[2025] Classic Western songs to listen to in November: recommended popular tracks

November 16thKanaya

November 16th – Philza’s Theme [Dream SMP]

The delicate, introspective musical world woven by singer-songwriter Kanaya.

The title track of the album “November 16th,” released in November 2020, is a moving story told from a father’s perspective.

Lyrics where themes of loss and renewal intersect resonate deeply with listeners.

The minimal sound, produced with an iPad and GarageBand, beautifully elevates the song’s emotional core.

This work is perfect for the contemplative season that arrives as autumn deepens—a soul-stirring piece you’ll want to listen to alone on a quiet night.

NovemberMax Richter

Max Richter – November (Music Video 2024)

A piece by Max Richter, a German-born British composer, suffused with a serene and melancholic atmosphere.

It’s a track from his debut album Memoryhouse, released in May 2002, a masterpiece hailed as a “landmark” by Pitchfork and The Independent.

Centered on gently unfolding melodies for strings and piano, it offers listeners a deeply emotional experience.

With themes of the passage of time, fragments of memory, and reflections on urban landscapes, it evokes the hues of the early morning sky and the ways the city’s past shapes the present.

It’s a perfect piece for those seeking a meditative experience to settle the mind in quiet moments.

NovemberPatrickReza

PatrickReza – November

An indie trap track by PatrickReza whose sweet melodies and wistful lyrics seep into the heart.

Released in November 2019, this gem paints the story of meeting a lover on a cold, rainy day.

Delicate piano tones intertwine exquisitely with guitar riffs, creating an emotional atmosphere.

Notable for its bold bass drop, the track was released on the CloudKid label.

It’s a song to savor quietly as autumn fades into winter—perfect for those who want to bask in memories of love.

NovemberTyler, The Creator

November

November can feel like a somewhat lonely time of year, right? Because of that, we might find ourselves getting pulled into negativity.

That mood is portrayed very realistically in “November.” It’s a track by the rapper Tyler, The Creator.

In the first half, he describes waves of anxiety rising one after another; in the second half, he depicts the year revolving around November and time slipping by faster and faster.

It’s also interesting that you can vicariously experience parts of his life story along the way.

novembreNovember Ultra

November Ultra – novembre

Suffused with a nostalgic, melancholic atmosphere, this song is a masterpiece that fully showcases November Ultra’s delicate sensibility.

Included on the April 2022 album “Bedroom Walls,” it features a distinctive style that fuses pop with indie folk.

Carried by a soothing melody woven from piano and strings, it contrasts happy memories of the past with the loneliness of the present, resonating deeply with listeners.

It’s a perfect track for a long autumn night—highly recommended for those in a contemplative mood.

Stronger Than I WasEminem

Stronger Than I Was

Global superstar Eminem.

Let me introduce his melancholy track, “Stronger Than I Was.” This song features a man who has gone through a breakup as its protagonist.

He raps about how, although he was fine being alone before meeting his lover, he somehow can no longer bear loneliness.

Because the lyrics carefully delve into his inner feelings, anyone can immerse themselves in its world.

Also pay attention to what the “November 31st” mentioned in the song signifies.

The hint is that it’s a date that never comes.

NovemberNOX

NOX – November (Official Music Video 4K)

It’s a perfect track for November, a month that evokes the deepening of autumn and the approach of winter.

NOX’s work masterfully fuses traditional Hungarian music with contemporary pop, delicately expressing the changing seasons and the stirrings of the heart.

Included on the album Főnix, released in November 2022, this song stands as one of the pieces symbolizing the band’s revival.

Melodic yet infused with electronic elements, its sound skillfully captures both autumn’s melancholy and the anticipation of new beginnings.

It’s ideal for moments when your heart wavers at the turn of the seasons, or for quiet times of reflection.

This is a track that lets you feel the depth and growth of NOX’s musicality.