Oldies of Western Music: Popular Rankings [2026]
I’ve picked out some classic Western pop songs that have been popular so far.
I’m introducing them in a ranking format, in order of the most plays.
Take a look to see what kinds of songs are popular and use it as a reference.
The playlist is also being updated.
Playlist
| Oldies of Western Music: Popular Rankings [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Bohemian RhapsodyQueen |  play_arrow | A quintessential work of 1970s dance music… |
| 2 | Don’t Look Back In AngerOasis |  play_arrow | Oasis classic “Wonderwall” inspires people |
| 3 | More Than WordsExtreme |  play_arrow | A moving love song by Extreme |
| 4 | Every Breath You TakeThe Police |  play_arrow | A hit song by The Police has held the number-one spot for eight consecutive weeks. |
| 5 | Take On Mea-ha |  play_arrow | The shimmering, sparkling tones of the synthesizer leave an impression… |
| 6 | Sweet Child O’ MineGuns N’ Roses |  play_arrow | A track that is indispensable when talking about the history of heavy metal… |
| 7 | Basket CaseGreen Day |  play_arrow | In the alternative rock scene of the ’90s... |
| 8 | Time After TimeCyndi Lauper |  play_arrow | The iconic 80s classic “Time After Time.” |
| 9 | Stairway To HeavenLed Zeppelin |  play_arrow | Legendary rock ballad, a supreme masterpiece |
| 10 | Hotel CaliforniaThe Eagles |  play_arrow | Eagles, the legendary country rock band |
| 11 | Open ArmsJourney |  play_arrow | Journey’s classic song “Open Arms” is moving. |
| 12 | Livin’ On A PrayerBon Jovi |  play_arrow | Introduce Bon Jovi’s hit songs |
| 13 | November RainGuns N’ Roses |  play_arrow | A classic song by Guns N' Roses |
| 14 | I Want It That WayBackstreet Boys |  play_arrow | A Backstreet Boys classic that portrays the conflicts of love |
| 15 | Karma ChameleonCulture Club |  play_arrow | Culture Club’s classic hit conquers the world |
| 16 | Don’t Stop BelievinJourney |  play_arrow | I recommend Journey’s classic song “Don’t Stop Believin’.” |
| 17 | Private EyesDaryl Hall & John Oates |  play_arrow | A classic hit from the ’80s that portrays trust and doubt in love |
| 18 | AfricaTOTO |  play_arrow | Toto’s signature song “Africa,” with its refined musicality |
| 19 | JumpVan Halen |  play_arrow | Introducing Van Halen’s signature song “Jump” |
| 20 | WannabeSpice Girls |  play_arrow | Spice Girls friendship song |
| 21 | EverlongFoo Fighters |  play_arrow | Grunge rock masterpiece: the intersection of love and hope |
| 22 | Enter SandmanMetallica |  play_arrow | A shocking event that shook the metal scene of the ’90s… |
| 23 | Under The BridgeRed Hot Chili Peppers |  play_arrow | A ballad depicting Ross’s loneliness and love |
| 24 | WonderwallOasis |  play_arrow | The appeal of Oasis’s classic song “Wonderwall” |
| 25 | Smells Like Teen SpiritNirvana |  play_arrow | The gen… that changed the music scene of the ’90s, |
| 26 | Beat ItMichael Jackson |  play_arrow | Made an indelible mark on music history as the “King of Pop”… |
| 27 | AloneHeart |  play_arrow | A sentimental yet powerful masterpiece that stirs the heart. |
| 28 | Hard To Say I’m SorryCHICAGO |  play_arrow | The classic song “Hard to Say,” which sings of the pain of heartbreak. |
| 29 | CreepRadiohead |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that expresses Radiohead’s loneliness and sense of alienation |
| 30 | Stayin’ AliveBee Gees |  play_arrow | Funky grooves and striking rhythms are espe… |
| 31 | Are You Gonna Go My WayLenny Kravitz |  play_arrow | Lenny Kravitz’s 90s rock hit song |
