78 Songs About People (Pop, Rap & More)
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I. Country Songs About People
1. See You Again by Carrie Underwood
The song is about a woman who is reflecting on a past relationship. She is thinking about how things ended and how she has moved on. She is hoping to see her former lover again, but she knows that it is unlikely.
2. The Gambler by Kenny Rogers
1. “The Boy with the Thorn In His Side” by The Smiths
2. “Billie Jean” by Michael Jackson
3. “Smells Like Teen Spirit” by Nirvana
4. “I Will Always Love You” by Whitney Houston
5. “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen
3. There You’ll Be by Faith Hill
The song is about a woman looking back on her life and all of the defining moments, both good and bad. She reflects on how she would not be the person she is today without those experiences. In the end, she thanks the one person who has always been there for her, her husband.
4. He Stopped Loving Her Today by George Jones
The song is about a man who loved a woman who didn’t love him back. He stopped loving her today and is now content knowing that she will never be able to hurt him again.
5. I Will Always Love You by Dolly Parton
The song is about a woman’s love for a man who is leaving her. She tells him that she will always love him, no matter what.
6. If You’re Reading This by Tim McGraw
The song is about a soldier who is writing a letter to his loved ones in case he dies in battle. He talks about how much he loves them and how proud he is to be fighting for his country.
7. I Can’t Help Falling in Love With You by Elvis Presley
The song is a ballad about being hopelessly in love and wanting to spend the rest of one’s life with the object of their affections.
8. Over You by Miranda Lambert
The song is about a woman who is trying to get over her ex-boyfriend. She is trying to move on with her life, but she is still thinking about him. She is trying to be strong, but she is still hurting.
9. Love Me Tender by Elvis Presley, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
The song is a ballad about love and devotion, with Elvis Presley’s voice sounding both tender and longing. The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra provides a beautiful and emotive accompaniment, with the strings in particular adding to the sense of yearning in the song.
10. Travelin’ Soldier by The Chicks
The song is about a young love between a soldier and a girl he meets at a bar. They spend a night together and he has to leave the next morning to go back to his base. The girl is left wondering if she’ll ever see him again.
11. Don’t Close Your Eyes by Keith Whitley
The song is about a man who is begging his lover not to close her eyes, because he is afraid he will lose her if she does. He is begging her to stay with him and keep their love alive.
12. Go Rest High on That Mountain by Vince Gill
The song is a ballad about a person who has died and gone to heaven. The singer reflects on all the good times they had together and how much they miss them. They take comfort in knowing that their loved one is now in a better place.
13. Go Rest High On That Mountain by Vince Gill
The song is about a person who has died and gone to heaven. The singer is telling the person that they did not die in vain, and that they are now in a better place.
14. I Hope You Dance by Lee Ann Womack, Sons of the Desert
I Hope You Dance is a song about living life to the fullest and taking advantage of every opportunity that comes your way. The song is sung from the perspective of a parent who is telling their child to never give up and to always keep fighting for what they want in life. No matter what happens, the parent wants their child to know that they will always be there for them.
15. Bless the Broken Road by Rascal Flatts
The song is about a man looking back on his life and all the mistakes he has made. He is thankful for all the people who have helped him along the way, even though he has not always been the best to them.
16. Love Me Tender by Elvis Presley, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
The song is a ballad about love and devotion, with Elvis Presley’s voice sounding both tender and longing. The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra provides a beautiful and emotive accompaniment, with the strings in particular adding to the sense of yearning in the song.
17. I Hope You Dance by Lee Ann Womack, Sons of the Desert
I Hope You Dance is a song about living life to the fullest and taking advantage of every opportunity that comes your way. The song is sung from the perspective of a parent who is telling their child to never give up and to always keep fighting for what they want in life. No matter what happens, the parent wants their child to know that they will always be there for them.
II. R&B Songs About People
1. I Can’t Stand the Rain by Ann Peebles
The song is about a woman who is fed up with her lover’s infidelity and she can’t stand the rain because it reminds her of him.
2. Waterfalls by TLC
Waterfalls is a song about a young woman’s descent into drug dealing and the dangers that come with it. The song is narrated by her mother, who pleads with her to stop before she gets in too deep.
