2025 Edition: Recommended Western songs for winter drives — the latest tracks and timeless hits

Sweet TalkerYears & Years and Galantis

Years & Years and Galantis – Sweet Talker (Official Lyric Video)

Years & Years, fronted by Olly Alexander—who is also active as an actor and now runs the project as his solo endeavor—has always championed beautiful electropop.

Since becoming Olly’s solo project, their sparkling pop sensibilities have been polished even further, and every track released in 2021 feels perfect for a drive.

The featured song, Sweet Talker, is a track from the upcoming 2022 album Night Call and serves as the third single.

Featuring Swedish electro unit Galantis, it’s a supreme killer tune that captivates with a refined, elegant production—danceable without being overblown—paired with an undeniably catchy, ultra-pop melody.

It’s the perfect track to blast on your way to a winter party to get you in the mood!

I Remember EverythingZach Bryan

Zach Bryan – I Remember Everything (feat. Kacey Musgraves)

The hard-edged country song “I Remember Everything (feat.

Kacey Musgraves)” even went viral on TikTok.

The track was created by singer-songwriter Zach Bryan and features Kacey Musgraves—a dream collaboration between major country artists.

Its lyrics look back on memories of a father singing in the car, making it perfect for a solitary, sentimental winter drive.

Clarity ft. FoxesZedd

Zedd – Clarity ft. Foxes

It’s the kind of song you’ll want to play with the car windows down on a cold morning.

Just having it on fills you with the excitement that something new is about to begin.

If you blast this exhilarating track in your car from the morning, there’s no doubt you’ll have a wonderful day.

Emily I’m Sorryboygenius

boygenius – Emily I’m Sorry (official music video)

Let me introduce “Emily I’m Sorry,” a song that depicts driving at night.

It’s a track from the debut album The Record by the musical group boygenius.

With a beautiful whispery vocal, it portrays a person at the wheel and another sleeping in the back seat.

There are many interpretations out there, so it’s fun to look into those, or you can relate it to yourself and those close to you and listen with your own emotions in mind.

Thanks to its wide interpretive range, it seems like a song that can fit a variety of driving situations.

Another One of MeDiddy, The Weeknd, French Montana (ft. 21 Savage)

Another One of Me – Diddy, The Weeknd, French Montana (ft. 21 Savage) [Official Video]

“Another One of Me,” which is drawing attention for its collaboration among global stars.

This track is a collaboration between singer-songwriter The Weeknd and rapper French Montana, with 21 Savage and Diddy joining in.

The first half puts The Weeknd’s high-tone vocals front and center for a cool impression, then shifts as the rap parts begin, transforming into an R&B-like vibe.

Overall, the melody is calm, making it a good fit for staying focused while driving on snowy roads.

UnconditionallyKaty Perry

Katy Perry – Unconditionally (Official)

In the steadily falling snow, Katy Perry singing about romantic love as if offering a prayer looks fantastical and beautiful.

“Unconditionally” is a track from the album PRISM, released in 2013 by Katy Perry, the globally renowned American songstress.

It’s said that Katy herself has called it her favorite song on the album.

Her supple, soaring vocals and the beautiful melody, delivered with remarkable expressiveness, along with the dramatic development of the piece, truly give it the feel of a timeless love song.

When the first snow begins to fall, playing this song as BGM on a drive with someone special might be a bit too romantic—don’t you think?

Sexy and I Know ItLMFAO

LMFAO – Sexy and I Know It

Speaking of EDM, it’s got to be LMFAO.

Their signature tracks are essential for a hype-filled drive.

It’s guaranteed that everyone will start singing the chorus.

Whether you’re a guy or a girl, if you’re looking for a high-energy vibe, this song is highly recommended.