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Trendy Western Music [January 2025]

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

In January 2025, the tides of music are shining with a new brilliance.

In the globally watched Western music scene, stirring melodies and innovative sounds are emerging one after another.

Like a kaleidoscope, a spectrum of genre-crossing music—from pop to R&B to electronic—colors our everyday lives.

Tonight, you just might encounter a special song that resonates with your heart.

In this ever-expanding global music world, why not discover a new sense of wonder?

Trending Western Music [January 2025] (21–30)

Love GameSteve Aoki,Dr Phunk

Love Game

Love GameSteve Aoki,Dr Phunk

Teaming up across borders, American artist Steve Aoki and Dutch producer Dr.

Phunk deliver a track that will seize the hearts of electronic dance music (EDM) fans.

Its energetic beats and catchy melodies weave a 1-minute-and-52-second world that embodies the very essence of a “game of love.” Released on January 10, 2025, the song is structured with club and festival euphoria in mind.

It’s recommended for those who want to savor the full thrill of EDM or lose themselves on the dance floor.

Through this release, you can enjoy a musical experience where both artists’ distinctive styles fuse beautifully.

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The DoorTeddy Swims

Teddy Swims – The Door (Official Music Video)

The DoorTeddy Swims

The song by American artist Teddy Swims is characterized by a soulful vocal performance and a rhythmic melody.

Featured on the album “I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 1),” it delivers a moving portrayal of the resolve to break free from a toxic relationship.

The music video was released in April 2024, and the track garnered international attention, including airplay on Italian radio in May of the same year.

It was also performed at LOS40 Music Week in Barcelona, Spain, in November 2024, captivating the audience.

It’s a heartfelt recommendation for anyone seeking to rediscover self-worth and find liberation from difficult situations.

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Trending Western Music [January 2025] (31–40)

It Can’t Be ChristmasTom Grennan

Tom Grennan – It Can’t Be Christmas (City Sessions – Amazon Music Live)

It Can't Be ChristmasTom Grennan

The British singer-songwriter Tom Grennan released an Amazon Music exclusive in November 2024—a warm Christmas song that blends soulful pop with indie folk.

The poignant lyrics imagine a breakup with a lover and convey the loneliness of a Christmas spent apart.

In the chorus, the line “It’s not Christmas without you” is repeated, underscoring the message that spending the holiday with the one you love is the essence of Christmas.

As part of the promotion, Grennan surprised passersby with an impromptu performance at London’s St Pancras station.

It’s a recommended track for anyone who finds themselves thinking of someone special during the holiday season.

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Like HimTyler, The Creator Featuring Lola Young

Like Him

Like HimTyler, The Creator Featuring Lola Young

Released in October 2024 as a track on Tyler, the Creator’s album CHROMAKOPIA, this song is a soulful, piano-driven ballad.

Centered on themes of an absent father and the search for identity, it delves deeply into Tyler’s inner world.

Featuring rising British singer-songwriter Laura Young, the track gains added emotional depth that’s a key highlight.

CHROMAKOPIA has received high praise from many critics as a testament to Tyler’s musical growth and has also gained popularity on TikTok.

It’s a recommended listen for anyone reflecting on family relationships and self-understanding.

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Last SongAlan Walker, Faouzia

Alan Walker, Faouzia – Last Song (Official Lyric Video)

Last SongAlan Walker, Faouzia

A heart-stirring track has been born, woven from electronic soundscapes and emotional lyrics.

This collaboration between Norway’s Alan Walker and Canada’s Faouzia masterfully captures the feelings of heartbreak and parting.

With a powerful beat and delicate melodies fused in perfect balance, it resonates deeply with listeners.

Featured on the album “Walkerworld 2.0,” released in January 2025, the song stands as a symbol of Alan Walker’s new musical ambitions.

It’s recommended for anyone who wants to feel both the end of a romance and the beginning of something new.

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In conclusion

In January 2025, the international music scene is abuzz with tracks spanning a wide range of genres, from electronic sounds to Latin music.

Artists’ new ventures and innovative sounds born from the fusion of different styles continue to expand the possibilities of music.

Be sure to find a song that resonates with your heart.