Classic Western songs you’ll want to listen to on a trip: Travel songs from around the world
Music is essential for long journeys.
Listening to nostalgic Japanese songs and soaking in memories is great, but every now and then, why not head toward your destination with a swelling sense of excitement for unknown places while listening to Western music?
For those of you who feel that way, we’ve selected classic Western tracks perfect for travel.
We’ve picked not only timeless staples but also the latest hits—and even songs themed around travel—curating numbers that fit your trip from a variety of angles.
Be sure to find the tracks that suit you!
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Classic Western songs to listen to while traveling: World travel songs (31–40)
Home at LastSteely Dan
Steely Dan started out as a band with a gritty, earthy feel, but as the number of members dwindled they gradually toned down the rock elements, and by the album Aja they had transformed into a jazz-rock outfit with little trace of their debut-era sound.
This is a track from that album—one with a strong jazz flavor.
Take Yours, I’ll Take MineMatthew Mole
South African singer-songwriter Matthew Mole’s “Take Yours, I’ll Take Mine” is a great companion for a journey.
It’s a track from the album “The Home We Built,” with a vibe reminiscent of country music.
The lyrics convey a message of “rest well and return to your true self.” Why not give it a listen when you’re traveling but can’t quite get work or school off your mind?
The PassengerIggy Pop
A track from the album Lust for Life, produced by David Bowie.
It wasn’t exactly a hit, but it’s a staple that always comes up when talking about travel songs.
It may be one of the most popular of Iggy Pop’s songs.
Perfect Strangers ft. JP CooperJonas Blue
This song, which portrays the special bond born from a chance encounter, is a heartwarming collaboration between UK producer Jonas Blue and JP Cooper.
Wrapped in the breezy rhythms of tropical house, it brilliantly captures the exhilaration of two strangers falling into a fateful romance.
Released in June 2016, it peaked at No.
2 in the UK and reached the top 10 in more than eight countries.
The music video, filmed in Cape Town, South Africa, depicts a man and woman who keep running into each other by chance, visually complementing the song’s theme.
It’s a perfect track for summer drives or moments by the sea.
The WeightThe Band
Like “Born To Be Wild,” this is one of The Band’s signature songs used in the film Easy Rider.
It originally appeared on their debut album, Music from Big Pink.
It also made a strong impression in The Last Waltz, the film about their final concert, which includes a studio performance.