[2026] Western songs to listen to in May: Introducing heart-fluttering masterpieces
Speaking of May, it’s Golden Week—a season that’s a delight for working people and students alike.
That said, as the term “May blues” suggests, it can also be a time when you feel a bit lethargic after a long holiday.
So here are some classic Western songs perfect for May to lift your spirits!
From powerful tracks that give a push to those still feeling uneasy a month into their new routines, to chill tunes ideal for a leisurely afternoon tea on a day off, and songs that make great driving BGM during the holiday—there’s plenty to enjoy.
From the latest hits to timeless classics, enjoy!
Playlist
| [2026] Western songs to listen to in May: Introducing heart-fluttering masterpieces | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | I Just MightBruno Mars |  play_arrow | Bruno Mars’s latest single, a disco-funk fusion |
| 2 | Man I NeedOlivia Dean |  play_arrow | Blow away the May blues with Olivia Dean’s new song |
| 3 | Stateside + Zara LarssonPinkPantheress |  play_arrow | PinkPantheress’s new song is well received |
| 4 | you and foreverBleachers |  play_arrow | A cheer song that sings of the Bleachers' bond |
| 5 | Up From Here (ft. Robert Glasper & D Smoke)MOON CHILD |  play_arrow | Expressing hope in Moonchild's new song |
| 6 | ApertureHarry Styles |  play_arrow | Harry Styles' new song sings of the sensation of light |
| 7 | Lover GirlLaufey |  play_arrow | The aching feeling of thinking about a lover in Laufey’s new song |
| 8 | Beat Yourself UpCharlie Puth |  play_arrow | My heart is dancing to Charlie Puth’s new song |
| 9 | Beer and Blood StainsNew Found Glory |  play_arrow | Introduction to New Found Glory's Classic Songs |
| 10 | WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!RAYE |  play_arrow | Get a boost from Rei’s new retro-soul track |
| 11 | Spring Into SummerLizzy McAlpine |  play_arrow | As the seasons shift from spring to summer, Lizzy McAlpine’s songs soothe the heart. |
| 12 | HeavenArlo Parks |  play_arrow | Arlo Parks’ new track is an ambitious work that’s both poetic and techno-tinged |
| 13 | ManchildSabrina Carpenter |  play_arrow | A song in which Sabrina mocks her immature ex-boyfriend |
| 14 | I Did This To Myself (feat. Lil Yachty)Thundercat |  play_arrow | A collaboration track by Thundercat and Lil Yachty |
| 15 | Red MoonTom Misch |  play_arrow | Introduction to Tom Misch’s new song Red Moon |
| 16 | Sunday MorningMaroon 5 |  play_arrow | A gentle love ballad by Maroon 5 |
| 17 | As It WasHarry Styles |  play_arrow | Introducing Harry’s hit song that won two Grammy Awards |
| 18 | I Ain’t WorriedOneRepublic |  play_arrow | A song of dreams and hope that moves forward facing ahead |
| 19 | Please Please PleaseSabrina Carpenter |  play_arrow | Sabrina tops the Billboard chart with a Grammy-nominated love song |
| 20 | Good Luck, Babe!Chappell Roan |  play_arrow | Chapel Lone’s heart-stirring love song |
| 21 | Wake Me UpAvicii |  play_arrow | Avicii’s signature song, Wake Me Up |
| 22 | ShiversEd Sheeran |  play_arrow | Ed Sheeran's powerful pop song |
| 23 | Beautiful DayU2 |  play_arrow | Cheering on your efforts in a new environment with a U2 song |
| 24 | Can’t Tame HerZara Larsson |  play_arrow | Zara Larsson’s playful club track |
