Really dark... Classic Western songs | So dark that it may trigger depression—proceed with caution!
People often say that you should listen to upbeat songs when you’re feeling down.
That does make sense when you think about it, but in reality, when you’re depressed, you end up wanting to listen to dark songs, right? So, this time, I’ve curated a selection of gloomy Western songs for those who want to dive into some seriously dark music.
I didn’t just pack in popular tracks—these are genuinely dark masterpieces.
So go ahead and wallow in it to your heart’s content (lol).
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Truly dark… Classic Western songs | So dark that you should beware of depression! (71–80)
She Lays DownThe 1975
The 1975 is a rock band formed in Manchester in 2002.
This acoustic ballad is inspired by the depression and panic disorder that frontman Matthew “Matty” Healy’s mother struggled with after childbirth.
Suicidal ThoughtsThe Notorious B.I.G.
A track that sings about guilt and suicidal intent.
It’s included on the 1994 debut album Ready to Die.
The track samples Miles Davis’s “Lonely Fire” and Brethren’s “Outside Love.”
Living Is A Problem Because Everything DiesBiffy Clyro
A track released as a single in 2007 by the Scottish band Biffy Clyro.
The string and choir arrangements were done by Hollywood composer Graeme Revell and performed by the Seattle Symphony Orchestra.
Rock BottomEminem
A track included on Eminem’s 1999 album The Slim Shady LP.
It was inspired by the worst period of his life.
The album won a Grammy Award and was selected by Rolling Stone for “The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time.”
Every NightPaul McCartney
A track Paul McCartney wrote while on vacation in Greece.
It was inspired by the anguish surrounding the breakup of The Beatles.
The track appears on his 1970 solo debut album, McCartney.
This Is A LowBlur
A track written by Damon Albarn.
It was inspired by the Christmas gifts he bought and the weather in the UK.
Released as a single in 1995, it was selected by NME for “The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.”
Needle In The HayElliott Smith
A track inspired by the effects of heroin use.
One of Elliott Smith’s most famous songs, it was released in 1995.
The track was used in the 2001 film The Royal Tenenbaums and has been covered by many artists.