[2026] Western songs you'd like to sing at year-end and New Year's parties: the latest crowd-pleasers and timeless classics

SUPERMODELMåneskin

Måneskin – SUPERMODEL (Official Video)

Måneskin, the Italian rock band.

It’s still fresh in our minds that they appeared live on the Japanese TV show Sukkiri, isn’t it? The song they performed then was SUPERMODEL.

Its lyrics depict the tragic life of a fictional supermodel.

Combined with vocalist Damiano David’s husky voice, it creates quite a gritty vibe.

When you sing it, try to relax and aim for a slightly rough-around-the-edges feel.

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Come As You AreNirvana

Nirvana – Come As You Are (Official Music Video)

A song marked by its refreshingly crisp guitar riff, it’s one of Nirvana’s signature works.

Featured on the landmark 1991 album Nevermind, it was released as a single the following March.

Kurt Cobain’s delicate yet powerful vocals resonate deeply with listeners.

The lyrics carry a message of “it’s okay to be yourself,” making it a perfect choice for year-end or New Year parties where everyone can share in the feeling.

As a towering pillar of grunge that’s etched into music history, this track is an essential pick for fans of Western music.

good 4 uOlivia Rodrigo

Olivia Rodrigo – good 4 u (Official Video)

Olivia Rodrigo, whose debut single “drivers license,” released in January 2021, became a worldwide hit and instantly made her one of the leading stars representing Gen Z.

Her debut album Sour, released the same year, also topped charts around the world, proving just how popular she is.

Here, we introduce “good 4 u,” her third single and, following her debut track, another song that reached No.

1 on the U.S.

charts.

Completely different from “drivers license,” it’s an upbeat pop-punk number thought to be modeled after Paramore’s “Misery Business”—a killer tune perfect for cranking up the energy at year-end or New Year parties.

While the title might seem positive at first glance, reading the lyrics makes the sarcasm clear.

For some people, having this song sung to them face-to-face might be enough to make them feel a chill.

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obsessedOlivia Rodrigo

Olivia Rodrigo – obsessed (Official Music Video)

A pop ballad that portrays complex emotions and obsession from a unique perspective.

The protagonist’s jealousy and self-doubt are depicted with raw immediacy, resonating deeply with listeners.

Included on the deluxe edition of Olivia Rodrigo’s second album, Guts (Spilled), the song was released in March 2024.

Its striking music video, set in a beautiful hotel ballroom, has also drawn attention.

It’s a track that will resonate with anyone grappling with the complexities of love and self-worth, and if you sing it to close out a year-end or New Year’s party, it’s sure to transform the atmosphere of the room.

vampireOlivia Rodrigo

Olivia Rodrigo – vampire (Official Video)

This track is marked by a refreshingly exhilarating pop-rock sound and razor-sharp lyrics.

Framing the experience of being exploited for one’s youth and innocence through a vampire metaphor, the words are sure to resonate with many listeners.

Released in June 2023, the song drew major attention as the lead single from Olivia Rodrigo’s second album, Guts.

Beginning as a piano ballad and unfolding into a dramatic arrangement, its structure is another highlight.

With lyrics that seem to speak for young people struggling with love and relationships, it’s perfect for getting the energy up at karaoke—an ideal pick to sing along with friends at year-end or New Year parties.

What Makes You BeautifulOne Direction

One Direction – What Makes You Beautiful (Official Video)

Released in August 2011 as One Direction’s debut single, this global hit opens the album Up All Night.

Set to bright, breezy guitar tones and carried by the fresh voices of five young singers, it’s a song that embodies pure youth.

The lyrics, which express love for a woman unaware of her own beauty, have an empowering quality that gives listeners a boost.

It’s guaranteed to liven up year-end or New Year parties, and especially among young fans of Western pop, just playing this track will instantly brighten the mood.

Nobody (from Kaiju No. 8)OneRepublic

OneRepublic – Nobody (from Kaiju No. 8) [Official Lyric Video]

With its exhilarating melody and powerful rhythm, this track is sure to liven up any year-end or New Year party.

The lyrics convey a resolve to support friends and the strength of their bonds, delivering the kind of moving message that only OneRepublic can.

Released in April 2024 and selected as the ending theme for the popular anime Kaiju No.

8, it marks the band’s first collaboration with Japanese anime.

It’s recommended not only for Western music fans but also for anime enthusiasts.

Sing it with friends, and it’s sure to become an unforgettable memory.