| 32 | SeptemberEarth, Wind & Fire |  play_arrow | A groove-filled masterpiece that captivates the heart. |
| 33 | With Or Without YouU2 |  play_arrow | U2’s signature song, a love song that hit No. 1 in the US |
| 34 | Purple HazeThe Jimi Hendrix Experience |  play_arrow | Jimi Hendrix 1967 psychedelic classic |
| 35 | Smoke on the WaterDeep Purple |  play_arrow | Deep Purple’s classic song, Burn |
| 36 | Black Or WhiteMichael Jackson |  play_arrow | A classic that represents 90s dance music… |
| 37 | Never Gonna Give You UpRick Astley |  play_arrow | Debuting as a solo singer in 1987, they instantly... |
| 38 | Girls Just Want To Have FunCyndi Lauper |  play_arrow | Cyndi Lauper’s classic song “Girls” |
| 39 | ThrillerMichael Jackson |  play_arrow | Loved as the King of Pop in many countries… |
| 40 | Purple RainPrince |  play_arrow | A genius artist who represents the 1980s and… |
| 41 | Eye Of The TigerSurvivor |  play_arrow | A boxing-themed film, Rocky... |
| 42 | 1979The Smashing Pumpkins |  play_arrow | A nostalgic song from The Smashing Pumpkins’ youth |
| 43 | LoserBeck |  play_arrow | Beck creates innovative music by fusing multiple genres |
| 44 | Back in BlackAC/DC |  play_arrow | The appeal of AC/DC’s classic song “Back in Black” |
| 45 | Let’s DanceDavid Bowie |  play_arrow | The musicality and depth of spirit of David Bowie |
| 46 | Shape Of My HeartSting |  play_arrow | Film music by Sting and Dominic |
| 47 | I Will Always Love YouWhitney Houston |  play_arrow | The ultimate love song about stepping aside for the one you love |
| 48 | The Final CountdownEurope |  play_arrow | A representative Nordic metal band, currently active. |
| 49 | You Give Love A Bad NameBon Jovi |  play_arrow | A Bon Jovi classic that's perfect for a summer drive |
| 50 | Tears in HeavenEric Clapton |  play_arrow | Elegy for Eric Clapton’s son |
| 51 | Hot StuffDonna Summer |  play_arrow | Donna Summer, 'Hot Stuff' is a legendary song. |
| 52 | Don’t SpeakNo Doubt |  play_arrow | This song, which depicts the pain of a relationship’s end, was a hit in the ’90s… |
| 53 | Take My Breath AwayBerlin |  play_arrow | Love theme song from Top Gun |
| 54 | Song 2Blur |  play_arrow | Blur’s destructive guitar sound shocks the music scene |
| 55 | AngelAerosmith |  play_arrow | Aerosmith’s classic song “Angel,” perfect for autumn |
| 56 | Like A VirginMadonna |  play_arrow | The appeal of Madonna’s classic hits from the ’80s |
| 57 | Blue MondayNew Order |  play_arrow | Overcoming the tragedy of their former band, the dance floor… |
| 58 | Waiting for a Girl Like YouForeigner |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring song born from meeting the woman of destiny |
| 59 | IrisGoo Goo Dolls |  play_arrow | The earnest longing of an angel who chooses love with a human |
| 60 | Let’s GrooveEarth, Wind & Fire |  play_arrow | Funk music and disco mus… |
| 61 | Uptown GirlBilly Joel |  play_arrow | A love story between a young worker and an upper-class woman |
| 62 | Dream OnAerosmith |  play_arrow | Aerosmith’s classic “Dream On” becomes a legend |
| 63 | To Be With YouMr. BIG |  play_arrow | Includes Mr. Big’s signature song “To Be With You.” |
| 64 | Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest WordElton John |  play_arrow | Elton John's classic song that sings about the pain of a broken heart |
| 65 | That’s The Way (I Like It)KC and The Sunshine Band |  play_arrow | Soulful vocals and a lively rhythm leave a strong impression… |
| 66 | Crazy TrainOzzy Osbourne |  play_arrow | A classic song by Ozzy, a pioneer of heavy metal |
