Medley of Western Hit Songs
I’ve put together a playlist of international hits from 2016 that were popular around the world.
A lot of these are songs you probably heard over and over throughout the year.
They all have a stylish vibe, so they’re great as background music while you work or as a companion for a drive!
Since it’s packed with popular tracks, it’s also perfect for anyone who wants to get into Western music but isn’t sure where to start.
Medley of Western Hit Songs (1–10)
We Don’t Talk AnymoreCharlie Puth
It faithfully and sadly portrays the feelings of a man and a woman after a breakup.
Even though they actually want to talk to each other after the relationship ends, they’re afraid of being disliked or seen as clingy, so they can’t do anything—and that’s a point many people can relate to.
Work from HomeFifth Harmony ft. Ty Dolla $ign
It’s a song about a girl who feels lonely because her boyfriend is always on the night shift and never at home.
With lines like “Don’t go to work” and “Work from home,” it’s a track that clingy girls who want to be with their boyfriend 24/7 will definitely relate to.
Been Like ThisMeghan Trainor, T-Pain
It features a powerful trumpet melody and an exhilarating sound infused with jazz elements.
This collaborative track by American artists Meghan Trainor and T-Pain comes from the album “Timeless,” released in March 2024.
A dream collaboration for Trainor, who has long been a fan of T-Pain, the song gives a modern twist to the doo-wop style.
In the space-themed music video, they deliver a captivating performance alongside dancers, drawing attention on shows like American Idol and Today.
With its positive message and driving rhythm, it’s a perfect track to play while on the road.
HappyPharrell Williams
This track is characterized by its brisk tempo and a buoyant, hot-air-balloon-like floatiness.
Created by American artist Pharrell Williams for the animated film Despicable Me 2, it was released in November 2013.
The exhilaration of the protagonist falling in love is expressed through a lively rhythm that fuses neo-soul and funk, and the melody conveys a bright, upbeat feeling.
The song became a worldwide smash hit, spending 10 consecutive weeks at No.
1 on the U.S.
Billboard charts.
Conveying the strength to overcome any hardship and the universal value of happiness, it’s a perfect pick for your morning commute or whenever you want to refresh your mood.
A Bar Song (Tipsy)Shaboozey
The track from American artist Shaboozey captivates with a fresh sound that fuses country and hip-hop.
Its lyrics, depicting nights spent at a bar to escape everyday stress, resonate with many listeners.
Released in April 2024, it reached No.
1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart and went on to hold the top spot for 27 consecutive weeks.
It’s a perfect pick when you’re worn out from work or relationships and need a change of pace.
Immerse yourself in Shaboozey’s distinctive world, and you’ll surely feel a weight lift from your heart.
Send My Love (To Your New Lover)Adele
It’s a heartbreak song about when your ex gets a new girlfriend.
With lyrics like “We’re not kids anymore,” it resonates with adults in love.
The music video’s aesthetic, the music, and her voice are all unique, and once you hear it, you can’t get it out of your head.
WhyAndra
It’s a song about a woman who, wounded by love, decides to leave her boyfriend.
It’s a ballad where her desperate cries—asking “Why do you hurt me so much?” and “Why does it hurt this badly?”—convey her pain and fragile heart with piercing intensity.