[2026] Western pop songs about Saturdays: a roundup of popular tracks
Just as many people look forward to the weekend, the music world has produced countless classic songs about Saturday.
These “Saturday songs” capture a range of moods—from the sense of freedom and exhilaration that comes with the weekend to moments of wistfulness and introspection.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of standout Western tracks related to Saturday, spanning from recent hits released in the 2020s to timeless classics loved across generations.
You’re sure to find a song that resonates with you.
Shall we set off together on a musical journey to elevate your weekend mood?
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[2026] Western pop songs about Saturdays: Popular tracks (21–30)
God Bless SaturdayKid Rock
A song included on the eighth album, Born Free, released in 2010.
It was originally written as a heavy rock number, but under producer Rick Rubin, it evolved into a rock ’n’ roll song that incorporated more R&B elements.
Saturday NightMisfits
A song about a man reflecting on the car accident that took his girlfriend’s life and the regret he feels.
It is included on the album “Famous Monsters,” released in 1999 by the American hardcore punk band Misfits.
[2026] Western pop songs about Saturday: Popular tracks roundup (31–40)
Another saturday nightSam Cooke
A song Sam Cooke wrote while touring the UK with Little Richard in 1962.
It became the first track he released after the tragic drowning of his 18-month-old son, Vincent.
Cat Stevens’ 1974 cover version also reached No.
6 on the U.S.
charts.
10.15 Saturday NightThe Cure
A song by lead singer Robert Smith about loneliness and despair.
He wrote it on a night when he was 16, sitting at the kitchen table and feeling “completely alone.” Released as a single in 1979, it was also influenced by Dodie Smith’s novel I Capture the Castle.
Almost Saturday NightJohn Fogerty
It’s a song about looking forward to the weekend, included on John Fogerty’s first solo album.
It has been covered by Gene Clark, Rick Nelson, and The Searchers, among others, and Dave Edmunds’ version on his 1981 album Twangin reached No.
58 on the UK charts and No.
54 in the United States.
Saturday NightSuede
A single from the 1997 album ‘Coming Up.’ It’s a simple love song.
The music video was directed by Pedro Romhanyi and features British actress Keeley Hawes, known for the BBC drama ‘Life on Mars.’
Saturday NightDrowning Pool
A track from American rock band Drowning Pool’s fifth album, Resilience, released in 2012.
It’s described as a melodic anthem song.
The music video was filmed in downtown Dallas, Texas.