| 25 | Walking On SunshineKatrina and The Waves |  play_arrow | Katrina reunited and is still active now. |
| 26 | Third of MayFleet Foxes |  play_arrow | Introduction to Fleet Foxes' classic songs |
| 27 | It’s My LifeBon Jovi |  play_arrow | Bon Jovi’s classic song “It’s My Life” |
| 28 | Girls Just Want To Have FunCyndi Lauper |  play_arrow | A song produced in 1979 became a worldwide hit in 1983. |
| 29 | I Feel Like DancingJason Mraz |  play_arrow | Introducing dance songs to boost your mood |
| 30 | Sweetest Day of May (Full Intention Remix)Joe T. Vannelli |  play_arrow | Representative house music works by Italian DJs |
| 31 | Broadway Girls feat. Morgan WallenLil Durk |  play_arrow | Country hip-hop songs are recommended for May blues |
| 32 | Made You LookMeghan Trainor |  play_arrow | Uplifted by Megan's song |
| 33 | Light SwitchCharlie Puth |  play_arrow | Analysis of Charlie Puth's new song |
| 34 | Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen |  play_arrow | A collaboration song by Carly Rae and Owl City |
| 35 | All StarSmash Mouth |  play_arrow | Smash Mouth’s 1999 hit song |
| 36 | Special (feat. SZA)Lizzo |  play_arrow | A self-empowerment song by Lizzo featuring SZA |
| 37 | Spring FeverElvis Presley |  play_arrow | Elvis spring's famous song Spring Joy |
| 38 | TropicaliaBeck |  play_arrow | Beck’s 1998 UK single |
| 39 | WingsJonas Brothers |  play_arrow | Healed by the Jonas Brothers' 'Wings' |
| 40 | HolidayMadonna |  play_arrow | Introduction to Madonna’s hit song “Holiday” |
| 41 | Let Forever BeThe Chemical Brothers |  play_arrow | The Chemical Brothers’ 1999 song |
| 42 | 5 Days In MayBlue Rodeo |  play_arrow | Blue Rodeo's May theme song |
| 43 | First of MayBee Gees |  play_arrow | The Bee Gees' May theme song |
| 44 | Here Comes The SunThe Beatles |  play_arrow | A Beatles classic; the guitar is beautiful. |
| 45 | All Summer LongKid Rock |  play_arrow | Kid Rock's summer classic |
| 46 | Bam Bam ft. Ed SheeranCamila Cabello |  play_arrow | Ed and Camila's heartbreak song |
| 47 | Guess featuring billie eilishCharli XCX |  play_arrow | Charlie and Billy's duet song |
| 48 | Bad DayDaniel Powter |  play_arrow | Daniel Powter's cheering song |
| 49 | Rain On MeLady Gaga, Ariana Grande |  play_arrow | A powerful song that lifts your spirits during the rainy season |
| 50 | What A Wonderful WorldLouis Armstrong |  play_arrow | Louis Armstrong's 1967 single |
| 51 | Good 4 UOlivia Rodrigo |  play_arrow | Olivia Rodrigo’s breakup song |
| 52 | If She Wants MeBelle & Sebastian |  play_arrow | A highly acclaimed Scottish band |
| 53 | Adore YouHarry Styles |  play_arrow | Harry Styles' love song |
| 54 | Month Of MayArcade Fire |  play_arrow | Arcade Fire's May theme song |
| 55 | Steal My SunshineLen |  play_arrow | Canadian band, hit song |
| 56 | Shooting StarOwl City |  play_arrow | Introduction to Owl City’s songs |
| 57 | You Belong With MeTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | A coming-of-age song about feelings for the boy next door you like |
| 58 | Such Great HeightsThe Postal Service |  play_arrow | The Postal Service hit single |
| 59 | Bitter Sweet SymphonyThe Verve |  play_arrow | The Verve's signature single |
| 60 | SmileUncle Kracker |  play_arrow | Uncle Kracker 2009 single |
