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

Eye For An EyeRina Sawayama

Rina Sawayama – Eye For An Eye (John Wick: Chapter 4 Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

This track, included on the soundtrack of the film John Wick: Chapter 4, is a work in which Rina Sawayama contributed musically while also appearing in the movie.

Its energetic sound, featuring electric guitar, perfectly matches the action-packed world of the film.

Released in March 2023, the song explores themes of betrayal and revenge, expressing grief over what’s been lost and a powerful resolve for retribution.

Sing it at karaoke and the contrast between its intense arrangement and delicate vocals is sure to captivate the audience.

It’s a perfect choice for anyone looking to liven up year-end or New Year parties where fans of Western music gather.

This HellRina Sawayama

Rina Sawayama – This Hell (Official Music Video)

Rina Sawayama, who is active and based in the UK.

When she visited Japan in 2022, the song she performed on a morning news program and that became a hot topic was “This Hell.” As the title suggests, it’s a track that likens this world to hell.

It might sound like a heavy theme, but in reality it’s crafted as an empowering anthem for women.

With its catchy, upbeat sound, it’s perfect for kicking off a karaoke session.

And if you practice the choreography too, it’ll hype things up even more.

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Please Please PleaseSabrina Carpenter

Sabrina Carpenter – Please Please Please

Sabrina Carpenter’s vocals shine in this gem of a pop ballad that resonates deeply.

Centered on heartbreak and self-respect, her delicate singing richly conveys the emotion.

The collaboration with producer Jack Antonoff bears fruit in a melodious track.

It’s as popular as her 2024 smash hit “Espresso,” and many people have likely heard it somewhere.

If you’re at an event with fans of Western pop, be sure to perform it.

If I Can’t Have YouShawn Mendes

Shawn Mendes – If I Can’t Have You (Official Music Video)

A cheerful love song by the handsome Canadian singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes, who ranked 6th in “The 100 Most Beautiful Faces in the World” in 2018.

With his sweet looks, he showcases outstanding vocal ability.

The track is very fresh, and just listening to it lifts your mood! While the content doesn’t directly tie into year-end or New Year parties, the catchy melody makes it suitable for a variety of occasions.

AliveSia

Sia – Alive (Official Video)

Featuring Sia’s powerful vocals, this moving track sings of the strength to live on through loneliness and trials.

Released in September 2015 as the lead single from the album “This Is Acting,” it garnered worldwide attention.

It was also chosen as the theme song for the film “The Top Secret: Murder in Mind” starring Toma Ikuta, drawing notice in Japan as well.

Sing it at a year-end or New Year’s party karaoke session, and it’s sure to bring the room together.

It’s a recommended song not only for those struggling in life, but also for anyone ready to take a new step forward.