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

Cutthroatshame

shame – Cutthroat (Official Video)

Emerging from South London and firmly established in the post-punk scene, Shame have released the title track from their fourth album, Cutthroat, due out in September 2025.

Inspired by the paradoxical words of Oscar Wilde, the song vividly captures emotions that sway between self-affirmation and anxiety.

Produced by Grammy winner John Congleton, it fuses the band’s trademark aggression and humor into a sound that grabs you—seriously cool stuff.

The album as a whole is said to include electronic and country-tinged tracks, signaling a record that showcases their musical curiosity.

It’s sure to resonate with anyone unsatisfied with the status quo and craving something thrilling.

Come Away With MeNorah Jones

Norah Jones – Come Away With Me

A jewel-like ballad whose sweet melody echoes through the silence and seeps into the depths of the heart.

Crafted by American artist Norah Jones, this song delicately portrays a longing to run away with a loved one.

The protagonist’s desire to escape the city’s clamor and a world full of falsehoods, and to seek quiet time for just the two of them, is conveyed alongside the warmth of the piano’s gentle lines.

Released as a single in September 2002, it was also featured on the soundtrack of the film Maid in Manhattan.

It’s a classic you’ll want to play on a nighttime drive, during a quiet afternoon, or whenever you wish to spend time with someone special.

Chasing ParadiseKygo & OneRepublic

Kygo, OneRepublic – Chasing Paradise (Official Video)

This track, a collaboration between Norwegian DJ and music producer Kygo and American pop-rock band OneRepublic, is a heartwarming love song that captures the exhilaration of romance and a longing for an ideal future.

While reminiscing about past memories, it explores the universal theme of dreaming about a bright future with a partner, all wrapped in Kygo’s signature tropical house sound and Ryan Tedder’s powerful vocals.

Released in January 2025, the music video features Olympic gold medalist Mondo Duplantis and model Desiree Inglander, who appear as a real-life couple.

It’s the perfect song for summer drives, lively events, and moments when you want to make time with someone special truly memorable!

Catching feelingsChristine and the Queens & Cerrone

Christine and the Queens & Cerrone – Catching feelings (Official Music Video)

Sparked by their joint appearance at the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony, a dream collaboration has come to life between disco maestro Cerrone and modern pop innovator Christine and the Queens.

The result is a shimmering pop-disco track themed around love and desire, seamlessly blending early-’80s club-style synths with emotionally charged vocals.

Released in May 2025 as the lead single from their forthcoming four-track collaborative EP, it’s a perfect pick for anyone eager to move on the dance floor or savor a cross-generational fusion of music.

CPRWet Leg

Wet Leg – CPR (Official Video)

Since their 2021 debut, Wet Leg—the female duo from the Isle of Wight—have achieved global breakout success with their irony-laced, humor-packed post-punk.

This track opens their second album, “Moisturizer,” slated for release in July 2025, and portrays the perils of romance with the striking lyric, “Is this love, or suicide?” It also features a playful touch: a tempo set to 115 BPM, matching the recommended rhythm for real-life CPR.

Although Rhian Teasdale once described herself as “allergic to love songs,” this piece—born from a new romantic experience—showcases their musical growth.

It’s a song I especially recommend to anyone who wants to look back on past relationships while moving forward.

Coldplay coverCaroline

caroline – Coldplay cover (Official Video)

Since forming in 2017, London-based eight-piece band caroline have garnered attention for their experimental sound that fuses post-rock, folk rock, and contemporary music.

This track, taken from their widely acclaimed second album “caroline 2,” released in May 2025, might be mistaken for a cover based on its title, but it is in fact an original work.

Centered on the theme of different things coexisting simultaneously, it was created using an innovative method: two separate pieces were performed at the same time in the kitchen and living room of a house in southeast London, while a microphone moved between the rooms to record them.

The result is a spatial polyphony and a strikingly real acoustic experience.

CRASH DUMMYJoey Bada$$

Joey Bada$$ – CRASH DUMMY (Official Audio)

This is a powerful track released in May 2025 by Brooklyn-born rapper Joey Bada$$, who is currently in the midst of an intense beef with West Coast rappers.

Built on a boom-bap sound reminiscent of the golden era of the ’90s, the song stands out with an aggressive production that skillfully samples a classic by 2Pac.

True to the artist who delivered a string of acclaimed records from 1999 to 2000, it shines with his razor-sharp lyrics and highly narrative flow.

Produced by Pro Era member Kirk Knight, the track inherits the East Coast hip-hop tradition while adding a modern interpretation.

A must-listen for listeners who appreciate hip-hop history and gravitate toward message-driven works.