[2026] UP! UP! UP! Recommended Western songs to boost your mood.

BonesImagine Dragons

Imagine Dragons – Bones (Official Music Video)

Since their 2012 debut album Night Visions, Imagine Dragons have delivered a string of hits with a hybrid sound that goes beyond rock and pop, maintaining high popularity as mainstays on the charts.

Many of their songs are anthemic, sing-along numbers—perfect for when you want to get pumped up.

Bones, introduced here, was released in March 2022 and is a single slated for inclusion on their sixth studio album, Mercury – Act 2, scheduled for release in July of the same year.

The song is memorable for its exhilarating chorus that instantly conjures the image of a stadium sing-along—quintessentially their style—and with lyrics themed around frontman Dan Reynolds’s views on life and death, it’s a powerful track that feels like a strong push on your back.

Be sure to check out the music video as well, a short-film-like piece directed by Jason Koenig, who has worked on many popular MVs!

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A Hope In HellBLEED FROM WITHIN

BLEED FROM WITHIN – A Hope In Hell (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)

An epic saga from Scotland’s proud metalcore band, BLEED FROM WITHIN.

This gem of a track powerfully voices the strength to face life’s adversities and the hope to overcome them.

Thunderous riffs and melodic phrases blend perfectly, gripping the listener with dramatic development and never letting go.

Since its release in January 2025, it has made a huge impact on the European metal scene and drawn attention as the first single from the Nuclear Blast label.

It’s a song that gives you a strong push forward at life’s crossroads or when you’re ready to face a challenge.

Highly recommended not only for metalcore fans, but also for those who don’t usually listen to metal.

CollusionKillswitch Engage

Killswitch Engage – Collusion

A powerful track from Killswitch Engage has arrived, themed around the political intrigue and mass manipulation by those in power that stretch back to the ancient Roman Empire.

The social critique embedded within its hard-edged metalcore sound serves as a stark warning to modern society.

Produced by Adam Dutkiewicz, the fusion of fierce riffs and energetic vocals represents the band at their finest.

Featured on the album “This Consequence,” set for release in February 2025, the song has already garnered high praise from many critics.

It’s a must-listen for those who want to discern the truths lurking behind society’s facade—and for anyone who truly loves a heavy metalcore sound.

UpdateBurna Boy

Burna Boy – Update [Official Music Video]

A track that blends the nostalgia of sampling Soul II Soul’s “Back to Life” with the fresh grooves of contemporary Afrobeats has arrived from Nigerian artist Burna Boy.

Known for his unique style that fuses Afrobeats, reggae, and hip-hop, this release captivates with a refined sound built on danceable rhythms and smooth melodies.

Since its February 2025 release, it’s off to a strong start globally—ranking as high as No.

8 on Apple Music’s chart in Iceland, for example.

Carrying the momentum of his Grammy-winning album “Twice as Tall” (Best Global Music Album), this song is perfect not only for the dancefloor but also for lifting your mood any time.

AfterlifeHouse Of Protection

House of Protection – Afterlife (Official Music Video)

Formed to step back from the pressures of the music industry with burning passion and to rediscover their love for music, America’s House of Protection is a unit by Aric Improta and Stephen Harrison, known as former members of FEVER 333.

Released in February 2025, this work deftly fuses the grandeur of stadium rock with elements of trap music.

With former BRING ME THE HORIZON member Jordan Fish as producer, it carries a powerful message that finds a glimmer of hope within a world that could be called dark.

The band’s live performances have earned high praise across regions, drawing over 25,000 attendees across five shows on their Australian tour.

Alongside their energetic sound, this track resonates with those seeking the courage to confront their inner darkness.

ExtraLJENNIE & Doechii

JENNIE, Doechii – ExtraL (Official Video)

This is a collaborative track by BLACKPINK’s Jennie and the rising American rapper Doechii, whose recent Grammy win catapulted her to fame.

The song powerfully celebrates women’s independence, blending an innovative electro-pop and hip-hop sound where Jennie’s cool vocals and Doechii’s energetic rap mesh perfectly, creating an empowering appeal that gives listeners a boost.

Released in February 2025, the track is slated for inclusion on Jennie’s first solo album, Ruby, and is also featured in a commercial for the global fashion brand Calvin Klein.

Their performance on the popular American show The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon generated significant buzz.

It’s the perfect song for anyone who wants to cherish their individuality and move forward in life with positivity.

Revolving doorTate McRae

Tate McRae – Revolving door (Official Video)

Tate McRae, the Canada-born artist who broke out globally after starting as a dancer and becoming a singer-songwriter, released her new album “So Close to What” in February 2025—a work that distills the raw appeal of her candid, emotion-laden vocals.

Among its tracks, one song stands out for its masterful portrayal of the subtle, complex feelings that come with love.

Its energetic, dancehall-infused sound pairs perfectly with lyrics that frankly express the struggle of being unable to sever ties with a partner.

With production by Ryan Tedder and others shining throughout, this release is sure to resonate with anyone wrestling with the conflicts of romance.