Saddest Western Songs Ranking [2026]

cecilia and the satelliteAndrew McMahon81rank/position

Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness – Cecilia And The Satellite

It’s included on “In the Wilderness,” the solo album by Andrew McMahon, the vocalist of Something Corporate.

It was released in 2014.

After overcoming leukemia and making his comeback, Andrew welcomed a daughter in 2013.

It’s said that he wrote this song for his beloved daughter.

BrielleSky Sailing82rank/position

Sky Sailing – Brielle

This is a solo work by the beloved Adam Young.

While it’s a stylish, modern pop song, the acoustic guitar and gentle, conversational vocals give it a slightly sad feel.

It’s especially likely to appeal to young women.

Across The UniverseFIONA APPLE83rank/position

Fiona Apple – “Across The Universe”

There are countless artists and bands who cover songs by the Beatles, the greatest band in the world.

However, most of them fall far short of the originals, and you’d be much better off just listening to the source material.

Fiona Apple’s cover version, however, is truly outstanding.

Spanish SaharaFoals84rank/position

Foals – Spanish Sahara [OFFICIAL VIDEO]

A song from Total Life Forever, the second album by the British indie rock band Foals.

It premiered on BBC Radio 1 on March 1, 2010.

The track was selected by NME as the best track of 2010.

HallelujahRufus Wainwright85rank/position

Rufus Wainwright – Hallelujah (Live At The Fillmore)

Among artists, only a very small number truly have real talent.

For example, someone who is Japanese and only understands Japanese might only listen to Japanese music.

A true artist is someone who can win over even a person like that.

This person is without a doubt the real deal among the real.