[2026] A compilation of Western songs with titles starting with C

carry on for youI See Stars

I SEE STARS – carry on for you (Official Music Video)

I See Stars, a band from Michigan known as pioneers of the electropopcore genre.

Their unique style fusing heavy guitar sounds with electronic elements is likely something anyone who enjoys screamo or metalcore has encountered at least once.

From their sixth album, THE WHEEL—their first in about nine years—I’d like to highlight a particularly moving track.

This song is dedicated to a member’s uncle who passed away from pancreatic cancer, conveying a deeply personal and earnest sentiment.

Its message—overcoming grief and continuing forward for the sake of that person—is delivered with emotional intensity over a drum and bass-inspired beat.

It’s a work that will surely stay close to your heart when you’re thinking of someone dear.

Cry about it!Kali Uchis & Ravyn Lenae

Kali Uchis, Ravyn Lenae – Cry about it! (Audio)

Kali Uchis, who has won a Grammy for her genre-blurring blend of Latin and R&B, and Ravyn Lenae, celebrated for her elegant falsetto, have joined forces—two leading figures of contemporary R&B at last on one track.

Their new song, released as a single in September 2025, delivers a dreamy finish where their sumptuous vocals melt together over a vintage, doo-wop–tinged sound.

Lyrically, it offers a bracing dose of self-affirmation: brushing off criticism with a cool “go ahead and cry,” while celebrating a self that only shines brighter.

The track serves as an advance cut from the deluxe edition of Kali Uchis’s album Sincerely, titled Sincerely: P.S., and their joint performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon generated major buzz.

It’s the kind of song you’ll want to play when you feel like praising the you who’s made it through.

Counting Green (Feat. Busta Rhymes & CuhDeeJah)Papoose

Papoose Feat. Busta Rhymes & CuhDeeJah “Counting Green” Official Music Video

Papoose, a Brooklyn-born rapper known for his lyrical prowess.

A heavyweight of the underground who’s commanded massive support on the mixtape scene since the 2000s.

Following his 2020 album Endangered Species, he’s released a new single.

Centered on the hustle to seize success and wealth, the track showcases Papoose’s characteristically sharp wordplay.

The energetic rap of the legendary Busta Rhymes fuses with the modern flow of rising artist Kadiyah, resulting in a hard-hitting hip-hop cut with a compelling cross-generational mic relay.

It’s the perfect song to boost your motivation—be sure to check it out.

CANNIBALISM!Slayyyter

Slayyyter – CANNIBALISM! (Official Video)

Based on SoundCloud, Slayer-tar emerged as a pop icon for the internet generation.

Openly professing her deep love for 2000s culture, she dropped this blistering track in September 2025.

It’s an aggressive club anthem where distorted guitars collide with undulating beats.

The lyrics channel a feverish obsession that borders on predation toward a loved one; it’s easy to believe the anecdote that she wrote it in just 45 minutes, given its raw, visceral energy.

At the same time, it reveals a fragility that feels like pleading for salvation from God, and the dynamic emotional ebb and flow is nothing short of masterful.

As the opening chapter following her album “Starfucker,” this track is a must-hear for anyone tired of cookie-cutter pop.

Chrome JetsThe Smashing Pumpkins

Chrome Jets

As a band that epitomizes the alternative rock scene, The Smashing Pumpkins command immense popularity.

Blending genres like grunge and psychedelia, they even won a Grammy in 1997.

The track they’ve unveiled here is a previously unreleased song, built around a chunky, chugging guitar riff that evokes ’70s hard rock, delivering a powerful, weighty sound.

Shimmering, glass-like synths layer on top to add a distinctive depth.

Lyrically, it’s compelling—addressing universal, serious themes of love, death, and shared pain through religious metaphors.

Born from the sessions for the August 2024 album “Aghori Mhori Mei,” the song was released as a standalone single in September 2025.

It’s a perfect fit for fans seeking the band’s early raw energy or anyone craving thick, guitar-driven rock.

Children of the Baked Potato (feat. Remi Wolf)Thundercat

Thundercat – ‘Children of the Baked Potato (feat. Remi Wolf)’

Known as a virtuoso bassist, Thundercat won a Grammy in 2021 for his album “It Is What It Is.” The track he released in September 2025 features LA-born singer Remi Wolf.

It unfolds a supreme funk sound where a dynamic beat built on polyrhythms intertwines with a technically dazzling yet playful bassline.

The song pays homage to a long-standing jazz club in LA, and it’s fascinating that the two artists’ musical roots intersect in its backstory.

It also drew major attention when the promo video was shown across 42 outdoor screens in Shibuya.

Candle in the windElton John

Lady Diana – Candle in the wind (Goodbye Englands rose) – Elton John – Lyrics in text

Elton John is a British singer-songwriter who holds world records for singles and albums.

His body of work includes many timeless ballads that resonate deeply.

This piece is a requiem dedicated to stars who shone brightly in their youth only to fade too soon.

It likens their lives to flames flickering in the wind, portraying the loneliness and sorrow behind the glamorous world alongside a beautiful piano melody.

Originally included on the classic 1974 album Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, it was rewritten in 1997 to honor the late Princess Diana, achieving historic sales of over 33 million copies worldwide.

All proceeds were donated to charity.

When you think of someone dear or feel a sadness beyond words, its gentle melody will surely stay close to your heart.