Popular Western Music [March 2025]

Just Us (feat. Doja Cat)Jack Harlow

Jack Harlow – Just Us feat. Doja Cat

A track that epitomizes the trends of 2025 has arrived, where sweet melodies and captivating rap intertwine in exquisite balance.

It’s a collaboration between American rapper Jack Harlow and Doja Cat, known as an innovator in contemporary pop music.

Set in a popular Los Angeles restaurant, the music video—marked by an intimate vibe and stylish direction—has also drawn buzz for its star-studded cameos by John Mayer and Matt Damon.

Damon’s appearance, sparked by their co-starring turn in the 2024 film “The Instigators,” is another highlight.

With its laid-back beat and catchy melody, the song has made a big splash on social media and is gaining attention as an emblematic track that will define 2025.

Redemption (Ft. Nemzzz)Kidwild

Kidwild – Redemption Ft. Nemzzz [Music Video]

The standout release unveiled in January 2025 by Kidwild, a producer active in the UK’s underground scene, is an ambitious project featuring the rising UK hip-hop talent Nemz as a guest.

Melodic beats and polished rap mesh perfectly, resulting in a moving piece themed around self-renewal and liberation.

The track is included on the EP “Distro Kid,” with producer Kaiso also contributing to the production.

It showcases a compelling new direction for Kidwild, who has previously worked on singles like “Go Ghost” and “Indecisive (Is It A Crime).” It’s a perfect pick not only for fans of hip-hop and R&B, but also for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in deep, evocative lyrics.

Up From The BottomLinkin Park

Up From The Bottom (Official Music Video) – Linkin Park

Linkin Park, whose reboot with a new vocalist has been widely praised, delivered a powerful new track in March 2025 themed around inner struggle and rebirth.

Featuring Emily Armstrong’s soaring vocals in perfect harmony with Mike Shinoda’s rap, the song fuses the band’s heavy roots with a new-generation sound.

As the second single following the League of Legends World Championship theme song “Heavy Is the Crown,” it will be included on the deluxe edition of the album From Zero.

While sonically intense, the track also carries a sense of familiarity, making it perfect for exhilarating drives or whenever you want to elevate your mood.

It has been highly acclaimed among fans, and expectations are high for its performance on the world tour that kicked off in Mexico City.

Still BadLizzo

Lizzo – Still Bad (Official Video)

Lizzo, the American artist who captivates the world with her powerful, soulful vocals and strong messages.

Riding on a funky guitar riff reminiscent of the ’80s and a vibrant, driving beat, this track brims with self-belief and positive energy—an all-out number that fully showcases her signature style.

Since her debut, Lizzo has delivered hits like “Truth Hurts” and “Good as Hell,” and she took home three Grammys in 2020.

She further cemented her prowess by winning Record of the Year in 2023.

As the lead single from her album “Love In Real Life,” this song is sure to give anyone the courage to face forward.

It’s the perfect track when you need a boost or want to raise your motivation.

NOKIAPARTYNEXTDOOR & DRAKE

PARTYNEXTDOOR & DRAKE – NOKIA (Official Lyric Video)

A new collaborative track by PARTYNEXTDOOR and Drake, two artists who represent Canada and lead the global music scene.

Rooted in elements of electronic dance music, it’s crafted to ignite any party with sweat-inducing Atlanta-style beats and dazzling synthesizers.

Included on the collaborative album “$ome $exy $ongs 4 U,” released in February 2025, the track was produced by Erkan and earned high praise from Billboard, which wrote, “Daft Punk would be proud.” It’s a song sure to captivate many music fans as an anthem for summer club scenes and parties.

EVIL J0RDANPlayboi Carti

Playboi Carti – EVIL J0RDAN (Official Visualizer)

Atlanta-born rapper Playboi Carti is known for his experimental sound and mysterious presence.

On the tracks from his album “MUSIC,” released in March 2025, eerie strings and heavy 808 bass create a dark atmosphere.

Aggressive vocals that make use of his low register and an effective sample of “Popular” are featured.

The release peaked at No.

2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned 30.8 million streams in its first week.

With its aggressive sound and dark aesthetic, it’s a perfect track for late-night driving.

Sunset BlvdSelena Gomez, benny blanco

Selena Gomez, benny blanco – Sunset Blvd (Official Video)

A romantic track that paints the beginning of sweet love in a dreamlike world has arrived from popular American singer Selena Gomez.

It’s a March 2025 release from her collaborative album with Benny Blanco, “I Said I Love You First.” Within a fantastical soundscape that fuses synth-pop and dream pop, memories of a first date on Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles are vividly portrayed.

The music video, inspired by the film One from the Heart, exudes a retro atmosphere and beautifully recreates the charm of Old Hollywood.

It’s the perfect song for the rush of newly fallen love or when you want to look back on memories with someone special.