all the Western music lovers out there, even for New Year’s celebration BGM, we’d love for you to choose classic hits from the West.
With that in mind, this time we’re bringing you an article focused on Western songs that celebrate the New Year!
There are plenty of playlists like “Western songs to listen to at Christmas,” but a list of Western tracks for ringing in the New Year is actually pretty rare, isn’t it?
Of course, we’ve included famous songs that straightforwardly celebrate the New Year, as well as positive tracks perfect for kicking off a fresh year and some curveball selections too—so it’s a lineup recommended even for deep-cut Western music fans.
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[2025] Classic Western songs to celebrate the New Year: Popular tracks to kick off the year (41–50)
New Year’s PrayerJeff Buckley
Jeff Buckley was an American singer-songwriter and guitarist who was active from 1990.
He is also known for his wide tenor vocal range.
This song was used as the theme song for the American TV drama The Dead Zone.
New Year’s Eve feat. Marty JamesSnoop Dogg / feat. Marty James
Snoop Dogg, one of the most famous hip-hop artists.
His track “New Year’s Eve feat.
Marty James,” featuring Marty James, is characterized by a city-pop melody that evokes the night.
CountdownBeyoncé
A perfect song to celebrate the New Year from Beyoncé, the American artist.
Released in June 2011, this track blends a variety of genres, including R&B, funk, and hip-hop.
Its upbeat rhythm and powerful beats evoke anticipation and hope for the year ahead.
The lyrics portray relationships with loved ones and personal strength, making it ideal for renewing your New Year’s resolutions.
Beyoncé’s commanding vocals and a sound reminiscent of the ’90s will appeal to listeners of all ages.
It’s a great pick for New Year’s parties or for quietly reflecting on your resolutions alone.
A Happy New Year （Prod. Riles）Riles
Rilès is a rapper with roots in Algeria and France.
His track “A Happy New Year (Prod.
Rilès)” stands out with a distinctly North African, Algerian Arabic sound.
It’s a very high-sense, stylish song, so if you want something chic to listen to for the New Year, this track is highly recommended.
11:59 It’s JanuaryScrawl
Scroll was an American indie rock trio active from 1985 to 1998.
This track is included on their 1998 album Nature Film.
It’s a melancholic song about looking back on a long year and welcoming the new year with a fresh mindset.
Christmas Ain’t Christmas, New Years Ain’t New Years Without The One You LoveThe O’Jays
The O’Jays are a late-blooming soul trio who honed their craft for over a decade.
Their ‘Christmas Ain’t Christmas, New Years Ain’t New Years Without The One You Love’ has a wonderfully joyful feel—truly a song befitting the New Year.
Bringing In A Brand New YearCharles Brown
“Bringing In A Brand New Year” is also known as a Christmas song in the United States, where the Christmas season generally runs until January 6.
It’s featured on the classic 1961 album “Charles Brown Sings Christmas Songs” by Charles Brown, the influential blues pianist and singer, with the original written by Billy Ward.
The cheerful guitar riffs and organ tones, the bouncy rhythm, and Brown’s light, breezy vocals make it a tune that brings a smile to your face.
In fact, this song was also used as an insert track in the 2011 film “New Year’s Eve.” It’s included as the final track on the movie’s soundtrack, so be sure to check it out if you’re interested!