Hidden gems of Western music. Lesser-known songs.
This time, I’m introducing hidden gems from Western music!
When you see an article like this, some of you might think, “Come on, it’s just a bunch of famous hits by big-name artists, right?”
Honestly, I feel disappointed too when I come across pieces like that.
But don’t worry!
This time, I’ve put together genuinely high-class, tasteful tracks.
The first half features standout songs by artists with a certain level of recognition and serious talent, while the second half dives into ultra-obscure, super-stylish gems.
Even those who know Western music inside out will find several tracks they’ve never heard of—so be sure to check them out!
- Stylish Western music: Chic hidden gems that only the in-the-know recognize make an appearance!
- Stylish Western music: that catchy song you hear on the street corner
- Iconic dark and cool Western songs — with some lesser-known gems too!
- 1980s: Legendary Western Rock Bands’ Classic and Hit Songs
- [2026] Moving Western songs that touch the heart: A roundup of recommended classics
- Beautiful, lovely Western music. A roundup of recommended classic songs.
- Classic Western songs you want to listen to late at night
- A collection of emotionally resonant dark-themed Western songs—tracks with lyrics that deeply echo in the heart
- [Captivating] A Collection of Western Songs with Cool Intros [2026]
- [2026 Edition] Uplifting Western Music — Latest Popular Songs and Recommended Tracks
- Cute Western music: A special feature on stylish and adorable songs from around the world!
- Western songs with cool bass lines: classic and popular tracks recommended for bassists
- Famous piano masterpieces in Western music. Recommended popular songs.
Hidden gems in Western music: Lesser-known songs (1–10)
Muddy WatersLP
LP is a female singer-songwriter whose 2015 release “Lost On You” became an enormous global hit and earned her worldwide acclaim.
She is openly lesbian, and her cool, striking presence appeals even to men, while her popularity among women is especially remarkable.
One of her hidden gems is “Muddy Waters.” It’s fairly well known, but since it was released around the same time as “Lost On You,” many people may not be familiar with it.
Cette journéeZAZ
Zaz is a quintessential French national artist—often likened to a modern-day Édith Piaf—and she’s loved by many listeners.
Her signature song is “Je veux,” and for many people, that’s how they first discovered her.
However, because her musical style is quite diverse, there aren’t actually that many songs like “Je veux.” The track “Cette journée” is one of her hidden gems, crafted with an antique-style melody reminiscent of “Je veux.” Be sure to check it out.
ToxicYael Naim
Yael Naim is a singer who represents Israel—an artist known to those in the know.
When it comes to her signature work, it has to be “New Soul,” right? It gained instant attention after being used in an Apple commercial.
While many people find “New Soul” catchy, her musical style is actually quite edgy.
A hidden gem of hers is “Toxic,” a dark track crafted with a gothic atmosphere.
Hidden gems of Western music: lesser-known songs (11–20)
InshallahSting
Sting, a singer-songwriter from the UK who is praised by dedicated music enthusiasts around the world for his high intelligence and musicality.
He’s an artist with many charms, but his compositional ability stands out in particular.
Inshallah is one of Sting’s masterpieces, crafted with the world-music influences that have characterized his recent work.
If you’re looking for sophisticated, high-sense music, be sure to check it out.
Coming Back As a ManCara Emerald
Electro swing is a jazz genre created by Austrian music producer Parov Stelar.
It mixes swing jazz with electronic music and has gained worldwide popularity, especially in countries like Austria, the Netherlands, and France.
Caro Emerald is one of the leading singers representing electro swing.
One of her hidden gems is “Coming Back As a Man,” a masterpiece that brilliantly blends a mature atmosphere with a flashy melody.
Angels Make LoveAndy Allo
Andy Allo is a singer-songwriter from Cameroon.
She’s currently based in the United States, but in fact… she was a protégé of the great singer-songwriter Prince.
Her music clearly carries Prince’s DNA, and every track is crafted with exceptionally sophisticated structure.
The song “Angels Make Love” in particular evokes Prince’s later musical style, so if you’re familiar with his work, be sure to give it a listen.
TROP FRESHMonsieur Nov
Monsieur Nobu is a French singer-songwriter with Vietnamese roots.
While he excels at classic R&B, he also releases a wide range of Black music—from neo-soul leaning toward R&B to contemporary mainstream slow jams.
One of his standout tracks is “TROP FRESH,” an R&B piece rich with neo-soul elements, crafted into an exceptionally smooth melody.