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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)

Suddenly I SeeKT Tunstall

KT Tunstall – Suddenly I See (Larger Than Life Version)

Suddenly I SeeKT Tunstall

The song released in August 2005 by Scottish singer-songwriter KT Tunstall is a captivating track that celebrates female strength.

Inspired by Patti Smith, it depicts her own musical awakening and gives listeners courage and hope.

Its sound incorporates pop-rock elements, and the vocals are both powerful and delicate.

The track was used as the opening theme for the film The Devil Wears Prada and as the theme song for the TV series Ugly Betty, winning the hearts of many.

It’s a recommended song for anyone ready to take a new step forward or wanting to believe in their own potential.

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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.