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30 Songs Starting With Z (Ultimate List)

January 3, 2024
Songs Starting With Z

I’ve compiled an ultimate list of songs starting with Z, an intriguing collection that brings together a variety of tracks from different genres and eras.

This unique playlist is perfect for music enthusiasts looking to explore songs that are not only alphabetically uncommon but also offer a diverse range of styles and sounds.

Top songs starting with Z

  • “Zookey (Lift Your Leg Up)” by Yves Larock
  • “Zero” by The Smashing Pumpkins
  • “Zombie” by The Cranberries
  • “Ziggy Stardust” by David Bowie
  • “Zero” by Yeah Yeah Yeahs
  • “Zeitgeist” by Black Sabbath
  • “Zendaya” by Cozz
  • “Zack and Codeine” by Post Malone
  • “Zeus” by Eminem
  • “Zorro’s Ascent” by Alice Cooper

1. “Zookey (Lift Your Leg Up)” by Yves Larock

“Zookey (Lift Your Leg Up)” is a popular EDM song by Swiss DJ and producer Yves Larock, featuring Roland Richards.

It was released in 2006 and became a hit, reaching the charts in several countries and becoming a staple of the dance music genre.

The track features an upbeat and catchy melody with a mix of electronic beats and African-inspired rhythms.

2. “Zero” by The Smashing Pumpkins

“Zero” is a song by American alternative rock band The Smashing Pumpkins, which was released in 1996 as a single from the album Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness.

The lyrics talk about being alone and feeling empty, and the music has heavy guitar riffs and driving drums that drive this message home. 

After “Zero” was released in 1995, it was used in an episode of The Simpsons called “Homerpalooza” from Season 7.

3. “Zombie” by The Cranberries

Bombings were happening in the UK at the time “Zombie” was written.

The Irish band was on tour in 1993 when they heard the news of the bombing that killed two children.

Dolores O’Riodarn, one of the band members, wrote the song in between shows.

The hard rock song eventually rose to prominence as one of the most well-known protest songs.

In 2018, Dolores O’Riordan was supposed to sing on the metal version of the song by Bad Wolves.

However, The Cranberries’ lead singer passed away the night before the recording.

4. “Ziggy Stardust” by David Bowie

David Bowie wrote the song “Ziggy Stardust” to deal with his mental health at the time.

He had to adopt Ziggy’s character to accurately depict the story in his song.

Ziggy was a bisexual rock star from another planet who came to Earth to warn people about impending dangers.

People were also moved by the character who ended up dying because he was too blinded by fame.

5. “Zero” by Yeah Yeah Yeahs

“Zero” was released as the lead single from the band’s third studio album, It’s Blitz!, in 2009.

This electro-pop song was named the best song of 2009 by NME and Spin magazine.

Since its release, this popular Z song has been used in episodes of Gossip Girl, 90210, and Ugly Betty, among other well-known television shows.

6. “Zeitgeist” by Black Sabbath

Black Sabbath’s “Zeitgeist” is a classic metal song that has been widely praised for its dark and atmospheric sound.

The song reflects the band’s feelings about the state of the world at the time it was written.

The lyrics are full of despair and hopelessness, with lines like “The world is spinning and it’s driving me insane” and “All we are is dust in the wind.”

The song is a powerful reflection of the band’s view of the world, and it still resonates with fans today.

7. “Zendaya” by Cozz

“Zendaya” was released as the lead single from Cozz’s debut studio album, Effected.

The song features a guest appearance from American singer-songwriter J. Cole.

“Zendaya” is a slow-paced hip-hop song with lyrics that talk about success, jealousy, and hard times.

Cozz’s lyrics are about a past relationship and how it ended.

He reflects on the good times and how he misses his ex.

The song reached number 89 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

8. “Zack and Codeine” by Post Malone

Post Malone released a cheeky adult parody of the Disney television show “The Suite Life of Zach and Cody” in his 2018 song “Zack and Codeine.”

In the song “Zack and Codeine,” Post Malone refers to the show while discussing his wild social life.

For instance, he talks about how he hosts parties in hotels, similar to the way the characters in the show live in luxurious hotels.

9. “Zeus” by Eminem

The song “Zeus” is from Eminem’s 2020 studio album, Music to be Murdered By.

Rapper White Gold is also in the song, which starts with Eminem apologizing to Rihanna for a particular recording that got out.

This influential song ends with a political statement about the police’s abuse of black Americans.

