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Classic Western songs you want to listen to late at night

At night, you kind of feel like listening to something a bit stylish, don’t you? For people like that, Western music is a great choice.

This time, I’ve selected some classic Western tracks that perfectly suit the late-night vibe.

If you usually listen to Japanese pop, why not take this opportunity to give Western music a try?

Great Western Songs to Listen to Late at Night (21–30)

Give Me The NightGeorge Benson

George Benson – Give Me The Night (12”)
Give Me The NightGeorge Benson

George Benson is a fusion guitarist and singer from the United States.

Although he initially played gritty, down-to-earth jazz, from the late 1970s he gradually shifted toward a more fusion-oriented sound.

Then, on his 1980 album Give Me the Night, he took on the vocals himself, and it became a hit.

The AnthemGood Charlotte

Good Charlotte – The Anthem (Official Video)
The AnthemGood Charlotte

It’s a classic by Good Charlotte, whose high-energy punk rock sound and polished vocals convey the pride of having survived the rock warring era.

Its refined melodic sense sticks with you, making it a refreshing track that’s perfect for night drives or walks.

Classic Western songs you want to listen to late at night (31–40)

MinorityGreen Day

Green Day – Minority (HD Upscale) [Official Music Video]
MinorityGreen Day

This is a classic by Green Day, pioneers of the mixture style whose fast-paced band sound has influenced many Japanese rock artists.

The song’s world-building is excellent, and it has a refreshing quality that enhances the nighttime atmosphere, making you want to go for a drive or even break into a run.

Hollaback GirlGwen Stefani

Gwen Stefani – Hollaback Girl (Official Music Video)
Hollaback GirlGwen Stefani

This is a famous track by Gwen Stefani, offered as a piece that blends a hard-hitting beat with airy, distinctive vocals, creating a curious yet danceable feel.

Its appealing, rudy nighttime texture makes it a perfect match after dark, and its musicality—favored not only in club scenes but also at other kinds of parties—lingers in the ear.

Still A Friend Of MineIncognito

The early 1990s saw a boom in acid jazz.

One of the acts that found success in this genre was Incognito.

Formed in 1979, their band name is said to mean “anonymous.” Still a Friend of Mine is a 1993 release.

While it shimmers with a sense of brightness, it also has a certain calm that, curiously, puts you at ease even when you listen at night.

Space CowboyJamiroquai

Jamiroquai – Space Cowboy (Official Video)
Space CowboyJamiroquai

This classic by Jamiroquai features a distinctive, floating vibe where uniquely soaring vocals fit perfectly with a disco-funk and acid jazz mood.

It’s crafted to let your mind drift into the cosmos at night, making it an accomplished piece you can return to and enjoy time and again.

A Nightingale Sang In Berkley SquareManhattan Transfer

Manhattan Transfer – A Nightingale Sang In Berkley Square
A Nightingale Sang In Berkley SquareManhattan Transfer

The Manhattan Transfer’s “A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square,” by the American vocal group, was released in 1990.

This work is a masterpiece of a cappella.

Although they produced many pop-leaning tracks in the ’80s, songs like this remind you that their true forte is making music with nothing but their voices.

Each individual voice is like a precisely tuned instrument.

In a word: magnificent.