[Masterpiece Selection] A Compilation of Classic Western Rock Songs

If You’re Too Shy (Let Me Know)The 1975

The 1975 – If You’re Too Shy (Let Me Know)

A song that vividly depicts romance in the digital age, it showcases the expanding musical range of The 1975.

Released in May 2020, the track is included on the album Notes on a Conditional Form from the same year.

Its ’80s-inspired sound meshes exquisitely with contemporary lyrics, exploring intimacy online.

True to their style, the production is chic, and the romantic, memorable saxophone melody is a major draw.

It’s recommended not only for those grappling with love and relationships, but also for anyone interested in reflecting on communication in modern society.

ZITTI E BUONIMåneskin

Måneskin – ZITTI E BUONI (Official Video – Sanremo & EUROVISION 2021 Winners)

A powerful track by a rising Italian band that’s paving the way for a new era of rock.

Released in March 2021, the song won both the Sanremo Music Festival and the Eurovision Song Contest, capturing attention across Europe.

Centered on themes of self-expression and challenging social stereotypes, it features a unique sound that fuses glam rock and indie rock.

Included on Måneskin’s second album, “Teatro d’ira: Vol.

I,” it sparked a major response worldwide, spending seven consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the UK Rock & Metal Singles Chart, among other achievements.

This work is recommended for those who value being true to themselves and want to live free from society’s expectations.

BrianstormArctic Monkeys

Arctic Monkeys – Brianstorm (Official Video)

Featuring a striking riff where the guitar and bass play in unison, this is “Brianstorm,” a song released in 2007 by the British rock band Arctic Monkeys.

Formed in 2002, Arctic Monkeys steadily honed their live performances, and before long the UK media were calling them “the biggest sensation since Oasis.” They performed at the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics, bringing them worldwide recognition as a rock band that represents modern Britain.

“Brianstorm” is a standout track from their acclaimed album Favourite Worst Nightmare.

ReptiliaThe Strokes

The Strokes – Reptilia (Official HD Video)

When talking about the Western rock scene of the 2000s, many music fans who lived through that era will surely recall the movement known as the garage rock revival.

With sounds that seemed to update classic, straightforward garage rock and later post-punk through a 2000s sensibility, it swept the scene and produced many great bands that are still active in the 2020s.

Among them, the Strokes from New York stand out as a uniquely charismatic band, respected by countless musicians.

Their breakthrough turned being a band or artist active in New York into a kind of status symbol, and their influence hasn’t waned in the slightest.

A definitive track that lets you savor the sheer coolness of their rock ’n’ roll is Reptilia, released in 2003.

Hugely popular among fans, it’s always a thrill when that guitar riff—every bit as memorable as the melody—comes roaring in over the tight rhythm.

It’s no exaggeration to call it a classic of 2000s rock—a killer tune that will go down in the history of Western rock.

DrownBring Me The Horizon

Bring Me The Horizon – Drown

This song by Bring Me the Horizon, the British band that has grown into a global phenomenon, delivers a soul-stirring message that stands beside those battling loneliness and despair.

Released in October 2014, it marked a turning point in the band’s sound, opening up new territory by incorporating more melodic elements beyond their metalcore roots.

It was also chosen as the lead single from the album “That’s the Spirit,” achieving the remarkable feat of breaking into the UK Singles Chart top 20.

With lyrics that feel like an outpouring from the depths of the heart, the track serves as a source of strength for those in pain, kindling a light of hope.

Brown SugarThe Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones – Brown Sugar (Live) – OFFICIAL

Having weathered the tumultuous ’60s and launched their own label, The Rolling Stones embarked on a fresh start.

Symbolizing the dawn of their ’70s era is the classic album Sticky Fingers, released in 1971.

Kicking off that record, this track is rock ’n’ roll at its most exuberant—quintessential Stones.

Keith Richards’ languid yet razor-sharp guitar riff, American musician Bobby Keys’ funky sax solo, and Mick Jagger’s one-of-a-kind vocals lock together to create an irresistible groove.

The lyrics are provocative, but in true Stones fashion, they channel that edge into pure rock energy.

It’s a killer tune that gets your body moving on instinct—perfect for the dance floor.

Purple HazeJimi Hendrix

The Jimi Hendrix Experience – Purple Haze (Live at the Atlanta Pop Festival)

One of the signature songs by the legendary guitarist Jimi Hendrix—known to virtually every guitarist.

Released as his second single, it’s famous for using the “dominant 7#9” chord—often called the “Jimi Hendrix chord” or “Hendrix chord”—right after the intro.

The guitar solo features an octave-up effect using an octaver, now a common tool, and the track is filled with classic techniques and expressions that form the foundation of rock guitar.

It’s a song where you can fully savor Hendrix’s emotional vocals and guitar playing.