| 67 | Heaven Is a Place On EarthBelinda Carlisle |  play_arrow | An iconic hit from the ’80s, Belinda Carlisle’s classic. |
| 68 | The ReflexDuran Duran |  play_arrow | A classic song by a British band that defined the MTV era |
| 69 | Pump Up The JamTechnotronic |  play_arrow | The 1990s, a decade that saw remarkable growth in electronic music... |
| 70 | Can’t Fight This FeelingREO Speed Wagon |  play_arrow | REO Speedwagon's classic song |
| 71 | My Heart Will Go OnCéline Dion |  play_arrow | Titanic theme song, a famous masterpiece that sings of love |
| 72 | Crazy for YouMadonna |  play_arrow | Madonna’s signature ballad that earned her first Grammy nomination |
| 73 | U Can’t Touch ThisMC Hammer |  play_arrow | So danceable it’ll make your body start swaying before you know it... |
| 74 | Another One Bites the DustQueen |  play_arrow | A signature song by Queen, with a black music vibe. |
| 75 | Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get EnoughMichael Jackson |  play_arrow | Michael Jackson’s classic hit, disco music |
| 76 | Virtual InsanityJamiroquai |  play_arrow | The acid jazz groove, hugely popular in Japan as well… |
| 77 | FootlooseKenny Loggins |  play_arrow | A vibrant, energetic dance tune that epitomizes the 1980s |
| 78 | Saving All My Love For YouWhitney Houston |  play_arrow | A classic that captivates with its passionate vocals |
| 79 | Your SongElton John |  play_arrow | Elton John’s Music and Achievements |
| 80 | And The Beat Goes OnThe Whispers |  play_arrow | An iconic song that sees heartbreak in a positive light, with a rhythm that resonates with the heart. |
| 81 | 99 LuftballonsNena |  play_arrow | A prayer for peace, a classic of 80s synth-pop |
| 82 | You Really Got MeThe Kinks |  play_arrow | The Kinks’ innovative guitar sound |
| 83 | Stand By MeBen E. King |  play_arrow | Stand by Me is a timeless classic that transcends generations. |
| 84 | Do They Know It’s Christmas?Band Aid |  play_arrow | Charity song for Ethiopian famine relief |
| 85 | Born To Be WildSteppenwolf |  play_arrow | An anthem of the freedom and adventure of 60s rock |
| 86 | Losing My ReligionR.E.M. |  play_arrow | R.E.M.’s summer-leaning alternative rock |
| 87 | It Must Have Been LoveRoxette |  play_arrow | A heart-touching hit song that sings of the pain of heartbreak |
| 88 | Down UnderMen At Work |  play_arrow | 1980s hit songs from Australia |
| 89 | Killing In the NameRage Against The Machine |  play_arrow | Campaign for classic socially critical rock songs |
| 90 | Don’t You Want MeThe Human League |  play_arrow | A wistful love song by The Human League from the ’80s |
| 91 | (I Can’t Get No) SatisfactionThe Rolling Stones |  play_arrow | The Rolling Stones’ socially critical rock |
| 92 | Pour Some Sugar On MeDef Leppard |  play_arrow | A summer-ready rock song with exhilarating guitar riffs |
| 93 | LovefoolThe Cardigans |  play_arrow | The popular Swedish band, The Cardiga... |
| 94 | Daydream BelieverThe Monkees |  play_arrow | The Monkees' classic hits are popular in Japan as well. |
| 95 | Lost In Your EyesDebbie Gibson |  play_arrow | A heartwarming night with a charming love song |
| 96 | Live ForeverOasis |  play_arrow | The Oasis classic “Live Forever” |
| 97 | RelaxFrankie Goes To Hollywood |  play_arrow | An edgy smash hit from the ’80s |
| 98 | My GenerationThe Who |  play_arrow | My Generation revolutionary masterpiece |
| 99 | Summer Of ’69Bryan Adams |  play_arrow | Brian, a rock singer from Canada... |
| 100 | Total Eclipse of the HeartBonnie Tyler |  play_arrow | Bonnie Tyler’s classic, resonant in the heart |