[2025] A roundup of classic Western songs about the wind

Blowing Kisses In The WindPaula Abdul

Paula Abdul – Blowing Kisses In The Wind (Official Music Video)

Included on the 1991 album “Spellbound.” Born in 1962, she is a singer-songwriter from California.

With a slow tempo and gently flowing rhythm, paired with a mellow, melancholic melody line, her soulful vocals take hold deep in your ears and refuse to let go—such is this track.

WindpowerThomas Dolby

Windpower (2009 Remastered Version)

Included on the 1982 album The Golden Age of Wireless.

Born in 1958, a London-born singer-songwriter.

This track is truly original, woven from avant-garde, digitally based techno sounds and a mechanical, precisely marked mid-tempo rhythm.

Reap the Wild WindUltravox

Ultravox – Reap the Wild Wind

Included on the 1982 album Quartet.

A four-piece rock band from London formed in 1973.

The techno-style digital sound crafted by synthesizers and the mid-tempo rhythms strongly emphasize that they were a band of the New Wave era.

It might sound a bit dated now, but it’s still a good song.

WindsweptBryan Ferry

Bryan Ferry – Windswept

Included on the 1985 album “Boys & Girls.” Born in 1945.

A singer-songwriter from the UK and former vocalist of Roxy Music.

His vocals, rich with sensuality, ride a rhythm that faintly evokes African music and a slow, moody melody.

A track that makes you nod in admiration—truly outstanding.

WhistleFlo Rida

Flo Rida – Whistle [Official Video]

It’s a piece of music that starts with whistling, with cool-sounding acoustic guitar.

The music video, featuring Flo Rida singing on the beach with women in swimsuits, matches the song and creates a mature vibe.

It’s a track that evokes the end of summer with a hint of melancholy.

Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)Journey

Journey – Separate Ways (Worlds Apart) (Official HD Video – 1983)

This is a classic Western song by Journey, whose refined vocals—often featured in wedding scenes—and the heartfelt simplicity of its profound lyrics are especially appealing.

The powerful singing creates a refreshing feel, with an energetic flair that comes alive and makes it perfect for listening on a cloudy day.

Fallen Angel (Centerfold)The J. Geils Band

Fallen Angel — The J. Geils Band

The biggest hit by the American rock band The J.

Geils Band and their signature song.

It was released as a single in the fall of 1981 and reached number one on the U.

S.

Billboard chart in 1982.

Although the band is called The J.

Geils Band, the most famous member was the lead vocalist Peter Wolf.

J.

Geils passed away in 2017 at the age of 71.