[2026] Perfect for walks and drives! A roundup of sunny Western music to enjoy on a clear day
Searching for “songs to listen to on a sunny day” in Western music—have you ever had this experience? You find a fresh, uplifting playlist, but it turns out to be just a collection of famous tracks, or the tempo doesn’t quite fit… This time, we’ve carefully selected Western songs—from the latest hits to timeless classics—that feel great on a sunny day, regardless of genre! Perfect for walks or drives, these tracks are sure to brighten your mood.
We’ve packed in numbers that shine even brighter under the sun, so be sure to check them out to the very end!
Playlist
| [2026] Perfect for walks and drives! A roundup of sunny Western music to enjoy on a clear day | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Day In The Sun (Gettin’ Wit U) (ft. Q-Tip & Yummy Bingham)De La Soul |  play_arrow | A song of hope by hip-hop innovators |
| 2 | Man I NeedOlivia Dean |  play_arrow | Feel uplifted by a confident, inspiring singing voice |
| 3 | ChangesCharlie Puth |  play_arrow | Charlie Puth's new song, an uplifting track |
| 4 | OutboundAfter |  play_arrow | Elevating 2000s pop into a contemporary form |
| 5 | Sun Don’t Leave MeRaveena |  play_arrow | A song that expresses feelings about climate change and the preciousness of everyday life. |
| 6 | Sunny Daybeabadoobee |  play_arrow | A track from the second album by a singer from the Philippines |
| 7 | SapphireEd Sheeran |  play_arrow | Ed Sheeran’s cross-cultural fusion song |
| 8 | Sunshine (ft. Fousheé)Steve Lacy |  play_arrow | Steve Lacy’s mature heartbreak song |
| 9 | ManchildSabrina Carpenter |  play_arrow | Sabrina’s refreshing summer pop track |
| 10 | 10AMUMI |  play_arrow | Morning Love Song of Umi from Seattle |
| 11 | SunshineOneRepublic |  play_arrow | An uplifting song you’d want to listen to on a sunny day |
| 12 | Everybody Loves The SunshineRoy Ayers Ubiquity |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that captures the light and heat of summer in sound |
| 13 | Sunny DayAnees |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings about gratitude to a partner |
| 14 | SunnyBoney M |  play_arrow | A disco classic, lyrics and melody of hope |
| 15 | Still Into YouParamore |  play_arrow | A refreshing soundtrack for a special drive |
| 16 | Sunday MorningMaroon 5 |  play_arrow | A soothing, mellow song by Maroon 5 |
| 17 | California Gurls ft. Snoop DoggKaty Perry |  play_arrow | A summer classic singing of California, a massive hit |
| 18 | Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen |  play_arrow | A pop classic perfect for enjoying summer |
| 19 | I’m YoursJason Mraz |  play_arrow | A lighthearted summer love song |
| 20 | HappyPharrell Williams |  play_arrow | Global breakthrough with Pharrell's 'Happy' |
| 21 | My UniverseColdplay X BTS |  play_arrow | A refreshing Coldplay and BTS collaboration that rings out under the blue sky |
| 22 | Suddenly I SeeKT Tunstall |  play_arrow | An uplifting song about meeting a role model |
| 23 | Solar PowerLorde |  play_arrow | Solar liberation, the openness of an acoustic song |
| 24 | SugarMaroon 5 |  play_arrow | Maroon 5’s romantic pop song becomes a massive hit |
| 25 | SunroofNicky Youre, dazy |  play_arrow | A wildly popular love song on TikTok |
