From Zombie to Ziggy: The Ultimate Guide to the Best “Z” Song Titles in Music History

When building the ultimate playlist, curation usually starts with vibe, genre, or era. But every once in a while, a fun typographic constraint—like building a playlist entirely around a single letter of the alphabet—results in an unexpectedly brilliant listening journey.

If you are looking at the final letter of the English alphabet, you might initially wonder if there’s enough material to sustain a great playlist. As it turns out, the letter Z punches well above its weight class. From timeless rock anthems and avant-garde jazz to heavy metal classics and indie pop earworms, “Z” song titles span decades and genres with surprising flair.