3. The Boy Is Mine by Monica, Brandy
The song is about two women who are fighting over a man. They both claim that the man is theirs, and they are not willing to let him go.
4. I Believe I Can Fly by R. Kelly
The song is about believing in oneself and having the confidence to achieve anything. Despite the challenges and obstacles one may face, the song instills the hope that anything is possible if you have faith in yourself.
5. I’ll Be Missing You by Faith Evans, Sean Combs
The song is a tribute to Evans’ late husband, rapper The Notorious B.I.G., who was shot and killed in 1997. The song samples The Police’s song “Every Breath You Take,” and features Combs singing the hook. The song was a huge hit, reaching #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and winning a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group.
6. Let’s Stay Together by Al Green
The song is about a couple who are in love and want to stay together forever. The man is telling the woman that he will always love her and wants to be with her forever.
7. Stand By Me by Ben E. King
The song is about a man who is telling his woman that she can always rely on him, no matter what happens. He will always be there for her.
8. Love and Happiness by Al Green
The song is about the joys and happiness that love brings. It talks about how love is the key to happiness and how it can make all the difference in the world.
9. No Scrubs by TLC
“No Scrubs” is a song recorded by American girl group TLC, for their third studio album FanMail (1999). It was released as the album’s lead single on January 23, 1999, by LaFace Records. The song was written by band member Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes with Marqueze Etheridge and Kandi Burruss, and produced by Lopes. The song’s themes of female empowerment led to it becoming an anthem amongst young women in the late 1990s. The song is built around a sample of “Waterfalls” by English rock band Radiohead.
“No Scrubs” was met with critical acclaim upon release, with many critics praising the song’s themes of female empowerment and its catchy hook. The song became a worldwide commercial success, peaking at number one in more than eight countries, including the United States, Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom. In the United States, the song became TLC’s fourth number-one single and spent four weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100, making it the longest-running number-one single of 1999. Internationally, the song topped the charts in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom, and peaked within the top ten of the charts in several other countries, including Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and Switzerland.
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10. Cry Me a River by Justin Timberlake
The song is about a break-up and how Timberlake is feeling about it. He talks about how he was hurt and how he wants revenge.
11. I’ll Be There by The Jackson 5
The song is about a lover who is willing to do anything for their partner. They will be there for them no matter what.
12. Apologize by Timbaland
The song is about a man who is apologizing to a woman for his wrongdoings. He is asking for her forgiveness and begging her to stay.
13. Never Can Say Goodbye by The Jackson 5
The song is about a young man who is in love with a girl but knows that their relationship has to end. He tells her that he will never be able to forget her and will always love her.
14. You Are the Sunshine of My Life by Stevie Wonder
The song is about a man who is madly in love with a woman and she is the sunshine of his life. He talks about how she brings light into his life and makes him happy.
15. Superstition by Stevie Wonder
The song is about a man who is superstitious and believes in many old wives’ tales. He is worried about things that might happen to him, such as crossing a black cat’s path or walking under a ladder.
16. I Wish by Stevie Wonder
The song is about a young boy who wishes he could have all the things that he sees other kids with. He wishes he could have a bike, a new pair of shoes, and a toy truck. He also wishes he could go to the circus and see the animals.
17. Isn’t She Lovely by Stevie Wonder
“Isn’t She Lovely” is a song by Stevie Wonder, from his 1976 album Songs in the Key of Life. The song is a celebration of the birth of Wonder’s daughter, Aisha Morris. The lyrics express Wonder’s joy at the miracle of his daughter’s birth, and the music is upbeat and positive. The song was a hit, reaching number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
18. Lean on Me by Bill Withers
The song is about offering support to someone during difficult times. It talks about how we all need someone to lean on occasionally, and how important it is to have someone to rely on.
19. All of Me by John Legend
The song is about a person who is madly in love with another person and is willing to give everything they have to make the relationship work.
20. I’ll Be Missing You by Faith Evans, Sean Combs
The song is a tribute to Evans’ late husband, rapper The Notorious B.I.G., who was shot and killed in 1997. The song samples The Police’s song “Every Breath You Take,” and features Combs singing the hook. The song was a huge hit, reaching #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and winning a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group.
21. The Boy Is Mine by Monica, Brandy
The song is about two women who are fighting over a man. They both claim that the man is theirs, and they are not willing to let him go.
