[30s] Popular Western Music Rankings [By Generation]

ChandelierSia15rank/position

Sia – Chandelier (Official Video)

She is Sia, the enigmatic Australian singer.

Her vocals and singing ability drew major attention with the 2011 collaboration “Titanium” with David Guetta.

Her clear, yet somehow wistful voice is especially popular.

A Thousand YearsChristina Perri16rank/position

Christina Perri – A Thousand Years [Official Music Video]

This song, which was used in the hugely popular vampire film series Twilight in Japan as well, could be called the ultimate love song.

It’s filled with deep love, because saying you’ll love someone for a lifetime is something that’s not easy to put into words.

Starboy ft. Daft PunkThe Weeknd17rank/position

The Weeknd – Starboy ft. Daft Punk (Official Video) ft. Daft Punk

The Weeknd is an R&B singer from Scarborough, Canada.

In 2010, despite being unknown, the songs he posted on the internet drew attention and made him widely known.

His sensual voice and mysterious music captivate listeners.

NumbLinkin Park18rank/position

Numb (Official Music Video) [4K UPGRADE] – Linkin Park

In the desperate struggle to live up to others’ expectations, you can lose sight of who you really are.

This song powerfully portrays that uniquely youthful conflict and anguish.

It repeatedly voices the exhaustion of continually performing the “ideal self” demanded by parents and teachers, the loneliness of being understood by no one, and the sense of emotions going numb—resonating deeply with listeners in their teens and twenties.

Beginning with gentle piano and synthesizer and erupting emotionally at the chorus, the arrangement is breathtaking.

Released in September 2003 as the third single from the album “Meteora,” it became a massive hit, topping the music charts for 12 consecutive weeks.

The music video, filmed in Prague, has surpassed one billion views and is highly acclaimed for its visual expression.

When you feel on the verge of losing your sense of self, this song will be there to stay by your side.

All Of MeJohn Legend19rank/position

John Legend – All of Me (Official Video)

This is the kind of song that makes you think, “I want someone to sing this to me!” without even meaning to.

I can’t get John’s voice out of my head.

In the music video, he looks simply wonderful singing and playing the piano.

The black-and-white filming enhances the song’s world even more, and his chemistry with the beautiful model makes my heart race.

MAGIC!Rude20rank/position

MAGIC! – Rude (Official Video)

This is a track with a wonderfully laid-back reggae vibe.

Especially on your days off, listening to it might help remove everyday stress.

It also works great as background music—neither too dark nor too bright, just right.

Its relaxed feel is what makes it incredibly appealing.

Wake Me UpAvicii21rank/position

Avicii – Wake Me Up (Official Video)

A single by Avicii released in 2013 that became a worldwide hit.

It’s a fresh fusion of country music and electronica—a catchy, addictive, and captivating sound.

It’s truly heartbreaking that he passed away so suddenly in 2018.