[2026] Western music you've heard at least once — from trending new tracks to timeless classics

Someone Like YouAdele

Adele – Someone Like You (Official Music Video)

This is a track by the British singer Adele, a multiple Grammy winner and nominee.

The song is included on her album 21.

In Japan, it was used as an insert song for the drama A Breathless Summer, starring Emi Takei and Yosuke Eguchi.

Her husky, heart-piercing vocals are especially memorable.

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ShallowLady Gaga

Lady Gaga, Bradley Cooper – Shallow (from A Star Is Born) (Official Music Video)

This is a famous song performed in the film A Star Is Born by Lady Gaga, a global superstar, and Bradley Cooper, who wears many hats as an actor, film director, and singer.

It is a piece that passionately conveys the feelings of the characters in the movie who yearn to know one another more deeply.

It’s one of the tracks from the soundtrack that has sold 3 million copies worldwide.

The gentle tone of the acoustic guitar is very soothing.

As the movie’s theme song, it was featured extensively across many media outlets, so many people are likely familiar with it.

like JENNIEJENNIE

JENNIE – like JENNIE (Official Video)

This track features a powerful beat and energetic sound, showcasing the full extent of Jennie’s talent as a solo artist from South Korea.

With lyrics and performance that boldly foreground her unique style and identity, it highlights her confidence and individuality.

The song is included on her debut album “Ruby,” released in March 2025, and collaborations with a diverse range of artists—including Dua Lipa—have also drawn attention.

To celebrate the album’s release, Jennie held a showcase titled “The Ruby Experience” in three cities around the world, deepening her connection with fans.

This is the perfect song for those who love strong beats or are looking to discover a new side of themselves.

Rain On MeLady Gaga, Ariana Grande

Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande – Rain On Me (Official Music Video)

In 2020, Lady Gaga—our beloved Gaga—made a triumphant return to pure dance-pop and scored a massive hit with her album Chromatica.

In a year of global upheaval, many people found strength and solace in its powerful, uplifting tracks.

Among them, the single Rain On Me not only topped the charts in the United States but also reached number one in the UK, becoming a worldwide hit.

Even if you weren’t familiar with Gaga’s music, chances are you’ve heard it at least once.

Featuring the leading young pop star Ariana Grande as a guest, it’s a fantastic song where the girl power of two vocal powerhouses truly explodes.

Naomi Watanabe’s parody music video—reportedly praised by Gaga’s own MV production team—is also of remarkable quality, so be sure to enjoy it alongside the original MV and compare the two!

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Karma ChameleonCulture Club

Culture Club – Karma Chameleon (Official Music Video)

In the chorus, they say “Karma Chameleon,” don’t they? That’s a song by Culture Club, a band from London, England.

It was released in 1983, but it’s a completely lean track with the band’s essence distilled into it, and it still feels fresh even now.

Top of the WorldCarpenters

Top of the world [Japanese translation & with English lyrics] Carpenters

Top of the World is a song everyone has heard at least once.

It’s one of the Carpenters’ signature tracks.

While the Carpenters excel at slightly sentimental, mellow songs, Top of the World is a bright masterpiece that lets you feel the joy of being with the one you love.

Oh, Pretty WomanRoy Orbison

Roy Orbison – Oh, Pretty Woman (Audio)

Released in 1964, this Roy Orbison song is also famous as the theme song of the 1990 blockbuster film Pretty Woman.

According to a British TV program, it ranked ninth among the most lucrative songs in music copyright history, proving how widely the track has been used.