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!
- Up-tempo Western music. A song with a good tempo.
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Uplifting Western music: Recommended up-tempo tracks (21–30)
NobodyMartin Jensen, James Arthur
A song that gradually builds up—that’s “Nobody.” You can really feel the excitement rising as it goes, so it’s perfect even if you’re not into tracks that are just all about the groove.
This one isn’t just catchy, right? Doesn’t it feel like it lifts your energy toward the second half? Highly recommended for those who’ve grown tired of constant up-tempo beats and prefer to go at their own pace!
GirlfriendAvril Lavigne
She also appeared frequently on Japanese music shows.
This song became the opening theme for the variety show “Cartoon KAT-TUN,” and later Avril Lavigne herself appeared on the program as a guest.
As a side note, she seems to really like Hello Kitty and even ended up making a song about it.
Upbeat Western songs to get you hyped: recommended uptempo tracks (31–40)
BodyLoud Luxury feat. brando
The song “Body” is super upbeat and feels like it just keeps raising the energy.
If you’re into music, you’ve probably heard it somewhere! I play it when I’m doing cleaning, which I’m not great at (lol).
Doesn’t it feel like a track that gets your body moving naturally? The way it builds is exciting and puts you in a happy mood! Listening to this song might be a nice way to set yourself up for a fun day!
Boy With Luv feat. HalseyBTS
As a male hip-hop idol group in K-pop, the globally popular BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan) has also gained 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 of their world really lifts your spirits!
FEEL THE BEATBlack Eyed Peas, Maluma
FEEL THE BEAT is a collaboration between Colombian singer-songwriter Maluma and the Black Eyed Peas.
While it features staple phrases and rhythms used in Latin music, the melody still carries that distinct Black Eyed Peas flair, which makes it memorable.
The track was released in June 2020 and racked up nearly 70 million plays in less than a month.
Latin party tunes might be the next big trend!
Sweet but PsychoAva Max
With its distinctive phrase, it gradually gained popularity among younger generations and reached No.
1 on the UK Singles Chart at the end of 2018.
It’s one of Ava Max’s biggest early hits.
She’s a young singer who had only 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.
Shake It OffTaylor Swift
Taylor Swift, known to everyone as “America’s sweetheart,” and her song “Shake It Off.” The adorably clumsy dancing she shows in the music video is just too cute.
She later used Instagram to promote new songs and completely changed up her vibe, but the Taylor from this time is one for the ages.