[2026] Perfect for cafe time! A roundup of recommended Western songs to listen to at lunchtime
What kind of music do you listen to during your daily lunchtime or those afternoon moments spent at a café? There’s a magical, soothing quality to Western music that somehow heals the heart and colors those leisurely hours.
In this article, we introduce recommended Western songs—from refreshing tracks perfect for midday listening to calm tunes that suit a relaxed café afternoon.
Centered on pop, we’ve selected everything from the latest hits to timeless classics, so you’re sure to find a new favorite.
How about spending everyday moments with some wonderful music?
Playlist
| [2026] Perfect for cafe time! A roundup of recommended Western songs to listen to at lunchtime | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Lover GirlLaufey |  play_arrow | Icelandic jazz-pop singer, classic song |
| 2east | Man I NeedOlivia Dean |  play_arrow | Olivia Dean’s Art of Love |
| 3east | OpaliteTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | A song that steps beyond the past toward a new happiness |
| 4east | Take Me Dancing (ft. SZA)Doja Cat |  play_arrow | A synth-funk-style love song, brimming with nostalgia |
| 5east | ManchildSabrina Carpenter |  play_arrow | Sabrina’s summer pop, a song of exasperation toward an ex |
| 6east | Mystical MagicalBenson Boone |  play_arrow | A love song where nostalgia and freshness intertwine |
| 7east | WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!RAYE |  play_arrow | A fusion track of retro soul and R&B |
| 8east | clichémgk |  play_arrow | Shift from pop-punk to a dance-oriented direction |
| 9east | 12 to 12sombr |  play_arrow | Somber disco-style indie rock |
| 10east | RelationshipsHaim |  play_arrow | A soothing new song that portrays the struggles of love |
| 11east | All I Can SayKali Uchis |  play_arrow | Music that speaks dreams in retro R&B |
| 12east | In My YearsMen I Trust |  play_arrow | Men I Trust's dreamy sound |
| 13east | Don’t Remind Me (feat. Anderson .Paak)Amber Mark |  play_arrow | A sophisticated musicality that fuses diverse genres |
| 14east | 1965Jessie Murph |  play_arrow | Jessi Murph’s new song that’s popular on TikTok |
| 15east | YougotmefeelingParcels |  play_arrow | A fusion of retro disco and electropop |
| 16east | HappyPharrell Williams |  play_arrow | Pharrell’s iconic track that’s exhilarating and rich in world-building |
| 17east | Baby IAriana Grande |  play_arrow | Feeling uplifted by Ariana’s singing |
| 18east | One More TimeDaft Punk |  play_arrow | An iconic digital-sound track, addictive |
| 19east | This LoveMaroon 5 |  play_arrow | Maroon 5’s sophisticated masterpiece |
| 20east | New RulesDua Lipa |  play_arrow | A refreshing and pleasant Dua Lipa song |
| 21east | Let It All OutLEISURE |  play_arrow | New Zealand collective band with diverse musicality |
| 22east | CAN’T STOP THE FEELING!Justin Timberlake |  play_arrow | A summer pop tune that makes my heart dance |
| 23east | Free Fallin’John Mayer |  play_arrow | Beautiful arpeggios on the acoustic guitar… |
| 24east | Because Of YouNe-Yo |  play_arrow | A fusion track of a catchy song and house |
| 25east | U Remind MeUsher |  play_arrow | Usher’s soul-stirring R&B hit |
| 26east | I’m YoursJason Mraz |  play_arrow | A lighthearted summer love song |
| 27east | That’s The Way It IsCéline Dion |  play_arrow | Celine Dion from Canada, in 1999... |
| 28east | Bad DayDaniel Powter |  play_arrow | The title may be negative, calling it “The Worst Day,” but… |
| 29east | TightSamara Joy |  play_arrow | "Tight" is the 2023 cafe BG... |
| 30east | TreacherousTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | Taylor's soothing singing voice and music |
| 31east | happy imUMI |  play_arrow | Umi is an R&B sing… with Japanese and American roots |
| 32east | Je veuxZAZ |  play_arrow | ZAZ, the songstress who represents France. And yet… |
| 33east | Glue Songbeabadoobee |  play_arrow | Beabadoobee’s “Glue Son…” |
| 34east | Bam Bam ft. Ed SheeranCamila Cabello |  play_arrow | Captivates listeners with a useful yet dazzling singing voice… |
| 35east | Rainy Days And MondaysCarpenters |  play_arrow | You can’t talk about Western music without this person. Time moves on… |
| 36east | Sunday MorningMaroon 5 |  play_arrow | Set against a Sunday morning where the gentle sound of rain echoes, serene… |
| 37east | ceilingsLizzy McAlpine |  play_arrow | Staring at the ceiling and the plaster, the time that has passed... |
