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Famous Western songs everyone knows: a roundup of classic tunes you’ve heard somewhere before

Active club DJkento
Active club DJ. With over five years on the front lines of the club scene, they freely cross over from dance music to US hip-hop and Japanese rap. Blending in their own edits with assured mixing, they craft a unique groove that captivates the floor.
music writerKOH-1
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.

For those who mainly listen to Japanese music, foreign songs might not feel very familiar.

However, these days, hit Western tracks are used all over the place—as BGM for TV shows and social media videos, in commercials, and more—so even people who don’t usually listen to Western music have probably heard plenty of it.

In this article, we’ll introduce a bunch of those universally recognizable Western songs all at once.

You’ll likely find tracks you’ve heard but never knew the title of, as well as songs whose titles or artist names you’ve seen but never actually listened to.

Take this opportunity to discover the appeal of Western music!

Western songs everyone knows: a roundup of famous tunes you’ve heard somewhere (51–60)

Seven Nation ArmyThe White Stripes

The White Stripes – Seven Nation Army (Official Music Video)

Seven Nation ArmyThe White Stripes

A signature track by The White Stripes, characterized by its powerful riff and minimal sound.

Released by the American rock duo in February 2003, the song is included on their fourth album, Elephant.

Its lyrics, depicting a strong resolve to stay true to one’s will despite external pressure and criticism, resonated with many listeners.

The track won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Song and the MTV Video Music Award for Best Editing.

Embraced across the global sports scene, it is also widely used as a chant at international soccer tournaments.

With its simple yet clear chord progression and rhythmic pattern, it’s a highly recommended piece for those learning the basics of band performance.

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In conclusion

We’ve carefully selected and introduced Western songs that just about everyone has heard of. Many of them are tracks frequently played on TV, used in commercials, or popular on social media, so chances are you recognized most of the songs we featured. That said, there were probably some you haven’t listened to all the way through. If any caught your interest, take this opportunity to give them a full listen.