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[Captivating] A Collection of Western Songs with Cool Intros [2026]

Music writer / guitarist / Certified web writing practitionerHoshino Takashi
Drawing on over 30 years of experience with guitars and bands since my high school days, I specialize in music-related articles and have handled many feature pieces to date. While my tastes lean toward genres like hard rock and heavy metal since I first picked up the guitar, I make a point of listening to a wide range of styles, both Japanese and Western, on a daily basis. I began working as a freelance writer in 2018. I hold a Web Writing Practical Certification, and in addition to writing, I’m also studying video editing. In my private life, I’m raising an elementary school child and stay active while supporting their extracurriculars, such as parkour and dance.
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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

What makes a song “good” varies from listener to listener, but many music lovers pay particular attention to how much the intro—the gateway into the track—pulls them in.

When we think of classic hits from years past, it’s often the memorable intro phrases that pop into our heads first, isn’t it?

In this article, we’ve rounded up famous intros from Western music that captivate listeners right from the start.

Articles like this tend to focus only on golden oldies, but here we’ve highlighted more recent releases across genres in the first half, and introduced classic masterpieces in the latter half and beyond, so listeners of all generations can enjoy it!

[Grabs Your Heart] A Collection of Western Songs with Cool Intros [2026] (81–90)

Tonight We RideUNLEASH THE ARCHERS

UNLEASH THE ARCHERS – Tonight We Ride (Official Video) | Napalm Records

Tonight We RideUNLEASH THE ARCHERS

Unleash the Archers is a metal band from Canada.

As a female-fronted metal band, they rank among the best in the world; not only is their musicianship outstanding, but vocalist Brittney’s singing ability is among the highest even compared to metal singers worldwide.

Their hit song Tonight We Ride is an energetic track that cranks the intensity to the max right from the intro.

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Galway GirlEd Sheeran

Ed Sheeran – Galway Girl [Official Music Video]

Galway GirlEd Sheeran

It’s no exaggeration to say that since the 2010s, Ed Sheeran has been one of the best-selling singer-songwriters in the world, and this is the single he released in 2017 that became a massive hit.

The song tells a love story about a woman he met in Ireland, and the Irish-flavored arrangement featuring fiddles shows impeccable taste.

Of course, it’s precisely because of Ed’s signature, high-quality melodies that the classic move of starting the chorus in the intro over acoustic guitar backing doesn’t come off as cheap.

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Fix YouColdplay

Coldplay – Fix You (Official Video)

Fix YouColdplay

A gemlike ballad that stays close to the heart, delivering healing and hope.

Released by the popular British band Coldplay in September 2005, this work carries a warm message for those bearing deep sorrow and a sense of loss.

Featured on the album X&Y, it begins with a quiet piano melody and unfolds into a grand, expansive sound.

From its performance at the Live 8 concert to its use at Steve Jobs’s memorial, it has moved people in many settings.

It’s a song to hear when you want the courage to overcome sadness and move forward.

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Invincible feat. Lindsey StirlingEscape the Fate

Escape The Fate – Invincible feat. Lindsey Stirling (Official Music Video)

Invincible feat. Lindsey StirlingEscape the Fate

Escape the Fate is a rock band formed in Nevada.

Known for their music rooted in post-hardcore and metalcore, they have remained active from the 2000s to the present.

Among their works, a track I recommend for its cool intro is Invincible feat.

Lindsey Stirling.

Featuring violinist Lindsey Stirling, the song stands out for the way it transitions from an intense rock sound in the intro to a calm first verse.

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Crow Killer BluesRob Zombie

ROB ZOMBIE – Crow Killer Blues (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)

Crow Killer BluesRob Zombie

Rob Zombie is an American artist who has thrived not only as a musician but also as a film director.

He’s well known as a former member of the heavy metal band White Zombie, which was active from the mid-1980s to the late 1990s.

Since going solo, he has continued to make his mark, including composing music for films.

Among his tracks, one with a particularly cool intro is Crow Killer Blues.

Pay attention to its hard-hitting sound that evokes the White Zombie era!

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