Top 10 Best Songs by Lewis Capaldi

His absolute magnum opus. The moment the silence falls before the final chorus and he delivers "And then you pulled the rug," is magical.

The song connects young and old through sheer simplicity and devastating emotion. One of the most streamed songs of all time, and rightfully so.

A deeply personal song about the suicide of his aunt. The question "Was there something I could have said?" cuts through the soul. The melody is beautiful and melancholic.

Despite the heavy subject matter, the chorus is incredibly catchy. The buildup to the climax is compelling. It's a song of grief and guilt that has brought comfort to millions.

A tearjerker of the highest order. It's about watching your ex with someone else and painfully having to accept that they're happy. The chorus melody shoots up high.

The video (about the dog) made the song extra emotional. Capaldi sings his lungs out. It's the ultimate song about letting go out of love, even though it hurts.

A lesser-known gem, but interesting in production with the modern, almost trap-like beat in the background. The atmosphere is dark and nocturnal.

Capaldi sings here with lots of "grain" on his voice. It's about the moment you realize that "forever" won't happen. A modern ballad with a sharp edge.

His very first single that went viral on Spotify immediately. It's bare and raw: just piano and that enormous voice. It's about the scars that remain after a relationship.

The vocal performance is impressive; he goes from whispering low to screaming high. It's the blueprint for his later success: pure emotion without distraction.

Co-written by Ed Sheeran, and you hear that in the rhythmic buildup and melody. It's a love song about unconditional dedication.

The piano hops and Capaldi sounds in love instead of broken. "Everything is pointless without you." It's a warm, positive song that shows he can also sing about happiness.

The comeback single that sounds like a modern version of Wham!'s "Club Tropicana," but with sad lyrics. The tempo is high and the atmosphere is summery.

Capaldi sings about the fear that his ex has completely forgotten him. The contrast between the happy, upbeat music and the insecure lyrics is brilliant. A perfect radio song.

A song about the painful situation where you know the other person no longer loves you, but you still want to hold them for a moment. The production is fuller, with guitars and drums.

The emotion in his voice is palpable. "I wish you cared a little less." It captures perfectly the despair of being the "second choice." A powerful sing-along.

A somewhat cheerier sounding song in his repertoire, with a rhythm that invites clapping. The chorus is grand and soulful, showcasing his vocal strength well.

Despite the upbeat character, the song is about the near-end of a relationship. Capaldi pleads for mercy, but does so with an energy that feels hopeful. A live favorite.

"Survive" is a powerful and emotional song by Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi, released on 27 June 2025. It was his very first new music after a break of a year and a half during which he worked on his health.

"Survive" is a powerful and emotional song by Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi, released on 27 June 2025. It was his very first new music after a break of a year and a half during which he worked on his health.