| 26 | Best Thing I GotSabrina Carpenter |  play_arrow | Sabrina Carpenter’s Music and Way of Life |
| 27 | Body Like A Back RoadSam Hunt |  play_arrow | A summer hit song depicting a rural-road romance |
| 28 | Beautiful GirlsSean Kingston |  play_arrow | A reggae-style summer song is a worldwide smash hit. |
| 29 | Easy LoveSigala |  play_arrow | Sigala’s summer tune colors the season. |
| 30 | Sunny Side Of The StreetThe Pogues |  play_arrow | Irish-style music by a punk band |
| 31 | SunnyCher |  play_arrow | Cher’s cover of Bobby Hebb’s classic song |
| 32 | Sunny Sundae SmileMy Bloody Valentine |  play_arrow | The compelling, raw musicality of the band U2 |
| 33 | Sunny AfternoonThe Kinks |  play_arrow | A classic song by a 1960s London rock band |
| 34 | Castle on the HillEd Sheeran |  play_arrow | A story of Ed Sheeran’s youth and love for his hometown |
| 35 | Cake by the OceanDNCE |  play_arrow | DNC's hit song |
| 36 | I Ain’t WorriedOneRepublic |  play_arrow | A song that conveys the importance of continuing to hold onto your dreams |
| 37 | When Sunny Gets BlueBarbra Streisand |  play_arrow | Barbra Streisand’s jazz ballad |
| 38 | A Fine Spring MorningBlossom Dearie |  play_arrow | Blossom Dearie singing the breath of spring |
| 39 | On A Sunny DayBuck-O-Nine |  play_arrow | The exhilarating music of a ska-punk band |
| 40 | Sunny Places – Shady PeopleCorey Hart |  play_arrow | Oriental rock by a Canadian singer |
| 41 | Sunny DayDave Navarro |  play_arrow | A rock song by the Red Chili Peppers guitarist |
| 42 | Sunny DaysDavid Coverdale |  play_arrow | The allure of deep rock: melody and passion |
| 43 | Mr. Blue SkyElectric Light Orchestra |  play_arrow | A classic that evokes hope and spring with its bright music |
| 44 | Sunny Side UpFaith No More |  play_arrow | Faith No More, powerful and noisy music |
| 45 | One Sunny DayFleetwood Mac |  play_arrow | Early classic songs by Fleetwood Mac |
| 46 | Sunny Day GirlGlen Campbell |  play_arrow | A soothing pop song by a singer from Alaska |
| 47 | Sunny SkiesJames Taylor |  play_arrow | The soothing singing voice and music of James Taylor |
| 48 | Seven Days In Sunny JuneJamiroquai |  play_arrow | A lively track by a jazz-funk band |
| 49 | Sunny DayJeanette Biedermann |  play_arrow | A catchy song by a singer from East Germany |
| 50 | Another Sunny Day 12/25John Mellencamp |  play_arrow | A husky-voiced song with a blues-style melody |
| 51 | Sunny SundayJoni Mitchell |  play_arrow | Joni Mitchell’s quiet sonic world |
| 52 | Sunny InsideNeil Young |  play_arrow | A nostalgic blues song by Neil Young |
| 53 | Was a Sunny DayPaul Simon |  play_arrow | A lively and emotive song by a singer |
| 54 | Sunny Came HomeShawn Colvin |  play_arrow | A female artist with moving melodies that feel pleasant |
| 55 | Sunny PlacesSnuff |  play_arrow | The powerful sound of the punk band is captivating. |
| 56 | Where You’ve BeenCity Lights |  play_arrow | From the very start of the song, it makes me want to start running... |
| 57 | Summer SeasonDaylight |  play_arrow | The opening guitar phrase gives off a cheerful, summery vibe... |
| 58 | He’s My Sunny BoyDiana Ross & The Supremes |  | Diana Ross’s R&B classic, a song of love and hope |
| 59 | Where Were You?Every Avenue |  play_arrow | That quintessential West Coast vibe—brisk, exhilarating, and upbeat... |
