[2026] A roundup of classic Western songs about the wind

Wind Beneath My WingsBette Midler

Bette Midler – Wind Beneath My Wings (Official Music Video)

It was released as a single in 1989 and was used in the 1988 film “Beaches.” Born in 1945, she is a singer-songwriter from the state of Hawaii.

Because the song’s writers, Jeff Silbar and Larry Henley, promoted it to various musicians to have them perform it, there are many different versions.

Among them, the version she sang became the biggest hit.

Against the WindBob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band

Bob Seger- Against the Wind

The title track from the 1980 album “Against the Wind.” A six-member rock band formed in 1974.

With a mid-tempo rhythm that flows like a gentle, drifting breeze and a melody that carries the scent of nostalgic American rock, it’s a soothing song that puts your mind at ease.

Against The WindBob Seger

Bob Seger- Against the Wind

You could say it’s the song that defined Bob Seger’s character.

Don’t the lyrics about living alone, pushing against a headwind, really hit home? It’s an anthem for everyone who keeps facing forward and trying to live on—on days of spring storms, and on days when the world’s headwinds blow against you.

Feels Like The First TimeForeigner

Foreigner – Feels Like The First Time (Official Live Video)

A single released in 1977 by the rock band Foreigner.

It was their first song to become a hit in both the United States and the United Kingdom.

The lyrics are about a new beginning.

The song was covered by Daughtry in 2008.

Wild Is The WindBon Jovi

Bon Jovi – Wild Is The Wind

Included on New Jersey, the album that propelled the band to global stardom.

A slow-tempo track that develops powerfully from a quiet intro, it’s a masterpiece that maximally showcases the band’s hallmark strengths: superb harmonies and a grand sense of scale.

Midway through, Richie slips in a guitar riff that evokes Eric Clapton.

Chasing the windCHICAGO

Chasing the wind by Chicago LYRICS

Included on the 1991 album “Twenty 1.” An 11-member rock band from Chicago formed in 1967.

Set to a mid-tempo rhythm that conveys a solid rock beat and a softly resonant pop melody, this track features sweet, deeply emotive vocals that are captivating to the ear.

Winds Of ChangeJefferson Starship

Jefferson Starship – Winds Of Change (Official Music Video)

The title track from the 1982 album Winds of Change.

A five-piece rock band that made a fresh start in 1974 with members of Jefferson Airplane.

Although it has a somewhat dark and gloomy feel, the solid, well-structured rock sound is really cool to listen to.