[2025 Updated Edition] Western songs to listen to in summer: recommended summer tracks
If you love music, you probably have at least one or two songs that immediately come to mind when summer rolls around.
Deciding what tracks to play on a summer drive or which song to set as the soundtrack for your trip—that’s part of the fun, isn’t it?
This time, we’ve put together a selection of Western songs perfect for summer, focusing mainly on the latest releases.
Rather than sticking strictly to “summer songs,” we’re offering a colorful lineup—from upbeat tracks you’ll want to blast under the hot sun to chill, mellow tunes that suit a summer sunset.
It also works as a playlist for checking out the hottest new tracks, so enjoy!
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[2025 Latest Edition] Western songs you’ll want to listen to in summer: Recommended summer tracks (21–30)
HE KNOWS (ft. Lil Nas X)Camila Cabello
She no longer needs the “former Fifth Harmony” label—popular singer-songwriter Camila Cabello is back with a new single! Teaming up with Lil Nas X, this track uses witty lyrics to paint a cool portrait of a confident woman reveling in the nightlife.
The snappy beat and catchy melody spark an irresistible urge to hit the dance floor.
It feels like the perfect song for a club scene regaining its energy after the pandemic, and it has all the makings of a killer summer party anthem!
Lonyo!Bakar
UK singer-songwriter Bakar boldly samples the 2000 UK garage classic “Summer of Love.” His contemporary arrangement—true to his style, spanning everything from indie to hip-hop—really shines.
He’s said the inspiration came from nostalgic memories of his own London summers, looking up to his cousins returning from garage raves.
Knowing he poured “that special euphoria that lasts only a few weeks” into the song will surely make many hearts swell.
This new instant classic, which whisks listeners back to sun-soaked summer memories, is a perfect pick for getting together with friends or lifting your mood.
I Don’t CareEd Sheeran & Justin Bieber
This is a masterpiece born from the collaboration between Ed Sheeran, the British singer-songwriter who has achieved overwhelming commercial success and now stands at the forefront of the global music scene, and none other than Justin Bieber.
As the two have worked together before, you can enjoy not only their perfectly synchronized vocal interplay but also the appeal of both artists—a truly luxurious experience in its own right.
The melody and sound are uplifting enough to make you feel happy just by listening, and they’re perfect for a hot summer night party!
On SightCoco Jones
Coco Jones, the powerhouse who won Best R&B Performance at the 2024 Grammy Awards.
This is a perfect summer-night track from her debut album “Why Not More?”, released in April 2025.
Her strong, emotionally rich vocals riding over a sophisticated sound will capture your heart the moment you hear them.
It’s said to portray that passionate moment when you’re instantly drawn to someone and become certain of your feelings.
A music video was also produced, showcasing her expressive artistry.
Play it on a summer evening when you want to sink into a slightly grown-up mood, and it’s sure to heighten the romance.
On a night when your feelings for someone special are deepening, why not listen to this song and face your emotions?
RoarKaty Perry
It’s Katy Perry’s summer song ‘Roar.
‘ With powerful lyrics that blow away summer fatigue, it’s a track that gives you the energy to make it through the hot season.
It’s a recommended ‘summer song’ you’ll want to listen to while enjoying a resort during summer vacation.
Best PartDaniel Caesar & H.E.R.
A duet by Canada’s Daniel Caesar and America’s H.
E.
R.
, distinguished by fingerpicked acoustic guitar and their sweetly interwoven vocals.
It warms the heart with its pure expression of love, singing that the simple, everyday moments—like sharing a morning coffee—are life’s greatest treasures.
Released in August 2017, the song appears on Daniel Caesar’s album “Freudian” and H.
E.
R.
’s compilation “H.
E.
R.” It won Best R&B Performance at the 61st Grammy Awards.
Listen to it on a summer evening while relaxing with someone special, and you may find yourselves cherishing each other even more.
No ChillPARTYNEXTDOOR
Are you familiar with PartyNextDoor, the artist from Canada? He’s known for a style that fuses R&B with dancehall and hip-hop.
This track, included on his album PartyNextDoor 4 released in April 2024, is perfect for summer nights.
The languid saxophone tones and shadowy melodies intertwine with the heat in the air.
The lyrics portray a passionate game of love that makes it hard to stay cool, evoking a sensual, slightly dangerous mood.
The album featuring this song reached No.
10 on the Billboard 200.
Put it on during a summer dusk drive or while unwinding with a slightly grown-up vibe, and you’ll find a pleasant spark amid the languid heat.