10 Iconic Songs by Capricorn Artists That Capture the Sign’s Spirit

Capricorn is known as the hardest worker of the zodiac, with an all-work-and-no-play attitude that proves they know how to get things done.

Of course, that doesn't mean they can't also be incredibly creative. In fact, Capricorns (born between Dec. 21 and Jan. 20) who dedicate themselves to music are some of the most talented singers, instrumentalists, songwriters and producers out there. Their dedication to the craft knows no bounds—and it shows in everything they release. Below, we've shared 10 iconic songs by Capricorn artists that distill the very essence of the sign.

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ZAYN – 'Dusk Till Dawn'

Capricorn is an earth sign, reflecting their groundedness and dedication, and ZAYN's "DUSK Till Dawn" featuring Sia perfectly reflects that powerful sense of loyalty. It's about two people who are ready to give their everything to make their relationship thrive, even in the face of adversity, with a thrilling sound reflecting that struggle and eventual triumph.

 

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JENNIE – 'Mantra'

Leave it to a Capricorn like BLACKPINK's JENNIE to come right out and announce her intentions as an artist with "Mantra." The song is a bold declaration of confidence, energy, authenticity and empowerment, showcasing how hard she's worked so far, and paving the way for whatever comes next.

 

Noah Kahan – 'Stick Season'

There's something about Noah Kahan's nostalgic, folksy sound and lyrical storytelling that's quintessentially Capricorn in and of itself, and that's evident on his hit single "Stick Season." It weaves a striking story of isolation and heartbreak even as it serves as a love letter to his home state, with the skeletal bareness of the land at the end of the year reflecting his internal struggle.

 

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Dolly Parton – 'I Will Always Love You'

Dolly Parton is a Capricorn icon whose musical career has been going strong for more than 60 years. We don't know if there will ever be a love song as heartbreaking and poignant as "I Will Always Love You." It shares a striking story of love and letting go, and the fact that she wrote this song on the same day as "Jolene" continues to astound us, reminding us she's always been one of the hardest-working women in music.

 

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Meghan Trainor – 'NO'

Meghan Trainor is precisely the type of artist who can get told her music isn't good or catchy enough and use it to inspire an anthem like "NO." We consider that peak Capricorn behavior, as she's put her all into the song, channeling frustration and a feeling of rejection into a  confident R&B bop about knowing your own worth.

 

John Legend – 'Ordinary People'

John Legend has a completely original approach to writing love songs, and his Capricorn traits are especially clear in "Ordinary People." Instead of focusing on all things lovey-dovey, it dives in the reality of relationships, and how once the honeymoon phase ends, they're all about hard work, compromise and remembering you're both just human beings. It's a dose of reality in a way that's also quite romantic in that special Capricorn kind of way.

 

Reneé Rapp – 'Talk Too Much'

Thought we tend to focus on Capricorn's work ethic and ambition, they can also be big overthinkers who tend to be pessimistic in relationships. That reflects very much in Reneé Rapp's "Talk Too Much," a song about self-sabotage in love when things are otherwise going great.

 

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Louis Tomlinson – 'Two of Us'

We're not at all surprised that two of the five members of One Direction were hard-working Capricorns, as Louis Tomlinson also falls under the sign. His heartbreaking ballad "Two of Us" serves as an ode to his late mother while sharing a story of love and perseverance, no matter how hard things get. Capricorn is also a very traditional sign that values remembering the past, just as this song does.

 

Ellie Goulding – 'Anything Could Happen'

A Capricorn's will can make even the seemingly impossible into reality, and when we listen to Ellie Goulding's "Anything Could Happen," we feel empowered to do the same. It's infectiously upbeat and inspiring with a unique sound that's still as impactful today as it was when it first released 12 years ago.

 

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Lola Young – 'FAKE'

Above most other things, Capricorns are stubborn and care deeply about being true to themselves. Unless it's absolutely essential to making their dreams come true, they're boldly authentic, as reflected in Lola Young's "FAKE." Despite being showered in other people's opinions and expectations, she decides she's better off on her own without the fakeness, instead sticking to her truth.

 

For more on the sign, click HERE to read 20 powerful Capricorn quotes that capture the spirit of the season.