[2026] A roundup of Western songs with titles starting with B

Breaking Up is Hard to DoNeil Sedaka

Breaking Up Is Hard to Do (Remastered)

Isn’t it wonderful that heartbreak can be blown away with such a breezy rhythm? This track, memorable for its unique scat at the beginning and its sparkling piano, is one of Neil Sedaka’s signature numbers, released in June 1962.

The lyrics were written by his longtime partner Howard Greenfield, turning the sadness of a breakup into a pop masterpiece.

In fact, Sedaka himself re-recorded it as a slow ballad in 1975, and that version reached No.

8 on the U.S.

charts the following year, 1976—making it a rare global hit in two different arrangements.

A musical bearing the song’s title was also staged in 2005.

When you need a boost, go for the original; when you want to sink into the mood, choose the ballad version—pick whichever fits your feelings!

Blow Your WhistleChuck Brown

Blow Your Whistle

This clip showing Shohei Ohtani batting is a New Balance commercial.

If you look closely, you’ll notice that Ohtani is the pitcher as well as the batter! The ad captures his standout two-way play, and what’s most striking is how he plays with a bright, joyful smile.

The upbeat background track is “Blow Your Whistle,” released in 1974 by The Soul Searchers.

Its funky instrumentation and vocals are irresistible and really pump you up!

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Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts

Creepy Nuts “Bling-Bang-Bang-Born” × TV Anime “MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES” Collaboration Music Video #BBBB Dance

If we’re talking about the song that took the world by storm in 2024, it has to be this one by Creepy Nuts.

Released in January 2024 as the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime “Mashle: Magic and Muscles,” the Divine Visionary Candidate Exam arc, its achievement of topping the Billboard Japan year-end charts needs no further explanation.

The lyrics, which portray a protagonist overturning common sense in a world where magic is the norm by wielding a rigorously trained, flesh-and-blood body as his weapon, overlap with the duo’s own from-the-ground-up career and are truly stirring.

The chorus has an addictive, incantation-like quality that will make you want to move your body the moment you hear it.

Transcending language barriers and beloved worldwide, this track is the perfect party tune to hype up crowds together with overseas fans.

Beautiful PeopleDavid Guetta & Sia

David Guetta & Sia – Beautiful People (Official Video)

On the morning of the entrance ceremony, when excitement and anxiety are all mixed together, nothing gives you more courage than the ultimate dance-pop by French DJ David Guetta and Australian singer-songwriter Sia.

Long rumored among fans, this work finally arrived as a single in March 2025.

Its celebratory sound that transcends EDM and Sia’s soul-stirring vocals give a powerful push as you dive into a new world.

It became a huge talking point after being performed as a surprise at Ultra Music Festival 2025.

The lyrics, which affirm us just as we are, are perfect for freshmen who want to shine as their true selves in the school life that’s about to begin.

Give this track a listen, and you’ll be ready to take your first step with a clear, radiant feeling!

BadlandsMumford & Sons, Gracie Abrams

Mumford & Sons, Gracie Abrams – Badlands (Lyric Video)

Formed in London, UK, the band Mumford & Sons helped popularize indie folk worldwide.

Their exhilarating sound driven by banjo and mandolin, along with their passionate performances, continues to captivate countless fans.

Their new song, Badlands, features American singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams and appears on their sixth album, Prizefighter, released in February 2026.

The lyrics juxtapose a desolate landscape with impulsive emotions, and the highlight is the harmony woven by their two voices.

If you enjoy contemporary folk sounds and moving collaborations, be sure to check out the album as well.

BattlecryNujabes

[Samurai Champloo] battlecry / Nujabes feat. Shing02 (Official Audio)

This is a masterpiece crafted by Nujabes, who profoundly influenced beatmakers around the world and is known as a pioneer of lo-fi hip-hop.

The harmony woven by Shing02’s sharp English rap and the wistful, jazzy track is a must-hear.

It exquisitely fuses the rugged spirit of period dramas with a modern beat, quietly yet passionately stirring the listener’s heart.

It was included on the soundtrack album “samurai champloo music record ‘departure’,” released in June 2004, and was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Samurai Champloo.

The sonic landscapes Nujabes created remain beloved and unfaded even after his passing.

It’s the perfect track for the stillness before dawn, or when you want to confront yourself and stoke your fighting spirit.

Bass DholAhadadream x Raf Saperra x Skrillex

Ahadadream x Raf Saperra x Skrillex – Bass Dhol

DJ Ahadadream, who brings South Asian rhythms to London’s club scene, has roots in Pakistan and is celebrated for his percussion-driven sound.

He teams up here with singer RAF SAPERA, who gives Punjabi folk a contemporary twist, and global icon Skrillex on their joint track Bass Dhol.

It’s a dancefloor-ready cut where the South Asian drum dhol intertwines with a punishing bass.

Production began around 2023, and the track has drawn attention as a powerful follow-up pairing to their 2024 collaboration TAKA.

Released in February 2026, this work is a must-hear for its heat-soaked beats born of cultural fusion.

Queue it up for nights when you want to move.