III. Rock Songs About People
1. Have You Ever Really Loved a Woman by Bryan Adams
The song is about a man who is trying to figure out if he has ever really loved a woman. He asks himself if he has ever truly been in love, and if he has ever really understood what love is. He wonders if he has ever truly been able to give himself to someone else, and if he has ever been able to love someone unconditionally.
2. Satisfaction by The Rolling Stones
The Rolling Stones song “Satisfaction” is a song about a man who is not content with his life and is looking for something more. He is not satisfied with his job, his relationships, or anything else in his life. The only thing that seems to make him happy is his money. He is always looking for new ways to make more money and he is never satisfied with what he has.
3. Can’t Fight This Feeling by Speedwagon
This song is about a guy who is in love with a girl but is too afraid to tell her. He knows that he can’t fight his feelings for her and eventually gives in.
4. I Can’t Get No Satisfaction by The Rolling Stones
The song is about a man who is trying to find satisfaction in life but is unable to do so. He is looking for satisfaction in all the wrong places and is not able to find it.
5. I’ll Be There For You by The Rembrandts
The song is about a friends being there for each other through thick and thin. No matter what happens in life, they will always be there for each other.
6. Paint It, Black by The Rolling Stones
The song is about a man who is struggling to deal with the loss of his lover. He is consumed by grief and he wants the world to be painted black so that he can forget about the pain.
7. Chasing Cars by Snow Patrol
The song is about a person who is in love with someone who is unattainable. The person is trying to figure out what to do and how to tell the object of their affection how they feel.
8. Sympathy for the Devil by The Rolling Stones
The song is told from the perspective of Satan, who sympathizes with humans and their struggles. He talks about how he has been around for centuries, and has seen humans at their worst and their best. He talks about how humans are capable of great evil, but also great good. In the end, he says that he will be there for humans until the end of time.
9. Brown Sugar by The Rolling Stones
The song is about a man who is addicted to a woman who is a drug dealer. The woman is brown sugar and the man is addicted to her.
10. Jumpin’ Jack Flash by The Rolling Stones
The song is about a man who is down on his luck and is saved by a woman who is “like a burning flame.”
11. Honky Tonk Women by The Rolling Stones
The song is about a man who is trying to forget about a woman he’s been seeing at a honky tonk bar. He’s trying to drink away the memories, but they keep coming back to him.
12. Start Me Up by The Rolling Stones
The song is about a relationship that is starting to heat up. The woman in the song is telling the man that she is ready for him and she is not going to play games. She is saying that she is open and available for him.
13. You Can’t Always Get What You Want by The Rolling Stones
The song is about how sometimes you can’t get what you want in life, but you should keep trying anyway.
14. Angie by The Rolling Stones
The song is about a man who is deeply in love with a woman named Angie. He is heartbroken and feels lost without her. The song is a plea for her to come back to him.
15. I’ll Be There For You by The Rembrandts
The song is about a friends being there for each other through thick and thin. No matter what happens in life, they will always be there for each other.
16. Have You Ever Really Loved a Woman by Bryan Adams
The song is about a man who is trying to figure out if he has ever really loved a woman. He asks himself if he has ever truly been in love, and if he has ever really understood what love is. He wonders if he has ever truly been able to give himself to someone else, and if he has ever been able to love someone unconditionally.
17. Chasing Cars by Snow Patrol
The song is about a person who is in love with someone who is unattainable. The person is trying to figure out what to do and how to tell the object of their affection how they feel.
IV. Rap Songs About People
1. I’m Different by 2 Chainz
The song is about 2 Chainz being different from other rappers. He talks about how he is from the hood but has made it out and is now successful. He also talks about how he is not like other rappers who talk about drugs and violence, but instead he is about making money and being fly.
2. Tom Ford by Jay-Z
The song is about Jay-Z’s love for the high-end fashion designer Tom Ford. He talks about how he loves the way Tom Ford makes him feel, and how he loves the way his clothes make him look. He also talks about how he is willing to spend a lot of money on Tom Ford’s clothes, because they make him feel so good.
3. No Flex Zone by Rae Sremmurd
The song is about not being afraid to show off your success, and not being humble about it. It’s about being proud of what you’ve accomplished and not caring what others think.
