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[2026] A Collection of Western Songs to Play at Dinner [Stylish BGM]
Spending your evening dinner time with your favorite music creates a special atmosphere, almost like being at a restaurant.
This time, we’re introducing a selection of Western songs that are perfect as BGM to brighten up your dining table.
From laid-back jazz and sophisticated mellow R&B to acoustic melodies, we’ve carefully chosen tracks that will make your mealtime even more stylish.
The first half features many of the latest numbers, so it’s also great for anyone wanting to catch up with what’s happening in the Western music scene right now.
The second half rounds up timeless classics, so be sure to use it as a reference for your playlist!
[2026] A Curated Collection of Western Music for Dinner [Stylish BGM] (1–10)
Man I NeedOlivia Dean
A pre-release single from London-born singer-songwriter Olivia Dean’s second album, The Art of Loving, released in August 2025.
The track centers on empowerment—“knowing how you deserve to be loved and asking for it with confidence”—and stands out for its dynamic rhythm and sweet, soulful harmonies.
True to her jazz and neo-soul roots, it delivers a refined, mellow groove that feels effortlessly smooth, striking a perfect balance between upbeat positivity and mature allure.
The lyrics, which portray seeking love while honoring oneself, bring both sparkle and poise—an ideal soundtrack for an extra-special dinner evening.
Love Me NotRavyn Lenae
Released in May 2024 from her second album “Bird’s Eye,” this track by Chicago-born R&B singer Ravyn Lenae beautifully fuses ’60s girl-group vibes with contemporary R&B.
It delicately portrays the complicated emotions of love, capturing a heart caught between independence and dependence.
“I don’t want to see you, but I miss you; I don’t need you, but I want you by my side.” The song expresses the nuanced inner world of a woman holding such contradictions, set to a sound that’s retro yet refined.
After going viral on TikTok, it even entered the Billboard charts in April 2025.
With its groovy bassline and elegant melody, it’s a perfect pick for a slightly polished dinner time.
Lover GirlLaufey
Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey, who captivates listeners around the world with her unique sound that fuses jazz and pop, comes from a background in classical music.
After winning a Grammy for her 2023 album Bewitched and rising to prominence, her new work released in June 2025 is a jazz-pop ballad that portrays the aching longing for a distant lover.
Bossa nova rhythms intertwine with classical strings and piano, spreading a gentle yet deeply resonant emotion throughout the piece.
The lyrics, which carefully depict the loneliness of being apart from someone dear and the frustration of time spent unable to meet, are sure to touch the heart.
It’s a superb track best enjoyed on a quiet evening over dinner, savoring it slowly with a glass of wine.
Autumn DriveBryson Tiller
Since drawing attention with his 2015 debut album Trapsoul as a standard-bearer of “trap soul,” a fusion of R&B and hip-hop, Bryson Tiller has built a world of his own with introspective lyrics and a sensual voice.
Released in October 2025, his fifth album Solace & The Vices follows August’s The Vices as the second part of a two-album set, featuring quieter, more contemplative tracks.
Among them, this piece is a dense, just-over-two-minute track that sonically paints the scene of driving away from the city’s bustle into an autumn landscape.
Its mellow sound—woven from restrained drums and whisper-soft melodies—makes it perfectly suited for nighttime dinner hours.
Tiller’s vocals, reflecting on success and loneliness as well as past relationships, will lend even greater depth to an adult, late-evening ambience.
YougotmefeelingParcels
Parcels are an electropop band from Byron Bay, Australia, now based in Berlin.
They drew attention in 2017 for their collaboration with Daft Punk, and the track they released in May 2025 from their third album, “LOVED,” is a gem that masterfully fuses retro disco and funk elements.
A groovy piano loop, slightly shuffling drum beats, and harmonies woven by all five members resonate beautifully.
While the lyrics depict the end of a relationship and feelings of alienation, the sound is filled with a forward-looking sense of release—introspective yet irresistibly body-moving.
The fact that it was produced at their seaside home in Australia lends a cool, breezy impression.
Give it a spin at dinnertime when you want a calm atmosphere with a touch of vibrancy.
I CAN TELLGIVĒON
A track from Giveon’s July 2025 album Beloved, by the soul singer known for his distinctive baritone.
Reviving the essence of ’70s R&B for today, the piece explores the theme of seeing the truth within romantic relationships.
Delicate piano and strings interweave with his resonant vocals, forming a quietly penetrating ballad.
Crafted over more than three years, the album exudes a mature, fully realized vision.
Its unhurried beat and introspective melodic lines elevate mealtime into a more refined experience.
A perfect listen for anyone who cherishes calm, late-night moments.
I Wish I Didn’t Waste Your TimeThundercat
Stephen Bruner, a Los Angeles–based bassist better known as Thundercat, has captivated many listeners with his distinctive sound that fuses jazz fusion and R&B.
His new song, released in September 2025, is an introspective piece that reflects on regret over a past love.
Co-written with producer Greg Kurstin, it layers gentle synth tones with falsetto vocals to create a tranquil mood perfect for a nighttime dinner.
The flowing basslines and dreamy soundscape craft a comfortable atmosphere that won’t intrude on conversations with someone special.
His first solo release since the album “It Is What It Is,” the track showcases a refined sense of artistic maturity.