[Masterpiece Selection] A Compilation of Classic Western Rock Songs
Many music listeners, regardless of generation, probably learned the word “rock” from Western music.
To convey the enduring greatness of Western rock across any era, this article highlights gem-like masterpieces born over more than 60 years of rock history, delivering a curated selection of the best rock songs for those who want to start exploring Western rock.
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Masterpiece Selection: A Compilation of Classic Western Rock Songs (111–120)
Feel Like Makin’ LoveBad Company
A gem of a ballad themed around love and passion.
It opens with acoustic guitar, then gradually brings in electric guitar and builds into a powerful rock track—an arrangement that’s truly compelling.
The lyrics, which candidly express romantic feelings and sexuality, captured the hearts of many listeners.
Released as a single in June 1975, it reached No.
10 on the U.S.
Billboard Hot 100.
Included on the album Straight Shooter, it became one of Bad Company’s signature songs.
It’s a track you’ll want to hear when you’re thinking of someone you love and longing to feel a deep connection.
[Masterpiece Selection] A Compilation of Classic Western Rock Songs (121–130)
AfterallBeartooth
A 2019 release by Beartooth, a four-piece American band whose appeal will surely resonate with fans of Japanese rock as well.
Their sound, rooted in the emo rock lineage, packs explosive energy and carries a sense of exhilaration that makes you imagine the crowd going wild at live shows and festivals.
Distorted guitars and emotive vocals—this is a track that reaffirms that good music is simply good.
Ramblin’ Gamblin’ ManBob Seger
Ramblin’ Gamblin’ Man is a song by Bob Seger, a musician from Detroit, USA.
He released it when he was still relatively unknown, and it became a nationwide hit in the United States.
With powerful drumming, powerful vocals, and a simple arrangement, it’s an incredibly cool track.
Released in 1969, his early career declined after peaking with this song.
Nevertheless, true to the theme of masterpieces by Western rock bands, it has many devoted fans, and the band is once again attracting renewed attention.
ClocksColdplay
One of Coldplay’s signature songs, known for its striking piano riff.
Released in 2002, it appears on their second album, A Rush of Blood to the Head.
Centered on the passage of time and the value of each moment, the song—paired with Chris Martin’s vocals—beautifully captures life’s fragility and anxieties.
It garnered numerous accolades, including the 2004 Grammy Award for Record of the Year.
It’s the perfect track to listen to when you want to pause amid your busy days and reflect on life.
Take It EasyThe Eagles
This is a song distinguished by its light rhythm and pleasant melody.
The lyrics, which express a desire to break free from the pressures of life, resonate with many people.
The message to “take it easy” will strike a chord with modern listeners leading busy lives.
Released in May 1972 as the Eagles’ debut single, it reached No.
12 on the U.S.
charts and is included on the album Eagles.
Evoking the vast landscapes of America, this track is perfect for a drive—an ideal song when you want a little more peace of mind.
One Of UsLiam Gallagher
This is a song released in the summer of 2019 by Liam Gallagher, the guitarist and vocalist of the legendary UK rock band Oasis.
The long-awaited new track retains the essence of UK rock while weaving in a sense of storytelling.
Whether you knew those days or not, that effortlessly laid-back rock is still as cool as ever.
AmsterdamNothing But Thieves
Known as one of Nothing But Thieves’ signature works, this song is characterized by powerful guitar riffs and melodic vocals.
While raw and full of momentum, it features a strikingly beautiful middle section often described as “a respite in a storm at sea.” The lyrics, which depict a sense of discomfort with the superficial aspects of society and a quest to find one’s true self, leave a strong impression on listeners.
Released in May 2017, the track was unveiled as the lead single from their second album, Broken Machine, and immediately drew attention.
With lyrics that delve into universal challenges of modern society, it’s especially recommended for those who feel a thirst for self-realization and a conflict with social expectations.