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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” (241–250)

JulieHorsegirl

Horsegirl – “Julie” (Official Music Video)
JulieHorsegirl

A new song by Horsegirl, a Chicago-born Gen Z alternative rock trio, is making waves.

Set to appear on their second album, “Phonetics On and On,” due out in February 2025, the track showcases the band’s evolution.

Incorporating new instruments like violin, synthesizer, and gamelan, it features a sound that pursues their signature sense of space and texture.

In January 2024, they returned to their hometown of Chicago to record at Wilco’s studio with Cate Le Bon as producer.

While you can feel the influence of ’80s and ’90s alternative music, the work has a world entirely its own.

It’s a recommended listen for anyone who wants to experience their DIY spirit–filled music.

January RainHunters & Collectors

It’s the song “January Rain” by Hunters & Collectors, an Australian rock band active from the 1980s to the ’90s.

As the title suggests, the song is themed around January rain.

Despite being a band-driven track, it has dynamic nuances, and the guitar effects that evoke the feeling of rain are outstanding.

Just Need Your LoveHyphen Hyphen

Hyphen Hyphen – Just Need Your Love (Official Video)
Just Need Your LoveHyphen Hyphen

Formed in 2010, this French band has music videos with film-like, high-quality, beautiful visuals, and I especially recommend them to those who enjoy stylish music.

Many of their songs evoke the great outdoors of Europe, so whenever I want to listen to something beautiful, I turn to this band.

JinnslammerIGNEA

IGNEA — Jinnslammer (Official Video)
JinnslammerIGNEA

Like Russia, Ukraine has seen the development of symphonic metal with strong classical elements and melodic death metal.

One of the leading Ukrainian melodic death metal bands is IGNEA.

Although they have a female vocalist, her impressively deep death growls stand out even on a global scale—if you listen with your eyes closed, her growls sound completely like a man’s.

The unique contrast between her death vocals and the band’s melodic, beautiful performance is compelling, so I recommend them to anyone looking for something a bit different.

JAVA JAVA JAVA JAVA (Instrumentals ,Dubwise & Versions) – E.T. SpecialIMPACT ALLSTARS

The Impact All Stars – Java Java Java Java (Instrumentals, Dubwise & Versions) – E.T. Special
JAVA JAVA JAVA JAVA (Instrumentals ,Dubwise & Versions) - E.T. SpecialIMPACT ALLSTARS

IMPACT ALLSTARS’ “JAVA JAVA JAVA JAVA,” released by Randy’s, is the first legendary dub album in history.

Its title is taken from Augustus Pablo’s signature track “Java,” which became the first hit on the IMPACT label, and it includes “Level Rock.” As a foundational dub album, it’s a must-have, and the album’s style spans early reggae, dub, and instrumental.

Compilation of Western songs with titles starting with 'J' (251–260)

Just Keep WalkingINXS

Following AC/DC and the Bee Gees, INXS is another famous band from Australia.

They debuted in 1980 with the album ‘INXS,’ and this song put them on the map.

It’s a new wave pop-style track characteristic of bands from the 1980s, and they went on to become a globally renowned group.

Just Another NightIcona pop

Icona Pop – Just Another Night (Official Video)
Just Another NightIcona pop

A melancholic ballad about a freshly ended romantic relationship.

It was released in 2014 by the Swedish synth-pop duo Icona Pop.

The monochrome music video, inspired by French new wave, was filmed in Paris.