[2025] Great for drives too! A roundup of the latest stylish Western music

DriveSZA

SZA – Drive (Official Video)

The new song by SZA, a leading figure in the American R&B scene, is a track inspired by nighttime drives.

It’s included on her album “Lana,” released in December 2024, and highlights SZA’s deeply expressive vocals.

The song explores loneliness, the search for self-worth, and a sense of inner chaos, portraying a journey of self-discovery through a drive with no destination.

The music video features actor Ben Stiller and leaves a strong impression with scenes of driving along nighttime roads.

It’s a perfect pick for anyone looking to sort through their feelings or reflect on themselves.

Listen while driving or during a quiet night to fully immerse yourself in the song’s world.

Sun Don’t Leave MeRaveena

Raveena – Sun Don’t Leave Me (Official Video)

Raveena, an Indian American artist, has delivered a heartwarming song that gently embraces listeners’ hearts.

While holding the anxieties of modern life—such as concerns about climate change and feelings of loss—the work delicately yet powerfully paints a ray of hope.

By weaving in symbolic images of sunrise and sunset, it expresses the preciousness of life and the beauty of renewal.

Based in New York, Raveena released her album “Where the Butterflies Go in the Rain” in June 2024 and has continued to work energetically since.

Her unique sound blends elements of R&B and pop with traditional Indian music, making it a perfect track for quiet nights of self-reflection or moments when you want to sort through your feelings.

Could’ve Been Different (feat. Blu & Shamir)McKinley Dixon

McKinley Dixon – Could’ve Been Different (feat. Blu & Shamir) (Official Lyric Video)

McKinley Dixon, an artist based in Richmond, Virginia, has built a unique musical world with sophisticated hip-hop infused with elements of jazz and soul.

From his forthcoming album “Magic, Alive!” due out in June 2025, he has released an advance single featuring BLU and Shamir.

Over a soulful, expansive arrangement woven from strings, saxophone, piano, and more, he delivers poetic rap that reflects on life’s crossroads, his present perspective, and questions for the future.

The project is an ambitious attempt to craft the perfect end credits, and he’s slated to perform it on Butcher Brown’s U.

S.

tour starting in March 2025.

Highly recommended for anyone seeking boundary-crossing musical expression.

Truth In The Lies (Feat. Lil Durk)Central Cee

CENTRAL CEE – TRUTH IN THE LIES (FEAT. LIL DURK) (MUSIC VIDEO)

The long-awaited collaborative track, uniting a Chicago heavyweight and a rising star from London, was released in January 2025.

Created by Central Cee and Lil Durk, the song rides on a poignant melody that samples Ne-Yo’s classic “So Sick,” sharply portraying the turmoil of a heart caught between love and betrayal.

Durk’s hard-edged realism and Cench’s emotive delivery strike a perfect balance, resulting in a piece that truly resonates with listeners.

A music video shot in Paris has also been released, sparking lively debate on social media over interpretations of the song.

As a track that offers solace to those struggling with love, it’s drawing attention for how it might perform on the charts in the coming weeks.

F.U. (ft. Erykah Badu)Jamie xx

Jamie xx – F.U. ft. Erykah Badu

This track, led by Jamie xx at the forefront of the UK music scene, features the queen of soul, Erykah Badu.

Born from a chance encounter, the piece is characterized by a fusion of improvisational energy and club music.

Jamie’s refined electronic sound blends seamlessly with Erykah’s soul-stirring vocals.

Included on the deluxe edition of the 2024 album In Waves, it comes recommended not only for fans of both artists but also for anyone seeking a fresh musical experience.

Jamie is currently on tour in the United States and is slated to perform at the Primavera Sound festival in June.

Late Night TalkingHarry Styles

Harry Styles – Late Night Talking (Official Video)

A heartwarming, melodious number by UK-born Harry Styles that portrays a form of love nurtured through late-night conversations.

Included on the album “Harry’s House,” the track harmoniously blends a retro vibe reminiscent of 1970s pop music with a contemporary sound that fuses synth-pop and R&B.

Released in June 2022, it earned high acclaim worldwide, reaching No.

3 on the Billboard Hot 100.

While fearing change, it tenderly sings of a devoted resolve to go anywhere for a loved one, carried by a light, upbeat rhythm.

Recommended as a comfortable song for an afternoon drive on a day off or for quiet moments with someone special.

Every Summertimeniki

NIKI – Every Summertime (Official Video)

A bittersweet coming-of-age story spun by NIKI, an artist from Jakarta, Indonesia.

This heartwarming song gently captures universal moments of love—like tender memories with a partner she met in America and the nervousness of introducing a boyfriend to her father for the first time.

Included on the soundtrack album for Marvel’s film Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, it was released in August 2021 and climbed the charts across various Asian countries.

It also comes with the remarkable anecdote of having been created in just one hour.

Its bright, poppy rhythm is perfect for a May afternoon drive under fresh green leaves or as background music for a weekend picnic.

With a soothing melody that wraps around the feeling of being in love, it stays close to the heart.