[2026] Western songs to listen to on April Fools’ Day: A roundup of tracks themed around lies
When it comes to April Fools’ Day, everyone knows it as the day when “it’s okay to tell lies,” but in recent years it’s also taken on a fairly positive image, with companies posting jokey ads and news on social media rather than nasty, deceitful lies.
In this article, we’ve rounded up a variety of classic Western songs related to “lies” that we want you to listen to on April Fools’ Day.
It’s a diverse lineup spanning genres, including not only the latest hits but also timeless classics, so be sure to check it out!
Playlist
| [2026] Western songs to listen to on April Fools’ Day: A roundup of tracks themed around lies | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Bad LiarImagine Dragons |  play_arrow | A song by Imagine Dragons that depicts the anguish of being unable to lie to a loved one |
| 2 | Sweet Little LiesRod Wave |  play_arrow | Rod Wave’s poignant love song |
| 3 | White LiesSam Ryder |  play_arrow | A song that symbolizes Sam Ryder’s fresh start |
| 4 | LiesWarren Zeiders |  play_arrow | Introducing Warren Zeiders' new song, Lies |
| 5 | true storyAriana Grande |  play_arrow | Ariana sings the truth with ironic lyrics |
| 6 | Love Is A LieBeth Hart |  play_arrow | Blues rock depicting Beth Hart’s pain of love |
| 7 | LiesChvrches |  play_arrow | Chāzu’s signature synth-pop |
| 8 | Rumors (feat. Cardi B)Lizzo |  play_arrow | A song by Lizzo and Cardi B that laughs off the rumors |
| 9 | I’m Not The Only OneSam Smith |  play_arrow | Sam Smith’s masterpiece that depicts lies and love |
| 10 | LieSasha Alex Sloan |  play_arrow | A singer-songwriter’s breakup song |
| 11 | Bad LiarSelena Gomez |  play_arrow | Selena Gomez’s song about romantic feelings |
| 12 | Don’t LieThe Chainsmokers, Kim Petras |  play_arrow | A collaboration song by The Chainsmokers and Kim Petras |
| 13 | You Ain’t Gotta Lie (Momma Said)Kendrick Lamar |  play_arrow | A Kendrick Lamar song with the theme of lies |
| 14 | Boy’s a liar Pt. 2PinkPantheress, Ice Spice |  play_arrow | A collaborative song that resonates with women breaking free from lies |
| 15 | Lie To GirlsSabrina Carpenter |  play_arrow | A pop song that portrays Sabrina Carpenter’s romantic psychology |
| 16 | Lied ToZAYN |  play_arrow | Zayn’s new song conveys the pain of betrayal with a crystalline singing voice |
| 17 | Lie To MeTate McRae x Ali Gatie |  play_arrow | Turn the heartache of shaken trust into melody |
| 18 | Lies Lies LiesMorgan Wallen |  play_arrow | A country ballad that portrays lingering feelings after a broken heart |
| 19 | LiarCamila Cabello |  play_arrow | Camila Cabello’s love songs |
| 20 | Little LiesFleetwood Mac |  play_arrow | Introducing classic songs by Fleetwood Mac |
| 21 | LiarMegadeth |  play_arrow | Introduction to Megadeth’s song “Liar” |
| 22 | LiarSEX PISTOLS |  play_arrow | A classic track by the Sex Pistols. Furious guitars express anger at liars. |
| 23 | April FoolsChief Keef |  play_arrow | Chief Keef’s drill music masterpiece |
| 24 | LiarJelly Roll |  play_arrow | A soul’s cry battling Jell-O addiction |
| 25 | No Lie (ft. Dua Lipa)sean paul |  play_arrow | A reggae-pop song where Sean Paul sings about his sincere feelings of love |
| 26 | The April FoolsDionne Warwick |  play_arrow | Introduction to Western songs for April Fools’ Day |
| 27 | Smells Like Teen SpiritNirvana |  play_arrow | A song that sings about the fun of losing and pretending |
