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Whistling classics: delightful whistle songs that make you happy and inspire you to practice

Can you whistle? Many of you might have played around and whistled when you were kids.

In fact, whistling is so popular now that there’s even a world championship where advanced techniques are judged.

In this article, we’ll introduce songs with memorable whistling, songs themed around whistling, and songs you’ll want to play on the whistle.

If you already love whistling or are thinking of starting, be sure to give them a listen.

By the way, for practice pieces, we recommend “Do-Re-Mi” and “Frog Song.”

Whistling masterpieces: delightful whistling songs that make you happy and want to practice (21–30)

Kill Em With KindnessSelena Gomez

Selena Gomez – Kill Em With Kindness
Kill Em With KindnessSelena Gomez

This is ‘Kill Em With Kindness’ by Selena Gomez, an American singer, actress, and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.

It’s a song filled with a strong, resolute message: respond to people who casually say hurtful things on social media with kindness, and keep moving forward on your own path without letting it get to you.

I’d love for everyone who uses social media to listen to this track.

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Sad WhistleMisora Hibari

Hibari Misora – Sad Whistle (1949)
Sad WhistleMisora Hibari

This is “Kanashiki Kuchibue” (Sad Whistle) by Hibari Misora, one of the great singers of the Showa era.

The song served as the theme for the film of the same title, “Kanashiki Kuchibue.” Even now, it’s astonishing to hear the depth of emotion in Hibari Misora’s voice when she was only 12 years old! It makes you picture a wistful whistle echoing through a port town.

It’s a classic masterpiece that represents Showa-era Japan.

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Whistling masterpieces: delightful whistle songs that make you happy and want to practice (31–40)

Good FeelingCyrus Faryar

“Good Feeling” by Cyrus Faryar, who was active in the 1960s.

With a light, pleasant sound, he was one of the musicians who helped develop what’s known as West Coast pop music—a hidden gem known to those in the know.

You can also subtly sense the atmosphere of his beloved Hawaii; it’s a track that feels quite relaxing.

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The Whistler And His DogArthur Pryor

Arthur Pryor ‐ The Whistler and his Dog
The Whistler And His DogArthur Pryor

“The Whistler and His Dog” by Arthur Pryor, born in America in 1870 and active as a composer and trombonist.

Although it was composed for orchestra, this piece—known in Japanese as “Kuchibue to Inu” (Whistle and Dog)—is something you often hear in TV commercials and various other places.

It is said to have been inspired by the scenes Pryor saw while walking his own dog.

It’s a tune that makes you smile just by listening to it.

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Always Look On The Bright Side Of LifeEric Idle

Eric Idle – “Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life” – STEREO HQ
Always Look On The Bright Side Of LifeEric Idle

“Always Look on the Bright Side of Life” by Eric Idle, the comedian and musician who is a member of Britain’s legendary comedy group Monty Python.

This song played an important role in concluding the film, and just listening to it puts you in a generously cheerful mood, doesn’t it?

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