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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.

Hidden gems of Western wake-up songs: Recommended popular tracks (21–30)

Wake UpThe Vamps

A track released in 2015 by the British pop band The Vamps.

It became a hit around the world and was certified platinum in Belgium and Spain.

The music video, filmed in Los Angeles, features Brooklyn Beckham.

Hit the QuaniLoveMemphis

iLoveMemphis – Hit the Quan (Official Video)
Hit the QuaniLoveMemphis

A debut single released in 2015 by iLoveMemphis, a rapper from Tennessee.

It was inspired by Dem Franchize Boyz’s 2004 track “Oh I Think Dey Like Me” and by a dance popularized by Rich Homie Quan.

I Can’t Help ItEsperanza Spalding

Esperanza Spalding – I Can’t Help It (Official Visualizer)
I Can't Help ItEsperanza Spalding

A collaboration between American jazz bassist and singer Esperanza Spalding and jazz saxophonist Joe Lovano.

It features a heavenly, soothing melody.

This track is included on the 2012 album Radio Music Society.

Wake UpThe Arcade Fire

Arcade Fire – Wake Up (Official Audio)
Wake UpThe Arcade Fire

A track released in 2004 by the Canadian rock band Arcade Fire.

It was used as the opening for U2’s world tour and as the entrance song for the English Premier League football team Aston Villa.

ConfidentDemi Lovato

Demi Lovato – Confident (Official Video)
ConfidentDemi Lovato

A pop anthem said to be perfect for starting your day.

It was released in 2015 by American singer Demi Lovato.

The music video, filmed in Austin, Texas, was directed by Robert Rodriguez.

Time To PretendMGMT

MGMT – Time to Pretend (Official HD Video)
Time To PretendMGMT

A psychedelic rock track released in 2008 by the American indie band MGMT.

It has been featured in many forms of media, including the TV drama Gossip Girl, the film Spider-Man: Homecoming, and the video game NHL 2K10.

DOWNTOWNMacklemore & Ryan Lewis

MACKLEMORE & RYAN LEWIS – DOWNTOWN (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)
DOWNTOWNMacklemore & Ryan Lewis

A track characterized by old-school rhythms and funky beats.

It was released in 2015 by the American hip-hop duo Macklemore & Ryan Lewis.

It became a hit around the world, reaching No.

1 on the charts in countries such as Mexico and Australia.