25 Best Songs with a Color in the Title: A Vibrant Playlist

Updated at: 28/03/2025

Music has a remarkable ability to evoke emotion and paint vivid pictures in our minds, and few things do this quite like songs that use color in their titles. This isn't just a quirky coincidence; the strategic use of color often adds depth and symbolism to a song, enhancing its impact. We've compiled a list of some of the most iconic tracks that cleverly incorporate colors into their names, a testament to the power of music's evocative language. This collection isn't just about nostalgia; it's about celebrating the enduring power of these songs, highlighting the artists’ creative genius, and introducing them to a new generation of listeners who might have missed out on their impact. From anthemic rock anthems to soulful ballads and hip-hop hits, the spectrum of sounds represented here is as rich and diverse as the colors themselves.

This curated list aims to showcase the brilliant artistry involved in capturing the essence of color through music. Each song on this list, from the emotionally resonant melancholia of certain tracks to the energetic intensity of others, demonstrates a masterclass in songwriting and production. Prepare to be transported to different sonic landscapes, each colored by the distinct artistry and vision of its creator; to rediscover classics and perhaps uncover some hidden gems that have stood the test of time, continuing to resonate with listeners across generations. We invite you to explore this collection and let the music paint your own unique soundscape.

  • Yellow
    1

    Yellow

    Coldplay

    2000

    Parachutes

  • Back In Black
    2

    Back In Black

    AC/DC

    1980

    Back In Black

  • Black Betty
    3

    Black Betty

    Ram Jam

    1977

    Ram Jam

  • Gold Digger
    4

    Gold Digger

    Kanye West,Jamie Foxx

    2005

    Late Registration

  • Purple Rain
    5

    Purple Rain

    Prince

    1984

    Purple Rain

  • Red Red Wine
    6

    Red Red Wine

    UB40

    1983

    Tracy Chapman

  • Black Velvet
    7

    Black Velvet

    Alannah Myles

    1989

    Alannah Myles

  • Brown Eyed Girl
    8

    Brown Eyed Girl

    Van Morrison

    1967

    Blowin' Your Mind!

  • Yellow Submarine
    9

    Yellow Submarine

    The Beatles

    1966

  • White Rabbit
    10

    White Rabbit

    Jefferson Airplane

    1967

    Let It Bleed

  • White Wedding
    11

    White Wedding

    Billy Idol

    1982

    Billy Idol

  • Blue Christmas
    12

    Blue Christmas

    Elvis Presley

    1957

    Elvis' Christmas Album

  • Red
    13

    Red

    Taylor Swift

    2012

  • Green Light
    14

    Green Light

    John Legend,André 3000

    2008

    Evolver

  • Blackbird
    15

    Blackbird

    The Beatles

    1968

    The Beatles (Remastered)

  • Lady in Red
    16

    Lady in Red

    Chris de Burgh

    1986

  • Pink
    17

    Pink

    Aerosmith

    1997

    Nine Lives

  • Blue Moon
    18

    Blue Moon

    The Marcels

    1961

  • Orange Crush
    19

    Orange Crush

    R.E.M.

    1988

  • Black Magic Woman
    20

    Black Magic Woman

    Santana

    1970

    Supernatural (Remastered)

  • Blue Jean
    21

    Blue Jean

    David Bowie

    1984

  • Green Onions
    22

    Green Onions

    Booker T. , The M.G.'s

    1962

  • Pink Panther Theme
    23

    Pink Panther Theme

    Henry Mancini

    1963

  • Blue Bayou
    24

    Blue Bayou

    Roy Orbison

    1963

    In Dreams

  • Blue Suede Shoes
    25

    Blue Suede Shoes

    Elvis Presley

    1956