20 songs that start with the letter X - Musical Mum (2023)

Songs starting with X are hard to find because X is one of the rarely used letters in the English language. You can search a dictionary and it will only give you at least three to five pages of words beginning with that letter. Therefore, one might think that not many songs starting with the letter X have been written. Also, not everyone can use the letter in their sentences as there are few words starting with this letter.

You may be surprised that there are actually many songs written with the letter X at the beginning of the verse or as a song title. You should try to compile them in yours"Songs starting with X" playlistand also share it with your friends. Enjoy listening to these songs in different genres and find your new favorites too!

1. "X-Static Process" by Madonna

Madonna – X-Static Process (Albumversion)

The Queen of Pop never disappoints with her song, which conveys a message about how she's dealt with the near-existential crisis she's been going through herself. So many people experience this too and especially in this time when being alone is the best solution, you have all the time for yourself to reflect.

2. "XO" von Beyoncé

Beyoncé – XO (Video)

From one pop queen to another, this song never fails to disappoint fans around the world as Beyonce showcases her signature vocals in her own unique way. This song is an absolute hit that has even conquered the music charts more than once.

3. „XIX“ von Slipknot

Slipknot – XIX (Audio)

XIX is the Roman numeral for 19. This song from Slipknot's Iowa album also represents her nineteen years in the music industry. Additionally, it is a signature Slipknot track as it marks a fresh start for continued success in the band's overall career. Finally, a must have for any Slipknot fan.

4. „X“ von Chris Brown

Chris Brown – X (Audio)

In this song, Chris Brown talks about moving on from his previous relationship with a girl who played with his heart. It can have many different meanings and people can interpret it as a song to be rejected or to carry on. Regardless, many people know this song as one of the best breakup songs written on the record.

5. „XYZ“ von Hiromi Uehara

HIROMI UEHARA „XYZ“

This song is included in Hiromi Uehara's debut album that shows why everyone loves her. The jazz notes are sweet and they are in no way too soft or too bland. Additionally, the piano accompaniment makes it an excellent choice for a rainy day at home, where you can just stare out the window while watching the raindrops fall.

6. „XXX“ von Kendrick Lamar

XXX.

This song excitingly showcases a collaboration between Kendrick Lamar's smooth beats and the collective quirk of Irish band U2. This song talks about how human rights are still sidelined and inaccessible to members of the black community.

At the same time, U2 sings about the American dream of getting lost somewhere. This is quite an intense song full of deep meaning that you will surely enjoy.

7. „X-Static“ von Foo Fighters

X-static

Now people shouldn't confuse this with a song sung by Madonna just because they have the same title. Despite this, this song is still cool and it's the only song to feature another musician, Greg Dulli. He also saw the creation of the first Foo Fighters album. That's why it's special for him.

8. „Xoxoxo“ von Black Eyed Peas

Black-Eyed Peas - XOXOXO (HQ)

(Video) Adele - My Little Love (Official Lyric Video)

If you're a kid from the '90s and early 2000s who courted women and men via text messages, you can relate to the Black Eyed Peas song. This is all about tracking a girl using text messages, and XOXO is an old-fashioned way of saying "hugs and kisses" on the phone. This is a really nostalgic beat that will send you to cool places as soon as you hear it.

9. "Xtal" by Aphex Twin

Xtal

A fantastic song and an underrated gem as not many people know about this song. This is a delightful mix of vocals and EDM, which is a good thing if you want something to get your groove going without having overpowering notes in it.

10. „X Marks the Spot“ von Coldplay

Coldplay – X marks the spot (Audio)

This is actually a hidden track as it was not a publicly released track by Coldplay. It sends a message to those who expect them to be your typical rock band. This song became a path as the band discovered themselves as artists.

11. “Support” by Yma Sumac

Yma Sumac – Xtabay (Lure of the Unknown Love)

If you're looking for a song that can convey that exotic feel without feeling creepy, this song is for you. Sung by the legendary Yma Sumac, this song captured exactly the mood one would expect from her as her stunning vocals are indeed timeless and timeless.

It wouldn't be a surprise if many people would still love to hear their songs 60 years from now. It is one of the greatest examples of Central and North American folk music, loved by generations.

12. „X-Kid“ von Green Day

Green Day – „X-Kid“ – Album: ¡TRE!

This is another heavy Green Day song that talks about the suicide of a friend of Billie Armstrong, one of the hit track's songwriters. It also talks about Generation X who might be going through a lot of tough times these days. This is a tough song indeed, but we hope you don't let the message stop you from appreciating just how good this song is.

13. "Xscape" by Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson – Xscape (Audio)

Included in his posthumous album, this song speaks about feelings of individuality and freedom. The King of Pop, as in the icon, has always been known for his deep love of originality. The song tells of the time when he escaped the "captivity" he was experiencing within himself.

14. „X.Y.U.“ von Smashing Pumpkins

[HQ] The Smashing Pumpkins - XYU

It's known as one of the favorites during their concerts, which shows how really good this song is. So many people have described it as one of the loudest but also one of the best songs the band has produced. The song talks about how it all ends with you in the end (U).

15. “Xanadu” by Olivia Newton-John

Xanadu | Olivia Newton-John & Gene Kellys 80er/40er-Hybrid E.L.O. Roller-Disco

This song is one of the tracks from the movie musical of the same name. "The Girl from Grease" was truly stunning in her singing on this song as she was able to send the song's message to the listeners. While the film received many mixed reviews, the song was hands down one of the best things to come out of it.

16. "X Offender" by Blur

Blur – X-Offender (Damon / Control Freaks Bugman Remix)

This song is about drugs and the "bugman" as the drug supplier of the one who sings in the music. It's a bit hard to digest and also not many people know this song. Despite this, the vocals are decent and the music is still interesting, showing that it can still appeal to a lot of people.

17. „X-Ray Girls“ von Zoogz Rift

X-Ray Girls von Zoogz Rift

This is also one of the undiscovered gems for heavy metal fans as it is unknown to many people. The song's sick beats complemented the vocals and it is indeed a treat for anyone who enjoys metal and heavy metal music.

18. "Xanny" by Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish – Xanny

The song is about Xanax and how people around her abused it to find inner peace. In an interview, Billie Eilish said the song wasn't necessarily a "don't do drugs" song, but more of a "be safe" song. While this song doesn't encourage you to do drugs, this song does give you perspective on what it's like to live with people who are constantly high and stoned.

19. "X-ray Man" by Liz Phair

Liz Phair - X-Ray Man

For those who have enough experience of dating scammers, you may relate to this song a lot. It's about the singer's boyfriend, who seems insatiable when it comes to intimacy and sex.

As a result, he craves more and more, to the point that he embraces cheating just to get his desires fulfilled. Of course, this isn't a song that glorifies infidelity, but it's worth listening to, too.

20. "Xplosion" by Outkast

Outkast – Xplosion (Official Audio) ft. B-Real

This last song on the list gets a little judgment from some people, but if you're not that sensitive you might still find it cool and fun to listen to. This song shows a characteristic of every Black American rap style - funny, explicit, but still with a message. Many people love this type of rap style as it is one of the well-known examples of how great early rap music is.

summary

The above songs have different genres, messages and artistic styles. Still, they all have one common denominator as all of these songs are fantastic to listen to and are known as gems, whether loved or underrated.

Of course, there are still many song titles that start with the letter X in so many different languages. It's fun to discover pieces that we usually never hear or hear on the radio. Therefore, knowing these songs and creating a playlist can be so much fun.