Classic Western songs to listen to at night

Policy Of TruthDepeche Mode

Depeche Mode – Policy of Truth (Official Video)

Included on the 1990 album Violator.

A three-piece synth-pop band from the UK formed in 1980.

Evolving from their early technopop style, by this period their sound had shifted into a lush, almost gothic aesthetic, and the melody of this song exudes a decadent atmosphere.

Living Inside MyselfGino Vannelli

LIVING INSIDE MYSELF – GINO VANNELLI – (1981)

Gino Vannelli is a singer-songwriter from Canada.

While he can’t be described as a major commercial success, he is known as a highly skilled vocalist who earns respect from fellow musicians.

“Living Inside Myself” is a song from his 1981 album Nightwalker.

His passionate vocal delivery overwhelms the listener.

Hollaback GirlGwen Stefani

Gwen Stefani – Hollaback Girl (Official Music Video)

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.

Days Of Wine & RosesOscar Peterson Trio

Days Of Wine & Roses / Oscar Peterson Trio

Oscar Peterson was a jazz pianist from the United States.

He was known as a virtuoso, but no matter how amazing the techniques he used or how difficult the pieces he played, he never showed any sign of struggle to his listeners.

He aimed to make his performances as easy to understand as possible, and to make listeners feel happy through his music.

The piece known in Japan as “Days of Wine and Roses” was recorded in 1964.

Although it is a short performance, you can hear both his polished playing and his high-speed improvisation in it.

Some DaySUM41

Sum 41 – Some Say (Official Music Video)

This is a renowned song by Sum 41, whose work is grounded in the melodious sound once called melodic hardcore—an exhilarating band style that sits between rock and punk rock.

It delivers an outstanding sense of freshness even at night, uplifting your spirits.

DriveSZA

SZA – Drive (Official Video)

The new song by SZA, a leading figure in the American R&B scene, is a track inspired by nighttime drives.

It’s included on her album “Lana,” released in December 2024, and highlights SZA’s deeply expressive vocals.

The song explores loneliness, the search for self-worth, and a sense of inner chaos, portraying a journey of self-discovery through a drive with no destination.

The music video features actor Ben Stiller and leaves a strong impression with scenes of driving along nighttime roads.

It’s a perfect pick for anyone looking to sort through their feelings or reflect on themselves.

Listen while driving or during a quiet night to fully immerse yourself in the song’s world.

LukaSuzanne Vega

Suzanne Vega – Luka

Included on the 1987 album “Solitude Standing.” Born in 1959, a singer-songwriter from California.

This song deals with the theme of child abuse.

Because it features a beautifully melodic line with an overall acoustic guitar sound, listening to it while understanding the lyrics gives it a very different flavor.

The chorus phrases make my chest tighten with emotion.