Classic and popular Western songs to listen to in October 2025

October SunMatt Berry

October Sun

This is a memorable track with a dreamy melody that evokes the deepening of autumn.

Matt Berry’s distinctive vocals and the psychedelic tones create a world that truly calls to mind an October twilight.

Featured on the album Kill The Wolf, released in June 2013, the song strongly reflects influences from music of the ’60s and ’70s.

Inspired by the British countryside and nature, it’s a piece you’ll want to hear as autumn arrives.

It also contains cinematic elements and is reportedly sometimes used in film and television soundtracks.

It’s a perfect song for those moments at autumn dusk when you want to sit by the window and drift into thought.

ThrillerMichael Jackson

Michael Jackson – Thriller (Official 4K Video)

It’s probably the most listened-to Halloween song in the world.

One of the signature tracks by the King of Pop, Michael Jackson: Thriller.

It’s the title track from the album released in 1982, and it came out as a single the following year, in 1983.

The feature-length, movie-like music video that caused such a sensation is often shown on TV around Halloween.

Its playful, thrilling vibe pairs perfectly with the visuals and suits the holiday so well.

You can also feel the song’s passionate love-song side—something that really amps up the mood, so keep an ear out for that.

It’s a classic that’s perfect as BGM for costume parties, and all the more recommended in this modern era where dancing has become standard.

Harvest MoonNeil Young

Neil Young – Harvest Moon [Official Music Video]

Singer-songwriter Neil Young has worked across a wide range of genres, from hard rock to country rock, and is famous as a legendary rock artist.

His “Harvest Moon” is one of his signature songs.

While it didn’t become a massive hit, it remains a beloved piece.

The lyrics carry strong religious overtones, and the melody is crafted to match that atmosphere with a romantic touch.

I think you’ll enjoy it even more listening under the chilly October sky.

October TreesRon Pope

October Trees

Ron Pope is an American singer-songwriter whose music is primarily pop rock and who has gained popularity mainly in Nashville.

While he may not be a household name, his skills as a composer are highly regarded, and he is known in the industry as a well-reviewed artist.

One of his works themed around October is ‘October Trees,’ a pop-rock piece with a strikingly serious melody that makes it a perfect fit for the month of October.

9th of octoberTove Lo

Tove Lo – 9th of october (Sign Interpretation by Shelby Mitchusson)

Swedish singer-songwriter Tove Lo.

Her release “9th of October” is not to be missed.

The title means “October 9th,” and the lyrics are structured so that what happened on October 9 gradually comes to light.

Minor spoilers from here, but it seems the song’s protagonist unexpectedly broke up with their lover on October 9.

The sorrowful story is truly heart-wrenching.

New SongWarpaint

Warpaint – New Song (Official Audio)

A song that portrays the feeling of falling in love by comparing it to the thrill of hearing amazing music for the first time.

It is included on Heads Up, the third album released in 2016 by Warpaint, a Los Angeles–based art rock group.

i hate u, i love ugnash ft. olivia o’brien

gnash – i hate u, i love u ft. olivia o’brien (music video)

A track by Los Angeles singer-producer Gnash, created in collaboration with Bay Area singer-songwriter Olivia O’Brien.

It’s a piano ballad that sings about the aftermath of a breakup.

It reached No.

1 on the charts in Australia and Israel, and made the Top 10 in many countries including the United States, Belgium, and the Czech Republic.