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[2025] Western songs to listen to on April Fools’ Day: A roundup of tracks themed around lies

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

When it comes to April Fools’ Day, everyone knows it as the day when “it’s okay to tell lies,” but in recent years it’s also taken on a fairly positive image, with companies posting jokey ads and news on social media rather than nasty, deceitful lies.

In this article, we’ve rounded up a variety of classic Western songs related to “lies” that we want you to listen to on April Fools’ Day.

It’s a diverse lineup spanning genres, including not only the latest hits but also timeless classics, so be sure to check it out!

[2025] Western songs you want to listen to on April Fools' Day: A roundup of tracks themed around lies (41–50)

High VoltageThe Frank Popp Ensemble

High Voltage: The Frank Popp Ensemble, from Swordfish

High VoltageThe Frank Popp Ensemble

For an April Fools’ Day recommendation featuring a twist that will fool you, have you heard of Swordfish, starring John Travolta, Hugh Jackman, and Halle Berry? This was the background music the genius hacker protagonist uses while hacking.

It’s a cool and stylish film.

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LieNF

NF – Lie (Audio)

LieNF

“How could you tell such a lie, saying you don’t love me? How can you even say something like that?” With relentless, rapid-fire rap, a wistful vocal, and a simple arrangement that tugs at the heart, it’s the perfect love song for April Fools’ Day.

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The First Days of SpringNoah and the Whale

Noah and the Whale – The First Days of Spring

The First Days of SpringNoah and the Whale

Speaking of April Fools’ Day, it’s April 1st—the start of the new fiscal/academic year.

How about spending a relaxing time listening to this song titled “The First Day of Spring”? The lyrics wish for reconciliation with a former lover, but it’s a soothing song perfect for spring.

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In conclusion

As mentioned at the beginning, there are many kinds of lies, but basically, being lied to isn’t something that makes us happy.

That said, there are also “lies” that come from kindness, and many songs that express those complex emotions appeared this time.

If you’re interested, I recommend looking up the lyrics’ meanings on bilingual lyric sites or in translations!