Hidden gem alarm songs in Western music. Recommended popular tracks.
I’ve put together a collection of underrated Western wake-up songs that are perfect for setting as your alarm or as background music during the busy morning rush.
These are mainly bright tracks with a pleasant tempo that’ll lift your mood, so you can kick off your day feeling refreshed.
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Hidden gem wake-up songs in Western music: recommended popular tracks (1–10)
Knocking At The DoorArkells
Arkells are a Canadian rock band active since 2006.
This track was released as a single in 2017 from the album Morning Report, which was nominated for a Juno Award.
It reached No.
1 on the Canadian charts.
Good MorningKanye West
A track released in 2007 by American hip-hop artist Kanye West.
Featured on the album Graduation, it has been certified platinum in five countries.
It was inspired by Jay-Z’s 2001 track “The Ruler’s Back.”
Feel RightMark Ronson feat. Mystikal
A collaboration between British producer Mark Ronson and American rapper Mystikal.
It’s a G-funk track that Bruno Mars was involved in producing.
It became a hit in the United States, Mexico, and various European countries.
Hidden gems of Western wake-up songs: Recommended popular tracks (11–20)
Money On My MindSam Smith
A track released in 2014 by the British singer Sam Smith.
It’s a pop track that incorporates elements of breakbeat and R&B.
It became a hit worldwide and was certified platinum in six countries, including Denmark.
ElevateSt. Lucia
St.
Lucia is a South African musician based in Brooklyn since 2012.
This track, featuring moving lyrics, is included on the 2013 album “When the Night.” The music video was directed by NORTON.
Wake Me Up Before You Go-GoWham!
A dance-pop track released in 1984 by Wham!, the duo of George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley.
It features an innocent, retro sound.
The track topped charts around the world and has been used in many films and TV shows.
Warm BloodCarly Rae Jepsen
A track by Canadian singer-songwriter and actress Carly Rae Jepsen.
It was released in 2015 as a promotional single from her third album, Emotion, which was a hit worldwide and reached No.
1 on the charts in Taiwan.