[Western Music] Nostalgic Western songs that everyone has probably heard at least once!
Music continues to resonate in people’s hearts across generations.
Among them, songs born between the 1970s and 1990s are regarded as a golden era in music history, during which many masterpieces were created.
From the disco boom and innovations in rock to the diversification of pop music, era-defining tracks emerged across a variety of genres.
By rekindling memories of those times and rediscovering the appeal of these classics, we can experience new emotions.
Feel the power of music that transcends generations through the songs of this era!
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[Western Music] Nostalgic Western songs that everyone has probably heard at least once! (11–20)
I Want It That WayBackstreet Boys
When it comes to a moving song by the American pop idol group Backstreet Boys, it has to be “I Want It That Way,” released in 1999.
The album Millennium, which features the track, climbed high on the charts not only in the United States but around the world.
The powerful vocals of the five members, the harmonized choral work, and the captivating melody blend together to enthrall countless fans as a landmark of ’90s pop.
Still beloved by many today, this song can rightly be called a must-hear classic that showcases the Backstreet Boys at their best.
Gypsy WomanCrystal Waters
A song released in 1991 by American singer-songwriter Crystal Waters.
While it’s a socially conscious message song depicting the daily life of a homeless woman, it’s also a memorable number with a catchy melody and danceable rhythm.
The repeated phrase “La da dee, la da da” sticks in your head, and it became hugely popular on the club scene.
The track earned high acclaim worldwide, including reaching No.
1 on the Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart.
It’s a quintessential ’90s classic that even those who don’t usually listen to Western pop should give a listen to at least once.
Stayin’ AliveBee Gees
A quintessential classic of 70s disco arrived from the UK-born Bee Gees.
Powerfully celebrating the importance of staying alive, the song is also famous as part of the soundtrack to the film Saturday Night Fever.
Its lyrics, expressing the courage to face adversity and the will to never give up, captured the hearts of many.
After its release in December 1977, it reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
What’s more, its 104 BPM rhythm—used even in CPR training—embodies the very message of “staying alive.” It’s a perfect track for lighting up the dance floor or when you need the courage to take on life.
Shape of YouEd Sheeran
Many of you are probably familiar with Ed Sheeran’s smash global hit.
Released in 2017 from the album ÷, it’s notable for its lively, dancehall-inspired beat.
The lyrics tell a passionate story about becoming captivated by someone met at a bar.
The song doesn’t incorporate many advanced vocal techniques and is sung in a soft, whisper-like style throughout, which might make it easier to try at karaoke.
My Heart Will Go OnCéline Dion
The ballad sung by Canadian artist Celine Dion was released in November 1997 as the theme song for the film Titanic.
Celebrating the eternity of love, the song’s powerful vocals and moving melody resonate deeply with listeners.
Tied to the film’s tragic story, it conveys the message that true love endures beyond time, distance, and even death.
It won both Grammy and Academy Awards and has become an emblematic song of Dion’s career.
Highly recommended for those who have experienced heartbreak or separation, or for anyone who wants to feel a strong bond with someone special.
I DON’T WANT TO MISS A THINGAerosmith
A song by Aerosmith, the American hard rock band that can rightly be called a living legend.
Released in 1998 and a massive hit as the theme song for the film Armageddon, this track became the band’s first to reach No.
1 on the U.S.
singles chart, holding the top spot for four consecutive weeks.
In Japan, it’s been heard in various contexts, including commercials for the Nissan Elgrand and Nissin Cup Noodles.
The lyrics depict a pure, unwavering love—watching a beloved one sleep and wishing not to sleep even for a moment.
Its majestic arrangement featuring strings and the distinctive, passionate vocals combine to create a one-of-a-kind song—an enduring classic that continues to be loved more than twenty years after its release.
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All I Want for Christmas Is YouMariah Carey
This song, which everyone around the world has heard at least once, was released in 1994 from the album “Merry Christmas.” It’s a love song that expresses pure feelings for a sweetheart, proclaiming that more than presents or decorations, nothing brings greater happiness than simply having you by my side.
While the sound of bells and backing vocals create a festive Christmas exhilaration, at the heart of the lyrics is a straightforward devotion to a loved one.
Twenty-five years after its release, it reached No.
1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time in 2019 and has continued to return to the top every year since.
In Japan, it was used as the theme song for the 1994 Fuji TV drama “29-sai no Christmas,” and has become a seasonal staple that is always heard during the holidays.
It’s a perfect song to play on that special night with someone important.