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Western music that gets you pumped. Recommended up-tempo tracks.

“I just can’t get pumped up…” If you’re a music lover, you probably have a stash of songs that lift your spirits when you feel like that.

In this article, we’re focusing on Western music and carefully selecting upbeat tracks that are popular with many people.

We’ll try to include as many newer songs as possible.

In the latter half, we’ll also feature timeless classics—nostalgic hits that never fade.

Hopefully you’ll discover a favorite artist or a new track.

Enjoy!

Western music that gets you pumped. Recommended up-tempo tracks (181–190)

Clarity (feat. Foxes)Zedd

Among the tracks produced by the young DJ Zedd, this is his number-one hit.

Of course, Zedd has released many hit songs so far, but the summer the song came out, it felt like “Clarity Fest” everywhere you went.

Foxes’s clear, translucent vocals are captivating as well.

C’est La VieProtest The Hero

Protest The Hero – C’est La Vie (Official Video)
C'est La VieProtest The Hero

A track that showcases the virtuosic skills of the Canadian metal band Protest The Hero.

Like many metal songs, it kicks off at a fast tempo, but partway through it shifts into a moody, sexy section that you could almost mistake for jazz.

And as expected, Rody’s melodic vocal phrasing is absolutely top-notch!

This Is What You Came ForCalvin Harris, Rihanna

Calvin Harris, Rihanna – This Is What You Came For (Official Video)
This Is What You Came ForCalvin Harris, Rihanna

This is a collaborative song by Calvin Harris from Scotland and Rihanna from Barbados.

Released in April 2016, the track features a refreshing sound that blends EDM and pop.

The lyrics skillfully convey the presence of an alluring woman and the subtleties of a hidden romance.

The music video garnered 500 million views within two months of its release, becoming a major topic of conversation.

It’s the perfect song for lifting your mood during a drive or a workout.

For women, this track is sure to boost your energy!

Like ThatFuture, Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar

Future, Metro Boomin, Kendrick Lamar – Like That (Official Audio)
Like ThatFuture, Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar

This work radiates explosive energy born from the fusion of trap and hardcore hip-hop.

It brings together a star-studded collaboration between American rapper Future, Metro Boomin, and Kendrick Lamar, released in March 2024.

As a single from the album “We Don’t Trust You,” it has captivated hip-hop fans around the world.

Over a heavy soundscape woven from powerful 808 drums and eerie synthesizers, the three artists deliver standout, full-throttle performances that showcase their individuality.

The track has sparked a major reaction, especially among younger listeners, spending three consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

It also took home two awards at the 2024 BET Hip Hop Awards, earning high acclaim across the board.

It’s an energetic, uptempo track—highly recommended for those who want to experience the cutting edge of the hip-hop scene.

As It WasHarry Styles

Harry Styles – As It Was (Official Video)
As It WasHarry Styles

This song, with its bright, catchy melody and profound lyrics, is a signature work by the UK-born Harry Styles.

Centered on themes of change and growth, it skillfully conveys nostalgia for the past and hope for the future.

Released in April 2022 as the lead single from the album “Harry’s House,” it became a massive hit, spending 10 consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and gaining enormous worldwide popularity.

It’s perfect for when you want a change of pace or are facing a turning point in life.

Be sure to savor this track, packed with Harry’s charm.