| 60 | Sunny DisposishManhattan Transfer |  play_arrow | Harmonious Latin-style music by a jazz vocal group |
| 61 | Surfer GirlThe Beach Boys |  play_arrow | A leading figure in the surf/hot rod sound... |
| 62 | You’re SorryTodd Edwards |  play_arrow | On a day with nice, clear weather, I go for a drive… |
| 63 | Good Morning SunshineAQUA |  play_arrow | The album “Aquarium,” released in ’97… |
| 64 | Runaway BabyBruno Mars |  play_arrow | Born in Honolulu, Hawaii, and an 11-time Grammy winner… |
| 65 | I Really Like YouCarly Rae Jepsen |  play_arrow | Canadian pop artist Carly Rae Jepsen |
| 66 | Distant SunCrowded House |  play_arrow | The album released in ’93, “Together …” |
| 67 | Going CrazyDavid Lee Roth |  play_arrow | The album released in ’96, “Eat ’Em a… |
| 68 | Yellow Ribbon of HappinessDawn |  | A hit song based on American folklore... |
| 69 | SeptemberEarth, Wind & Fire |  play_arrow | When talking about disco music, something you absolutely can’t leave out… |
| 70 | Feeling Good TodayFaye Webster |  play_arrow | An American from Atlanta, Georgia, na... |
| 71 | Everyday SunshineFishbone |  play_arrow | The 1991 album “The Reali…” |
| 72 | Keep Your Hands To YourselfGeorgia Satellites |  play_arrow | The album released in '86, “Georgia S… |
| 73 | Life in One DayHoward Jones |  play_arrow | The album “Dream int…” released in ’85 |
| 74 | I Love ItIcona pop |  play_arrow | It starts with heavy synths and a violent beat... |
| 75 | Sweat (A La La Long).Inner Circle |  play_arrow | The 1992 album “Bad to th…” |
| 76 | Make It MineJason Mraz |  play_arrow | A black music vibe with an organic groove... |
| 77 | I Can See Clearly NowJimmy Cliff |  play_arrow | The 1993-released album “Cool Runn…” |
| 78 | SunshineJonathan Edwards |  play_arrow | The album released in ’71, “Jonathan …” |
| 79 | Walking On SunshineKatrina and The Waves |  play_arrow | The album released in ’83, “Walking o… |
| 80 | You Bring On The SunLondonbeat |  play_arrow | From the 1992 album “Harmony,” relea… |
| 81 | I Won’t Let The Sun Go Down On MeNik Kershaw |  play_arrow | The album released in ’84, “Human Rac… |
| 82 | Sunday MorningNo Doubt |  play_arrow | The 1995 album “Tragic Ki… |
| 83 | Set Me Free (feat. MAX)Oliver Heldens & Party Pupils |  play_arrow | A popular Dutch DJ in the future house scene… |
| 84 | Talking Loud And ClearOrchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark |  play_arrow | The 1984-released album “Junk Cult…” |
| 85 | Don’t Stop Me NowQueen |  play_arrow | Freddie Mercury’s expansive… |
| 86 | Up!Shania Twain |  play_arrow | This one song you know from the commercials. From Canada… |
| 87 | If It Makes You HappySheryl Crow |  play_arrow | American singer-songwriter, Sheli… |
| 88 | Can’t Keep My Hands Off YouSimple Plan |  play_arrow | The 2011 album “Get You…” |
| 89 | Ice in the SunStatus Quo |  play_arrow | The album released in ’68, “Picturesq… |
| 90 | What I GotSublime |  play_arrow | From the 1996 album release “Sublime,” the track... |
| 91 | ME! (feat. Brendon Urie of Panic! At The Disco)Taylor Swift |  play_arrow | High-energy performances by big-name artists… |
| 92 | Here Comes The SunThe Beatles |  play_arrow | The 1969 album “Abbey Roa…” |
| 93 | Walking In The SunTravis |  play_arrow | The 2004 album “Singles…” |
| 94 | A Thousand MilesVanessa Carlton |  play_arrow | A piano intro with a beautifully transparent tone... |
