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

Constant AutumnGridlink

Constant Autumn

This is the opening track of American technical grindcore band Gridlink’s masterpiece album Longhena.

After a graceful guitar intro, it suddenly erupts into storm-like blast beats and the obliterating screams of Jon Chang, formerly of Discordance Axis.

The song’s true essence lies in how breathtakingly lyrical melodies coexist amid overwhelming sonic violence.

The title, “Constant Autumn,” seems to portray an irresistible sense of loss and powerlessness in a world that’s coming to an end.

And yet, in guitarist Takafumi Matsubara’s playing—shaped by overcoming great hardship—you can feel a soul’s cry that refuses to yield to despair.

A profoundly dramatic track where tragic beauty and a fighting spirit swirl together.

Crazy for YouMadonna

Madonna – Crazy For You (Official Video)

Madonna, the American singer known as the “Queen of Pop.” This work is a signature ballad that reinvented her image and led her into new territory.

It was the first time the dance-pop star delivered a tender love song, expressing in a straightforward way the uncontrollable, passionate feelings of falling head over heels for someone.

Produced in March 1985 as the theme song for the film Vision Quest, it reached No.

1 on the U.S.

charts in May of the same year.

It also became the milestone that earned Madonna her first Grammy nomination.

If you listen to it while experiencing a bittersweet romance, it will surely resonate with your heart.

Its sweet, romantic melody evokes the dazzling nights of the 1980s.

CombustLauv

Lauv – Combust [Official Visualizer]

This is a track by American singer-songwriter Lauv that paints a picture of passion blazing from within through dynamic sound.

True to its title, which means “combustion,” the explosive, uncontrollable emotions and impulses are vividly brought to life through production work that he himself took part in.

Following his 2022 album All 4 Nothing, this piece, released in July 2025, is a passionate song that fuses electropop and R&B.

His signature hit I Like Me Better has surpassed 1 billion streams on Spotify, a testament to his massive popularity.

If you listen when you want to feel the rush of starting something new or to set your emotions free, it’s sure to feel like a spark igniting in your heart.

CaliforniaMaroon 5

Maroon 5 – California (Official Lyric Video)

Set against the backdrop of California scenery, this pop ballad by the American band Maroon 5 sings of the pain of parting, in stark contrast to the West Coast’s sunny image.

Through Adam Levine’s heartrending vocals, you can keenly feel the protagonist’s complex emotions—helplessness and regret in solitude, mixed with an unshakable hope for reunion.

The track was released in July of the same year ahead of the album “Love Is Like,” scheduled for August 2025.

Its carefully crafted, minimalist sound—accented by strings—also leaves a strong impression.

If you’ve experienced a breakup and want to lose yourself in thought while gazing at the city lights, this song might gently keep you company.

CherokeeClifford Brown

Cherokee

Legendary jazz trumpeter Clifford Brown’s “Study in Brown” is renowned as a masterpiece that epitomizes hard bop.

Released in 1955 under the Clifford Brown/Max Roach Quintet, its tracks—such as “Sandu”—later became jazz standards and have been quoted across various media.

Brown’s warm yet dazzling trumpet, together with the band’s electrifying, unified ensemble, is simply overwhelming.

Though a studio recording, it offers both the immediacy of a live performance and meticulously crafted structure—a major part of its appeal.

It’s a must-listen for anyone who wants to experience the energy of modern jazz and the essence of refined, sophisticated playing.

Cheek To CheekElla Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong

Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong – Cheek To Cheek (Official Video)

Two American legends who helped build the history of jazz: Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong.

Their miraculous duet album, released in 1956, is Ella and Louis.

Ella’s silky-smooth vocals and Louis’s warm, endearingly gravelly voice nestle together as if in conversation, gently enveloping the listener’s heart.

The stylish accompaniment by the Oscar Peterson Trio pairs perfectly with their singing.

Familiar standards shine anew in a relaxed atmosphere, letting you fully savor the brilliance of their musical dialogue—an enduring masterpiece cherished across generations.

ContactKelela

Kelela – Contact (Official Music Video)

Don’t you want to experience the thrill of heading to the club in an even more exciting way? On American artist Kelela’s “Contact,” the heart-pounding anticipation of night just getting started is packed into every moment.

The secret to the track’s coolness lies in its legendary breakbeat sampled from funk classic “Think (About It)” by Lyn Collins.

The way that classic rhythm fuses with UK garage beats to create a sophisticated dance space is goosebump-inducing.

It’s a track that practically turns the concept of “pre-club warm-up” into sound itself.

Put this on, and your mood will hit a peak even before you step onto the floor.