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

The greatest show (Reprise)Hugh Jackman, Keala Settle, Zac Efron, Zendaya & The Greatest Showman Ensemble

The Greatest Showman Cast – The Greatest Show (Official Audio)

It’s a song from the film The Greatest Showman.

When he’s mocked—told that his circus is fake and just deceives people—the protagonist boldly dons a top hat labeled “Fraud,” and it’s exhilarating.

The way he turns lies and trickery into truth is the very essence of entertainment.

It’s a song that gives you energy.

Love The Way You Lie ft. RihannaEminem

Eminem – Love The Way You Lie ft. Rihanna

This is a song by the popular rapper Eminem in collaboration with R&B diva Rihanna.

For Eminem, it’s a rare, straightforward love song.

The lyric “I love the way you lie” is heartbreaking, and as a Japanese listener, the line “life is not a Nintendo game” also stands out.

Lie ft. QuavoHalsey

Halsey – Lie (Audio) ft. Quavo

A song about a married couple whose relationship has cracked due to the husband’s infidelity…

perhaps.

A woman wishing, if you no longer have love for me, then at least lie to me; and a man singing, you’re important to me, so there’s no need for me to lie.

I feel an unbridgeable rift.

If we’re going to tell lies on April Fool’s Day, I’d want them to be lies that bring happiness.

Love LiesKhalid & Normani

Khalid & Normani – Love Lies (Official Video)

It’s a duet song about a man and a woman drawn to each other, pleading, “Show me your love isn’t a lie.” The cool R&B sound is electrifying.

While others get hyped for April Fools’ Day, it might be fun to indulge in a little romantic gamesmanship instead.

And You Don’t RememberMariah Carey

Mariah Carey – And You Don’t Remember

This is a ballad that laments one’s own lack of discernment, singing about memories of two lovers who once cherished each other—because I opened my heart to you and believed your lies.

It might be perfect for soothing the sting of heartbreak on April Fools’ Day.

You can fully enjoy Mariah Carey’s signature whistle register.

Would I Lie To YouDavid Guetta, Cedric Gervais & Chris Willis

David Guetta, Cedric Gervais & Chris Willis – Would I Lie To You (Lyric Video)

If you’re throwing a surprise party on April Fools’ Day, how about using this song as the BGM? The lyrics ask, “Look into my eyes—do you think I’m lying?” which sounds pretty suspicious.

It’s an upbeat tune, so I think it’ll get everyone hyped.

Who Needs YouQueen

Queen – Who Needs You (Official Lyric Video)

It’s a heartbreak song that blithely sings, “I was a fool to believe your lies.

I trusted you, and because I was so naive, I got deceived.” The Japanese title is “Where Love Goes.” It’s perfect as BGM for April Fools’ Day.