Collection of Western songs with titles starting with 'Y'
When it comes to English words that start with “Y,” the first one that probably comes to mind is “You,” meaning “あなた.” It’s also frequently used in song titles, and you often see titles like “Your ○○” or “You’re ~~.” In this article, I’ll introduce famous Western songs with titles that start with “Y.” We don’t usually search for songs by the first letter of the title, so you might discover tracks that haven’t caught your eye before.
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You Were MineDixie Chicks
A track released in 1998 by the American country music group the Dixie Chicks.
Inspired by their parents’ divorces and their own, it features powerful, sorrowful vocals.
It reached No.
1 on the charts in the United States and Canada.
You & MusicDonald Byrd
Trumpeter Donald Byrd gained popularity for his musical style rooted in jazz and funk, infused with elements of soul and R&B.
His songs are stylish yet catchy, and he’s extremely popular in Japan as well.
The album I’d recommend as one of his masterpieces is Places and Spaces.
Released on Blue Note in 1975, it’s a work that evokes sophisticated, smooth neo-funk, featuring expansive string arrangements and sensual rhythm guitar.
You’ve Got a FriendDonny Hathaway
Danny Hathaway, a soul singer who helped energize the New Soul boom of the ’70s.
At a time when racism against Black people was severe in the United States, he didn’t get swept up by the era’s divisions and continued collaborating with and covering white artists.
His rendition of “You’ve Got a Friend” is one example—the original is by singer-songwriter Carole King.
Since it’s a song about friendship, I think it’s perfect for a farewell party.
Please give it a listen.
You Are My HeavenDonny Hathaway & Roberta Flack
It’s a duet song by Donny Hathaway and Roberta Flack, composed by Stevie Wonder.
Both deliver flawless vocals, and I feel the best aspect of this performance is how they sing it carefully without resorting to heated shouts.
Youth of the Galaxy (Final Demand Mix)Doof
A recommended genre when you want to boost concentration: Goa trance.
Goa trance originally emerged in India, and at the time it was a spiritual style rooted in folk music.
Though it has evolved in form since then, the mainstream still leans toward spiritual works that stimulate the sympathetic nervous system.
“Youth of the Galaxy (Final Demand Mix)” is a standout example of Goa trance’s hallmark—an immersive, deep focus-inducing experience.
Definitely give it a listen.
You & The 6Drake
Many rappers active in the hip-hop scene spent their childhoods in complicated family environments.
Drake, who’s hugely successful in the mainstream, is one of those rappers.
His song “You & The 6” is about his relationship with his mother, portraying the love he feels toward her despite behavior that bordered on neglect.
It’s a work that captures emotions too complex to sum up in a single word.
Be sure to check out the Japanese translation as well.
You Broke My HeartDrake
Drake’s “You Broke My Heart” brilliantly captures emotions that well up from the depths of the heart.
While it carries the heavy theme of betrayal, this track—which brought a fresh breeze to the music scene in 2023—features melodies and lyrics that somehow feel refreshing.
Set against the pain of heartbreak, Drake’s resolve to move forward comes through, encouraging listeners.
Despite centering on lost love, it’s a compelling song that offers a glimpse of his strength.