Foreign music BGM to listen to at night: recommended classics and popular songs
Evenings are the kind of time when you want to put on some background music, whether you’re driving or reading.
So this time, I’ve selected some Western songs that are perfect as BGM for those nighttime vibes.
From tracks that pump you up to ones that help you relax, there’s a wide range here—so you’re sure to find a favorite.
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Western music BGM to listen to at night: recommended masterpieces and popular songs (71–80)
54321Cream
A skilled music duo consisting of Staxx T from Osaka and Minami, who was born in Hong Kong and raised in Kobe.
This track, themed around love at first sight, is featured on their 2016 album “CHANGE.” With its flowing, beautiful melody, it’s the perfect song to play on a nighttime drive.
On nights when you find yourself deep in thought or lost in memories, it will gently keep you company.
On & OnErykah Badu
This is a classic by Erykah Badu, a pioneering figure in neo-soul whose vocal work—skillfully incorporating reggae and hip-hop flows—creates a sophisticated impression.
It sets a luxurious atmosphere that pairs perfectly with the sultry hours of the night.
Strangers in The NightFrank Sinatra
The original version of the song known in Japan as “Yoru no Strangers” (Strangers in the Night) was composed by German composer Bert Kaempfert under a different title.
In 1966, the legendary singer Frank Sinatra covered it and scored a massive hit, making it his most commercially successful work.
The lush orchestral arrangement exudes a sense of grandeur, while Sinatra’s seasoned vocals brilliantly capture the song’s world and mood.
Defeat The Night (feat. Ashley Apollodor)JPB
German producer JPB, who has been active on NCS since 2015, is known for works that blend future bass and dubstep.
His track “Defeat The Night (feat.
Ashley Apollodor)” became one of his signature pieces and gained worldwide popularity.
The standout appeal of this song is undoubtedly the impact of its drop.
The heavy drop, which unfolds with a noticeably reduced BPM, has a kinship with the hip-hop-influenced dance music seen in today’s K-pop scene.
Les NuitsNightmares on Wax
A solo project by George Evelyn—also known by his stage name DJ E.A.S.E.—a UK native now based in Ibiza.
As one of Warp Records’ longest-standing artists, he’s an indispensable figure in the history of electronic music since the ’90s.
This track showcases the full appeal of Nightmares on Wax, characterized by a smoky downtempo/trip-hop sound.
It’s included on the third album Carboot Soul, released in 1999, so be sure to check it out.
