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

This HellRina Sawayama

Rina Sawayama – This Hell (Official Music Video)

Rina Sawayama, a Japanese singer based in London, is not only gaining popularity overseas but also making a big splash in Japan, appearing on a morning TV show like “Sukkiri.” One of her best-known songs is “This Hell.” It’s a pop track with a pleasantly metal-tinged sound.

As the title suggests, it takes “hell” as its theme, but the message is actually uplifting, sending encouragement to women everywhere.

Be sure to check out the CD cover that became a hot topic alongside the song, too.

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Video Killed The Radio StarThe Buggles

The Buggles – Video Killed The Radio Star (Official Music Video)

This song was a massive hit, reaching number one on the UK charts at the time, and is often described as electronic pop.

The lyrics praise the era when radio was dominant and reflect on singers who lost their jobs with the advent of television.

The music video is also famous for being the first ever broadcast when MTV launched in the United States.

Sun In Our EyesMØ, Diplo

MØ, Diplo – Sun In Our Eyes (Official Lyric Video)

Sun In Our Eyes is a track by Danish singer MØ and hit-making American producer Diplo.

Her English, tinged with a Danish accent, gives the song an eccentric vibe.

This one is sure to light up the club as well.

You’ll Be In My HeartPhil Collins

Phil Collins – You’ll Be In My Heart

Famous from Tarzan, this song has an unforgettable melody that makes you feel the power of the natural world.

It’s a tune anyone can relate to—whether it’s romantic love between partners or the love of family.

The English is relatively simple, so it’s easy to sing at karaoke and sure to get people excited.

See You Later, AlligatorBill Haley & His Comets

BILL HALEY & His Comets – See You Later Alligator /Rock Around The Clock (live in Belgium 1958)

It reached No.

7 in the U.S.

in 1956.

It was a bona fide million seller, but because the image of “Bill Haley = Rock Around the Clock” is so strong, this song remains somewhat hidden.

The original by Bobby Charles has a sound close to the roots of R&B, whereas their version follows directly in the vein of “Rock Around the Clock,” turning it into a flashy rock ’n’ roll number.

I WillThe Beatles

I Will – The Beatles

It’s one of the many masterpieces by the Beatles.

The song itself is short, but it’s a simple and gentle love song.

It matches the Beatles’ warm vocals, making it a track you’ll want to replay over and over.

The English is grammatically simple, so it’s easy to understand and also easy to sing at karaoke.

People are PeopleDepeche Mode

Depeche Mode – People Are People

Reached No.

13 in the U.S.

in 1984.

As a central figure of the British New Wave, they continue to be active to this day.

“People Are People” is one of their signature songs, and it was power-played as the entrance music for swimming at the 1985 Universiade.