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Timeless Western hits that stick in your ear: songs flowing through everyone’s hearts [2026]

A song that just won’t get out of your head.

That’s surely a masterpiece!

In this article, “Popular Songs Flowing Through Everyone’s Hearts,” we’ve carefully compiled a wide-ranging list: the first half features relatively new tracks, while the second half showcases timeless classics worthy of the hall of fame.

You’ve almost certainly heard these somewhere.

You might even rediscover songs you’d forgotten or finally recall the name of one that slipped your mind!

Give it a try!

It also carries the nuance of being catchy, so feel free to use it in various contexts.

Iconic Western songs that stick in your ears. Hit tracks playing in everyone’s hearts [2026] (111–120)

WhateveKygo, Ava Max

Kygo, Ava Max – Whatever (Official Video)
WhateveKygo, Ava Max

The collaboration between Norway’s Kygo and America’s Ava Max is an empowering anthem about overcoming the pain of heartbreak.

Ava Max’s soaring vocals blend beautifully with Kygo’s refined tropical house sound.

Released in January 2024, the track has become a hit, ranking high on charts around the world.

With lyrics that make you think, “If I listen to this song, I can definitely look forward,” it’s sure to lift the spirits of anyone feeling down after a breakup.

A perfect pick for those ready to take a new step forward.

I Want You BackThe Jackson 5

The Jackson 5 “I Want You Back” on The Ed Sullivan Show
I Want You BackThe Jackson 5

The debut single released by America’s Jackson 5 in 1969 is a gem of a pop number that sings of regret over a lost love and a wish to reconcile.

With its catchy melody and rhythmic beat, the track is especially memorable for the powerful vocals of Michael Jackson, who was just 11 years old at the time.

It reached No.

1 on both the Billboard Hot 100 and R&B charts in January 1970, catapulting the Jackson 5 to worldwide fame.

It was also featured in the 2014 film Guardians of the Galaxy, winning over a new generation of fans.

This is a perfect song for easing the pain of heartbreak or lifting your spirits.

Stay With MeSam Smith

Sam Smith – Stay With Me (Official Music Video)
Stay With MeSam Smith

A beautiful ballad that gives voice to aching emotions became a signature song for the U.K.-born Sam Smith.

Featuring gospel-tinged choruses and lyrics that resonate deeply, it portrays the loneliness that follows a one-night encounter.

Released in the U.S.

in April 2014, it reached No.

2 on the Billboard Hot 100.

At the 57th Grammy Awards, it won two categories, catapulting Sam Smith to global fame.

It’s a song that comforts anyone who has experienced heartbreak or longs for someone’s warmth.

In August 2024, a collaborative version with Hikaru Utada was also released, showcasing a fresh appeal.

Girls and BoysBlur

Blur – Girls And Boys (Official Music Video)
Girls and BoysBlur

A song released in 1994 by the British alternative band Blur.

It is included on the album Parklife.

Compared to Blur’s typical sound, it leans more toward electropop and works as a dance tune, and with this release they achieved a worldwide breakthrough.

Day OneTyga

Tyga – Day One (Official Visualizer)
Day OneTyga

This is a poppy, catchy track by Tyga, an American rapper from California.

Released in May 2023, it’s marked by a powerful beat and simple yet memorable lyrics.

It features a bouncy vibe fit for a strip club and robot-like vocals.

The song pays homage to Tyga’s career and to captivating women, growing more appealing with each listen.

It’s perfect for clubs and parties when you want to get hyped—a track that promises an unforgettable musical experience.

Dirty WorkAustin Mahone

Austin Mahone – Dirty Work (Official)
Dirty WorkAustin Mahone

Austin Mahone’s “Dirty Work” became a huge hit in Japan as the song used in comedian Chiemi Blouson’s routine.

If you’ve seen her act, the phrase “3.5 billion” probably pops into your head the moment you hear this track.

It’s a cool song with a bouncy synthesizer rhythm that’s seriously addictive.

Michael JacksonMichael Jackson

Michael Jackson – Bad (Official Video)
Michael JacksonMichael Jackson

It’s included on the 1987 album “Bad.” Born in 1958, he’s a singer from Indiana.

The intro has an attack-like sound that evokes something sensational and really sticks in your ears.

Overall, it’s a song overflowing with Michael’s signature pop sensibility.