[2026] Perfect for walks and drives! A roundup of sunny Western music to enjoy on a clear day

Everyday SunshineFishbone

Fishbone – Everyday Sunshine

Included on the 1991 album “The Reality of My Surroundings.” A six-piece rock band from Los Angeles formed in 1979.

With a mid-tempo groove and horn tones that are easy on the ears, this pop and catchy melody is a track that lifts your spirits as you listen.

Keep Your Hands To YourselfGeorgia Satellites

GEORGIA SATELLITES – Keep Your Hands To Yourself

Included on the 1986 album “Georgia Satellites.” A four-piece rock band from Georgia formed in 1980.

The vocals ride over a mid-tempo, straightforward, rock-heavy rhythm and a rootsy, American rock-style melody—a track that feels perfectly suited to bright, blazing sunshine.

Life in One DayHoward Jones

LIFE IN ONE DAY – HOWARD JONES 1985 hit

Included on the 1985 album “Dream into Action.” Born in 1955, he’s a singer-songwriter from the UK.

The flute’s tone is refreshingly bright, and the pop melody that unfolds to match it is easy on the ears—perfect for listening on a sunny early-summer day out on the balcony.

I Love ItIcona pop

Icona Pop – I Love It (feat. Charli XCX) [OFFICIAL VIDEO]

Starting with heavy synths and a violent beat, this track is “I Love It” by Icona Pop.

Icona Pop are a techno duo from Sweden, and after the worldwide smash success of “I Love It,” they moved their base of operations to the United States.

The song could be described as a fusion of new wave and techno.

Its aggressive electronic sound pairs perfectly with the roomy, rock-tinged vocals.

The catchy melody was also a key factor in its massive success! It’d be perfect to go for a drive on a sunny day with close friends while listening to this track.

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Sweat (A La La Long).Inner Circle

Inner Circle – Sweat (A La La Long)

Included on the 1992 album “Bad to the Bone.” A six-member reggae band from Jamaica formed in 1968.

Their pop-reggae sound has a bright, cheerful vibe that suits the sunshine perfectly.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to while lounging under a beach umbrella on a summer shoreline.

Make It MineJason Mraz

Jason Mraz – Make It Mine (Alternate Version) [Official Video]

Jason Mraz is beloved for his distinctive style that blends organic grooves with a touch of black music essence.

His comfortable, natural sound—stripped of unnecessary ornamentation and flash—lets you enjoy it without putting on airs.

It’s perfect for a sunny day sipping coffee at home, relaxing in a café, watching the scenery roll by on a drive, and, come nightfall, it pairs nicely with a cozy beer or wine moment… a great companion for chilling out in all kinds of settings.

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I Can See Clearly NowJimmy Cliff

Jimmy Cliff – I Can See Clearly Now

Included on the soundtrack of the 1993 album “Cool Runnings.” Theme song for the film “Cool Runnings.” A cover of the single released in 1972 by American singer Johnny Nash.

Born in 1948.

A musician from Jamaica.

It’s characterized by a very bright and cheerful melody—a number that suits the shining sun perfectly.