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A collection of Western songs with titles starting with 'G'

When you hear “songs with titles that start with ‘G,’” what tracks come to mind?

We don’t usually think about the first letter of a song title, so it might be hard to come up with examples on the spot.

For instance, there are many English words that start with “G,” like “Good,” “Gonna,” and “Get.”

In this article, we’ll introduce songs with titles that start with “G” from among many of the world’s great tracks.

We hope you enjoy the read and maybe discover some new music along the way.

Compilation of Western songs with titles starting with “G” (381–390)

God Rest Ye Merry, GentlemenOscar Peterson

This piece is an old English Christmas carol published in the 18th century.

It’s quite famous, so many of you have probably heard it before.

In Japan, the title is translated as “Yo no Hito Wasuruna.” Oscar Peterson has arranged this well-known tune into a swingin’ jazz performance.

Oscar Peterson has a charming way of transforming any Christmas song as if it were his own.

It’s also interesting to compare his version with the original as performed in churches and similar settings.

GoldOwl City

Owl City – Gold (Fan-Made Music Video)
GoldOwl City

This work by Owl City, the American artist, is a heartfelt message song that celebrates self-esteem and inner radiance.

Set to an upbeat synth-pop sound, it likens the listener’s worth to gold and inspires the courage to chase their dreams.

After being included on the EP “Shooting Star,” released in May 2012, it was also featured on the August 2012 album “The Midsummer Station.” It’s a track you’ll want to listen to with gratitude for friends, lovers, and family.

When you want to reaffirm your own value or that of someone dear to you, its resonant lyrics and refreshing melody will lift your spirits.

Gunfingers (ft. JME & Wiley)P Money

If you’re looking for grime music that feels more like R&B than hip-hop, I recommend P Money.

In particular, the album “Gunfingers (ft.

JME & Wiley)” features many tracks with a different vibe from most grime music.

Because of that, it became popular even among people who don’t usually listen to grime and was a major hit.

He’s also known for putting a lot of effort into his music videos, so if you like the album, be sure to check those out too.

GlasgowPale Waves

Pale Waves – Glasgow (Official)
GlasgowPale Waves

Released in July 2024, this track reveals a new side of the British indie rock band Pale Waves.

Centered on the specific setting of Glasgow, the song weaves together the pain of heartbreak and cherished memories, beautifully balancing the band’s signature melancholic sound with emotionally rich lyrics.

Featured on the album Smitten, it showcases Heather Baron-Gracie’s wistful vocals, conjuring images of walking through rain-soaked streets.

It’s a song that will resonate deeply with anyone who has experienced the end of a relationship or a farewell to a beloved place.

GinkgoPanchiko

Panchiko – Ginkgo (Official Video)
GinkgoPanchiko

A new track has arrived from Panchiko, the UK alternative rock band long shrouded in mystery on the internet.

The song blends elements of dreamy art rock and explores themes of the relationship between nature and humanity, as well as change.

Its distinctive sound—combining a spacey atmosphere, falsetto vocals, and intricate drum patterns—leaves a strong impression.

Released on November 22, 2024, the track is the title song of Ginkgo, an album slated for release on April 4, 2025.

The music video, featuring Gladiator-style visuals with a chicken, has also been drawing attention.

Panchiko reunited in 2020 and released their official debut studio album, Failed at Math(s), in May 2023.

It’s a recommended listen for anyone looking to reflect deeply on nature and transformation.

A Compilation of Western Songs with Titles Starting with 'G' (391–400)

GloriaPatti Smith

Patti Smith – Gloria (Official Audio)
GloriaPatti Smith

This track, which had a major impact on Japan’s punk scene, appears as the opening number of the debut album Horses, released in December 1975.

Originally a song from the 1960s, Patti Smith boldly reinterpreted it, adding her own poetic spin.

Beginning with a provocative opening line, the lyrics strikingly challenge conventional religious and social norms.

Richard Sohl’s Debussy-esque piano and Lenny Kaye’s incisive guitar support Smith’s raw, emotionally charged vocals.

At its core, the piece is a celebration of freedom and liberation, exploring themes that embrace personal expression.

Infused with raw energy and a rebellious spirit that resonates with punk ideals, it continues to move listeners across generations.

Games Without FrontiersPeter Gabriel

Peter Gabriel – Games Without Frontiers
Games Without FrontiersPeter Gabriel

Peter Gabriel is an English artist known as the original lead vocalist of the rock band Genesis.

His song “Games Without Frontiers” is one of his signature works.

It’s an anti-war track laced with biting irony, likening war to a children’s game, and it gained popularity with a realistic music video focused on the theme of war—something rare in the music scene at the time.

While anti-war songs in Japan often center on singing about peace, many anti-war songs overseas lean into sharp irony, so be sure to check them out.