【2026】A-Title Western Music Compilation
In this article, we introduce a curated list of songs with titles that start with the letter “A,” selected from a wide range of Western music—mainly rock and pop—from the 1950s through the 2020s.
You might not usually listen to music with the initial letter of the title in mind, but that’s exactly why focusing on a specific letter and lining up song titles can lead to all kinds of discoveries—it’s genuinely fascinating.
It’s a concept you won’t often see on other sites, and it can even be used for song-title shiritori.
Be sure to check it out!
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Anything But MeMUNA
Armed with synth-pop, the indie trio MUNA captivates listeners around the world.
When you’re in a relationship, there are moments when it becomes hard to stay true to yourself.
This work portrays a bittersweet yet powerful decision to break free from such a situation.
Even with love for the other person still lingering, the protagonist walks away, saying, “I can be anything for you, but I can’t be anything other than myself.” The pain behind that resolve and self-affirmation resonates deeply, enhanced by the bright sound.
Released in March 2022, the piece is included on the acclaimed album Muna.
Their performance on a TV show at the time also drew attention.
For anyone struggling with their current relationship, this song will surely give you the courage to move forward.
A Design for LifeManic Street Preachers
This is a song by the Welsh rock band Manic Street Preachers, who overcame the tragedy of an original member’s disappearance.
The lyrics, depicting people who live with resilience and without losing their pride even in difficult times, are deeply moving.
Majestic strings and a powerful band sound come together to resonate profoundly with the listener.
Released as a single from the 1996 album Everything Must Go, it debuted at No.
2 on the UK Singles Chart.
At the 1997 Brit Awards, the album won Best British Album, and the band themselves received Best British Group.
When you need the courage to face adversity, this song will gently support your heart.
A Match Into WaterPierce The Veil
Pierce The Veil is a post-hardcore band from California.
Known for their aggressive sound and lyrical melodies, the song we’re introducing today is a piece that sings of love so earnest it could break your heart.
Written by vocalist Vic Fuentes for an ex-lover battling illness, it poignantly conveys both devoted affection and the accompanying anguish.
Released in July 2012, this track appears on the acclaimed album “Collide with the Sky,” which reached No.
12 on the U.S.
charts.
It’s a song for anyone who has someone they cherish—one that makes you reflect on the true meaning of love that shares not just sweetness, but pain as well.
AngelSarah McLachlan
It is a remarkable ballad whose piano tones resound through the silence, and whose crystalline, purifying vocals strike the heart.
A signature song by Canadian singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan, it conjures the gaze of an angel gently watching over souls suffering on the brink of despair.
It is said that she wrote the song in just a few hours, her heart aching over the tragic death of a fellow musician.
Included on her 1997 album Surfacing, it moved audiences worldwide as a featured song in the film City of Angels.
On nights when your heart is utterly exhausted, listening quietly alone may bring healing—along with tears.
Always Get This WayThe Aces
The Aces are an indie-pop band from Utah, known for their sound that blends 80s-inspired guitar tones with a glittering pop sensibility.
From their catalog, we’re highlighting a heart-wrenching track that sings about the difficulty of loving oneself.
Set to an upbeat, bright arrangement, the lyrics convey deep anxiety and self-loathing in the context of love.
The piercing cry of “I always end up like this in front of someone I like” is truly heartbreaking to hear.
The song was written by the vocalist during one of her most difficult emotional periods, released in February 2023, and included on the album “I’ve Loved You For So Long.” It’s a piece that stays by your side when you’re troubled by love and have lost your confidence.
A Lover’s concertoSarah Vaughan
It’s a heartwarming commercial that shows, with photos, how a boy’s family grows—like when his younger brother is born and when they welcome a dog.
You can feel the desire to build a cherished home where the family can live together for a long time.
The background music is an arrangement of “A Lover’s Concerto,” which was created based on “Minuet.” While “Minuet” is in 3/4 time, “A Lover’s Concerto” is in 4/4 time.
The version used in the commercial features a warm arrangement that makes use of humming, which suits the mood of the ad very well.
Accidentally In LoveCounting Crows
A pop-rock number with an irresistibly bright sound that kicks up the energy, featured in the opening of the film Shrek 2.
It was created by the highly acclaimed American alternative rock band Counting Crows.
The song captures the exhilarating feeling of unexpectedly falling in love—the way the world suddenly looks vibrant and colorful—set to a sunny, cheerful melody.
The lyrics, based on the vocalist’s real-life experience, convey the thrill of romance in a direct, heartfelt way.
Released in May 2004, the track received worldwide acclaim, including a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Original Song.
It’s a happy rock tune guaranteed to lift your spirits—perfect for a morning mood boost or a lively drive.