| 61 | 10 mile stereoBeach House |  play_arrow | Dream pop band formed in 2004 |
| 62 | Free LoveBebe Rexha |  play_arrow | Bibi announces a new house-style single, “Free Love.” |
| 63 | HappyBest Coast |  play_arrow | Los Angeles rock duo |
| 64 | CUFF ITBeyoncé |  play_arrow | Beyoncé wins four Grammys; Song of the Year: 'CUFF IT' |
| 65 | NatturaBjörk |  play_arrow | Björk promotes environmental protection |
| 66 | Bound AwayCake |  play_arrow | Cake, an American rock band with multi-genre elements |
| 67 | Brighter Than The SunColbie Caillat |  play_arrow | A song by Colbie about love |
| 68 | Levitating Featuring DaBabyDua Lipa |  play_arrow | A romance pop song fused with disco sounds |
| 69 | Love AgainDua Lipa |  play_arrow | Dua Lipa’s 2021 hit song “Love Again” |
| 70 | I Feel BetterGotye |  play_arrow | Introduction to Gotye's "I Feel Better" |
| 71 | Late Night TalkingHarry Styles |  play_arrow | Harry Styles’ classic that sings of love at midnight |
| 72 | Summer BabyJonas Brothers |  play_arrow | A warm pop number by the Jonas Brothers |
| 73 | Peaches ft. Daniel Caesar, GiveonJustin Bieber |  play_arrow | Justin Bieber's love-filled classic |
| 74 | FireworkKaty Perry |  play_arrow | Katy Perry's cheer song |
| 75 | West CoastLana Del Rey |  play_arrow | Lana’s romantic ballad song |
| 76 | Big EnergyLatto |  play_arrow | An empowering anthem by a rapper celebrating women's strength |
| 77 | You! Me! Dancing!Los Campesinos |  play_arrow | Indie pop band from Wales |
| 78 | Mambo No. 5 (A Little Bit of…)Lou Bega |  play_arrow | Lou Bega covers a mambo song |
| 79 | Every Summertimeniki |  play_arrow | Niki's teen romance song, produced in just one hour |
| 80 | Pocketful of SunshineNatasha Bedingfield |  play_arrow | Refresh with Natasha’s classic song |
| 81 | Counting StarsOneRepublic |  play_arrow | OneRepublic's smash hit song |
| 82 | High HopesPanic! At The Disco |  play_arrow | Introducing cheer songs by Panic! at the Disco |
| 83 | I Had Some Help feat. Morgan WallenPost Malone |  play_arrow | Post Malone's moving country song |
| 84 | HolidayRema |  play_arrow | Afrobeat songs perfect for Golden Week |
| 85 | I’m Not Here To Make FriendsSam Smith |  play_arrow | Sam Smith's disco song, suitable for a date. |
| 86 | The Animal SongSavage Garden |  play_arrow | Animal theme song of Savage Garden |
| 87 | Dynamite ft. Siasean paul |  play_arrow | The reggaeton king releases a collaboration song with Sia |
| 88 | Soak Up The SunSheryl Crow |  play_arrow | Sheryl Crow’s 2002 single |
| 89 | Fly As MeSilk Sonic |  play_arrow | Silk Sonic’s 70s retro dance track |
| 90 | Boys Don’t CryThe Cure |  play_arrow | The Cure’s heartbreak song |
| 91 | Birdhouse In Your SoulThey Might Be Giants |  play_arrow | Hit songs by They Might Be Giants |
| 92 | A Thousand MilesVanessa Carlton |  play_arrow | Sweet and bittersweet feelings for a love far away |
| 93 | Glue Songbeabadoobee |  play_arrow | A ballad that portrays the bittersweetness of love |
| 94 | EverglowColdplay |  play_arrow | Coldplay's 2016 single |
| 95 | May 16Lagwagon |  play_arrow | Blow away the May blues with Lagwagon’s classic song |
| 96 | GypsyShakira |  play_arrow | Shakira's 2010 single |
| 97 | May 24Trophy Eyes |  play_arrow | Introduction to Trophy Eyes' punk rock songs |