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A collection of Western songs with titles starting with “J”

When it comes to songs with titles that start with “J,” do any come to mind?

We don’t usually pay much attention to the first letter of a song title, so it might be hard to think of one right away.

That said, there are plenty of English words that start with “J,” like “Joy,” “Just,” “Jet,” and “Jesus.”

In this article, I’ll introduce many songs with titles that begin with “J,” regardless of era or genre.

By exploring music from a perspective you may not have tried before, you might discover some new tracks.

Compilation of Western songs with titles starting with 'J' (1–10)

Just a Friend To YouMeghan Trainor

Meghan Trainor – Just a Friend To You (Vevo Presents)
Just a Friend To YouMeghan Trainor

Featured on Meghan Trainor’s May 2016 album “Thank You,” this song rides a light, ukulele-driven sound to express the bittersweet ache of unrequited love.

Wrapped in a fresh, doo-wop-inspired melody, it captures the frustration of being seen as just a friend, alongside the pure desire to stay by that person’s side.

It’s a track that will resonate with those facing graduation and grappling with the complex emotions between friendship and romance.

Its friendly acoustic sound gently nudges you forward as you take your next step.

JadedSpiritbox

Spiritbox – Jaded (Official Music Video)
JadedSpiritbox

Spiritbox, formed by the married duo Courtney LaPlante and Mike Stringer—both formerly of Iwrestledabearonce—and hailing from Victoria, Canada, has been attracting attention with a sound rooted in metalcore and progressive metal since launching their career with a self-titled EP in 2017.

Having cemented their global reputation with the 2021 album Eternal Blue, they are proving further evolution with the album Tsunami Sea set for March 2025.

Nominated for the Grammy Awards for two consecutive years starting in 2024, their presence in the scene is overwhelming.

Their unique world, where beauty and ferocity intersect, is sure to resonate with anyone seeking the new era of heavy music.

JoyrideOliver Tree

Oliver Tree – Joyride (Official Music Video)
JoyrideOliver Tree

Oliver Tree, known for his striking look with a bowl cut, tracksuit, and kick scooter, is back.

Released in November 2025, this track is the second single from his fourth album, “Love You Madly, Hate You Badly,” his first in about two years.

Built on a UK drum’n’bass-style rapid breakbeat, it ambitiously fuses boom-bap-inspired rap with an American rock-flavored chorus, carrying a message about embracing life’s chaos and moving forward.

Reportedly crafted in a hotel room while traveling through 80 countries, the song strongly reflects his drive to connect people through music across genres and borders.

Highly recommended if you’re feeling the urge to break free from the turbulence of everyday life.

Compilation of Western songs with titles starting with 'J' (11–20)

Jungle RockHank Mizell

Let me introduce a hidden rockabilly masterpiece from the early days of rock ’n’ roll that quietly emerged from a small Southern U.S.

label.

The singer is Hank Mizell, who would later go on to live a quiet life as a pastor.

Its unique lyrics tell of a protagonist who wanders into a jungle and stumbles upon an animal dance party, unfolding over a rough-edged yet fiery beat.

Released as a single around October 1958, the really interesting part is what happened afterward.

When it was reissued in the U.K.

in 1976, it became an unexpected hit, reaching number three on the UK Singles Chart.

Its simple, powerful rhythm has an irresistible, no-questions-asked drive that makes you want to move.

It’s a song I highly recommend when you want to feel the heat of good old rock ’n’ roll.

Just the Way You AreBruno Mars

Bruno Mars – Just The Way You Are (Official Music Video)
Just the Way You AreBruno Mars

A love song that celebrates your loved one’s natural, unadorned beauty is the perfect choice when you want to create a romantic mood at karaoke.

Released in 2010 as Bruno Mars’s debut single and included on the album Doo-Wops & Hooligans, it features a piano-centered melody seamlessly blended with hip-hop–style rhythms for a pleasantly smooth sound.

Its simple yet deeply resonant lyrics are part of its charm.

Marking its 15th anniversary in 2025, the song’s timeless appeal is once again in the spotlight.

It’s a classic you’ll want to sing when you wish to express your honest feelings to a partner or someone special.

Why not wrap your year-end or New Year gatherings in a warm atmosphere with this song, woven from plainspoken words of love?

Jamal CrawfordMARCO PLUS ft. Boldy James

MARCO PLUS ft. Boldy James – Jamal Crawford (Official Visualizer)
Jamal CrawfordMARCO PLUS ft. Boldy James

In November 2025, Marco Plus—an Atlanta rapper steadily earning a reputation for his skill—released a new track featuring Detroit’s seasoned storyteller Boldy James.

The song takes its title from Jamal Crawford, famed in the NBA for his elite crossover, and the two MCs trade flows with the same quick, ankle-breaking agility the name evokes.

Over a glassy loop and dry drums, the South’s nimbleness intersects with the Midwest’s low-end deadpan, packing two-plus minutes so dense you’ll want to run it back.

Produced by Graymatter, the restrained, jazzy soundscape perfectly locks in the street-level tension and storytelling cadence.

Jumpin’ Jumpin’Destiny’s Child

Destiny’s Child – Jumpin’ Jumpin’ (Official Music Video)
Jumpin’ Jumpin’Destiny's Child

It’s a club anthem released in 2000 as the fourth single from the 1999 album “The Writing’s on the Wall.” With bouncy synths and finely chopped hi-hats, it leans toward a danceable R&B sound and reached No.

3 on the U.S.

charts.

The lyrics breezily celebrate independence and solidarity—“Let the boyfriend go hang with his guys; we’ll hit the club for our own night out”—a message that resonated widely from teens to adults by affirming women’s nights out.

The call-and-response interplay and the powerful vocals from Beyoncé and the group amplify that sense of freedom on the dance floor.

The word “twerk” appears in the lyrics as well, and the song is also known for helping popularize twerking.