Timeless Western pop classics that stick in your ears: Hit songs flowing through everyone’s hearts [2025]

CreepRadiohead

Radiohead - Creep (live at Summer Sonic 2003) with translated lyrics

Included on the 1993 album Pablo Honey.

The band members themselves apparently don’t like this song, and the album doesn’t seem to be highly regarded by fans either.

However, the song’s popularity remains strong for reasons unrelated to that.

Perhaps it’s the way it’s sung—holding back a searing, boiling emotion—that draws people in.

SkatanicReel Big Fish

Reel Big Fish – Skatanic

It’s included on the 1996 album “TURN THE RADIO OFF.” A six-member band formed in 1992 from California.

The melody has a horror-inducing feel, and for good reason—if you listen to the lyrics, it’s an out-and-out stalker song.

The breaths and screams sprinkled throughout make for a track with a huge impact.

October 25thSadie Jean

Sadie Jean – October 25th (Official Music Video)

The song by Sadie Jean, an artist from the United States, delicately captures the bittersweet feelings of autumn love.

Centered around the specific date of October 25, it reflects on a painful romantic experience from when she was 16, resonating deeply with listeners.

Featured on her debut EP, “Simple Like 17,” released in December 2023, the track expresses the heartaches and growing pains of teenage love.

After serving as the opening act on Johnny Orlando’s North American tour, Sadie’s clear, pure vocals are sure to give you the courage to face old wounds.

Highly recommended for those who want to immerse themselves in the poignant memories of their youth.

I’m Not Here To Make FriendsSam Smith

Sam Smith – I’m Not Here To Make Friends

A passionate dance-pop track that lights up the party scene.

Its pounding beats and catchy melodies stick in your head, gripping listeners and not letting go.

Sam Smith’s powerful vocals sing out a burning desire for love, resonating deeply with the audience.

Included on the album “Gloria,” released in January 2023, it climbed high on the charts in many countries.

Carrying a message of self-love and the pursuit of true partnership, it reflects today’s trend of valuing oneself while seeking deep connection.

It’s a perfect song when you want an energetic vibe or need to fire yourself up.

Scatmans WorldScatman John

Scatmans World (Official Video) HD -Scatman John

It’s included on the 1987 album “Bad.” Born in 1958, he’s a singer from Indiana.

The bassline, which plays in minor chords, is truly striking and tightens the overall atmosphere of the song.

It’s so unique that you can recognize it immediately after one listen.

Overall, it’s a track brimming with Michael’s signature pop sensibility.

Sound of Silence (The Sound of Silence)Simon & Garfunkel

The Sound of Silence

This song, which begins with a beautiful guitar arpeggio, is a single released by Simon & Garfunkel in 1965.

It became instantly famous when it was used as an insert song in the film The Graduate, starring a young Dustin Hoffman.

It reached No.

1 on the U.

S.

charts in early 1966, and many cover versions have been released.

Heart's Love (I Just Called to Say I Love You)Stevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder – I Just Called To Say I Love You (Live in London, 1995)

From his teenage years when he was known as “Little Stevie” to the present day, Stevie Wonder has been an artist respected even by fellow musicians.

He has an incredible number of hit songs, but in terms of recognition, this is probably the standout track.

In Japan, it was used as a TV drama theme song and in commercials.

Released in 1984.