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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Upbeat Western songs to get you hyped: recommended uptempo tracks (31–40)
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!
Don’t Start NowDua Lipa
This is a single released in 2019 by Dua Lipa, a hugely popular songstress in Japan as well.
It’s an upbeat disco tune with a funky groove that’ll get you dancing.
True to her style, the empowering lyrics portray a strong woman who bounces back after heartbreak, making it a sure-fire pick-me-up!
MALAMENTEROSALÍA
Rosalía is a singer-songwriter from Spain known as the “urban flamenco diva.” As her nickname suggests, she’s known for blending flamenco with various genres like electronic and R&B.
Among her songs, one of the most popular is “MALAMENTE.” It’s not super uptempo, but it’s got a great groove that will get you moving! Be sure to check it out!
I Really Like YouCarly Rae Jepsen
Speaking of Carly Rae Jepsen, she became instantly famous with “Call Me Maybe,” and that song was used in a Moist Diane commercial, the “Koi Seyo Diane Girls” version.
She herself appeared in it too, right? The lyrics are very catchy and easy to remember, and it really gets you pumped, doesn’t it?
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.
Foreign songs that get you pumped up. Recommended up-tempo music (41–50)
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.
AlphaPeriphery
Periphery is a metal band from Maryland, USA.
Spencer’s R&B-style vocal delivery creates a great chemistry with the heavy instrumentation! The fact that guitarist Misha is a fan of Final Fantasy might also contribute to their interesting songs.