Fast-tempo Western songs: recommended classics and popular tracks
There’s a unit in music that quantifies beats per minute, called “BPM.” In short, it’s an indicator of a song’s speed, but a high BPM doesn’t necessarily mean the song will feel fast.
Since the listener is human, the feel can change depending on the musical style and the density of the lyrics.
So, for this feature…
We’ve selected Western songs that feel fast! We’ve picked a wide range: not only tracks with high BPM, but also curious songs that somehow feel quick despite having fewer beats.
There are some lesser-known tracks in the mix, too, so even regular listeners of Western music should take note.
Please sit back and enjoy.
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Fast-tempo Western songs. Recommended classics and popular tracks (41–50)
MANTRABring Me The Horizon
Bring Me The Horizon now feel like they’ve grown into one of the world’s top bands.
They’ve moved quite a ways from their early deathcore and metalcore styles, but this track from their 2019 smash-hit album amo brilliantly condenses a sense of speed and dramatic development that’s different from BPM-based tempo.
Experience it live, and it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going!
WeightlessAll Time Low
In the emo and melodic hardcore band scene, where trends come and go rapidly, they still enjoy enduring popularity.
They’re hugely popular in Japan as well, with very frequent tours here.
This is the song that helped them break through.
It’s an up-tempo number that became a hit not only in the United States, but also in the United Kingdom, Australia, Brazil, and here in Japan—truly a worldwide success.
Collard GreensScHoolboy Q
This is a fast, danceable hip-hop track with a title inspired by traditional Southern cuisine.
American rapper ScHoolboy Q released it in June 2013 as the lead single from his major-label debut album, Oxymoron.
Featuring fellow artist Kendrick Lamar, the song blends a driving, reggae-tinged beat with dynamic rap flows to create a distinctive vibe.
It peaked at No.
92 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming a key track that helped cement the artist’s status.
ScHoolboy Q’s exceptional rapping skills and hedonistic worldview are in perfect harmony here, making it an ideal song for parties or whenever you want to boost your mood.
Don’t Start NowDua Lipa
It’s got exactly the feel of an up-tempo dance-pop track.
It’s well known as a club hit, too.
Dua Lipa’s husky yet feminine voice and her cool singing style are striking.
Her track “Don’t Start Now” features a distinctive bassline and a sound that gives off a bit of a disco vibe.
I’m sure many of you have heard it on the dance floor.
It gradually gained popularity on TikTok and spread from overseas to Japan.
Born This WayLady Gaga
One of her signature songs from the time when the term “Gaga-sama” was a buzzword.
It was a massive hit to the point that there might not be anyone in the world who doesn’t know it.
Its up-tempo sound, self-empowering lyrics that encourage embracing individuality, and her energetic, commanding vocals inspired and uplifted listeners.
TitleMeghan Trainor
It’s a song that blends cuteness and power.
It’s included on Meghan Trainor’s debut album, “Title,” and was released in January 2015.
Hailing from the United States, she has established a unique style that fuses retro sounds with contemporary pop.
The lyrics, which focus on self-respect in romantic relationships, resonate with many listeners.
A dance challenge went viral on TikTok, bringing the song back into the spotlight; in Japan, it topped the Billboard Japan TikTok chart for four consecutive weeks.
It’s perfect for anyone who wants to value their self-worth.
With its up-tempo beat that lifts your spirits, be sure to give it a listen!
Raining BloodSLAYER
Among the so-called Big Four of thrash, Slayer stands out for a musicality and worldview so evil and ferocious that they keep winning converts.
This is the title track from their early masterpiece, Reign in Blood, and one of the band’s defining numbers.
From the ominous opening filled with the sound of rain and thunder, the blistering, breakneck riffs come crashing down on every listener.
It’s not just recklessly fast; you can feel the sophisticated musicianship too—making it one of the finest classics in metal history.