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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.

Unforgettable Western Music Classics: Hit Songs Playing in Everyone’s Hearts [2026] (31–40)

Uptown FunkMark Ronson

Mark Ronson – Uptown Funk (Official Video) ft. Bruno Mars
Uptown FunkMark Ronson

Music producer Mark Ronson has released tracks featuring a variety of artists, but this is probably his most famous one.

You often hear it in TV commercials.

It’s a club banger with a song structure that’s textbook EDM, yet it’s firmly rooted in funk—so much so that you could call it “EDM funk.”

Your SongRita Ora

Rita Ora – Your Song [Official Video]
Your SongRita Ora

A song brimming with the joy of love from UK-born Rita Ora.

Born from her friendship with Ed Sheeran, this track features a breezy, Caribbean-tinged electropop sound.

It vividly captures the exhilaration of romance, delivering hope and happiness to listeners.

Released in May 2017, the song reached No.

7 on the UK Singles Chart.

It earned platinum certifications in many countries and was cherished worldwide.

It’s the perfect song for cheering on those taking a new step forward, such as at graduations or farewell gatherings.

Boy With Luv feat. HalseyBTS

BTS (방탄소년단) ‘작은 것들을 위한 시 (Boy With Luv) (feat. Halsey)’ Official MV
Boy With Luv feat. HalseyBTS

BTS, the K-pop boy group that enjoys massive worldwide popularity, is also winning strong support in Japan, especially among younger generations.

Their song “Boy With Luv” surpassed 100 million views in just over 37 hours after its release, setting the fastest record in history.

The fresh, sparkling sound and worldbuilding really amp up the excitement.

Smells Like Teen SpiritNirvana

Nirvana – Smells Like Teen Spirit (Official Music Video)
Smells Like Teen SpiritNirvana

Nirvana, the band that had the charismatic vocalist Kurt Cobain.

As a work that defined the genre of grunge rock, this song is unforgettable.

It’s one of the band’s signature tracks, rich in message and also a remarkable commercial success.

It was released in 1991.

My GirlThe Temptations

The Temptations – My Girl (Lyric Video)
My GirlThe Temptations

With its sweet, velvety vocals and unforgettable melody, this classic has continued to captivate music lovers around the world.

Released in December 1964 by The Temptations, a group that epitomizes America’s Motown Records, the song was written by Smokey Robinson and Ronald White.

James Jamerson’s distinctive bassline and Robert White’s guitar riff create an exquisite harmony, while David Ruffin’s emotive lead vocal resonates deeply.

In March 1965, the song reached No.

1 on both the Billboard Pop chart and the R&B Singles chart, and it later served as the title track for the film “My Girl.” Embracing the feelings one has for a loved one with gentle warmth, it’s the perfect song for peaceful moments spent with someone special.

Memorable Western music classics: Hit songs flowing in everyone’s hearts [2026] (41–50)

Sweet but PsychoAva Max

Ava Max – Sweet but Psycho [Official Music Video]
Sweet but PsychoAva Max

Released in August 2018, Ava Max’s “Sweet but Psycho” steadily gained support and reached number one on the UK Singles Chart by the end of 2018.

The singer, Ava Max, was a newcomer who had just debuted in 2017.

The lyrics center on a girl who’s been misunderstood as “crazy,” and the song is popular as an empowering anthem for women.

Free SpiritKhalid

Khalid – Free Spirit (Official Video)
Free SpiritKhalid

The intro guitar with delay already sounds so cool! The lyrics and music video, overflowing with a hippie vibe, are awesome! Was the shoot on the West Coast? The vast, endless wilderness matches the mood of the track perfectly.

Khalid is an alternative soul singer who scores hits with R&B at his core.

His breadth—constantly winning new fans across different styles—continues to draw attention.