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A collection of Western songs with titles that start with numbers

A collection of Western songs with titles that start with numbers
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In this article, I’ll be introducing classic Western songs whose titles begin with numbers.

When it comes to number-starting titles, some consist of numbers only, while others have words following the numbers.

If you’re knowledgeable about Western music, you might already have a few songs in mind.

That said, we don’t often search for songs by categories like “titles that start with XX,” so this could be a great chance to discover wonderful tracks you didn’t know before.

Take this opportunity to listen to a variety of songs!

A roundup of Western songs with titles starting with numbers (1–10)

1979NEW!The Smashing Pumpkins

The Smashing Pumpkins – 1979 (Official Music Video)
1979NEW!The Smashing Pumpkins

Formed in Chicago in 1988, The Smashing Pumpkins led the 1990s scene with a distinctive sound that fused alternative rock with genres like heavy metal and psychedelia.

Following their 1991 debut album Gish, they achieved commercial success with 1993’s Siamese Dream, and their 1995 masterpiece Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness became a global hit, selling over 10 million copies worldwide.

In 1997, they won a Grammy for “Bullet with Butterfly Wings.” Centered around Billy Corgan, the band has reunited multiple times since their 2000 breakup and remains highly active, releasing the new album Aghori Mhori Mei in 2024.

In 2025, with original members James Iha and Jimmy Chamberlin on board, they embarked on a long-awaited Japan tour—including a stop at the Nippon Budokan—that electrified both longtime fans and a new generation, leaving a vivid impression.

2022NEW!Maggie Lindemann & Julia Wolf

Maggie Lindemann, Julia Wolf – 2022 (Official Lyric Video)
2022NEW!Maggie Lindemann & Julia Wolf

This is a highly anticipated collaboration between Maggie Lindemann, who forges her own path with pop-punk and alternative sounds, and Julia Wolf, who draws attention with her delicate indie pop.

Centered on memories of the past—specifically “2022”—the song portrays a poignant sense of loss and the feeling of self falling apart.

The contrast between Maggie’s resolute vocals and Julia’s whispery delivery is superb, bringing out the distinct appeal of both artists.

Coupled with melancholic guitar tones, it creates an emotional soundscape that strives for regeneration even amid deep hurt.

As a lead single from the album “i feel everything,” set for release in October 2025, this track is likely to resonate deeply when you want to confront your past.

3amLoe Shimmy & Don Toliver

Loe Shimmy & Don Toliver – 3am (Official Music Video)
3amLoe Shimmy & Don Toliver

Low Shimmy, a rising talent from Florida known for his nasally, melodic rap.

Here he teams up with Don Toliver, famed for his airy vocals, on this sensuous, mood-soaked track.

Painting an intimate late-night moment, the song pairs Low Shimmy’s composed rapping with Don Toliver’s honeyed singing for a pleasing contrast.

With a heavy beat and misty synths, it lands squarely in mellow hip-hop territory.

The track appears on the album “Rockstar Junkie,” released in July 2025, and it reached No.

14 on the U.

S.

charts.

It’s a perfect pick for a night drive or when you want to chill on your own.

12 Days Of ChristmasNEW!Pentatonix

Pentatonix – 12 Days Of Christmas (Official Video)
12 Days Of ChristmasNEW!Pentatonix

This piece, a reconstruction of a traditional English carol performed a cappella, is a dazzling opening number that kicks off the album “We Need a Little Christmas,” released in November 2020.

Its lyrics, which count through twelve days of gift-giving, build a distinctive sense of Christmas joy and anticipation.

In Pentatonix’s rendition, they preserve the original’s counting-up format while skillfully varying rhythms and harmonic structures across the different parts.

The result highlights meticulous choral work and a strong sense of tempo, enhancing the festive atmosphere of Christmas.

It’s the perfect track for anyone looking to enjoy a bright, cheerful time as background music for holiday parties or cozy family gatherings!

18 til I DieNEW!Bryan Adams

Bryan Adams – 18 ‘till I Die (Live At Wembley 1996)
18 til I DieNEW!Bryan Adams

Bryan Adams is a Canadian singer-songwriter who also works as a photographer.

This track, which lends its title to his 1996 album “18 til I Die,” unleashes his rock ‘n’ roll spirit.

The song delivers a passionate message about staying 18 at heart no matter how old you get—an eternal pursuit of youth.

The choppy, driving guitar riffs and his powerful vocals fuse together to set your heart on fire just by listening.

In July 1996, following the album’s release, he performed it at Wembley Stadium before a crowd of 70,000.

It’s a thrilling piece of rock ‘n’ roll that makes you want to hold on to your sense of play forever—don’t miss the experience.

16/25Softcult

Softcult – 16/25 [official video]
16/25Softcult

Softcult is a Canadian twin duo who openly cite influences from ’90s grunge and shoegaze.

They’re also known for their DIY ethos and socially conscious messaging, and it’s still fresh in memory that their 2024 EP “See You in the Dark” was nominated for the JUNO Awards.

In September 2025, they released a new track from their first full-length album, “When A Flower Doesn’t Grow.” The song delivers a very serious allegation: grooming by an older individual.

The band’s knack for pairing a wall of distorted guitar noise that channels raw anger with a contrastingly dreamy, honeyed melody is truly impressive.

It’s a work that sets searing lyrics against a noisy yet pop sensibility—sure to resonate not only with socially minded rock fans but also with shoegaze lovers.

10,000 HoursDan + Shay, Justin Bieber

Dan + Shay, Justin Bieber – 10,000 Hours (Official Music Video)
10,000 HoursDan + Shay, Justin Bieber

This is a song born from a miraculous collaboration that crosses the boundaries between country and pop! It’s a luxurious joint work by the talented Nashville duo Dan + Shay and global pop star Justin Bieber, released in October 2019.

The anecdote that it came out just four days after Justin’s wedding further heightens its romantic mood.

The song expresses steadfast love—the desire to know every corner of a loved one’s heart, even if it takes ten thousand hours.

Listening to the warm acoustic tones and the gentle harmonies of the three voices blending together, you can’t help but feel your heart warmed and be moved to tears.

It’s truly a tear-jerking masterpiece that resonates with everyone who holds someone dear.