A fan anthem for a Western music band

Move AlongThe All-American Rejects

The All-American Rejects – Move Along

Many of us have probably felt, at some point, as if we’re the only ones being left behind while everyone else keeps moving forward.

In times like that, this song reminds us of the importance of not overexerting ourselves, keeping our own pace, and still continuing to move ahead without stopping.

Hazy Shade Of WinterThe Bangles

The Bangles – Hazy Shade Of Winter (Official Audio)

Released in 1990, this song is included on The Bangles’ fifth album, Greatest Hits.

Its lyrics convey that opportunities in life don’t simply come to you—you have to seize them yourself—and it serves as an encouraging anthem that suggests how you spend your passing time is up to you.

In fact, the original song was released in 1968 by Simon & Garfunkel, and The Bangles later covered it.

SideTravis

Travis – Side (Official HD Music Video)

We worry about how others see us and fear being called someone who can’t read the room.

We also compare ourselves to others and feel jealousy or envy.

But it’s precisely because everyone in this world is different that the world works—just like how music exists because there are both major and minor keys.

When I listen to this song, I feel encouraged that it’s okay to be myself.

Pardon meWeezer

Pardon Me By: Weezer

Released in May 2005, it’s a track from Weezer’s fifth album, Make Believe.

The song’s lyrics describe how actions done with good intentions for someone you trust can be perceived as meddling and end up hurting them.

It’s an encouraging song that expresses the hope that, when there’s a foundation of trust, it won’t become a major problem and the relationship can return to the way it was.

Lights and soundsYellowcard

Yellowcard – Lights And Sounds

When you get serious about chasing your dreams, there will be people who laugh and say, “That’s impossible for you.” But you can just laugh them off—in the end, the ones who keep pushing even while being laughed at are the ones who get what they want.

That’s the message I feel from this song.

Lights and soundsYellowcard

Yellowcard ~ Lights and Sounds

Released in January 2006, this song is included on Yellowcard’s fifth album, Lights and Sounds.

The lyrics are about chasing your dreams, and it’s an empowering anthem that says even if people around you make fun of you, as long as you have a clear vision of who you want to be, your dreams are sure to come true.

Carry OnAngra

Angra – Carry On (Official)

This is a classic song with strong classical elements from the talented Brazilian band Angra’s debut album.

André Matos’s soaring high-register vocals are wonderfully expressive, and Kiko Loureiro’s fast, melodious guitar work is outstanding.