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A compilation of Western songs with titles that start with 'S'

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

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

However, there are plenty of English words that start with “S,” like “Start,” “Shake,” “Season,” and “Save.”

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

You might discover something new by grouping songs in a way you haven’t considered before!

A collection of Western songs with titles starting with 'S' (351–360)

Summertime SadnessLana Del Rey

Lana Del Rey – Summertime Sadness (Official Music Video)
Summertime SadnessLana Del Rey

“Summertime Sadness,” a signature song by American singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey.

It’s an achingly beautiful track that sings of the radiant days of summer and the sense of loss brought on by a friend’s tragic end.

Lana Del Rey’s languid, dreamlike vocals match the song’s melancholic atmosphere perfectly.

The chorus, pleading “Kiss me hard before you go,” feels like the climax of a tragic film.

As you listen, happy memories resurface even as you’re confronted with the reality that there’s no going back—you may find yourself unable to hold back tears.

Show Me the WayRegina Belle

Regina Belle – Show Me the Way (Video)
Show Me the WayRegina Belle

Hailing from the United States, Regina Belle made a striking debut in the ’80s, armed with a luscious voice where soul and jazz meld together.

“Show Me the Way,” released in 1987, is a landmark track that brought her talent to wider attention.

Its mellow, urbane sound—evoking the nighttime city—epitomizes the Quiet Storm trend of the era.

The lyrics, pleading for guidance from a loved one, pair perfectly with her vocal delivery, which alternates between a whisper and a powerful appeal.

Many listeners may find themselves overlaying their own experiences onto the song’s aching sense of being lost in love and searching for answers.

Steady OnShawn Colvin

This is the title track from singer-songwriter Shawn Colvin’s debut album.

The album won a Grammy Award and marked the beginning of her brilliant career.

It’s said that the lyrics weave in her personal struggles and the path to recovery.

Her calm yet resolute voice pairs exquisitely with the delicate plucking of the acoustic guitar.

Gently urging you to “keep moving forward,” the song feels less like simple encouragement and more like a close friend quietly standing by your side during life’s toughest moments.

It’s a track with a mysterious power that can make your heart feel just a little lighter when times are hard.

Compilation of Western songs with titles starting with 'S' (361–370)

Seven Nation ArmyThe White Stripes

The White Stripes – Seven Nation Army (Official Music Video)
Seven Nation ArmyThe White Stripes

A song by the American rock duo The White Stripes, released in February 2003 and included on the classic album Elephant.

It’s a signature track of theirs that won Best Rock Song at the 46th Grammy Awards.

The iconic riff that everyone recognizes is actually not a bass, but a processed guitar.

The song powerfully proclaims an unshakable spirit of defiance that refuses to bow to any massive power or pressure.

Many of you may have heard it sung as an anthem in stadiums around the world, including at the FIFA World Cup.

When you need courage to face challenges, this track is sure to give you strength.

Stop Your Fussin’Toni Childs

This is the debut single released in 1988 by Toni Childs, a singer-songwriter from the United States.

Her sound, rooted in rock and boldly infused with elements of world music, felt incredibly fresh at the time.

The reggae-tinged rhythms that evoke African drums and Caribbean breezes set your spirit free just by listening.

The lyrics, telling an overly emotional partner to “stop making such a fuss,” overlap with her husky, earthy, deeply resonant voice to striking effect.

It’s a classic with a powerful energy—the kind that makes you feel like you can overcome your tangled worries if you just surrender to the song’s massive groove.

Sweet LeafGreen Carnation

This is a moving song by Green Carnation, a progressive metal band from Norway, that opens up a new frontier for them.

It’s included on Acoustic Verses, a masterpiece of fully acoustic music released in January 2006.

In a complete turn from their heavy metal sound, the warm tone of the acoustic guitar stands out.

The song seems to portray the birth of new life and the deep love of the parents who nurture it.

Its gentle melody, which sings of hope and responsibility for the future, feels like it softly wraps around the listener’s heart.

On a night when you want to quietly reflect on the preciousness of life, don’t you feel your heart fill with warmth when you listen to this work?

Strange MachinesThe Gathering

Majestic synthesizers and heavy guitar riffs invite you on a journey that feels like it transcends time and space! This is a pivotal work in the history of The Gathering, the Dutch rock band, created in 1995.

The theme of the piece is time travel.

Its lyrics, which sing of historical events and a yearning for the distant future—interwoven with lines from the sci-fi film The Time Machine—draw listeners into an epic narrative world.

Featured on the classic album Mandylion, the track reached No.

37 on the Dutch singles chart, significantly boosting the band’s profile.

Put it on during a night when you want to forget the everyday and immerse yourself in a fantastical atmosphere, and you’ll feel like a time traveler already.