A roundup of Western songs with titles that start with “R”
When it comes to English words that start with “R,” there are lots that sound like they could be song titles—like “Rock,” “Rain,” and “Re.” In this article, I’ll introduce some classic Western songs with titles that begin with “R.” You probably don’t often look for songs that start with a specific letter, but that’s exactly why it can be a great chance to discover tracks you might not have noticed before.
Enjoy this article as you look forward to making new discoveries.
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Red BaronBilly Cobham
Billy Cobham, the Panama-born jazz drummer also known by the nickname “The King of Chops.” After sessions with Miles Davis and his work with the Mahavishnu Orchestra, which he co-founded, he drew major attention as a pioneer of jazz fusion.
His 1973 solo album Spectrum became a breakout hit that transcended the boundaries of jazz.
The virtuosic playing unleashed from his fortress-like, massive drum kit is absolutely breathtaking.
His powerful, innovative style has had a profound influence on later artists such as Prince, and he continues to earn praise for evolving even past the age of 80.
Running On FaithEric Clapton
Amid the hardships of life, his voice—like a prayer seeking a single ray of light with only faith to rely on—strikes the heart: a song by Eric Clapton, the guitarist the UK is proud of.
This work portrays an earnest, deeply personal story reflecting Clapton’s own recovery from alcoholism.
It was included on his November 1989 release, the album Journeyman, which he himself has said he’s fond of, and the acoustic version performed on the 1992 masterpiece Unplugged became hugely popular as well.
Its blues-rooted sound and warm vocals give you the courage to step into tomorrow.
It’s the kind of piece that gently stays by your side on nights when you want to believe in something but can’t quite find the confidence.
RunningFly By Midnight
As time keeps slipping by, can you keep moving forward? The work of Fly By Midnight, the indie-pop duo from New York now based in LA, poses that question while gently giving you a push.
With a rush like speeding down the highway at night, the sound carries a message: “Don’t stop—live this moment to the fullest!” Listening to this track might make even the anxieties and conflicts of youth feel like fuel for the future.
It’s a song from their album “The Fastest Time Of Our Lives,” releasing in July 2025.
Perfect for when you’re ready to take on a challenge or need the ideal soundtrack for an uplifting drive.
Rein Me In (feat. Olivia Dean)Sam Fender
Sam Fender, a UK singer-songwriter often dubbed the modern-day Bruce Springsteen, released a duet in June 2025 with fellow British songstress Olivia Dean.
Originally a track from his album “People Watching” released the same year, it was reworked with a new perspective penned by Dean.
By adding a gentle female viewpoint to the raw cries of a man on the brink of being swept away by a storm of emotions, the song powerfully conveys the yearning of two people entangled in a complicated relationship.
Premiered to great buzz before its release at an 80,000-capacity stadium and later breaking into the top 10 in the UK charts, this standout track is well worth checking out.
Ring The AlarmBeyoncé
From the blaring siren in the intro, this song by American diva Beyoncé drags you into a whirlpool of passion.
With vocals that are almost a scream, it expresses blazing jealousy and possessiveness toward a lover who’s had a change of heart for another woman.
That raw feeling of “I don’t want to give you to anyone,” precisely because of love, pierces the listener’s heart as well.
Featured on the album B’Day, released in September 2006, this track received high acclaim, including a nomination at the 49th Grammy Awards.
Still, surrendering to aimless anger can happen precisely when a love is real.
When distrust of your partner makes your heart feel like it’s going to break, letting your emotions explode—like in this song—might actually help you face forward.
Ride the WindPoison
This is a classic released in 1990 by Poison, the American band that epitomized the ’80s music scene.
The title, “Ride the Wind,” couldn’t be more fitting—the exhilarating sense of speed that blasts straight through is pure refreshment.
Within a grand, wide-open sound that feels like racing across a Western desert, it’s as if a thirst for freedom and hope for the future are being sung.
With C.C.
DeVille’s guitar roaring and Bret Michaels’s husky vocals ringing out with power, it’s nothing short of breathtaking.
Crank it up loud while driving and your worries might just blow away.
When you want to break free from something, this song will surely give you a strong push forward!
Rock MeGreat White
Great White is an American band that blazed through the LA metal scene with hard rock rooted in the blues.
Their signature track was released as a single from the album Once Bitten in June 1987.
Its appeal lies in the sound where the muscular guitar riffs intertwine with Jack Russell’s passionate, soaring vocals, conveying an irresistible impulse and earnest desire to surrender your whole heart.
Peaking at No.
60 on the Billboard Hot 100, the song blends the glitz of LA metal with the melancholy of the blues—perfect for a drive or when you want to get pumped up.
Give yourself over to the searing rock sound and you’re guaranteed to be swept up in a rush of exhilaration!