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!
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Cool and acclaimed Western music masterpieces and popular songs in the streets (11–20)
Brown SugarD’Angelo
D’Angelo is a singer-songwriter whose overwhelming sense of style has earned him high praise from dedicated core fans.
He’s known as a pioneer of neo-soul, a genre that blends soul music with funk and hip-hop.
Among his works, one particularly cool track is Brown Sugar—one of his signature songs.
It’s a piece that stands out for its groovy sound, a hallmark of neo-soul.
Be sure to check it out.
See You AgainWiz Khalifa
This song is by American rapper Wiz Khalifa and features singer Charlie Puth.
Included on the soundtrack for the film Furious 7, the song also serves as a tribute to the late actor Paul Walker, who appeared in the movie.
With Wiz’s heartfelt rap and Charlie’s beautiful vocals, it’s a poignant yet powerful track.
bad guyBillie Eilish
Billie Eilish is a musician born in 2001 from the United States.
She first came to Japan for Summer Sonic in 2018.
Her appeal extends beyond her music to her fashion and artwork, influencing young people around the world.
Throw on oversized clothes like she does, put on her songs, and take a walk through the city—you’ll definitely feel cool and pumped up!
Heartbreak AnniversaryGiveon
Giveon is a singer-songwriter who enjoys overwhelming popularity in the contemporary R&B scene.
He’s even been nominated for a Grammy, so if you regularly listen to Western music, you’ve probably heard of him.
Among his works, the track I especially recommend is Heartbreak Anniversary.
It’s one of his signature songs.
It’s a gentle R&B love song, but because his vocals are so soulful, if you focus just on the melody, it comes across as a cool ballad.
SlowdanceMndsgn
From the 2010s to the present, the artist Mind Design has been gaining popularity with his sophisticated compositions.
He’s a music producer known to those in the know.
While he primarily provides tracks to a variety of artists as a producer, he’s also active as a singer-songwriter.
Among his works, the especially cool track I’d like to recommend is “Slowdance.” It’s like a mix of smooth jazz and R&B, featuring a stylish melody with a luxurious atmosphere.
InsatiableDarren Hayes
Darren Hayes is a singer-songwriter known for his romantic vocals and musicality.
He originally rose to fame as part of the band Savage Garden, so many people likely first discovered him through their work.
Among Darren Hayes’s solo tracks, one that stands out as especially cool is Insatiable.
When the chorus hits, he mostly sings in falsetto, which perfectly creates a sexy and stylish atmosphere.
Cool, widely acclaimed Western music masterpieces and popular songs (21–30)
Trillions ft. Brent FaiyazAlicia Keys
Alicia Keys is a female singer-songwriter who has been active since the 2000s.
In her early days, she was mainly active in the R&B scene with her soulful vocals, but later changed course and began exploring a variety of musical styles.
These days, it seems she has returned to her roots, releasing contemporary R&B.
Among her works, the track I particularly recommend is Trillions ft.
Brent Faiyaz.
It’s an R&B song that lets you savor her refined, current musical sensibilities shaped by her diverse career.