[2026] Western songs to listen to on April Fools’ Day: A roundup of tracks themed around lies

Bad LiarNEW!Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez – Bad Liar

Selena Gomez is a multi-icon who enjoys worldwide popularity as an actress and singer.

This track showcases her more mature side.

Released as a single in May 2017, it’s a masterpiece that topped Billboard’s Year-End Best Songs list.

It’s characterized by a minimal sound that boldly borrows the bassline from Talking Heads’ classic “Psycho Killer.” The lyrics depict the frustrating feelings of someone who’s “bad at lying”: flustered by a new romance, trying to act composed but failing to hide their true emotions.

Even when they try to tell a lie on April Fools’ Day, their honest feelings spill out.

It’s the perfect song for anyone who wants to savor that cute scenario and the heart-pounding thrill of falling in love.

Don’t LieNEW!The Chainsmokers, Kim Petras

The Chainsmokers, Kim Petras – Don’t Lie (Official Video)

A lavish collaboration between The Chainsmokers, leaders in the dance music scene, and pop icon Kim Petras.

Isn’t the thrilling lyricism—seeing right through the other person’s lies and desires while reveling in the push and pull—particularly striking? Released in September 2024, the track blends a catchy melody with house beats to create an exhilarating dance number.

The shocking music video, where Kim Petras emerges from a muddy puddle, also stirred up buzz.

The arrangement showcases The Chainsmokers’ signature pop sensibilities.

Give it a spin on a night when you want to lay your true feelings on the line, or as party BGM to hype things up with friends.

You Ain’t Gotta Lie (Momma Said)Kendrick Lamar

You Ain’t Gotta Lie (Momma Said)

This is a song by American artist Kendrick Lamar that tackles the theme of “lies,” something everyone is tempted to tell, from a unique perspective.

It’s a track from the album To Pimp a Butterfly, using advice from his mother as a motif to convey the futility of betraying oneself under pressure from social media and those around us.

A gentle melody line that weaves together jazz and funk tenderly wraps its powerful, message-driven lyrics.

Featured on this masterpiece released in March 2015, the song gives you a push when you feel like turning away from your true self.

When you can’t honestly admit your vulnerability, or when you want to look good in someone’s eyes, this track reminds you of the importance of being your authentic self.

Boy’s a liar Pt. 2PinkPantheress, Ice Spice

PinkPantheress, Ice Spice – Boy’s a liar Pt. 2 (Official Video)

A collaboration by two young female artists who represent the modern pop scene, portraying a woman who recognizes the trap of dishonesty and lies and breaks free from the relationship.

The distinct charms of PinkPantheress from the UK and Ice Spice from the Bronx, New York, blend together, resulting in a track where airy, catchy melodies and cool rap are woven in exquisite balance.

Released in February 2023, the song became a turning point for both artists and a major hit, reaching No.

3 on the Billboard Hot 100.

It resonated with women who have experienced betrayal and sparked widespread buzz on social media.

It’s a song that supports those who want to recover from being lied to and reaffirm their self-worth.

Lie To GirlsSabrina Carpenter

Sabrina Carpenter – Lie To Girls (Official Lyric Video)

The ambitious work crafted by American artist Sabrina Carpenter in August 2024 is a moving pop tune that deftly portrays lies and self-deception in romance.

It sharply depicts the psychology of a woman who, upon falling in love, recognizes her partner’s lies yet ends up lying to herself, and the nuanced emotions are further elevated by the exceptional production of Jack Antonoff and Amy Allen.

Featured on the album “Short n’ Sweet,” the track blends pop and country elements into a distinctive sound, with appealing touches that evoke influences from Dolly Parton and Shania Twain.

It’s a song that offers deep empathy and comfort to those who have been hurt in love or are grappling with the complexities of human relationships.