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, beware of depression! (41–50)
Bad GirlsM.I.A.
It’s the lead single from the album “Matangi.” It has been used as insert songs in the film “The Bling Ring” and the TV dramas “Gossip Girl” and “90210,” making it especially popular among young people.
Its provocative lyrics and dark melody are irresistibly captivating—the more you listen, the more it draws you in.
Truly Dark… Classic Western Songs | So dark, beware of depression! (51–60)
A Better Son/DaughterRilo Kiley
Rilo Kiley is an American indie rock band that was active from 1998 to 2011.
Written during a period when vocalist Jenny Lewis was facing difficulties, this track is included on their 2002 album The Execution of All Things.
Turn BlueThe Black Keys
A track released as a single in 2014 by the American rock band The Black Keys.
It was inspired by frontman Dan Auerbach’s divorce from his wife, Stephanie Gonis.
The track became a hit in countries such as the United States and France.
TEETHWesGhost, Diggy Graves
A collaborative work by American artists Wesghost and Diggy Graves is generating buzz.
Released in March 2024, the track features a distinctive sound that fuses pop punk and emo.
The tooth-themed lyrics portray the darker side of romance, leaving a deep impression on listeners.
Expressing intense obsession, desire, and dangerous relationships, the words evoke the feeling of a forbidden love song.
It’s a perfect track for those who enjoy dark aesthetics or want to experience complex emotions through music.
The Cold SongKlaus Nomi
Klaus Nomi, a German-born artist who was active in the 1970s as David Bowie’s right-hand man.
He passed away from AIDS at the young age of 39 and is known as the first celebrity to die of the disease.
When it comes to his darker songs, it has to be The Cold Song.
By that time, he was aware that he was afflicted with a terminal illness, and that background gives the track a genuine darkness that other artists don’t have.
Pulling Your Insides OutJill Tracy
Based in San Francisco, artist Jill Tracy has earned a devoted following among gothic enthusiasts worldwide with her contemporary classical and dark cabaret sound.
She’s also active as a pianist.
One of her most acclaimed tracks is “Pulling Your Insides Out.” Its jazz elements, blended with a gothic, dark atmosphere, make a strong impression—stylish yet ominous.
A must-check melody!
re: StacksBon Iver
Bon Iver is an American indie folk band active since 2006.
They have won Grammy Awards.
This track was released as a single from their debut album, For Emma, Forever Ago, which came out in 2007.