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Western songs to listen to when you're tired of life: recommended classics and popular tracks

A roundup of Western songs to listen to when you’re tired of life!

We’ve picked a wide range, from classic hits to hidden gems that only a few people know.

Not just English songs—we’ve selected tracks in Spanish, French, and more, so you might discover something new.

This time, we chose songs based on two points: “melodies that are easy to listen to even when you’re feeling down” and “music that ultimately lifts your spirits.”

If you’re feeling low, definitely check them out!

I’m sure you’ll start to feel energized.

Western songs to listen to when you're tired of life: Recommended classics and popular tracks (21–30)

I’m so TiredThe Beatles

It’s a song by the legendary rock band everyone knows, the Beatles, that feels like it’s singing about being worn out just as it is.

John Lennon’s vocals, where he keeps saying how tired he is, are especially striking.

That slightly slack, laid-back feel might be just right for when you’re in the mood to zone out.

Viva La VidaColdplay

Coldplay – Viva La Vida (Official Video)
Viva La VidaColdplay

This song is characterized by its grandiose, majestic sound.

Released by the British rock band Coldplay in May 2008, it unfolds an epic narrative woven with historical and religious metaphors.

The lyrics, portraying the inner turmoil and self-reflection of a ruler falling from past glory, offer deep insights that reconsider the transience of life and the impermanence of power.

Featured in Apple’s iPod TV commercial, the song captured global attention.

At the 51st Annual Grammy Awards in 2009, it won Song of the Year, cementing its place as one of Coldplay’s signature tracks.

It’s a moving piece that resonates when you’re facing setbacks or loneliness, or when you’re about to take a new step forward.

SailingRod Stewart

Rod Stewart – Sailing (Official HD Remastered Video)
SailingRod Stewart

It’s a nationally beloved song that was a huge hit in the UK.

“Sailing” means “to go on a voyage,” and it likens people to sailors journeying across the vast ocean of life.

When you’re worn out by daily life and don’t know which way to steer, lie back and listen—Rod’s husky yet gentle voice will bring you peace.

SugarBeach Fossils

Beach Fossils – Sugar (Official Video)
SugarBeach Fossils

A 2017 track from the indie rock band Beach Fossils, whose co-headlining show with DYGL in 2018 was a huge success.

It’s a dreamy song with an irresistible chillwave vibe—perfect for listening to slowly before drifting off to sleep.

Wake Me UpAvicii

Avicii – Wake Me Up (Official Video)
Wake Me UpAvicii

Avicii was an artist with catchy musicality who was loved around the world.

Known as a rare type of DJ, he not only crafted the sound but also recorded the vocals himself.

Released in June 2013, this work became a massive hit, reaching number one in over 20 countries.

It features a refreshing sound that fuses folktronica and EDM, along with lyrics themed around youth and self-discovery.

It’s the kind of song that will surely lift your spirits when you’re feeling worn out by life or ready to take on something new.