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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.

Western music BGM to listen to at night: Recommended classics and popular songs (81–90)

Green OnionsBooker T&The MG’s

This is an instrumental track by the group Booker T.

& the M.G.’s, released as their debut single in 1962.

Even if you don’t recognize the group’s name, many of you probably know this song or have often heard it as background music.

For now, try remembering the group’s name—though they’re an older band, good music transcends time.

Be sure to check out their other songs too!

Here TonightBrett Young

Brett Young – Here Tonight (Official Music Video)
Here TonightBrett Young

A country singer-songwriter who has opened for artists like Katy Perry and Colbie Caillat and is gaining attention.

Set to an open, refreshing sound, the song lets you hear every nuance of his breath with great care.

The arrangement develops in a straightforward manner, yet conveys its message with steadily rising intensity.

In the music video, scenes of him singing on the beach before a storm form the basis, with a flashback to a passionate romance appearing at the end.

Now That I Found YouCarly Rae Jepsen

Carly Rae Jepsen – Now That I Found You
Now That I Found YouCarly Rae Jepsen

Carly Rae Jepsen, a singer from Canada, is one of the world’s pop divas well-known in Japan.

Her 2019 release “Now That I Found You” became a hot topic for its music video featuring lots of cats.

The song itself is an upbeat dance-pop tune, making it perfect as background music.

Eyes On YouChase Rice

“Eyes On You” is a song released by Chase Rice in 2017.

Chase Rice is known as a country musician and has put out many great tracks, earning high praise from country music fans.

Among his works, this song is especially outstanding, with a moving sound that makes it a great choice as background music for a variety of situations.

Paradise CityGuns N’ Roses

Guns N’ Roses – Paradise City (Official Music Video)
Paradise CityGuns N' Roses

Paradise City was included on their 1987 debut album and released as a single, reaching No.

5 on the US charts.

Above all, the song’s music video preserves the raw energy of a live show, interweaving footage of the band at their most electrifying on stage with behind-the-scenes moments, creating a documentary-like feel.

Watching the MV makes you feel as if you’re right there at the concert, letting you take in just how cool they look.

It’s a superb production that showcases the extraordinary power of the band at the peak of their popularity.