[2025 Updated Edition] Western songs to listen to in summer: recommended summer tracks

You Belong With MeTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – You Belong With Me

It’s one of the signature songs released in 2008 by American country singer-songwriter Taylor Swift.

The song centers on a girl’s summer romance, and its refreshing tone makes it perfect for the season—seemingly a great fit as background music for outings like a drive.

Beach HouseThe Chainsmokers

The Chainsmokers – Beach House (Lyric Video)

The Chainsmokers are a duo consisting of Andrew Taggart and Alex Pall.

This song is a love song that expresses feelings for a cherished person.

The heavy sound and Andrew’s gentle vocals are striking.

In the music video, they sing on a mountaintop against the backdrop of a sunset, as if shouting out their feelings for her, conveying the strength of their love.

Ur So F**kInG cOoTones and I

TONES AND I – UR SO F**KING COOL (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

TONES AND I, who performed on the Australian street scene, turned the skills honed on the streets into a weapon, scoring a smash hit with her debut and then achieving a global hit with her follow-up single, “DANCE MONKEY.” On Spotify alone, she racks up over 30 million streams per week and has amassed more than 37.

5 billion streams worldwide in total.

With her funny, distinctive voice and the confident, street-honed live performances, she continues to captivate audiences around the globe.

Let’s Get RidiculousRedfoo

Redfoo – Let’s Get Ridiculous (Official Video)

The music video is highly elaborate and feels like a single, self-contained work.

The song itself is crafted into an innovative dance track unlike anything you’ve heard before.

It’s perfect for those who want to revel cheerfully in the summer, so I highly recommend it.

One KissCalvin Harris, Dua Lipa

Calvin Harris, Dua Lipa – One Kiss (Official Video)

A collaborative track by Scottish DJ Calvin Harris and English songstress Dua Lipa.

The song is built on 90s house music and portrays a seductive woman who captivates a man.

With summery vibes—and a music video set on a summer beach—it’s the perfect track to listen to in the summertime.

BirthdayKaty Perry

Katy Perry – Birthday (Lyric Video)

This song is the epitome of a female pop track—perfect for when you’re in the mood to just listen to some music, and it absolutely shines when you want to get hyped.

If you’re looking to make the most of summer, spend it with this song.

Uptown Funk ft. Bruno MarsMark Ronson

Mark Ronson – Uptown Funk (Official Video) ft. Bruno Mars

This modern funk/soul number can really get you going any time of year, but if I had to pick a season, it’s definitely a song for the open, carefree days of summer.

It’s perfect for a drive with this playing, or for getting everyone hyped together—honestly, it’ll fit anywhere, anytime.