4. The People by Common
The song is about the power of the people and how they can make a difference. It talks about how the people can come together and make change happen.
5. All Me by Drake
The song is about Drake’s success and how he’s achieved it through hard work and dedication. He talks about how he’s always hustling and grinding, and how he’s never been afraid to take risks. He also talks about how he’s always been true to himself and how he’s never let anyone else control his life.
6. I’ll Be Missing You by Faith Evans, Sean Combs
The song is a tribute to Evans’ late husband, rapper The Notorious B.I.G., who was shot and killed in 1997. The song samples The Police’s song “Every Breath You Take,” and features Combs singing the hook. The song was a huge hit, reaching #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and winning a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group.
7. Fallen Soldiers by Cormega
The song is a tribute to Cormega’s fallen friends and comrades, and is a somber and introspective look at the loss of life in the street. It is a reminder that despite the hardships of life in the inner city, there are still those who are fighting for something better.
8. I Don’t Like by Chief Keef
The song is about Keef’s hatred for a number of things, including school, the police, and people who don’t like him.
9. Bad Blood by Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift
The song is about two friends who have a falling out and become enemies.
10. Rich Forever by Rick Ross
The song is about Rick Ross’ wealth and success. He talks about how he has made his money and how he plans to continue to make more money. He also talks about how he is going to help other people achieve their own wealth and success.
11. Ballin’ by T.I.
T.I.’s song ‘Ballin’ is about living a life of luxury and excess. The song talks about how T.I. has made it to the top and how he’s going to enjoy his success. The song also talks about how T.I. is going to continue to work hard and make sure that he stays on top.
12. I’ma Boss by Meek Mill
The song is about Meek Mill’s success as a rapper and his determination to achieve more. He talks about how he’s grinded his way to the top and how he’s not going to let anyone stop him. He also takes shots at his haters, saying that they’re just jealous of his success.
13. No Lie by 2 Chainz
“No Lie” is a song by American rapper 2 Chainz, released as the lead single from his debut studio album Based on a T.R.U. Story (2012). The song features Canadian rapper Drake and was produced by Mike Will Made It. The song peaked at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100.
14. Started from the Bottom by Drake
The song is about how Drake started from the bottom and worked his way up to the top. He talks about how he was never given anything and had to work hard for everything he has.
15. Y.N.R.E by ASAP Mob
ASAP Mob is a rap group from New York City. Their song “Y.N.R.E” is about their home city. They rap about the different boroughs of New York and how each one is unique. They also talk about the struggles of growing up in the city and how they’ve overcome them.
16. Y.N.R.E by ASAP Mob
ASAP Mob is a rap group from New York City. Their song “Y.N.R.E” is about their home city. They rap about the different boroughs of New York and how each one is unique. They also talk about the struggles of growing up in the city and how they’ve overcome them.
17. I’ll Be Missing You by Faith Evans, Sean Combs
The song is a tribute to Evans’ late husband, rapper The Notorious B.I.G., who was shot and killed in 1997. The song samples The Police’s song “Every Breath You Take,” and features Combs singing the hook. The song was a huge hit, reaching #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and winning a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group.
18. Bad Blood by Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift
The song is about two friends who have a falling out and become enemies.
19. Ballin’ by T.I.
T.I.’s song ‘Ballin’ is about living a life of luxury and excess. The song talks about how T.I. has made it to the top and how he’s going to enjoy his success. The song also talks about how T.I. is going to continue to work hard and make sure that he stays on top.
V. Pop Songs About People
1. Bad Blood by Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift
The song is about two friends who have a falling out and become enemies.
2. My Heart Will Go On by Celine Dion
The song is about a love that never dies, even though the person is gone. The singer is talking about how her heart will always love the person and how they will never forget them.
3. I’m Yours by Jason Mraz
The song is about a guy who is telling a girl that he is hers and she can have him anytime she wants. He is saying that he is not perfect, but he is perfect for her. He is also saying that he will never leave her and that he will always be there for her.
4. You’ve Got a Friend by Carole King
The song is about the value of having a true friend, someone who will always be there for you no matter what. It is a song of comfort and reassurance, telling the listener that they are never alone as long as they have a friend.
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