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Classic Western songs to listen to at night

I’ve selected some classic Western songs perfect for nighttime listening.From popular staples to hidden gems, it’s mostly mellow ballads and mid-tempo tracks.When you can’t sleep, instead of forcing yourself to, why not relax and enjoy some music?

Great Western Songs to Listen to at Night (101–110)

No One Is To BlameHoward Jones

Included on the 1985 album “Dream into Action.” Born in 1955.

A singer-songwriter from the UK.

Listening to his vocals set against a slow-flowing rhythm and a quiet, melancholic melody line makes my heart ache deep inside.

It’s OverLevel 42

Included on the 1987 album “Running in the Family.” A five-piece pop band from the UK formed in 1980.

While their early work had a strong jazz-funk flavor, around the time of this song they transformed into a band that performed beautiful pop songs.

Its fragile melody line makes it a track that really tugs at the heart.

NOMeghan Trainor

Meghan Trainor – NO (Official Video)
NOMeghan Trainor

This is a classic by Meghan Trainor that delivers a new dimension of pop with an acoustic-tinged sound and smooth vocal work.

It has a vibe that hits perfectly at night, and the result carries a certain timeless quality.

Smooth OperatorSade

Sade – Smooth Operator – Official – 1984
Smooth OperatorSade

Included on the 1984 album Diamond Life.

Born in 1959.

A singer-songwriter from Nigeria.

The track features a mid-tempo, languid rhythm and melodious sound that resonates through moody keys—quite striking.

Her slightly mysterious vocals suit the tone of the song very well, making it a good fit.

Holding Back The YearsSimply Red

Simply Red – Holding Back The Years (Official 4K Remaster)
Holding Back The YearsSimply Red

Included on the 1985 album “Picture Book.” A seven-piece pop band from Manchester formed in 1985.

It’s a pleasantly soothing track featuring Mick’s soulful vocals over a slow, gently flowing rhythm and a wet, mellow melody line.

Western masterpieces perfect for nighttime listening (111–120)

StarsSimply Red

Simply Red – Stars (Official Video)
StarsSimply Red

Simply Red is a band from the United Kingdom.

Centered around vocalist Mick Hucknall, they made their major debut in 1985.

Stars, released in 1991, topped the UK charts.

The song’s lyrics depict a man’s lingering feelings after being dumped, yet the sound remains gentle and romantic.

Englishman In New YorkSting

Included on the 1987 album …Nothing Like the Sun.

Born in 1951, he’s a British singer-songwriter.

Set to a mid-tempo, jazz-style rhythm with striking saxophone accents, his understated vocals ride over a smooth, mellow melody and come across incredibly cool.

The break in the middle is a nice touch, too.