10. “Zorro’s Ascent” by Alice Cooper

In this song, Alice Cooper sings about the popular Spanish hero, Zorro.

This slow rock song will take you back to the time when Zorro fought criminals and saved lives.

To top it all off, Alice imitates the different characters and sings in their voices.

11. “Zaar” by Peter Gabriel

The British rock singer released “Zaar” on his solo album Passion: Music for the Last Temptation of Christ.

“Zaar” is an instrumental song that highlights the multicultural influences in Peter Gabriel’s music.

Martin Scorcese featured the album in a movie of the same name, and it also won a Grammy for best new age album in 1990.

12. “Zanzibar” by Billy Joel

“Zanzibar” is a song that initially appeared on Billy Joel’s 1978 album 52nd Street. 

Billy Joel also featured the song on several live albums.

The song “Zanzibar” has several themes, including the singer’s attempt to seduce a waitress and his love of sports and alcohol.

The song’s lyrics make several references to contemporary sportsmen, such as heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali, baseball player Pete Rose, and the New York Yankees team, who were world champions at the time.

13. “Zebras and Airplanes” by Alicia Keys

Alicia Keys got her inspiration from a painting for the song “Zebras and Airplanes.”

The song starts with a simple piano melody, which builds into a soaring hook as Alicia’s powerful vocals come in.

The lyrics are about overcoming adversity and never giving up on your dreams.

It’s a reminder that no matter how difficult things may seem, we can all overcome anything if we stay strong and never give up.

This song was not featured on any of Alicia’s studio albums and was instead released on her website in 2014.

14. “Zebulon” by Rufus Wainwright

This song by Wainwright is featured on his 2010 album All Days Are Nights: Songs for Lulu.

The song debuted at number four on the 2010 Canadian Top Charts.

Wainwright wrote this song as his mother, Kate McGarrigle, battled cancer at Montreal’s Royal Victoria Hospital.

The song’s topic isn’t just about his mother’s illness; it also talks about several other memories.

15. “Zephyrus” by Bloc Party

“Zephyrus” is a song by English rock band Bloc Party, released as the second single from their fourth studio album, The Nextwave Sessions.

The song was written by Kele Okereke and Justin Harris and produced by Alex Newport.

“Zephyrus” is a calm, moody song with a simple arrangement of guitars, keyboards, and drums.

The song’s lyrics deal with the feeling of being alone and lost in the world.

16. “Zillionaire” by Flo Rida

“Zillionaire” is a rap song about the life of a wealthy person.

The lyrics talk about all the nice things a billionaire can buy, like private jets, yachts, expensive cars, and jewelry.

The song is seen as a celebration of wealth and success, and it is often played at parties.

The song’s message is that it is possible to achieve anything if you have enough money, and this can be a motivating factor for people who are trying to make more money.

17. “ZEZE” by Kodak Black ft. Offset & Travis Scott

“ZEZE” was released in October 2018 as the lead single from Kodak Black’s second studio album, Dying to Live.

The song features a verse from Travis Scott and production from Rex Kudo, Cubeatz, and Mike Dean.

The song ranked second on the US Billboard Hot 100 and was certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

The song also topped the Canadian Top 100 chart.

The song regained popularity in 2020 when it served as the theme song for the TikTok ZEZE Challenge.

18. “Zero” by Imagine Dragons

“Zero” was written by the American pop-rock band Imagine Dragons and their producer John Hill.

It is featured as the second single from the band’s fourth studio album, Origins.

The song is an upbeat, anthemic track that features lead singer Dan Reynolds singing about hope and perseverance.

In 2018, “Zero” reached number nine on the US Billboard Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart.

This song was on the soundtrack for the Disney animated movie Ralph Breaks the Internet and in the second official trailer for it.

19.“Zim Zimma” by Joyner Lucas

“Zim Zimma” was released in 2021 and appears on Joyner’s album Evolution.

Joyner Lucas raps over a high-energy beat, doing the fast-paced, charismatic flow that he is known for.

The lyrics touch on themes of wealth, success, and determination, as well as the struggles that come with fame.

20. “Zero and Blind Terry” by Bruce Springsteen

Bruce Springsteen wrote the song “Zero and Blind Terry” in 1998.

It was first released as part of the Box Set Tracks album. 

The song primarily tells the story of a girl who is in love with a boy.

The boy’s father, who disapproved of the relationship, ordered the police to kill the boy.