| 28 | FighterChristina Aguilera |  play_arrow | I grew stronger from painful experiences |
| 29 | Ain’t It FunParamore |  play_arrow | April Fools' Day Song Introduction |
| 30 | I Can’t LieMaroon 5 |  play_arrow | A bright, springlike love song that sings of lingering feelings for an ex-lover. |
| 31 | Bad DayDaniel Powter |  play_arrow | Feeling down after being fooled on April Fools’ Day |
| 32 | Lie to MeMikolas Josef |  play_arrow | Introduction to Mikolas Josef’s love song |
| 33 | The greatest show (Reprise)Hugh Jackman, Keala Settle, Zac Efron, Zendaya & The Greatest Showman Ensemble |  play_arrow | Song from The Greatest Showman |
| 34 | A Lie ft. The Weeknd, Max BFrench Montana |  play_arrow | A track that insists it’s cooler than the rest |
| 35 | Lie ft. QuavoHalsey |  play_arrow | A marriage’s love cracked by infidelity |
| 36 | Love LiesKhalid & Normani |  play_arrow | I want you to show that your love is real. |
| 37 | And You Don’t RememberMariah Carey |  play_arrow | Singing about the pain of a heartbreak born from believing a lie |
| 38 | Would I Lie To YouDavid Guetta, Cedric Gervais & Chris Willis |  play_arrow | April Fools' party BGM |
| 39 | Who Needs YouQueen |  play_arrow | A heartbreak song by pure, trusting me who believed your lies. The Japanese title is 'Koi no Yukue' (Where Love Goes). |
| 40 | Love The Way You Lie ft. RihannaEminem |  play_arrow | A love song by Eminem and Rihanna |
| 41 | Your Love Is A LieSimple Plan |  play_arrow | A breakup song that sees through the lies of someone hiding their cheating |
| 42 | Lie AgainGIVĒON |  play_arrow | Giveon depicts the fear of a loved one’s past |
| 43 | No Lie (ft. Drake)2 Chainz |  play_arrow | A song by 2 Chainz and Drake |
| 44 | Lie To Me5 Seconds of Summer |  play_arrow | A classic song that portrays love and lies in human relationships |
| 45 | A Little Less ConversationElvis Presley |  play_arrow | Getting fooled by the plot twist in Ocean's Eleven |
| 46 | This TownFrank Sinatra |  play_arrow | A song about turning one’s life around in Las Vegas |
| 47 | Don’t Be FooledHugh Dillon |  play_arrow | A song with a husky voice telling you not to be deceived |
| 48 | Never EnoughLoren Allred |  play_arrow | A song from The Greatest Showman |
| 49 | Bed Of Lies (ft.Skylar Grey)Nicki Minaj |  play_arrow | A love song about romance with the theme of lies |
| 50 | FreedomPharrell Williams |  play_arrow | An entertainment film where magicians take on crime |
| 51 | LieRoya |  play_arrow | Azerbaijani female singer’s bold rap |
| 52 | Out of the BlackRoyal Blood |  play_arrow | A German film is set to be remade in Hollywood |
| 53 | April FoolsRufus Wainwright |  play_arrow | Introducing April Fools' songs |
| 54 | High VoltageThe Frank Popp Ensemble |  play_arrow | A twist-filled movie featuring a genius hacker. |
| 55 | A Beautiful LieThirty Seconds To Mars |  play_arrow | Rock that preaches the importance of facing the truth |
| 56 | The SpectreAlan Walker |  play_arrow | A song that lives, loves, and tells lies |
| 57 | LieNF |  play_arrow | Confession of a Liar Love Song |
| 58 | The First Days of SpringNoah and the Whale |  play_arrow | A soothing song for the first day of spring |
| 59 | Hips Don’t Lie ft. Wyclef JeanShakira |  play_arrow | Shakira’s sexy belly dance song |
| 60 | Won’t Get Fooled AgainThe Who |  play_arrow | A Song of Betrayal by Those in Power and Political Distrust |