A fan anthem for a Western music band

RocksPrimal Scream

Primal Scream – Rocks (Official Video)

Featuring various characters—a drunken policeman, a thief, a casino dealer—this song proclaims, “They’re doing whatever they want as much as they like, so you should rock as much as you like too,” celebrating the importance of doing what you want.

Imitation of lifeR.E.M.

R.E.M. – Imitation Of Life (Official Music Video)

I think this is especially true for men, but crying in front of others is embarrassing, isn’t it? So even when it’s painful, we tend to hide our tears.

At times like that, the chorus line, “Come here, nobody cares that you’re crying,” really sinks into my heart.

CreepRadiohead

Creep – Radiohead

Released in September 1992, this is Radiohead’s second single and is included on their debut album, “Pablo Honey,” released in February 1993.

The song’s lyrics portray a lack of self-confidence, self-deprecating remarks, and a desire to be someone special, while also expressing a wish to keep living with hope—ultimately making it an encouraging anthem.

Heavyweight champion of the worldReverend and the makers

Reverend & The Makers – Heavyweight Champion of the World (Official Video)

It’s a song that asks whether there might have been a different life, while living a safe, ordinary one—going to school as usual, getting a typical job, having an unremarkable married life.

It will likely resonate especially with people who want to live differently from others.

Glory CallingRiot

Riot – Glory Calling

This is a song by Riot, led by the late Mark Reale, who sadly left this world.

Over speedy guitar riffs, Mike DiMeo delivers a powerful, bluesy vocal performance.

The flashy, glittering, thrilling, and technically masterful guitar solo is exceptionally well-crafted.

It’s so simpleSaosin

Saosin – It’s So Simple

It’s hard to think about who you are and what you’re living for.

But this song says, “Knowing yourself is simple.” Without overthinking it, maybe it’s not so bad to relax your shoulders and face yourself.

Second chanceShinedown

Shinedown – Second Chance (Official Video)

When you try to chase an extraordinary dream, there will always be people who say, “You can’t do it, so don’t even try.” Parents, the ones closest to you, are often like that.

But those who truly make their dreams come true never yield to anyone’s “Don’t do it.” Even if it leads to parting ways, that very parting can become your opportunity to pursue your dream.