21. “Zero” by Chris Brown

Chris Brown put out “Zero” as a single in 2015, and it was also on his seventh studio album, Royalty.

The song features an uptempo beat and Brown’s smooth vocals and has been described as a fun club track with a catchy hook.

The lyrics talk about being in a state of numbness and feeling like nothing matters after a breakup or losing someone special.

The song reached number 80 on the Billboard Hot 100.

22. “Zero The Hero” by Black Sabbath

This song is about a wealthy person who feels like he hasn’t achieved much in his life.

He is a musician who performs the least appealing and edgy songs and will never get to where the “heroes” are.

The song was covered by Cannibal Corpse and served as a major source of inspiration for the hit song “Paradise City” by Guns ‘N Roses.

23. “Zoe Jane” by Staind

“Zoe Jane” was released as a single from the band’s 2003 album 14 Shades of Grey.

The song was written by lead singer Aaron Lewis and has been described as a ballad with emotional lyrics.

“Zoe Jane” was a tribute to his daughter, Zoe Jane Lewis, who was born on the day that Layne Staley, the late lead singer of Alice in Chains, passed away.

It discusses how he felt about always being on the go and missing Zoe’s early years.

24. “Zombie Stomp” by Ozzy Osbourne

In this song, Ozzy Osbourne talks about people who are dealing with the side effects of drugs.

The “Zombie Stomp” in this context refers to the intoxicated walk that people take when intoxicated.

He says the walk is dangerous because it is similar to walking on thin ice.

25. “Zoosk Girl” by Flo Rida ft. T-Pain

“Zoosk Girl” is a popular club song that praises the Zoosk dating app.

In the song, Flo Rida brags about his matches with “baddies.”

The two rap artists rap about how easy it is to get the girl they want due to their fame.

The song includes a reference to the app’s feature of sending virtual gifts, and it also mentions other dating apps, like Tinder.

26. “Zak and Sara” by Ben Folds

“Zak and Sara” is a fun indie rock song that tells the tale of two young lovers. 

It centers on a couple who were teenagers in the 1980s and what was happening in their lives.

Sara is dealing with her “spells,” in which she would hear voices speaking to her and would be able to predict the future.

27. “Zoo Station” by U2

“Zoo Station” is a song by the Irish rock band U2 and was included in the 1991 album Achtung Baby.

The song has a strong electronic and industrial sound, which shows how the band tried out different kinds of music in the early 1990s.

It was a departure from U2’s previously more guitar-driven sound and marked a change in direction for the band.

Lead singer, Bono, was inspired to write the lyrics after hearing a story about Berlin during World War II.

It discusses how an overnight bombing damaged the zoo and allowed animals to escape and roam into the city.

28. “Zoom-Zoom-Zoom” by Serapis Bey 

“Zoom-Zoom-Zoom” by Serapis Bey was written for the 1993 movie Only the Strong, and it was used as the movie soundtrack.

The song’s title refers to the sound of a speeding train, and the lyrics tell the story of a man who is haunted by the memory of a woman he once loved.

The woman is now married to another man, and the man is left to wonder what could have been.

29. “Zeros and Ones” by Jesus Jones

“Zeroes and Ones” was released in 1991 by the British rock band Jesus Jones as the third single from the album Perverse.

This popular song talks about binary numbers, zeroes, and ones, as well as technology and the impact of computers on society. 

The lyrics show how enlightened the band was about how quickly technology changed in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

30. “Zorba’s Dance” by LCD

“Zorba Dance” is a famous Greek song by Mikis Theodorakis, which is often associated with the 1964 film of the same name.

LCD stands for “Large Cool Dudes” and their only hit was this Europop version of the Greek song “Zorba Dance”. 

The music video is made with computerized animation and features a band of men performing the song.

Songs Starting With Z – Final Thoughts

In conclusion, the top 30 songs starting with Z showcase the diversity of music and the creativity of artists.

The letter “Z” may be at the end of the alphabet, but these songs prove that they can also be at the forefront of musical creativity and excellence.

Each of these songs has its own unique style, story, and message, making them memorable and timeless.

Whether you’re looking for a new playlist to add to your collection or just want to explore the many songs that start with Z, this list is a great place to start.

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Will, the founder of MIDDER, is a multifaceted individual with a deep passion for music and personal finance. As a self-proclaimed music and personal finance geek, he has a keen eye for futuristic technologies, especially those that empower creators and the public.

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