[2026] UP! UP! UP! Recommended Western songs to boost your mood.
When you just can’t get motivated and you’re feeling down, anyone who loves music usually has at least one go-to track that lifts their spirits.
The more of those “this song will get me through the day” tracks you’ve got stocked up—not just one or two—the better you can match them to how you feel that day.
So in this article, we’ve rounded up a selection of uplifting Western music.
From pop and rock to punk, the lineup features recent hits and popular songs from the last few years, so if you’re looking for new tracks to boost your mood, this is a must-see!
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[2026] UP! UP! UP! Recommended Uplifting Western Songs (211–220)
Voices in My HeadRare Americans
Rare Americans, a band based in Vancouver, Canada, have released a lead single from their upcoming 2025 album (S)KiDS.
Riding on their signature punk rock energy, the song portrays a dialogue with one’s inner voice.
It expresses a swirl of emotions within the heart—self-criticism, anxiety, and past trauma.
Released on January 24, 2025, the track is also drawing attention for its music video, which fully showcases the band’s unique world that fuses animation and music.
It’s a song that offers comfort to troubled hearts and invites empathy.
Give it a listen when you want to face yourself.
Rock And Roll Party CowboyThe Darkness
The latest song from The Darkness—Britain’s proud standard-bearers of rock who embody the spirit of rock ’n’ roll—shines with a sunlike brilliance that defies their very name.
Serving as the lead single from their upcoming album “Dreams on Toast,” slated for release in March 2025, the track stands out with Justin Hawkins’s distinctive high-register vocals and powerful guitar riffs.
While you can sense influences from ZZ Top and Motörhead, the band crafts a world entirely their own.
The lyrics, portraying a freewheeling “rock ’n’ roll party cowboy,” showcase the band’s sharp sense of humor and are superbly executed.
We can’t wait to see it unveiled on their UK tour starting in March.
GirlfriendAvril Lavigne
It’s a pop-punk classic brimming with cuteness and confidence.
Released in February 2007 by Canadian artist Avril Lavigne, it’s one of the tracks included on the album “The Best Damn Thing.” The song became a global hit, reaching No.
1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
With its energetic beat and catchy melody, the lyrics vividly portray competitiveness and self-assertion in romance.
This track poppily expresses the confidence and vitality of young women, making it perfect for lifting your mood or getting a boost.
It’s also a great choice as background music for driving or working out.
[2026] UP! UP! UP! Recommended Uplifting Western Songs (221–230)
I Gotta FeelingBlack Eyed Peas
This song, which sings about the excitement of a party kicking off, is a hit by the American hip-hop group The Black Eyed Peas.
Released in June 2009, it topped the Billboard charts for 14 consecutive weeks.
The phrase in the song, “I’ve got a feeling that tonight’s gonna be a good night,” gives listeners a positive boost.
Created in collaboration with French DJ David Guetta, the track is praised as a symbol of the fusion between EDM and pop.
It’s recommended for those seeking a bright, uplifting message.
Raving In The StudioAitch
This track stands out with its energetic beat.
It’s a collaboration between Manchester-born rapper Aitch and Manchester producer Boo, released in January 2025.
Sampling Gorillaz’s classic “Feel Good Inc.,” it offers a distinctive and captivating sound.
The song depicts a studio party vibe, seamlessly blending Aitch’s signature flow with Boo’s powerful production.
It’s been featured in broadcasts of major global boxing events, drawing significant attention, and is a must-listen for fans of club music.
Looking For LoveAlok & Anitta
A new collaborative track has arrived from popular Brazilian DJ Alok and singer Anitta.
Blending energetic electronic sounds with passionate vocals, the song features lyrics in both English and Spanish.
While portraying nighttime adventures and forbidden love, it also carries a critical message about the modern music industry.
Released in November 2024, this is the first collaboration between Alok and Anitta, who have been friends for many years.
It’s recommended for those looking to light up the dance floor or anyone interested in the fusion of Latin music and EDM.
Choose Your Fighter (From Barbie The Album)Ava Max
I’d like to introduce a unique love song: “Choose Your Fighter (From Barbie The Album).” It’s a track by singer-songwriter Ava Max that was featured in the film Barbie.
With a melody reminiscent of ’90s disco, it expresses a love so strong that you could become any version of yourself for the other person.
While this kind of sentiment is common, what makes this song stand out is the unusually quirky examples it uses to convey that feeling.
