[2026] Classic Western songs about the moon: Recommended popular tracks
The moon we see when we look up at the sky is both familiar and endlessly mysterious—a presence that never ceases to fascinate us.
Shaped by the influence of sunlight into forms like the full moon and new moon, the “moon” enchants and bewilders those who behold it.
It’s only natural that artists with keen sensitivity would choose it as a theme for their songs.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of classic Western songs themed around that captivating moon.
From tracks that sing directly about the moon to songs that use the moon or moonlight as a metaphor, enjoy a diverse lineup of pieces spanning eras and genres.
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[2026] Classic Western songs about the moon: Recommended popular tracks (61–70)
moonBjörk
Björk, an artist from Iceland, is so acclaimed that she has been nominated for the Grammy Awards 14 times, and she enjoys great popularity as a representative artist of Iceland.
She has also influenced Japanese artists; the singer UA has openly said she was strongly inspired by her.
One of Björk’s masterpieces, Moon, is a work themed around the moon.
It is an exquisitely crafted song in which the harp cycles are altered at intervals that correspond to the lunar phases.
MoonlightGrace VanderWaal
Let me introduce “Moonlight,” a song filled with a gentle message.
It’s a track sung by singer-songwriter Grace VanderWaal.
In the song, she tells a girl dancing under the moonlight that it’s okay to be her true self.
The moonlight can also be read as a metaphor for the spotlight or being in the public eye.
In any case, it feels like listening will put you at ease.
By the way, one of the music videos for this song was filmed in Tokyo.
You can enjoy the beautiful cityscape and the moonlight, so be sure to check it out.
Dancing in the moonlightTHIN LIZZY
Dancing in the Moonlight by Thin Lizzy is a lively track included on their 1977 album Bad Reputation.
Pay attention to the powerful vocals—this song invites you to dance.
Four Out Of FiveArctic Monkeys
Arctic Monkeys are a rock band representing Sheffield, England.
When they debuted, their high level of talent led people to expect them to be the successors to Oasis.
One of their songs with the moon as its theme is Four Out Of Five.
The interesting aspect of this track is how a love song rephrases one’s room as the moon.
Beyond its wonderful melody, that kind of lyrical trickiness earned it a nomination for Best Rock Performance at the 2018 Grammy Awards.
Blue Moon of KentuckyElvis Presley
The classic “Blue Moon of Kentucky,” officially recognized as the state bluegrass song of Kentucky, is widely known through the cover by rock ’n’ roll legend Elvis Presley.
Despite its upbeat tempo, it’s actually a bittersweet breakup song.
The protagonist, heartbroken after being told goodbye by a lover, makes a wistful wish to the blue moon—hoping that the one who left can at least find happiness.
