[2025 Edition] Uplifting Western Music — Latest Popular Songs and Recommended Tracks
For whatever reason, everyone has times when they’re not in the mood or feel down.
In those tough moments when you can’t help how you feel, music has a wonderful power to lift your spirits and give you a gentle push forward.
In this article, the first half features the latest hits and buzzworthy tracks, while the second half gathers uplifting Western songs—including timeless classics—that we want foreign music fans to hear!
From upbeat, high-energy numbers to mellow tunes that warm the heart, we’re covering all genres.
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[2025 Edition] Uplifting Western Music — Latest Popular and Recommended Songs (251–260)
It Is What It isRachel Chinouriri
A song that helps you face the pain of heartbreak and find the courage to move forward.
Featured on London-based indie-pop artist Rachel Chinouriri’s debut album, “What A Devastating Turn Of Events,” this track candidly portrays the process of accepting an ending.
Released on May 3, 2024, the album documents Chinouriri’s personal journey and her path to self-love, and is sure to resonate deeply with listeners.
Warm, indie-pop sounds with an alternative flair soothe those suffering from heartbreak and light the way toward self-acceptance.
[2025 Edition] Uplifting Western Music – Latest Popular Songs and Recommended Tracks (261–270)
Eye For An EyeRina Sawayama
Rina Sawayama is the most internationally active Japanese artist today.
Armed with English fluency that’s hard to believe for someone from Japan and a world-class sensibility, she’s thriving from her base in the UK.
Her new track is Eye For An Eye.
Centered on a woman who falls in love with a man who’s already taken, the song acknowledges her mistakes while conveying a strong resolve to keep walking the path she believes is right.
The melody matches the lyrics with a powerful feel, so anyone nursing a broken heart may find it uplifting.
HurricanesRina Sawayama
Rina Sawayama is a singer-songwriter from Niigata Prefecture who is based in London, UK.
“Hurricanes,” included on her 2022 album Hold the Girl, features a refreshing band performance infused with 1990s pop and rock.
The lyrics, which depict running headlong into hurricanes, evoke the presence of someone precious.
It’s a rock number that portrays someone who keeps looking forward with brightness, even while carrying sadness and a hint of heartache.
The driving band sound is energizing enough to blow away feelings of loneliness and isolation.
What A LifeRuel & DMA’S
This is a song I highly recommend for anyone looking for music that lifts your spirits.
Born from a collaboration between Australia’s young talent Ruel and DMA’S, it blends warm synthesizers with striking guitar strums in perfect harmony.
The intertwined vocals of Ruel and Tommy O’Dell resonate deeply with listeners.
Released in March 2024, the track explores themes of life’s anxieties, dreams, and heartache, yet encourages a forward-looking, hopeful outlook.
It’s especially recommended for moments when you’re feeling down or losing sight of yourself.
Mirror MusclesSOFT PLAY
A rock number featuring powerful sound and clever lyrics has arrived.
Released by SOFT PLAY in March 2024, the track humorously depicts experiences at the gym.
With its striking fuzzy, industrial guitar riffs, it’s drawing attention as the lead single from their fourth studio album.
The music video was shot at Legends Gym and sparked buzz for its intimate scenes with bodybuilders.
It’s the perfect song for when you want to get moving or reset your mood.
SOFT PLAY are set to appear at numerous UK festivals in summer 2024, including The Great Escape, Tramlines, and Y Not Festival.
EspressoSabrina Carpenter
Pop star Sabrina Carpenter, brimming with charisma, released a new song in April 2024 that’s a radiant love song overflowing with confidence.
Set to a lively beat, the lyrics memorably compare her allure to “espresso.” With playful expressions that reflect youth culture, it’s a track that’s sure to capture listeners’ hearts.
Created in collaboration with producer Julian Bunetta, this song is packed with Sabrina’s charm.
It’s perfect for when you’re feeling down or want a boost of confidence.
VULGARSam Smith, Madonna
British singer-songwriter Sam Smith.
He and Madonna teamed up to create “VULGAR.” Just this dream collaboration alone is enough to spark your interest, right? The track delivers a message about the beauty of self-expression over a deep, heavy beat.
The repeated use of the word “Vulgar” in the lyrics is sure to get stuck in your head.
Give it a listen when you want to boost your energy with an upbeat dance number.