| 38east | Good LifeOneRepublic |  play_arrow | A refreshing track that evokes the arrival of spring. The pre... |
| 39east | SofiaClairo |  play_arrow | Impressive for its gentle voice and pleasant melody... |
| 40east | New LightJohn Mayer |  play_arrow | An homage to the music styles of the 1980s… |
| 41east | Little ThingsJorja Smith |  play_arrow | Characterized by a light, lively rhythm and a soulful singing voice... |
| 42east | Peaches ft. Daniel Caesar, GiveonJustin Bieber |  play_arrow | Characterized by a refreshing vibe and a pleasant groove… |
| 43east | Chamber Of ReflectionMac DeMarco |  play_arrow | An impressive, introspective piece for synthesizer |
| 44east | Baby I’m A FoolMelody Gardot |  play_arrow | A gentle singing voice and a sophisticated jazz sound... |
| 45east | Cold Little HeartMichael Kiwanuka |  play_arrow | An emotional song that portrays conflict and self-loathing |
| 46east | Come Away With MeNorah Jones |  play_arrow | A gentle, soothing melody and a warm-hearted song... |
| 47east | Loving is Easy (feat. Benny Sings)REX ORANGE COUNTY |  play_arrow | Convey the joy of loving in a simple, comforting wa… |
| 48east | 22Taylor Swift |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of the anxieties and brilliance of youth |
| 49east | Every Little StepBobby Brown |  play_arrow | Bobbi Brown’s exhilarating and popular classic song |
| 50east | Never Be The SameCamila Cabello |  play_arrow | A perfect summer song by Camila Cabello |
| 51east | Yeah 3xChris Brown |  play_arrow | A superb-sounding classic by Chris Brown |
| 52east | That’s My GirlFifth Harmony |  play_arrow | Fifth Harmony’s bright hit song |
| 53east | Suit & TieJustin Timberlake |  play_arrow | Justin’s exhilarating and sexy track |
| 54east | Suddenly I SeeKT Tunstall |  play_arrow | Katie Tunstall’s soothing classic |
| 55east | Bleeding LoveLeona Lewis |  play_arrow | The moving masterpiece by Leona Lewis |
| 56east | HeroMariah Carey |  play_arrow | The Appeal of Mariah Carey's Music |
| 57east | Billie JeanMichael Jackson |  play_arrow | Michael Jackson's masterpiece |
| 58east | SunriseNorah Jones |  play_arrow | Nora Jones’s neo-soul classic |
| 59east | TouchOMARION |  play_arrow | Omarion’s polished masterpiece |
| 60east | Wrapped UpOlly Murs |  play_arrow | A moody daytime track that's comfortable for dancing |
| 61east | ParisThe Chainsmokers |  play_arrow | A classic with a pleasant sound, a Buddhist theme song |
| 62east | Beautiful NowZedd feat. Jon Bellion |  play_arrow | A delightful classic of electro sound |
| 63east | Take On Mea-ha |  play_arrow | A classic masterpiece from the dawn of dance music |
| 64east | BUBBLYColbie Caillat |  play_arrow | Perfect for brightening up breakfast time: Colby… |
| 65east | Breakfast At Tiffany’sDeep Blue Something |  play_arrow | Lead singer Todd Pipes is filmin… |
| 66east | Let’s Stay TogetherAl Green |  play_arrow | Legendary soul singer Al Green... |
| 67east | Aged Eyes (feat. Kaya Thomas-Dyke)Alfa Mist |  play_arrow | A talented musician from the United Kingdom, … |
| 68east | RehabAmy Winehouse |  play_arrow | The now-deceased legendary female singer, Amy W... |
| 69east | TelephoneAndy Shauf |  play_arrow | Andy Shauf’s “Telepho… |
| 70east | Pyjamas (ft Remi Wolf)Benny Sings |  play_arrow | Benny Sings and Remi Wolf’s… |
| 71east | Buffalo SoldierBob Marley & The Wailers |  play_arrow | Bob Marley’s classic song “Buffalo…” |
| 72east | We Were Never Really FriendsBruno Major |  play_arrow | To further enrich the tranquil moments at a café, ... |
| 73east | Another HalfCautious Clay, Julian Lage |  play_arrow | Looking for music that blends into the calm hours of a cafe... |
| 74east | Time After TimeCyndi Lauper |  play_arrow | A classic song co-starring with Sarah McLachlan |
| 75east | Love, Love, LoveDonny Hathaway |  play_arrow | Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wo… |
| 76east | UndoneEgo Ella May |  play_arrow | As background music playing during a relaxing time at a cafe... |
| 77east | Drunk On A FlightEloise |  play_arrow | “Drunk On A Flight” is… |
| 78east | PedestalEm Beihold |  play_arrow | Mr./Ms. M. Beiholt’s song “Pedest…” |
| 79east | Black GoldEsperanza Spalding |  play_arrow | The arti… who is gaining popularity as a jazz singer |
| 80east | THREE STRIKES (Feat. Khalid)HONNE |  play_arrow | The popular duo HONNE’s “THREE ST…” |
| 81east | From The StartLaufey |  play_arrow | A brilliantly talented singer born in Iceland… |
