[2026] Relive those iconic moments… Recommended theme songs and insert songs from Western films

HappyPharrell Williams

HAPPY – Pharrell Williams (feat. Minions)

Even if you weren’t very interested in Western pop, many of you probably still remember this global smash hit.

It’s the 2013 breakout solo hit by Pharrell Williams—world-famous hitmaker, renowned music producer, and member of groups like N.E.R.D and The Neptunes.

With its up-tempo, catchy melody and a positive message about feeling happy and sharing that joy with others, the song became a sensation.

Released as part of the soundtrack for Despicable Me 2, it reached number one in over 20 countries.

It’s the perfect track to lift your spirits—whether you’re driving, at a party, or just need a burst of good vibes.

Young and BeautifulLana Del Rey

Lana Del Rey – Young and Beautiful

A gem-like ballad that portrays a fleeting, star-like, and beautiful love.

Carried by a melancholic piano line, it gracefully weaves together anxieties about youth and beauty fading with time and the yearning for eternal love.

Lana Del Rey’s rich, sultry vocals capture the world of the film The Great Gatsby with remarkable fidelity.

Released in April 2013, the song was created for the soundtrack of Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby.

It was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Song Written for Visual Media and garnered significant attention, reaching No.

22 on the U.S.

Billboard Hot 100.

It’s a track that accompanies moments when one feels the ache of unrequited love or the purity of true affection.

Its sweet melody and grand orchestral arrangement resonate deeply, gently embracing the feelings of those in love.

Hold My HandLady Gaga

Lady Gaga – Hold My Hand (From “Top Gun: Maverick”) [Official Music Video]

Top Gun: Maverick became a worldwide hit.

Many of you were likely moved by its passionate human drama.

Playing over the ending and amplifying the audience’s emotions even further was “Hold My Hand.” This song was written specifically for the film by Lady Gaga.

It has a grand, sweeping feel that perfectly matches the movie’s scale.

If you’re a fan of the film, be sure to check out the music video, which features scenes from the movie.

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IrisGoo Goo Dolls

Goo Goo Dolls – Iris [Official Music Video] [4K Remaster]

Released in 1998 as part of the soundtrack for the film City of Angels, the song became one of the Goo Goo Dolls’ signature tracks.

John Rzeznik’s husky vocals and the gentle tones of the acoustic guitar beautifully color a poignant love story.

The angel’s pure desire—to be with the one he loves even at the cost of eternal life—strikes straight to the heart.

The song was also included on the album Dizzy Up the Girl and received high acclaim, including three Grammy nominations.

It’s wonderful to listen to while recalling scenes from the movie, and equally moving when you listen while thinking of someone dear to you.

Let It GoIdina Menzel

Idina Menzel – Let It Go (from Frozen) (Official Video)

This is the theme song from the 2013 Disney film, known for its powerful vocals and dramatic musical development.

Centered on the themes of self-liberation and embracing one’s true self, it perfectly fuses a heartfelt melody with a grand arrangement.

Idina Menzel’s commanding vocals elevate the story’s emotion to its fullest, earning the song the 2014 Academy Award for Best Original Song.

Composers Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez drew inspiration from many pop stars in creating the piece.

It’s a song I’d wholeheartedly dedicate to anyone about to take a new step in life or searching for a way to live authentically.

Paired with the film’s climactic scene of release, its courageous, hope-filled voice resonates deeply.

I See FireEd Sheeran

Ed Sheeran – I See Fire (Music Video)

A deeply moving folk ballad that beautifully captures the grand worldview of a fantasy film.

Over the gentle resonance of an acoustic guitar, Ed Sheeran sings of mountains, fire, and brotherly love, bringing the story’s scenes vividly to life.

Featured over the end credits of the 2013 epic The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, the song was written and composed by Sheeran in just one day after watching the film, and finished as a labor of love with him performing multiple instruments himself, including guitar and violin.

It enjoyed worldwide acclaim, reaching number one in New Zealand, among other achievements.

Highly recommended for those who want to immerse themselves deeply in the story and emotions, or who are seeking soothing, relaxing music.

Enjoying it alongside the film makes this gem of a track even more compelling.

You Could Be MineGuns N’ Roses

Guns N’ Roses – You Could Be Mine (Official Video HD)

This hard rock-style track, marked by heavy guitar riffs and pounding drum beats, overwhelms listeners with its almost violent aggression and powerful vocals.

Amid the raw intensity, delicate melodies are woven in, showcasing the quintessential musicality of Guns N’ Roses.

Featured on the album Use Your Illusion II, the song was chosen as the theme for the film Terminator 2 and became a global smash hit.

Following its release in June 1991, it dominated charts worldwide alongside the film’s popularity, reaching No.

3 in the UK and No.

1 in Finland and Spain, among other achievements.

It’s a song that truly took the world by storm—perfect not only for reminiscing about scenes from the movie, but also for moments when you want to fire yourself up or reset your mood.