[2026] A Collection of Western Songs to Play at Dinner [Stylish BGM]

If I Ain’t Got YouAlicia Keys

Alicia Keys – If I Ain’t Got You (Official HD Video)

A track released as a single by Alicia Keys in 2004.

It was inspired by the death of American singer Aaliyah in a plane crash in August 2001.

The track became a hit around the world and won a Grammy Award in 2005.

Hey LauraGregory Porter

Gregory Porter – Hey Laura (Official Music Video)

Gregory Porter is an artist with a unique background: a chef by day and a singer by night.

His soulful, gospel-rooted voice has captivated many listeners.

One of his signature songs is this piece, which paints a slightly bittersweet story of a protagonist coming home late at night and speaking to their partner.

Even as jealousy and doubt swirl, the song conveys the desire to hold the relationship together—expressed through a warm yet deeply resonant voice.

This track appears on the acclaimed 2014 Grammy-winning album “Liquid Spirit.” A sentimental blend of jazz and soul, it’s a perfect choice for dinner-time background music.

Blue in GreenMiles Davis

Miles Davis – Blue In Green (Official Audio)

This piece by Miles Davis gracefully sets the tone for a special night with a quiet, meditative atmosphere.

The whisper of a muted trumpet blends with the crystalline resonance of the piano, conjuring in the mind a scene like a watercolor where blues and greens softly bleed together.

Its introspective beauty elevates the space without intruding on dining or conversation.

The work appears on the 1959 August release Kind of Blue, an album renowned as a masterpiece of modern jazz.

Employing modal jazz techniques that are not bound by traditional chord progressions, this landmark recording has continued to be cherished worldwide, earning an exceptional 5× Platinum certification for a jazz album.

Brimming with charm, it adds a refined, adult mood to a calm dinner or an evening at the bar.

Young FolksPeter Bjorn & John

Peter Bjorn And John – Young Folks

A four-piece band from Stockholm.

They say the band name wasn’t due to a lack of ideas, but because they believed using their own name as the band name was the right choice.

Their single “Young Folks” was used in Suntory’s canned coffee “BOSS” commercials and in the TV drama “Tokujou Kabach!!”.

No ChillPARTYNEXTDOOR

PARTYNEXTDOOR – No Chill (Official Music Video)

Are you familiar with PartyNextDoor, the artist from Canada? He’s known for a style that fuses R&B with dancehall and hip-hop.

This track, included on his album PartyNextDoor 4 released in April 2024, is perfect for summer nights.

The languid saxophone tones and shadowy melodies intertwine with the heat in the air.

The lyrics portray a passionate game of love that makes it hard to stay cool, evoking a sensual, slightly dangerous mood.

The album featuring this song reached No.

10 on the Billboard 200.

Put it on during a summer dusk drive or while unwinding with a slightly grown-up vibe, and you’ll find a pleasant spark amid the languid heat.

Time After TimeCyndi Lauper

Time After Time – Sarah McLachlan and Cyndi Lauper

It’s included on the 2005 album “The Body Acoustic.” It’s an acoustic version of the classic “Time After Time.” It’s a gentle, beautiful duet with Canadian singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan.

Sleigh RideTLC

TLC – Sleigh Ride (Official HD Video)

Sleigh Ride is a Hip Hop R&B/Swing-style single released by LaFace Records in 1993.

TLC is a female R&B group from Atlanta, Georgia, USA.

The original members were T-Boz, Left Eye, and Chilli, and the group is now a duo.