Classic and popular Western songs to listen to in October 2025

Autumn LeavesChris Brown ft. Kendrick Lamar

Chris Brown – Autumn Leaves (Explicit) ft. Kendrick Lamar

The masterpiece “Autumn Leaves,” a collaboration between Chris Brown and Kendrick Lamar, is, as the title suggests, a perfect October track themed around autumn.

When we think of autumn songs, we usually imagine somber melodies or relaxed tempos.

This song, however—sung by Chris Brown—has a very stylish track with strong R&B elements.

By the way, despite being themed around autumn, the music video frequently features cherry blossoms (lol).

Sweet OctoberHRVY

HRVY – Sweet October (Vertical Video)

This song, which conveys the ache of unrequited love, is included on HRVY’s EP “Views from the 23rd Floor,” released in January 2022.

Centered on the theme of changing seasons, it expresses the longing to reunite with a distant lover through HRVY’s clear, airy vocals.

Alongside its pop sound, it captures the frustration of a romance that never quite lines up, making it a track that resonates all the more in October’s chill.

It’s perfect for autumn nights—highly recommended for gazing out the window while you listen.

An ideal song for anyone who wants to connect with the feeling of thinking about someone special.

Long OctoberHandguns

Handguns “Long October”

This song, which evokes the beginning of autumn, is a pop-punk number from Handguns’ debut album Angst, released in September 2012.

Weaving in the names of famous bands like Counting Crows and Foo Fighters, it deftly portrays the protagonist’s feelings as October arrives.

The energetic sound packs an emotional punch as it depicts a young person who, despite loneliness and anxiety, strives to find a glimmer of hope.

It’s a perfect track for long autumn nights, for moments spent zoning out in your room, or for soothing the melancholy that comes with the change of seasons.

It will resonate not only with pop-punk fans, but also with anyone who wants to revisit the complex emotions of their youth.

October SwimmerJJ72

JJ72 – October Swimmer (Official Video)

JJ72 is a three-piece rock band from Ireland.

The first track on their self-titled album, JJ72, is October Swimmer.

It’s a song with a distinctly desolate feel, depicting several sad events set in October—such as the death of someone close and conflict.

It also carries a message that seems to question one’s own purpose for existing.

Although the song’s themes are weighty, listening to it may prompt you to reflect on the world around you.

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.

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.

We’re In Loveboygenius

boygenius – We’re In Love (official audio)

Boygenius, who enjoy immense support around the world, have a song connected to October titled “We’re In Love.” It’s a ballad with notably philosophical lyrics.

A close reading reveals that the first half of the song depicts summer’s conflicts and sorrows, while the latter half portrays a tranquil winter.

In the middle of the song, there’s a line about October—that is, autumn.

In summary, the work seems to view autumn as a time when things begin to take a turn for the better.