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

CarmenJoy Crookes

Joy Crookes – Carmen (Official Video)

A powerful tour de force that fuses refined neo-soul with alternative R&B, carrying a strong message about beauty standards and societal pressure.

London-born singer-songwriter Joy Crookes released a new single from her second album in May 2025.

Further honing the acclaimed songwriting talent she showcased on her 2021 album Skin, this track excels with its neo-soul sound woven from striking percussion and Crookes’s rich vocals.

Produced by Blue May and co-written with an all-star team that includes Elton John, the song has the power to evoke deep empathy in listeners.

It’s a must-listen for anyone who values self-affirmation while questioning the modern world.

Can’t Touch ThisLethal Bizzle x Wiley x Scorcher

Lethal Bizzle x Wiley x Scorcher – Can’t Touch This [Music Video] | GRM Daily

A star-studded collaboration by legends representing the UK grime scene was released in May 2025.

Bringing together three heavyweights—Lethal Bizzle, Wiley, and Scorcher—this project stands out with the weighty flows and razor-sharp lyrics that only veterans can deliver.

Over steel-hard drum patterns intertwined with a sub-heavy bassline, the three MCs each showcase their individuality to the fullest.

Producer Faze Miyake’s deft touch also shines through, resulting in a work that reaffirms the appeal of grime as a musical form.

Even listeners not yet familiar with grime should give this track a spin—it’s a song that showcases new possibilities in UK hip-hop.

Catch Me If You CanLogic

Logic – Catch Me If You Can (Official Music Video)

A masterpiece packed with the finest essence from Logic, the genius rapper born in New York.

Built around a sample of “Hip 2 Da Game,” it blends a nostalgic ’90s boom-bap sound with rapid-fire flows and razor-sharp wordplay.

Released in May 2025, this track drew attention as the lead single from the highly anticipated album “Sidequest,” and it’s also featured in the film Paradise Records—something you won’t want to miss.

The music video is rich with homages to the beloved anime Cowboy Bebop, delivering stunning visuals that pop-culture fans will adore.

It’s a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the golden era of hip-hop.

Circle of LifeElton John

The Circle of Life – Stellenbosch University Choir

It is a provocative work that evokes the cycle of life and the grandeur of nature as depicted in the opening of Disney’s The Lion King.

Counted among the crowning achievements of Elton John’s career, this signature song appears on the album The Lion King: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack.

Upon its release on August 9, 1994, it was accompanied by a legendary anecdote: lyricist Tim Rice handed over the lyrics at 2 p.m., and Elton completed the composition and a demo recording in just an hour and a half.

By letting students resonate with its sweeping melody, it’s a captivating piece that can foster a strong sense of unity among classmates.

Champagne SupernovaOasis

Champagne Supernova – Oasis (Irish Choir Cover)

A band that represents the UK rock scene, Oasis released a track on their 1995 album (What’s the Story) Morning Glory? that stands as a seven-minute epic incorporating elements of psychedelic rock.

Its gradual build from a relaxed tempo and its dreamlike lyrical world offer a universal appeal that invites each listener’s own interpretation.

The song reached No.

1 on the U.S.

Modern Rock Tracks chart, and a slowed-down version is used in the film The Electric State, scheduled for release in 2025.

Oasis, who announced their reunion in August 2024, are set to embark on the world tour “OASIS LIVE 25” in 2025, with performances planned in Japan as well.

Through choral performance, the song’s grand and beautiful melody can be reimagined in a different form.

Child Of MineCarole King

Carole King – Child of Mine (Official Audio)

A classic song that gently sings of deep parental love and trust is included on American singer-songwriter Carole King’s solo debut album, Writer.

Released in May 1970, the work is notable for its warm melodies that weave together elements of soft rock and folk.

Its simple, piano-centered arrangement blends beautifully with King’s gentle vocals, conveying a child’s purity, hopes for the future, and a parent’s unconditional love.

Performed as well at her first solo concert at Carnegie Hall in June 1971—where it moved the audience—this piece is perfect not only for those raising children but for anyone who wishes to reflect on the bonds between parent and child.

Clean HeartPerfume Genius

Perfume Genius – “Clean Heart” (Official Lyric Video)

A delicate piano and beautiful melody intertwine to create an expressive piece that, while tranquil, evokes inner conflict and hope—delivered in March 2025 by American singer-songwriter Perfume Genius.

Co-written with his partner, keyboardist Alan Wyffels, the song emerged from dialogues with the self during the pandemic and has been released as an advance single from the album Glory.

His music has frequently been featured across media, including film and television, and this work likewise masterfully conveys both strength and fragility hidden within silence.

It’s a track I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone who cherishes moments of introspection.