Summary of Western pop music: A comprehensive introduction to famous pop songs from overseas.

Don’t CryASIA

Asia – Don’t Cry [HQ]

It’s a song that can hype you up from the intro alone.

It’s an old track from the ’80s, so if you like AOR from that era you’ll be absolutely pumped, but people used to more modern sounds might find it dated.

Even so, there’s no doubt it’s a classic—so try listening to it while watching the sunrise.

I’ll Be ThereThe Jackson 5

Jackson 5-I’ll Be There

Released on August 28, 1970, this song by The Jackson 5 showcases the remarkable vocals of a young Michael Jackson.

The lyrics seem open to various interpretations, but if you end up arguing while in love or nursing a crush, it would be wonderful to make up as quickly as in this song.

It warms the heart to hear a love song that promises to come running whenever a distant call is heard.

ImagineJohn Lennon

John Lennon – Imagine HD

This is a song by John Lennon released in 1971.

It’s a universally acclaimed masterpiece.

While the original lyrics seem to carry a different message, they can also be applied to romance.

Rather than simply forcing your own feelings onto someone, imagining the other person might be the key to building a wonderful relationship.

Daydream BelieverThe Monkees

The Monkees – Daydream Believer (Official Music Video)

A masterpiece whose lyrics recount memories of days spent with her and whose sweet yet bittersweet melody gently resonates in the heart.

Along with The Timers’ cover version led by Kiyoshiro Imawano, it was used as a Seven-Eleven commercial song and is widely known.

It’s an amazing track that even reached No.

1 on Billboard.

Hey, Soul SisterTrain

Train – Hey, Soul Sister (Official Video)

As everyone knows, it’s a classic by Train, but it seems this song is playfully packed with lyrics and melodies from ’80s music scattered throughout.

If you listen casually, you might not even notice, as it’s been crafted into a breezy track that perfectly suits the gentle warmth of spring.

Hot N ColdKaty Perry

Katy Perry – Hot N Cold (Official Music Video)

As the world’s pop princess, she holds records rivaling Michael Jackson’s.

This is a hit from her debut album.

The lyrics and music video—where she confronts an indecisive, no-good guy and tells him to “make up your mind!”—resonated strongly with girls around the globe.

Sir DukeStevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder – Sir Duke

The Japanese title is “Beloved Duke.” This song, with its strikingly sharp brass section at the beginning, became a global hit.

In Japan, it has often been used in commercials, and many people have probably heard the chorus in car ads and the like.