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 classics and popular songs (81–90)
Tour de FranceKraftwerk
Kraftwerk’s technopop.
Released in 1983.
Twenty years later, in 2003, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the professional road cycling race Tour de France, they also produced their 11th album, Tour de France.
BenMichael Jackson
This is a wonderful song—the theme from the film “Ben”—sung by Michael Jackson at the tender age of 14, during his growth years, with a gentle and beautifully clear voice.
Even then, you can tell he already possessed a captivating, expressive tone that drew people in.
The song reached No.
1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Take On Mea-ha
This was a-ha’s debut and signature song, released in 1985.
It features a striking techno-style intro, and there’s a theory that Japanese youth dancing to this section during the bubble era became the origin of the later popular dance culture known as “para para.”
HelloAdele
This is Adele’s “Hello,” which was a long-running hit spanning 2015 and 2016.
Her vocal prowess is overwhelmingly powerful, and her voice itself has an aura.
Even when you start listening casually, there’s something about it that keeps you until the very end.
I think she’s one of the few singers blessed with a truly remarkable voice.
Her ballads in particular are so smooth and evocative that you can almost picture a rainy night; they’re perfect as background music, never intruding on your work and naturally soaking into your body.
Swish Swish ft. Nicki MinajKaty Perry
Isn’t a collaboration between Katy Perry featuring Nicki Minaj the ultimate powerhouse pairing of top divas? The music video uses basketball as a motif and has a comical, surreal feel.
When I first watched it, I wondered what on earth it was about—or maybe it was one of those things that doesn’t mean anything at all? As I looked into it, I found out people were saying the song is mainly a diss track.
From a Japanese perspective, I can’t help but think, is that really okay to broadcast publicly? Still, I’m also amazed by Katy Perry’s bold image change! And I’m surprised at how subtly handsome she looks, too!