A collection of Western songs with titles starting with “I”
When it comes to English words that start with “I,” there are plenty that could make great song titles—beyond the pronoun “I,” you’ve got “If” for hypotheticals, as well as “Imagine” and “Idea,” among others.
In this article, I’ll introduce some classic Western songs whose titles start with “I.” I don’t think many people usually search for songs by narrowing down the first letter of the title, but that’s exactly why you might discover tracks you hadn’t noticed before.
Enjoy the article as you look forward to finding out what songs are on the list.
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I Don’t Think That I Like HerCharlie Puth
“I Don’t Think That I Like Her,” sung by Charlie Puth from the United States, portrays the complex emotions of becoming hesitant about new love due to being hurt in past relationships.
Despite its up-tempo melody, the lyrics express a bittersweet feeling of sealing off one’s emotions with the thought, “Maybe I don’t like her anymore.” Out of fear of being hurt the same way again, he holds back and keeps some distance.
However, if you suppress your current feelings because of past pain, you’ll likely regret it.
Like this song suggests, perhaps the best thing is to accept your wavering heart just as it is.
I Want OutHelloween
This is a song distinguished by its explosive, catchy guitar riff right from the intro and a piercing high-tone voice.
Featured on German heavyweights Helloween’s August 1988 album “Keeper of the Seven Keys: Part II,” the track rides a powerful sound to sing of a yearning for freedom.
In fact, the strong message woven into the lyrics was the heartfelt cry of guitarist Kai Hansen, who had decided to leave the band at the time.
It’s so characteristic of them that a personal struggle has become a timeless anthem that gives courage to so many people.
When you want to break free from a stifling reality, this song will surely give you the push you need.
I Should Have CheatedKeyshia Cole
This is a heart-wrenching ballad sung by American R&B singer Keyshia Cole.
It portrays a woman’s emotions as she is constantly suspected of cheating by her lover and, unable to prove her innocence, laments that she might as well have truly betrayed him.
The despair and anger of not being believed gradually morph into a forbidden desire, capturing the very moment love is corroded by suspicion.
The song comes from the acclaimed 2005 album “The Way It Is” and won at the 20th Soul Train Music Awards.
Anyone who has suffered from unfair accusations will likely deeply relate to that helpless feeling.
IrresponsibleKiana Ledé
This song by American R&B singer Kiana Ledé conveys her aching emotions.
Carried by a melancholic melody, it tells the story of a heart shattered by the irresponsibility of someone she trusted.
The despair of realizing that the flirtatious signals that made her believe the feelings were mutual were nothing but her own misunderstanding is truly painful.
The way she wavers between blaming the other person and being unable to let go of her feelings is something anyone who has experienced unrequited love can painfully relate to.
Kiana Ledé’s soulful voice seems to envelop and soothe this unbearable suffering.
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If Not Now, Then When?King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard
L.
W.
, the 2021 album by Australian experimental collective King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard.
Serving as a companion piece to the previous release K.
G.
, it’s a deep dive into the microtonal music that has become their calling card.
Fans were floored by their astonishing creative speed and ideas, asking, “How is this level of quality possible when produced remotely during the pandemic?” Its psychedelic sonic world—where funk, metal, and folk swirl like a kaleidoscope—offers a thoroughly unpredictable musical experience.
Many listeners also felt their ethos in the story of a track winning an environmental music award and the band donating the prize money.
Surrender to this genre-defying sonic adventure, and you’ll be pulled into a world like no other.
If Loving You Is Wrong, I Don’t Want to Be RightLuther Ingram
Sung by American soul singer Luther Ingram, this ballad straightforwardly portrays the turmoil of a man tormented by forbidden love.
Released in April 1972, it became a massive hit, spending four consecutive weeks at No.
1 on Billboard’s R&B chart.
The protagonist defiantly declares that if loving is wrong, he doesn’t need to be right.
His heartbreaking resolve comes through with piercing clarity in a gospel-rooted, soul-stirring vocal performance.
Love’s depth can be such that, even knowing someone will get hurt, you still can’t stop.
Millie Jackson’s cover version was used in the film Cleopatra Jones.
When you’re struggling with a love that can’t be neatly justified by what’s “right,” this song may seep deep into your heart.
I Won’t Miss A ThingTom Grennan
This song is by Tom Grennan, a UK artist who has been on a remarkable streak, including back-to-back UK No.
1s from his 2021 album Evering Road.
Its universal message—that memories and words shared with a loved one continue to live on in our hearts even after parting—comes through clearly in his soulful vocals.
This moving ballad is the lead single from his fourth album, Everywhere I Went, Led Me to Where I Didn’t Want to Be, set for release in August 2025.
It’s a piece to sink into on a quiet night, alone with the memories of someone dear.