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Classic Western songs you want to listen to in the morning

This is a playlist of classic Western songs perfect for mornings, the kind that seem to help you wake up feeling refreshed.

It’s full of tracks that can help you enjoy a time of day that often feels rushed and stressful.

Great as background music on your commute or even as an alarm.

Great Western songs to listen to in the morning (11–20)

Alive And KickingSimple Minds

Simple Minds – Alive And Kicking
Alive And KickingSimple Minds

Included on the 1985 album “Once Upon a Time.” A seven-piece rock band from Scotland formed in 1977.

Set to a mid-tempo, powerful drum rhythm and a bold, uplifting melody, the vocalist delivers a powerful performance that makes you feel energized just by listening—such a song.

Sunday MorningMaroon 5

Songs by the American pop-rock band Maroon 5 are perfect additions to a morning playlist.

Their light, catchy melodies and comfortable rhythms bring a refreshing touch to the start of the day.

With musicality that incorporates elements of jazz and R&B, their sound suits the calm of the morning, and Adam Levine’s soaring vocals feel like a gentle push forward.

Featured on their 2002 debut album “Songs About Jane,” this track was also included on the soundtrack of the film “Love Actually.” It’s ideal for listening while enjoying your morning coffee or during your commute to work or school.

Angel Of The MorningMerrilee Rush & The Turnabouts

Merrilee Rush & The Turnabouts -[6]- Angel Of The Morning
Angel Of The MorningMerrilee Rush & The Turnabouts

Singer Merrilee Rush, who appeared on numerous American TV shows from the 1960s to the 1970s.

Her signature song, “Angel of the Morning,” was released in 1967.

It’s also known for having been written by singer-songwriter Chip Taylor, famed for “Wild Thing.” The track delivers a simple yet moving sound, making it perfect for waking up in the morning.

If you like country or pop, you’ll surely be hooked.

Why not let her gentle, soaring voice—so bright and heart-lifting—soothe you?

Mornin’Al Jarreau

Al Jarreau – Mornin’ (Official Video)
Mornin'Al Jarreau

Al Jarreau, the American singer-songwriter whose one-of-a-kind voice captivates listeners.

The masterpieces he crafted fill the heart with warm energy, like the gentle light of dawn spreading through a room.

Shimmering with hopeful melodies and woven with his signature scat and vocal percussion, the music carries a light, buoyant groove that sets the tone for a bright new day.

Released as a single from the album Jarreau in March 1983, this song reached No.

2 on the Adult Contemporary chart.

In 2006, a newly recorded version featuring George Benson won a Grammy Award.

It’s the perfect track for welcoming a refreshing morning or lifting your spirits.

A Fine Spring MorningBlossom Dearie

Blossom Dearie – A Fine Spring Morning
A Fine Spring MorningBlossom Dearie

This is a light jazz number by Blossom Dearie that evokes the fresh air of a morning.

Wrapped in the elegant atmosphere woven by her uniquely American vocal timbre and piano playing, you’re drawn into lyrics that celebrate the arrival of spring.

Included on her album “Blossom Dearie,” released by Verve in April 1957, the track has continued to be loved over the years, appearing on film and television soundtracks.

Add it to your morning routine and your day is sure to start on a brighter note.

It’s also a perfect pick for those looking to take a relaxing breather amid a busy daily life.

Water In My HeadBuck-O-Nine

Buck-O-Nine “Water In My Head” Music Video
Water In My HeadBuck-O-Nine

The title track from the 1996 EP “Water in My Head.” A seven-piece ska band from San Diego formed in 1991.

With its upbeat, irresistibly cheerful rhythm and the pleasant tone of the horn section, the ska-like melodies instantly lift your spirits.

They’re truly a bright, feel-good band.

Classic Western songs to listen to in the morning (21–30)

Hitchin’ A RideGreen Day

Green Day – Hitchin’ A Ride (Video)
Hitchin' A RideGreen Day

Included on the 1997 album “Nimrod.” A three-piece punk band from California formed in 1986.

It’s a striking track with a rhythm that beats like a march and an aggressive yet pop-leaning melody.

It features a sound reminiscent of a bolero, starting quietly and gradually growing louder.