[Captivating] A Collection of Western Songs with Cool Intros [2026]
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.
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[Grabs Your Heart] A Collection of Western Songs with Cool Intros [2026] (21–30)
Lose Yourself (Soundtrack Version)Eminem
Eminem, known for his overwhelming skill, has a classic hit in “Lose Yourself.” Even people who aren’t into hip-hop have probably been struck by the sheer intensity of this track.
The song is known for its memorable intro that starts with a quiet electric guitar, but the “Lose Yourself (Soundtrack Version)” is arranged differently from the version we usually hear.
It actually adds an intro that begins with an emotional keyboard.
From there it flows into the signature guitar intro, and the way it transitions is exquisite—so give it a careful listen.
Still D.R.E. ft. Snoop DoggDr. Dre
A classic you can’t avoid if you want to understand hip-hop: “Still D.R.E.
ft.
Snoop Dogg.” Produced by Dr.
Dre, known as a pioneer of G-funk, and featuring Snoop Dogg, the track became a massive hit worldwide.
You could even call it a textbook of hip-hop.
And the iconic intro is no slouch either.
Its source is the jazz guitar classic “The Edge,” but by speeding up the BPM, they crafted a distinctive melody that, although played on piano, doesn’t quite sound like a typical piano line.
Day TripperThe Beatles
While the Beatles’ musical contributions are immeasurable, it’s also fair to say that, beyond their melodies, they left a huge legacy in music history by creating countless phrases everyone has heard at least once.
The ultra-famous main riff of the 1965 single “Day Tripper” isn’t technically difficult, but it perfectly embodies the principle that simplicity is what makes something cool.
And the fact that the bass doubles it in unison makes it all the more incredibly cool.
StrongerKanye West
I also recommend Kanye West’s Grammy-winning song “Stronger.” Its intro features electronic music with a near-futuristic vibe, and throughout the track a famous quote by the German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche is repeated.
Overall, it’s influenced by Daft Punk’s “Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger,” but it has a more hard-edged, serious feel to it.
Back in BlackAC/DC
This is the title track of the monster album Back in Black, which sold 50 million copies, and one of AC/DC’s signature early songs.
The intro begins with a simple yet tasteful, solid riff from Angus Young—decked out in his blazer and short pants—that is probably one of the most famous phrases in the world.
It’s an intro that belongs in rock history—so cool that it needs no further explanation.
Green-Tinted Sixties MindMr. BIG
Among the songs by Mr.
Big—the band featuring guitarist Paul Gilbert, who was hugely popular among guitar kids in the ’90s—I think this one has the most distinctive intro riff.
That riff, played with two-handed tapping, was something those guitar kids rushed to copy.
hot girl bummerblackbear
Starting the song by jumping straight into the chorus is a tried-and-true pop strategy and certainly impactful, but without a strong enough melody and lyrics to match, it often ends in disaster.
In that regard, this track released in 2019 by blackbear—a young, in-demand artist and singer-songwriter—succeeds by opening with mellow vocals that deliver blunt, explicit lyrics, winning over listeners while also boosting the song’s overall persuasiveness with a melodic line reminiscent of 2000s emo.