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

This TownFrank Sinatra

Frank Sinatra – This Town

This is the perfect insert song from the movie Ocean’s 11 for April Fools’ Day.

It’s a track about Las Vegas, the city famous for being a place where your life can be turned around at the casino.

One of the characters said he shook hands with Frank Sinatra.

A must-see.

Out of the BlackRoyal Blood

Royal Blood – Out of the Black

Speaking of movies perfect for April Fools’ Day, are you familiar with the German film “Who Am I: No System Is Safe,” which saves a big twist for the end? A Hollywood remake has been greenlit.

The insert song by a British rock duo is also really cool.

A Beautiful LieThirty Seconds To Mars

Thirty Seconds To Mars – A Beautiful Lie

An epic rock number themed around lies and truth was created by the American rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars.

Tackling everyday self-deception and escapism, it pairs a powerful melody with a message about the importance of facing the truth.

Featured on the album A Beautiful Lie, released in August 2005, the song drew attention for Jared Leto’s commanding vocals and a music video that sounded the alarm on environmental issues, becoming a global hit.

Coupled with the visual beauty of footage shot in an extreme, icy landscape, it’s an ambitious work that confronts us with realities we must face.

It’s a track to listen to when you feel a sense of dissonance in daily life or struggle with how to confront yourself.

Hips Don’t Lie ft. Wyclef JeanShakira

Shakira – Hips Don’t Lie (featuring Wyclef Jean) (Official 4K Video) ft. Wyclef Jean

“Hips don’t lie!” Even the title is provocative.

Shakira, who’s great at sexy belly dancing, has been hugely successful, including singing the theme song for the Disney movie Zootopia.

This is one of her early tracks.

It might be fun to compare it with the Spanish version.

Won’t Get Fooled AgainThe Who

The Who – Won’t Get Fooled Again

I’m never getting fooled again.

It’s a song about distrust in politics—about the powerful who deceive and betray the public—but it’s also perfect for you if you got totally tricked on April Fools’ Day.

I think it would even work well as background music for a surprise party.

No Lie (ft. Drake)2 Chainz

2 Chainz – No Lie ft. Drake (Official Music Video) (Explicit Version)

Hailing from Georgia, USA, 2 Chainz is known as a heavyweight of the Southern hip-hop scene.

Over an epic trap beat crafted by producer Mike Will Made-It, he trades razor-sharp lines with Canadian superstar Drake.

Centered on relationships teetering between lies and truth, the track has the two artists powerfully reflecting on their lives after attaining wealth and fame.

Released in August 2012 as the lead single from the album “Based on a T.R.U.

Story,” it topped the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop chart.

It’s the perfect high-impact soundtrack for late-night drives or parties with friends.

LieRoya

Roya – Lie

This song is performed by a female singer from Aghdam, a city in Azerbaijan.

With lyrics like “I can see right through your lies,” it’s perfect for April Fools’ Day.

The bold music video is a must-see, too.

It might even work as a declaration of war against a cheating boyfriend.