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 gems of Western wake-up songs: Recommended popular tracks (21–30)
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.
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.
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.
Rather BeClean Bandit ft. Jess Glynne
A collaboration between the British electronic music group Clean Bandit and singer-songwriter Jess Glynne.
James Napier, who has also worked on tracks for artists like Disclosure, was involved in the production.
It topped charts around the world and won a Grammy Award.
Walking On SunshineKatrina and The Waves
A pop rock track released in 1985 by the rock band Katrina and the Waves.
It became a hit around the world.
It has been featured in films such as American Psycho and High Fidelity, and has been covered by artists including Dolly Parton and Aly & AJ.
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.
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.