Must-Listen Now! Classic and Hit Western Rock Songs from the 2000s
In today’s music scene beyond the 2020s, hit songs and classics from the 2000s are already remembered as classic numbers.
While there may not have been a massive movement that defined the era like grunge or alternative rock in the 1990s, the rapid spread of the internet gave rise to many remarkable songs and artists unique to a time when our very way of engaging with music was transforming.
So this time, we’re highlighting hit songs and timeless tracks from Western rock in the 2000s.
Centered around the keyword “rock,” we’ll deliver a diverse and exciting lineup!
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Now’s the time to listen! Classic and hit Western rock tracks from the 2000s (41–50)
What I’ve DoneLinkin Park
A gem of a track that weaves intensity with delicacy, it sings of the resolve to step from the past into a new future.
Released in April 2007 as the lead single from Linkin Park’s third album, Minutes to Midnight, the song was also used over the end credits of the film Transformers and became a major hit, peaking at No.
7 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Its lyrics, blending self-transformation with questions for society, are sure to gently nudge you forward when you stand at a crossroads in life.
When you’re ready to take a new step, give it a listen.
Now’s the time to listen! Classic and hit Western rock songs of the 2000s (51–60)
It’s Been AwhileStaind
Staind, a rock band from Massachusetts.
Songs born from Aaron Lewis’s personal experiences have left a deep mark on many listeners’ hearts.
Candidly detailing his own battle with addiction, this work conveys guilt, regret, and a longing for change, striking a chord with listeners.
Released in August 2001, the song achieved major success as the lead single from the album Break the Cycle.
It reached No.
5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and charted high in various rankings.
As a post-grunge classic, it continues to be loved by many to this day.
I’ll Be WaitingLenny Kravitz
Released in 2007, this song is a quintessential work by Lenny Kravitz, known for his diverse musicality that transcends the boundaries of rock.
It expresses the emotions of waiting for a lost love through a heartfelt melody and warm vocals, resonating deeply with listeners.
Issued as the lead single from the album “It Is Time for a Love Revolution,” it garnered wide support and was featured in the film “Made of Honor” and the TV drama “Grey’s Anatomy.” It’s a song that can be a source of comfort in many situations—when you want to heal the pain of heartbreak or reaffirm your feelings for someone special.
CrystalNew Order
The 2001 single released by New Order, a band emblematic of the UK rock scene, is a song that brilliantly fuses electro and rock.
Its lyrics portray the fragile yet resilient relationship between the band and its fans, symbolically expressing the cycles of praise and oblivion, betrayal and reconciliation.
Issued as the lead single from their first album in eight years, Get Ready, it became a major hit, reaching No.
8 on the UK Singles Chart and No.
1 on the U.
S.
Dance Club Songs chart.
The rhythm forged by the beat and bassline is deeply stirring, while the delicate melody line seizes the emotions and never lets go.
Symbolizing the band’s resurgence, this track remains etched in the hearts of many listeners as one of the defining songs of the 2000s, a period when the way we engage with music was undergoing transformation.
I Bet You Look Good On The DancefloorArctic Monkeys
Starting with a dissonant guitar riff, this track kicked up a fresh storm in the 2000s rock scene.
Its lyrics vividly portray young people’s nights out and encounters, speaking straight to the listener’s heart.
Released in October 2005, the song hit number one on the UK Singles Chart.
It was later included on the album “Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not,” becoming one of the band’s signature songs.
This piece radiates the energy of people dancing on the floor—perfect for turning up the excitement at weekend parties or gatherings with friends.
GirlfriendAvril Lavigne
A signature song by pop-punk queen Avril Lavigne that captivates listeners with its catchy melody and provocative lyrics.
Released in February 2007 from the album “The Best Damn Thing,” it became her first No.
1 on the U.
S.
Billboard Hot 100.
It also topped the charts in Australia for six consecutive weeks, becoming a worldwide smash hit.
Featuring confident vocals and powerful guitar work, this track is sure to resonate with anyone who’s experienced heartbreak or the struggles of love.
Perfect for cranking up the energy on a drive or at a party.
You’re BeautifulJames Blunt
This song masterfully portrays the beauty and heartache of love at first sight, capturing the hearts of countless listeners and never letting go.
Released in 2005 and reaching number one in ten countries, it became a worldwide hit as a single from James Blunt’s debut album, Back to Bedlam.
While it may sound like a pure love anthem on the surface, it actually conceals a complex, profound story about a yearning for unattainable love.
Based on Blunt’s own experience, the song deftly expresses the instantaneous enchantment with beauty and the sorrow of knowing it can never be yours.
It’s recommended listening when you want to soothe the pain of heartbreak or when you’re carrying a bittersweet longing in your heart.