| 82east | ok with itLyn Lapid |  play_arrow | A Filipino American born in 2002… |
| 83east | every day is a gameNight Tapes |  play_arrow | That meditative thing draped in the atmosphere of nighttime London… |
| 84east | EvergreenOmar Apollo |  play_arrow | Lately, with the revival boom and all, … |
| 85east | Open UpPREP |  play_arrow | A pop, cute melody gently fills the café… |
| 86east | Ay AmorRafa Pabön, Buika |  play_arrow | A super talented woman who would probably be among the top five in the world… |
| 87east | Feeling Good TodayFaye Webster |  play_arrow | Born in 1997, from Atlanta, Georgia, USA... |
| 88east | As It WasHarry Styles |  play_arrow | The globally popular boy group, One... |
| 89east | Three Little Birds (From Bob Marley: One Love)Kacey Musgraves |  play_arrow | American country singer, Kacey... |
| 90east | California GurlsKaty Perry ft. Snoop Dogg |  play_arrow | A super pop and cute PV that's so Katie-like, and it has... |
| 91east | Tik TokKe$ha |  play_arrow | Kesha’s striking dance-pop and electro… |
| 92east | Dream a little dream of meMama Cass Eliot |  play_arrow | Speaking of a stylish vibe, it’s gotta be jazzy... |
| 93east | SugarMaroon 5 |  play_arrow | This song often plays at stylish cafes... |
| 94east | Wildest DreamsTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | A popular country (music) artist who has visited Japan many times… |
| 95east | One Day At The TimeW.E.T |  play_arrow | Perfect to listen to on a day when you want to relax and take it easy... |
| 96east | The DaysAvicii |  play_arrow | A reality variety show on the Fuji TV network... |
| 97east | Cry Like a RainstormBonnie Raitt |  play_arrow | Rain is never the kind of weather that makes your heart feel bright and clear... |
| 98east | One Call AwayCharlie Puth |  play_arrow | Charlie Puth's album "Nine ..." |
| 99east | Cake By The OceanDNCE |  play_arrow | While it's a rockin'-style dance tune, it still... |
| 100east | Under The SunFortune |  play_arrow | It feels like I’ve wandered into a French literary film… |
| 101east | You’re BeautifulJames Blunt |  play_arrow | The melodies and singing that play during the lunch break make the afternoon... |
| 102east | Space CowboyJamiroquai |  play_arrow | The second album released in 1994... |
| 103east | SugerMaroon 5 | play_arrow | A celebratory song by Maroon 5, for a wedding... |
| 104east | Live While We’re YoungOne Direction |  play_arrow | This is also a famous One Direction song, isn’t it… |
| 105east | Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen |  play_arrow | Our managers know each other, so this collaboration... |
| 106east | Raise Your GlassP!nk |  play_arrow | This signature number by P!nk. Truly… |
| 107east | I’m Not The Only OneSam Smith |  play_arrow | My personal ranking: the number-one tear-jerking music video… |
| 108east | Every Day Is a Winding RoadSheryl Crow |  play_arrow | The quintessential American country singer’s rep… |
| 109east | Shake It OffTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | From one of the world’s songstresses, Taylor Swift’s famous song... |
| 110east | cry baby cryThe Beatles |  play_arrow | In Japan, when you mention the Beatles, HELP! is the one that... |
| 111east | Take It EasyThe Eagles |  play_arrow | "Hotel California"-famous The Eag... |
| 112east | Lovely DayBill Withers |  play_arrow | A jazzy ballad that approaches gently… |
| 113east | Everything To MeMonica |  play_arrow | During the dawn of rhythm and blues, an overwhelming... |
| 114east | In TimeSly And The Famiy Stone |  play_arrow | A collection centered on funk and dance classics... |
| 115east | TaxiTweet |  play_arrow | A rich vocal sensibility and the neo-soul gr... |
| 116east | I Really Like YouCarly Rae Jepsen |  play_arrow | A fresh, pop four-on-the-floor house track |
| 117east | Castle On The HillEd Sheeran |  play_arrow | Ed Sheeran’s sophisticated musicality |
| 118east | PowerLittle Mix |  play_arrow | The iconic song by Little Mix, a feeling of exhilaration |
| 119east | Take A BowRihanna |  play_arrow | Rihanna’s popular songs, sophisticated tracks |
| 120east | Your SongRita Ora |  play_arrow | Rita Ora’s Latin sound is refreshing—a perfect classic to listen to during the day. |
| 121east | Club TropicanaWham! |  play_arrow | Catchy and gentle songs feel pleasant. |
| 122east | Lush LifeZara Larsson |  play_arrow | A catchy vocal track with a sense of transparency |
| 123east | Waiting For LoveAvicii |  play_arrow | Bright daytime club music |