Spring, hearts racing! Classics of Western music
Spring often brings a new school term or a move to a new workplace, so it really feels like a season of fresh starts.
In a new environment, you’re usually half excited and half a little anxious.
“I want to calm my racing heart!” “I want to get pumped up for my new life!” With that mix of butterflies and excitement in the air, we’re introducing songs—focusing on Western music—that are perfect to listen to in spring.
Our editorial team has carefully selected breezy, spring-like tracks and songs that sweep away anxiety and give you courage.
We hope you’ll find the one song you’ll want to play this spring!
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Spring, Heartbeats Rising! Classic Western Hits (11–20)
Used To Be YoungMiley Cyrus
After her success on Disney Channel’s hit series Hannah Montana, Miley Cyrus has continued to explore a wide range of musical genres.
“Used To Be Young,” a track from her 2023 album Endless Summer Vacation, reflects on her past and present, capturing a journey of growth and acceptance.
This spring, it’s a song that can give those starting anew the courage to acknowledge who they once were and step forward into the future.
It serves as proof of her evolving identity and is a recommended listen to accompany the start of a new season.
Spring AffairDonna Summer
Here’s a work I’d recommend to anyone who loves funk music: Spring Affair.
The song is performed by Donna Summer, known as the Queen of Funk and hugely popular in the funk scene.
As the title suggests, the track portrays a woman falling in love against the backdrop of spring.
True to its funk roots, it’s a classic with an incredibly energetic vibe.
Be sure to check it out.
CONFIDENCEOCEAN ALLEY
Ocean Alley is an alternative psychedelic rock band from Australia, known for crafting a unique sound that blends psychedelia with reggae.
In particular, their 2018 track “Confidence” received high acclaim both at home and abroad, topping the triple j Hottest 100.
The song portrays complex emotions surrounding a self-assured woman, while its laid-back atmosphere and groovy feel evoke the arrival of spring.
As anxieties and hopes mingle with the start of a new season, the track’s fresh, positive message offers listeners a sense of self-acceptance and optimism.
It’s a perfect song for a new beginning.
I Ain’t WorriedOneRepublic
OneRepublic is an American band known for pop rock and alternative rock.
Since their formation in 2002, they’ve made a name for themselves around the world.
In 2022, they released the song “I Ain’t Worried.” The track was featured on the soundtrack for the film Top Gun: Maverick and is characterized by its breezy beat and uplifting message.
The lyrics emphasize the importance of letting go of anxiety and living boldly, offering encouragement to those stepping into new environments or adventures.
This spring, for anyone starting something new or looking to reset their mindset, “I Ain’t Worried” is the perfect song.
Its light, catchy melody and lyrics celebrating a free spirit will set listeners’ hearts free like a pleasant spring breeze.
WaterTyla
Hailing from South Africa, Tyla masterfully navigates the genres of pop, R&B, Afrobeats, and Amapiano.
Her track “Water,” released in 2023, became a major hit.
The song captivates with a soothing melody over an Amapiano rhythm and lyrics that portray passionate romance.
It also carries a refreshing feel that evokes the start of a new love with the arrival of spring.
As a new chapter of life begins, this is a song that gives you the courage to take a step toward the future, filled with excitement and anticipation.
Be sure to pay attention to Tyla’s powerful vocals, which seem to sweep away any lingering anxieties.
Heat WavesGlass Animals
Glass Animals is an electronic pop band formed in Oxford, England.
Their song “Heat Waves” is a single from their third album, Dreamland, released on June 29, 2020.
The track is characterized by lyrics about loss and longing and became a global hit.
Its melody is especially appealing for lifting spring moods, evoking both anticipation and unease for the new season.
The refreshing sound, perfect for long spring nights, pairs exquisitely with a subtle sense of poignancy.
It’s a song I recommend to anyone embarking on a new chapter in life, carrying both the challenge and the excitement of the unknown.
Be sure to check it out.
Spring, Heartbeats Rising! Classic Western Songs (21–30)
Sunday MorningMaroon 5
It’s one of the signature songs by the American pop rock band Maroon 5.
The song features a simple chord progression, and the drums and bass—played with plenty of laid-back feel—create a distinctive groove.
It has a very relaxed, happy atmosphere.