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.
Enjoy the article as you look forward to seeing what songs are out there.
A Collection of Western Songs with Titles Starting with 'Y' (1–10)
you’re a starNEW!Fred again.. & Amyl and The Sniffers
This track is a collaboration between London-based electronic producer Fred again.
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and Melbourne punk band Amyl and The Sniffers.
Fred reworked “Big Dreams,” a song from Amyl’s album Cartoon Darkness, and it was released in October 2025 as the first entry in the USB002 project.
The result blends electronic production steeped in breakbeat and jungle elements with Amy Taylor’s raw punk vocals, creating a chemical reaction that could only come from such an unlikely pairing.
It’s a must-listen for anyone who loves both electronic music and punk rock.
You You YouNEW!Maisie Peters
Maisie Peters, a singer-songwriter from England known for her literary lyricism, is signed to Ed Sheeran’s label and topped the UK charts in June 2023 with her album The Good Witch.
Her new song, released in October 2025, is a bittersweet piece that looks back on the pain of heartbreak.
Paired with the simultaneously released Audrey Hepburn, it portrays a period when she was consumed by deep sorrow.
Having been involved in the production herself, she expresses emotional nuances with delicate precision, creating a work that will gently comfort anyone who has gone through a painful breakup.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to alone on a quiet night.
YellowNEW!Coldplay
One of the signature songs by the British rock band Coldplay, released in 2000.
Included on their debut album Parachutes, this ballad expresses devoted feelings for a loved one, featuring a clear, transparent sound that perfectly suits the stillness of winter.
Its restrained drums and guitar tones, along with the emotive vocals, resonate deeply.
Recorded at a studio in Wales, the song reached number four on the UK charts and became a turning point that propelled the band to worldwide success.
It’s a track that gently accompanies those winter nights when you’re thinking of someone special.
yes, and?NEW!Ariana Grande
Released in January 2024, “Yes, and?” is a track that emerged after about three years as the lead single from the album Eternal Sunshine.
Heavily influenced by Madonna’s “Vogue,” its ‘80s-style house sound is pleasing to the ear, delivering a danceable groove that also carries a profound message.
Powerfully asserting the importance of living true to yourself without being swayed by others’ criticism or judgments, this song is one that gives you a push forward—especially when winter’s chill starts to get you down.
A remix version featuring Mariah Carey was also released and debuted at No.
1 on the Billboard Global 200.
It’s highly recommended when you want to boost your self-esteem or lift your spirits.
You Don’t Know My NameNEW!Alicia Keys
Alicia Keys is a singer-songwriter who represents the R&B scene of the 2000s.
This piece from her early-career classic, The Diary of Alicia Keys, is known as a masterpiece that beautifully captures the bittersweetness of unrequited love.
The song tells the story of a protagonist working at a café, who can’t bring herself to speak to the customer she likes—a tender, aching crush.
In her head she imagines the perfect conversation, yet in reality she can’t even say her name.
That frustrating situation is portrayed over a warm, ’70s soul-inspired sound crafted by Kanye West.
Upon its release in November 2003, the song gained enormous popularity, spending eight weeks at No.
1 on the U.
S.
R&B chart.
It’s a gentle companion for anyone who finds themselves tongue-tied in front of someone they like.
Your Poppa Don’t MindNEW!Supertramp
It’s a light, upbeat rock number with a pleasant interplay between rhythmic guitars and keyboards.
It’s the debut single by the British band Supertramp, who fused the structural sophistication of prog with pop accessibility.
Peeking into the lyrics, you can picture a youthful, slightly overconfident romance, singing something like, “I don’t care what your father thinks.” Rick Davies’s vocals seem to capture that mischievous vibe perfectly.
This track opens their second album, Indelibly Stamped, released in June 1971.
Although the album initially struggled commercially, it later earned a Gold certification in Canada, standing as a snapshot of the band’s formative era.
It’s a song you’ll want to play on a drive or on a weekend morning when you want to lift your spirits.
Your Silent FaceNEW!New Order
This is a commercial for the iconic Lady Dior handbag.
It features Mia Goth, Greta Lee, and Mikey Madison, showcasing Lady Dior in a variety of colors.
The background music is “Your Silent Face,” a track from the British band New Order’s 1983 album Power, Corruption & Lies.
The synthesizer sound, which evokes a somewhat dreamlike atmosphere, is particularly striking.