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Popular on TikTok! A collection of Western songs recommended for video creation and BGM

Have you ever thought, “What kind of cool Western songs are great for video production BGM or for creating a hyped or stylish mood in social media videos?” In recent years, TikTok and other platforms have helped songs spread, and the ways we enjoy music have really expanded! Here, we’re introducing especially popular Western tracks, including classic picks that also work great as BGM.

From creating a lovely atmosphere to unique vibes and even couple videos, these Western songs are hugely popular on TikTok and easy to use in your videos.

Be sure to enjoy them as everyday BGM, too!

Popular on TikTok too! A collection of Western songs recommended for video creation and BGM (61–70)

FriendshipsPascal Letoublon

French music producer Pascal Letoublon, a rising name in the electronic scene.

The instrumental piece he released in September 2017 gained worldwide recognition after going viral on TikTok.

The track is notable for its emotional melody and deeply resonant deep house sound.

It may not be flashy, but its warm vibe makes it instantly familiar to many listeners.

In 2020, a vocal version featuring German singer Leony was released and received high acclaim, including a nomination at the NRJ Music Awards.

It’s widely used in short videos, from moving, emotional moments to everyday vlogs.

WORTH NOTHING (ft. Oliver Tree)TWISTED

TWISTED – WORTH NOTHING (ft. Oliver Tree) [Drift Music Video] from the Fast & Furious Phonk Mixtape
WORTH NOTHING (ft. Oliver Tree)TWISTED

DJ Twisted, who’s gaining attention in Europe’s bass music scene, teams up with Oliver Tree on this track, which has blown up on YouTube Shorts as background music for drift videos.

The key appeal lies in its novel structure: channeling a searing sense of self-denial—“I have no value”—through the fast, distorted beats typical of drift phonk.

Released in September 2022, the song is also included on the EP Fast & Furious: Drift Tape/Phonk Vol.

1, inspired by the Fast & Furious series.

It’s a perfect track for blasting away pent-up feelings—be sure to check it out.

GigaChad Theme (Phonk House Version)g3ox_em

g3ox_em – GigaChad Theme (Phonk House Version)
GigaChad Theme (Phonk House Version)g3ox_em

Artist Zbox M, who’s gaining attention for a unique sound that fuses phonk and house, released a track in August 2022 that has been played worldwide through platforms like YouTube Shorts thanks to its powerful sound.

The piece features an energetic groove where a heavy bassline intertwines with soaring synths.

Its use of vocal chops—slicing and reconstructing vocals throughout the track—delivers an unforgettable, striking impact.

It’s also known as the theme song for confident internet memes and is frequently used in skill-showcase videos.

A must-listen for anyone looking to get pumped by a hard-hitting beat.

BrutusButtress

Buttress – Brutus (Official Music Video)
BrutusButtress

Suddenly, but have you heard of the “uncanny valley” phenomenon? It refers to the human tendency to feel uneasy the closer something looks to a real human.

Lately on TikTok, horror-tinged videos that play up the uncanny valley are gaining popularity.

This track is used as the BGM for those videos.

The BGM itself is extremely unsettling, yet oddly addictive, and it seems to be attracting a lot of attention from listeners.

The videos use the instrumental version, but the vocal version is excellent as well, so be sure to check it out.

7 ringsAriana Grande

Ariana Grande – 7 rings (Official Video)
7 ringsAriana Grande

This work is said to be a song created by American singer-songwriter and charismatic star Ariana Grande, inspired by her experience of giving seven engagement rings to six friends and herself.

Some of you might be thinking, “I’ve heard this somewhere before,” and you’d be right—the song samples “My Favorite Things” from the popular musical The Sound of Music.

The music video has a slightly mysterious vibe that feels grown-up yet oddly cute.

I Want It That WayBackstreet Boys

Backstreet Boys – I Want It That Way (Official HD Video)
I Want It That WayBackstreet Boys

This is a passionate love song by the Backstreet Boys from 2009 that became a global hit, including in Japan.

At the time, it was a cutting-edge, cool track—but how does it feel when listened to through today’s values? Try making the most of this mid-tempo ballad!

Piano ManBilly Joel

Billy Joel – Piano Man (Official HD Video)
Piano ManBilly Joel

With its wonderfully evocative title, Piano Man was Billy Joel’s debut single—a classic that gradually caught on and became a hit.

The song recounts his experiences working as a singer in a piano lounge in Los Angeles, and he has said that the characters in the lyrics are based on real people.

It conveys an atmosphere reminiscent of sitting in a Parisian café.

The way the performance builds step by step, led by piano and harmonica, is truly remarkable.