| 95 | You Are The Onea-ha |  play_arrow | The album released in ’88, “Stay on T…”. |
| 96 | Surfin’ USAThe Beach Boys |  | Backstreet Boys and One Direc… |
| 97 | AloneMarshmello |  play_arrow | A futuristic lonely song, a yearning for self-acceptance |
| 98 | Rolling In The DeepAdele |  play_arrow | Chic vocal work and sophisticated sou… |
| 99 | Into YouAriana Grande |  play_arrow | Expansive vocals and a sophisticated melody... |
| 100 | Dirty WorkAustin Mahone |  play_arrow | By being hired by a Japanese comedian... |
| 101 | Rock N RollAvril Lavigne |  play_arrow | A rock sound and cool, feminine vocals… |
| 102 | I Wanna GoBritney Spears |  play_arrow | A knack for catchy melodies and a dazzling bo... |
| 103 | Top Of The WorldCarpenters |  play_arrow | Sophisticated pop sound and pleasant voca… |
| 104 | Brand New LoverDead Or Alive |  play_arrow | A vibe that really matches the disco… |
| 105 | LifeDes’ree |  play_arrow | Sophisticated melodies and gentle vocals, heart... |
| 106 | Rock & Roll All NiteKISS |  play_arrow | The exhilarating sound of punk rock and T-shirts... |
| 107 | California GurlsKaty Perry | play_arrow | Catchy vocals over a four-on-the-floor beat... |
| 108 | Lessons In LoveLevel 42 |  play_arrow | A disco-funk flavor that’s perfect for dancers… |
| 109 | Let’s Get It OnMarvin Gaye |  play_arrow | A cool, smoky world with a touch of gentleness, bo... |
| 110 | All About That BassMeghan Trainor |  play_arrow | It has the vibe of a laid-back masterpiece, and Lou… |
| 111 | To Be With YouMr. BIG |  play_arrow | A pioneer who influenced many later artists... |
| 112 | Don’t Look Back In AngerOasis |  play_arrow | A spacious, lingering sound and an overwhelming... |
| 113 | One ThingOne Direction |  play_arrow | A refreshing band sound and a sophisticated bo... |
| 114 | Bon, BonPitbull |  play_arrow | A danceable track can get people in the club... |
| 115 | We Are The ChampionQueen |  play_arrow | With its grand worldbuilding and the overwhelming power of the chorus... |
| 116 | WannabeSpice Girls |  play_arrow | Make it a striking rockin’ sound... |
| 117 | WaterfallsTLC |  play_arrow | Not only are the vocals impressive, but the track… |
| 118 | Let It BeThe Beatles |  play_arrow | An oldies vibe and a laid-back vocal… |
| 119 | Rescue Me ft. A Day To RememberMarshmello |  play_arrow | The opening gives off a somewhat dark impression, but… |
| 120 | The Lazy SongBruno Mars |  play_arrow | Bruno Mars’s upbeat and fun musical style |
| 121 | Sunny HillsBobby Caldwell |  play_arrow | Soulful vocals, a song that resonates with the heart |
| 122 | Waitin’ on a Sunny DayBruce Springsteen |  play_arrow | Bruce Springsteen’s musical style |
| 123 | SunnyMorrissey |  play_arrow | Eric Clapton’s rockabilly-style single |
| 124 | Sunny Sailor BoyThe Waterboys |  play_arrow | A classic song by a Scottish rock band |
| 125 | Nasty Sunny BeamThe Cardigans |  | A pop rock band for the coupling track |
| 126 | Sunny GirlfriendThe Monkees |  play_arrow | A refreshing song by a 60s pop-rock band |
| 127 | Dancing QueenABBA |  play_arrow | With a discothèque-like sonic vibe and a touch of smooth tenderness… |
| 128 | Love On TopBeyoncé |  play_arrow | Expansive vocals and rhythm and blues... |
| 129 | On the Sunny Side of the StreetCyndi Lauper |  play_arrow | A female singer who beautifully sings jazz standards |