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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.

Compilation of Western songs with titles starting with “R” (491–500)

rises the moonliana flores

A masterful song that quietly sings of the moon’s allure has arrived from British singer-songwriter Rianne Flores.

The track from her April 2019 EP “Recently” features a gentle tone that blends elements of folk and acoustic pop.

Acoustic guitar and soft vocals sink deeply into the listener’s heart.

The lyrics poetically express everyday struggles and inner battles, portraying moonrise as a symbol of hope and change.

Like moonlight illuminating the heart, this piece offers healing and comfort—a heartwarming song that will make you want to gaze up at the night sky.

rainmxmtoon

mxmtoon – rain (official visualizer)
rainmxmtoon

mxmtoon, an American singer-songwriter known for her delicate sensibilities and translucent vocal tone.

Her new song, released in October 2024, is a melancholic piece marked by layered vocals and a finely nuanced acoustic guitar.

It beautifully captures the emotional ebb and flow she experienced moving from California to New York, with lyrics that resonate deeply with listeners.

Centered on themes of change, growth, and longing for home, this work offers solace to those brave enough to leap into a new environment or those still searching for where they belong.

roll da dice4Batz & Lil Baby

roll da dice – 4batz & Lil Baby (clean)
roll da dice4Batz & Lil Baby

This collaboration between rising Dallas talent Fourbutz and rapper Lil Baby is a stirring R&B track themed around the risks and rewards of love.

Released in September 2024, the song seamlessly blends Fourbutz’s melodic vocals with Lil Baby’s smooth flow.

It features a smooth beat reminiscent of ’90s R&B, perfectly matched with contemporary trap elements, and memorably uses the metaphor of “rolling the dice” to express the complexity and uncertainty of romance.

It’s a recommended listen for those who crave the thrill of love or want to reflect more deeply on modern relationships.

Rhythm & BluesAyra Starr

Thanks to the hit tune “Calm Down” by Selena Gomez and Rema, the Nigerian music scene has gained global attention.

Ayra Starr is one of the leading female singers representing that scene.

Her track “Rhythm & Blues” is one of her new songs and incorporates Alte, a subgenre derived from Afrobeats that blends hip-hop, Afrobeats, dancehall, and R&B.

It’s a type of sound you don’t often hear in Japan, so be sure to check it out.

RevengeBBG Baby Joe

Recently, more fakes have been showing off for the flex—wearing counterfeit necklaces or rented designer gear—but there are still rappers in the scene who are considered the real deal.

One of them is BBG Baby Joe.

He’s a rapper drawing attention from the likes of BlocBoy JB and Birdman, and many expect him to become a leading figure in Southern trap from the underground.

His new track “Revenge” is just that—his latest release.

The title sounds ominous.

Whether it means it’s time to settle scores from the 2019 shooting incident or to find closure over his brother’s death, there’s no information yet—but we can’t rule out the possibility that it could spark intense conflicts going forward.

If you’re interested in Memphis’s underground, this is a must-check.

RedboneChildish Gambino

Childish Gambino’s classic track, Redbone.

The song features heavy themes centered on anti-Black discrimination in America and became a global hit.

Its melody is weighty as well.

With a distinctive musicality and dark atmosphere that defy easy genre classification, it doesn’t come off as merely somber; instead, it feels stylish and cool throughout.

The contrast between the mechanical track and the emotive vocals is superb, so be sure to give it a listen.

ReflectionLea Salonga

Lea Salonga | Reflection | Live at Sydney Opera House
ReflectionLea Salonga

Lea Salonga’s signature song “Reflection” from Disney’s classic Mulan captures profound inner feelings.

Confronting the heavy themes of identity and societal expectations head-on, this moving ballad has never lost its luster since its 1998 release.

Salonga’s clear, powerful vocals beautifully convey the emotions of conflict and liberation.

It’s a piece that resonates not as a quick fix, but when you want to reexamine yourself.

It reminds us, once again, of the importance of listening to our inner voice.