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

Blowing Kisses In The WindPaula Abdul

Paula Abdul – Blowing Kisses In The Wind

Included on the 1991 album “Spellbound.” Born in 1962, she is a singer-songwriter from California.

With a slow tempo and gently flowing rhythm, paired with a mellow, melancholic melody line, her soulful vocals take hold deep in your ears and refuse to let go—such is this track.

WindsweptBryan Ferry

Bryan Ferry – Windswept

Included on the 1985 album “Boys & Girls.” Born in 1945.

A singer-songwriter from the UK and former vocalist of Roxy Music.

His vocals, rich with sensuality, ride a rhythm that faintly evokes African music and a slow, moody melody.

A track that makes you nod in admiration—truly outstanding.

WhistleFlo Rida

Flo Rida – Whistle [Official Video]

It’s a piece of music that starts with whistling, with cool-sounding acoustic guitar.

The music video, featuring Flo Rida singing on the beach with women in swimsuits, matches the song and creates a mature vibe.

It’s a track that evokes the end of summer with a hint of melancholy.

Fallen Angel (Centerfold)J girls・band

Fallen Angel — The J. Geils Band

The biggest hit by the American rock band The J.

Geils Band and their signature song.

It was released as a single in the fall of 1981 and reached number one on the U.S.

Billboard chart in 1982.

Although the band is called The J.

Geils Band, the most famous member was the lead vocalist Peter Wolf.

J.

Geils passed away in 2017 at the age of 71.

Stand By MeBen E. King

Ben E. King – Stand By Me (HQ Video Remastered In 1080p)

This is a signature work by the American soul singer Ben E.

King, and it is also famous as the theme song of the film with the same title.

With a relaxed, country-style sound and an unforgettable melody, the piece is notable for its beautiful orchestral interlude, which has led to many arrangements for wind ensemble.

Top of The WorldCarpenters

Carpenters Top of the World The Carpenters HQ

The brother-and-sister duo the Carpenters took the world by storm in the 1970s and are still famous today.

Their songs are often sung in Japan because they feature singable, catchy melodies and use relatively simple English words that even children can understand.

This song is also included in the wind band piece “Carpenters Forever,” a collection of the Carpenters’ classic hits.

Run For The RosesDan Fogelberg

Dan Fogelberg – Run for the Roses

A song said to have been created as the theme for the Kentucky Derby, held each year in the U.S.

state of Kentucky.

Fittingly, it brims with love for horses, and listening to it warms the heart.

With its country-folk vibe, it might be perfect for a slow weekend morning.