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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!

[Captivating] A Collection of Western Songs with Cool Intros [2026] (11–20)

Eat The RichAerosmith

Aerosmith – Eat The Rich (Official Music Video)

Eat The RichAerosmith

Aerosmith is a five-piece rock band from the United States that has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

The track included on their 1993 album Get a Grip satirizes social inequality and the excessive lifestyles of the wealthy.

Its intro guitar riff leaves an unforgettable impact once you’ve heard it.

The song was also used in a commercial for the Honda Integra.

It’s an immortal rock tune that countless guitar kids at the time of its release surely tried to copy.

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Call Me When You’re SoberEvanescence

Evanescence – Call Me When You’re Sober

Call Me When You're SoberEvanescence

Evanescence is an American rock band with a commanding musical presence and deep emotion.

The lead single from their second album, The Open Door, is striking for its contrast between edgy guitar riffs and a wistful, melancholic piano.

The album itself achieved global success, earning platinum certifications in the United States, Europe, Australia, and more.

It’s an empowering track defined by its dynamic sound and Amy Lee’s powerful vocals.

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We Are Never Ever Getting Back TogetherTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together

We Are Never Ever Getting Back TogetherTaylor Swift

A song by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift.

Released in August 2012 as the lead single from her fourth album, Red, the track is also well known in Japan for being used as the theme song for the TV show Terrace House.

The memorable acoustic guitar intro feels so pleasant, doesn’t it? The song also drew attention for being nominated for Record of the Year at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards.

It’s a catchy number that expresses the feelings of ending a romantic relationship.

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Colorado BulldogMr. BIG

Paul Gilbert with Mr. Big – Colorado Bulldog – Live in Japan 1993

Colorado BulldogMr. BIG

A song by the American rock band Mr.

Big.

Featured on their third album, Bump Ahead, this track stunned listeners from the very first notes—an intro that could only be born from the band’s overwhelming musicianship.

Its aggressive guitar riffs, jazzy bass lines, and technical drumming set crowds ablaze at live shows.

The fusion with the soulful vocals on top creates a sound that only Mr.

Big could produce.

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Shadow Of The MoonBlackmore’s Night

Blackmore’s Night – Shadow Of The Moon (Official Video)

Shadow Of The MoonBlackmore's Night

It’s a number with a captivating, fantastical atmosphere.

It’s included on Blackmore’s Night’s debut album, Shadow of the Moon, released in June 1997.

Centered on Ritchie Blackmore’s acoustic guitar and Candice Night’s clear vocals, it features a distinctive sound that incorporates elements of Renaissance music.

This piece is regarded as a song that symbolizes Blackmore’s shift away from heavy metal and has won support from a wide range of fans.

It’s a soothing track you’ll want to listen to alone on a quiet night.

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