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"Puts you in a bright mood" Refresh! Cheerful Western music

When you’re feeling a bit foggy, when you just can’t seem to get in the mood… Everyone has moments like that, right? If you’re about to read this article, I’m guessing you’re a fan of Western music.

This time, I’ve put together a selection with the theme of “bright songs” to listen to when you want to refresh your mood.

What does a bright song mean to you? A breezy melody? Positive lyrics? A powerful beat? Everyone probably has their own take.

In this article, I’ve selected lots of songs—both old and new, from big hits to timeless classics—that are generally recognized as having a positive vibe.

Dig in and find a favorite track!

"It puts me in a bright mood" Refresh! Upbeat Western Music (51–60)

Heard It On The RadioRoss Lynch

Ross Lynch – Heard It On The Radio (from “Austin & Ally”) Official Video
Heard It On The RadioRoss Lynch

Featured on the soundtrack of the popular TV show “Austin & Ally,” this song is a breezy, summery pop tune that makes you want to jump up and dance to the rhythm.

Listening to it will make you feel as if you’re strolling along a midsummer beach.

How You Like ThatBLACKPINK

BLACKPINK – ‘How You Like That’ M/V
How You Like ThatBLACKPINK

BLACKPINK’s new song brings out a whole new side of them.

It fits the theme of a bright, upbeat track, yet it also works well for clubs and dance music.

The music video features frequent scene changes and lots of colorful outfits that are uplifting just to look at! The song doesn’t follow the usual trajectory of K-pop, in a good way—it’s a pleasant surprise.

It feels like a blend of Western-style hip-hop and club music.

Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen

Owl City & Carly Rae Jepsen – Good Time (Official Video)
Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen

With its light, catchy melody and uplifting, positive lyrics, this is a song that will put a smile on your face just by listening.

Born from the collaboration between Owl City and Carly Rae Jepsen, it was released in August 2012 and became a big hit, reaching No.

8 on the U.S.

Billboard Hot 100.

Packed with a forward-looking message—let’s have fun from morning till night!—it’s the perfect track for when you’re feeling down or low on energy.

The music video portrays joyful everyday moments like camping in the woods and going for a drive.

Listen with friends, and you’re sure to have an even better time.

You Do You (feat. Tiffany Haddish)Jason Mraz

Jason Mraz – You Do You (feat. Tiffany Haddish) [Official Video]
You Do You (feat. Tiffany Haddish)Jason Mraz

A superb, soul-infused pop gem from Jason Mraz in 2020.

On this track he teams up with actress Tiffany Haddish, and it’s a smooth, feel-good listen from start to finish.

Carrying a bright message—“As long as you’re not hurting anyone, live your life your way and do what you love!”—the song wraps you in a floaty, cloud-walking kind of comfort.

The music video’s laid-back vibe, with its whimsical animation, is great too.

It’s a healing song that eases your mind without pushing against your mood too much.

“It puts you in a bright mood” Refresh! Cheerful Western Music (61–70)

All Day And NightJax Jones, Martin Solveig, Madison Beer

Jax Jones, Martin Solveig, Madison Beer – All Day And Night (Late Night Session)
All Day And NightJax Jones, Martin Solveig, Madison Beer

How about some upbeat, futuristic-feeling electronic music? It’s a track by British DJ Jax Jones, French music producer Martin Solveig, and American singer Madison Beer.

It was released as a digital single in 2019.

The song expresses the feeling of not being able to get someone you like out of your head—to the point where it actually becomes frustrating.

Mother’s DaughterMiley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus – Mother’s Daughter (Official Video)
Mother's DaughterMiley Cyrus

This is a song by Miley Cyrus, the singer who starred in the drama “Hannah Montana” and rose to global fame.

It’s included on her 2019 EP “She Is Coming.” The sultry tone of her voice and the overall vibe of the track are striking.

The lyrics convey a confident message: she has believed in herself as she’s lived her life so far, and she’s accomplished a lot.

Nothing’s Gonna Stop Me NowOlivia Holt

Nothing’s Gonna Stop Me Now (From “Girl vs. Monster”)
Nothing's Gonna Stop Me NowOlivia Holt

This upbeat song by American singer and actress Olivia Holt is an energizing track you should definitely listen to when you’re feeling down.

With its powerful message—singing, “Nothing can stop me”—it’s sure to give you the courage to keep moving forward.