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

Here Comes The SunThe Beatles

The Beatles-Here comes the Sun.

Included on the 1969 album Abbey Road.

A four-piece rock band from Liverpool formed in 1960.

This song is a number composed by George Harrison.

The lyrical guitar sound that evokes sunlight in a warm nook and George’s whisper-like vocals make for an exquisitely light and breezy listen.

Walking In The SunTravis

Travis – Walking In The Sun (Official HD Music Video)

Included on the 2004 album “Singles.” A four-piece rock band from Scotland formed in 1990.

The acoustic guitar’s tone is refreshingly pleasant to the ear, and with its mid-tempo rhythm and unfolding pop melody, it’s a number that makes you want to step lightly as you listen.

A Thousand MilesVanessa Carlton

Vanessa Carlton – A Thousand Miles

A beautifully clear piano intro.

So striking that it sticks in your ears after just one listen, this is A Thousand Miles, released in 2001.

It’s known as the signature song of American singer-songwriter Vanessa Carlton and became a worldwide hit.

It’s also extremely popular in Japan, with many renowned musicians openly calling themselves fans of the track.

Adding fuel to its popularity was Taka from the hugely popular rock band ONE OK ROCK.

He covered A Thousand Miles in an acoustic version at his own live shows, which brought renewed attention to the song.

Truly great songs never fade with time.

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You Are The Onea-ha

a-ha – You Are the One (Official Video)

Included on the 1988 album “Stay on These Roads.” A three-piece pop band from Norway formed in 1982.

The upbeat rhythm with a lively tempo and the bright tones of the synthesizer create a melody brimming with pop sensibility, and Morton’s refreshing vocals make it an invigorating listen.

Surfin’ USAThe Beach Boys

Beach Boys – Surfin Usa HD

The Beach Boys, the pioneers of male vocal groups like the Backstreet Boys and One Direction.

“Surfin’ U.S.A.” is a classic of surf rock that evokes California’s sunny skies and vast ocean, and it’s also the song that made them break through.

It’s been played in all kinds of media around the world, so even after all these years since its release, it’s one of those timeless hits that everyone has heard.

The crisp, sun-drenched guitar strums a bluesy intro, and just hearing it transports you straight to the California coast.

It’s a classic you’ll want to play when you want to feel summer!

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AloneMarshmello

Marshmello – Alone (Fortnite Music Video)

Even now, it sounds incredibly futuristic.

It’s a catchy track, but it sings about loneliness—about being ignored by everyone and saying that home is the best in the lyrics.

Amid all that, there’s a desire to be acknowledged and, after all, to catch girls’ attention.

That yearning makes the message even more poignant, further elevating the melody and leaving an emotional impression.

It’s a reissue of a song released in 2016.

Rolling In The DeepAdele

Adele – Rolling in the Deep (Official Music Video)

This is a karaoke song by Adele that creates an upbeat mood and a sense of comfort through stylish vocal work and a sophisticated atmosphere.

With its grand, melodic feel, it leaves a strong impression on any celebratory day, and its catchy chorus makes you want to hum along.