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Lovely Western music

Cool, popular Western hit songs that are highly regarded

A roundup of seriously cool Western music!

Quick question: have you ever had this experience?

“Oh nice, there’s an article that compiles cool Western songs.”Click.“Let’s see… hmm, hmm…”“Huh?”“Cool songs? Isn’t this just a list of famous tracks?”

I feel like a lot of people have been there…

So this time!Without being bound by country, genre, or popularity, I’ve picked out truly cool Western tracks.

If you only want to listen to genuinely stylish and cool songs, definitely check this out!

Cool, highly acclaimed Western classic and popular songs (111–120)

Nothing Breaks Like a Heart (Dimitri From Paris Remix)Mark Ronson, Miley Cyrus

Nothing Breaks Like a Heart is a collaboration between music producer Mark Ronson—who skyrocketed to fame after his work with Bruno Mars—and singer Miley Cyrus.

This version is a remix of that track by DJ Dimitri From Paris.

Compared to the original, it leans even more into a disco vibe, and the retro use of reverb and other effects really catches the ear.

Cool and popular classic Western songs creating a buzz (121–130)

Water SlideMew

This is a popular track from Mew’s 2015 album “+-,” which is also hugely popular in Japan.

Its dreamy yet dark atmosphere and addictive quality make it a song that sticks in your head after just one listen—it’s truly wonderful anytime you hear it.

The regular version is cool enough on its own, but the acoustic version has its own flavor and is also incredibly cool.

LevelsNick jonas

Nick Jonas originally rose to fame on the Disney Channel as part of the band the Jonas Brothers, but lately he’s been breaking out again as a solo artist and is a singer to watch.

This track is an uptempo electropop song, highlighted by Nick’s husky, slightly sexy vocals.

I’ll Follow YouShinedown

Shinedown – I’ll Follow You (Official Video)
I'll Follow YouShinedown

Shinedown is an American hard rock band, and this heavy, atmospheric track features a cool build-up leading into the chorus.

The powerful vocals, singing lines like “I’ll follow you anywhere, and I don’t care if I lose God’s grace,” are truly moving.

Bulletproof feat. Sam TinneszSimple Thieves

The track “Bulletproof feat.

Sam Tinnesz” is a collaboration between music producer Simple Thieves and singer-songwriter Sam Tinnesz.

While Sam Tinnesz is known for a sound rooted in alternative rock and pop rock, his vocal style is based in the blues.

In “Bulletproof feat.

Sam Tinnesz,” that vocal approach is brought to the forefront, resulting in a cool alternative rock piece.

This FeelingThe Chainsmokers

The Chainsmokers – This Feeling (Official Video) ft. Kelsea Ballerini
This FeelingThe Chainsmokers

This song, released by them in 2018, comes from an act that enjoys massive popularity in Japan as well.

Their collaboration with country singer Kelsea Ballerini has been a hot topic.

Their consistently catchy sound and emotionally resonant lyrics never betray the fans who love their music.

The harmony between their gentle voices and Kelsea’s clear, crystalline vocals is so pleasing—definitely a track I want to hear right now.

BreatheThe Prodigy

The Prodigy – Breathe (Official Video)
BreatheThe Prodigy

I think they’re a band you absolutely can’t leave out when talking about British dance music.

They might even have been a forerunner of today’s EDM.

They have plenty of other great tracks, but since I had to pick just one, I chose this one.

Among the many big beat bands and tracks out there, this is one of the songs that gets me the most fired up.