[Trend] Emotional Western songs used on TikTok
Until the mid-2010s, the global music scene typically focused on upbeat tracks.
Since then, the landscape has changed dramatically, and downbeat or nostalgic songs have started climbing to the top of the charts.
You could even say we’re in the warring-states era of emotional Western music.
This time, we’ve picked out some of the most “emo” Western tracks that are trending on TikTok!
If you want to stay on top of the latest trends, please sit back, relax, and read to the end!
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[Trend] Emotional Western songs used on TikTok (1–10)
Made You LookMeghan Trainor
Meghan Trainor is a female singer-songwriter who has gained worldwide popularity with a music style centered on doo-wop.
Her melodies are striking, blending cuteness with coolness and a touch of vintage soul.
Among her works, the emotional track ‘Made You Look’ has been trending on TikTok.
It’s a song packed with the doo-wop sound she excels at, creating an overall nostalgic and glamorous atmosphere.
Die For YouJoji
George is a Japanese national and one of the most internationally active singer-songwriters.
A mixed-heritage artist who grew up in Japan, he rose from YouTube popularity to become a global star.
He’s also known as one of the most successful artists to emerge from YouTube.
Among his works, the particularly emo track that’s trending on TikTok is “Die For You.” Its brooding mood is just perfect, isn’t it?
I Ain’t WorriedOneRepublic
OneRepublic is an alternative rock band with worldwide popularity, known for turning out hit songs with their catchy rock sound.
Among their works, the particularly “emo” track that’s been trending on TikTok is I Ain’t Worried.
It was featured in the film Top Gun: Maverick and carries a stylish vibe throughout.
It also incorporates a touch of funk, which gives the whole song an emotional, moody feel.
[Trend] Emotional Western songs used on TikTok (11–20)
Until I Found YouStephen Sanchez
Singer-songwriter Stephen Sanchez, who has gained worldwide popularity for his nostalgic musical style reminiscent of the late Elvis Presley.
This work is his biggest hit song and is frequently used on TikTok and YouTube Shorts.
The track is a sweeping love song that sings of the bittersweet journey to find one’s true love and the overwhelming joy of being reunited.
Its sweet, gentle melody, evocative of 1950s oldies, fills listeners’ hearts with a romantic mood.
Released in September 2021, the song was also featured in the drama Ginny & Georgia.
How about listening to it slowly on a holiday afternoon while thinking of someone special?
StyleTaylor Swift
Taylor Swift is a female singer-songwriter whose catchy musical style has earned her fans all over the world.
She originally focused on country music, but as her career progressed, she began working in dance music as well.
Among her works, the song “Style” is currently attracting attention not only on the charts but also on TikTok.
Although it was released seven years ago, it’s packed with elements of synth-pop, which is now trending.
Since it’s a genre that was popular in the 1980s, the song carries an overall nostalgic vibe.
Bloody MaryLady Gaga
Lady Gaga is a female singer-songwriter who broke through globally in the late 2000s and has continued to consistently produce great songs.
Although she didn’t have major hits in the late 2010s, she’s recently been churning out mega-hits and regaining her former popularity.
Among her works, a song that has recently gained traction on TikTok is Bloody Mary.
A sped-up version of the track is particularly popular.
Its gothic vibe really adds to the emotional feel.
IllusionCarlie Hanson
Carly Hanson, a female singer-songwriter who shot to fame after being featured on Taylor Swift’s personal playlist, is winning strong support from many young listeners with her indie-pop–centered sound.
Among her works, the especially emo track that’s trending on TikTok is Illusion.
It’s a stylish indie-pop number infused with an overall ’80s vibe, giving it an emotive feel.