[2026 Edition] A Roundup of Popular and Classic Western Songs to Listen to in September

Just the Way You AreBilly Joel

Billy Joel – Just the Way You Are (Official Audio)

“Just the Way You Are” is a song by Billy Joel, released in September 1977.

It was a single from the classic album The Stranger, which sold over 10 million copies, and it reached No.

3 on the U.S.

charts.

Dedicated to Billy’s then-wife, Elizabeth Weber, this love song features romantic lyrics that convey, “You’re wonderful just the way you are.” It’s a perfect track for couples to enjoy together!

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Hamada Takuya

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September GurlsBig Star

September Gurls

A track released in 1974 by Big Star, an American power-pop band.

It was selected by Rolling Stone for the “Top 500 Songs of All Time.” It’s also well known for being covered by artists such as the Buggles and the Searchers.

Autumn SweaterYo La Tengo

Yo la tengo – autumn sweater

Yo La Tengo, an alternative rock band representing New Jersey, has a Spanish name, but they’re not a Mexican American band; the name apparently comes from a Major League Baseball anecdote.

The work by them that I recommend for September is Autumn Sweater.

This piece is rooted in dream pop and indie rock, and it’s crafted into a track that evokes a leisurely autumn mood.

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Ryo

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Crowded PlacesBANKS

BANKS – Crowded Places (Visualizer)

This is a 2017 track by American singer-songwriter BANKS.

It has a unique vibe—dark yet with glimpses of romance—and it created quite a buzz right after it was released.

Highly recommended for fans of stylish, artsy music.

We Don’t Talk AnymoreCharlie Puth

Charlie Puth – We Don’t Talk Anymore (feat. Selena Gomez) [Official Video]

How about a song like this—melancholic yet rhythmically flowing—for autumn? His medium-tempo ballads are truly the best.

The feature with Selena Gomez is irresistible.

The music video is cute, too.

This one’s a recommendation as well!

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Yoshizaki Keiko

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September In The RainDinah Washington

DINAH WASHINGTON – SEPTEMBER IN THE RAIN

Dinah Washington, the great female singer known as the Queen of the Blues.

She created many masterpieces, but the song I especially recommend is “September in the Rain.” Originally written as a song for the 1937 film Melody for Two, it’s now also beloved as a jazz standard.

Its lyrics, which beautifully portray a poignant heartbreak in the September rain, are truly wonderful—so be sure to check out the Japanese translation as well.

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Ryo

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September DovesLost Dog Street Band

September Doves

Lost Dog Street Band captivates with songs that honor the traditions of American folk and country music while weaving in a modern sensibility.

This piece, included on the duo Benjamin Tod and Ashley Mae’s April 2016 album “Rage and Tragedy,” is a stirring track centered on themes of past pain, disappointment, and the possibility of renewal.

As the protagonist revisits places from childhood memories, the song portrays their confrontation with present hardships, set against a melancholic musical tone.

The deeply emotive melodies of acoustic guitar and fiddle make it a perfect song for September, when hearts are easily moved by the changing of the seasons.