75 Songs About Science (Pop, Rap & More)

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75 Songs About Science (Pop, Rap & More)

I. Christian Songs About Science

1. I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles) by The Proclaimers

Artist: The Proclaimers
Album: Hollywood Soundtracks
Year: 1987

The song is about a man who is willing to walk 500 miles to be with the woman he loves. He is determined to make the journey, no matter what the obstacles, and he is sure that he will be happy when he finally arrives at her side.

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II. Country Songs About Science

1. The Middle by Zedd, Maren Morris, and Grey

Artist: Zedd, Maren Morris, and Grey
Album:
Year:

The Middle is a song about a relationship that is in a difficult situation. The song is about two people who are struggling to communicate and connect with each other. The song is about the feeling of being stuck in the middle of a relationship and not knowing what to do.

2. The Times They Are A-Changin’ by Bob Dylan

Artist: Bob Dylan
Album: The Times They Are a-Changin’
Year: 1964

The song is about how the world is constantly changing and how people need to change with it. Dylan sings about how the old ways of doing things are no longer effective and how people need to adapt to the new ways. He also talks about how the future is always unknown and how people need to be prepared for it.

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3. I Believe in a Thing Called Love by The Darkness, Darkness

Artist: The Darkness, Darkness
Album: Permission to Land
Year: 2003

The Darkness is a British rock band formed in 2000. The song “I Believe in a Thing Called Love” was released in 2003 as their debut single, and it became a surprise hit. The song is about a man who is head-over-heels in love with a woman, and he is willing to do anything to make her love him back.

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III. R&B Songs About Science

1. Rocket Man by Elton John

Artist: Elton John
Album:
Year:

The song is about a man who is sent to space and is lonely. He misses his family and friends, and he wants to go home.

2. Girls Just Want To Have Fun by Cyndi Lauper

Artist: Cyndi Lauper
Album: She’s So Unusual
Year: 1983

The song ‘Girls Just Want To Have Fun’ is about how girls just want to have fun, and they don’t need a man to have a good time.

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3. I Will Survive by Gloria Gaynor

Artist: Gloria Gaynor
Album:
Year:

The song is about a woman who has been cheated on and left by her lover. She is heartbroken and devastated, but she finds the strength to pick herself up and move on. She realizes that she is better off without him and that she will survive.

4. All for Me by Mariah the Scientist

Artist: Mariah the Scientist
Album: RY RY WORLD
Year: 2021

The song is about a young girl’s journey to find her purpose in life. She starts out by trying to find her place in the world, but eventually realizes that she’s not quite sure what she wants to do with her life. She turns to her friends and family for guidance, but they all seem to be just as lost as she is. One day, she comes across a scientist who tells her that she has the potential to change the world. With that, she decides to become a scientist herself and dedicate her life to making a difference.

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5. The Sounds of Science by Beastie Boys

Artist: Beastie Boys
Album: Paul’s Boutique
Year: 1989

The song is about the sounds of science and how they can be used to create new things.

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6. Aura by Mariah the Scientist

Artist: Mariah the Scientist
Album: RY RY WORLD
Year: 2021

The song is about a girl who is in love with a boy who doesn’t love her back. She is trying to figure out why he doesn’t love her and what she can do to change that.

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7. Science & Faith by The Script

Artist: The Script
Album: Science & Faith
Year: 2010

Science & Faith is a song by The Script about the conflict between science and religion. The song is told from the perspective of someone who is struggling to reconcile their faith with their scientific knowledge. The song asks whether it is possible to have both science and faith, and whether they can coexist.

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8. RIP by Mariah the Scientist

Artist: Mariah the Scientist
Album: RY RY WORLD
Year: 2021

The song is about a girl who is in love with a boy who is in a relationship with someone else. The girl is trying to tell the boy that she loves him and she is willing to wait for him, but she is not sure if he feels the same way.

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9. Science by System of a Down

Artist: System of a Down
Album: Toxicity
Year: 2001

The song is about a person who is struggling in school and feeling lost. They feel like they are not smart enough and that their friends are all smarter than they are. They feel like they are failing and that they will never be able to catch up.

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10. Uptown Girl by Billy Joel

Artist: Billy Joel
Album: An Innocent Man
Year: 1983

The song is about a rich man who falls in love with a working-class woman. He is unsure if she will return his affections, but he is determined to try.

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IV. Rock Songs About Science

1. Rocket Man by Elton John

Artist: Elton John
Album:
Year:

The song is about a man who is sent to space and is lonely. He misses his family and friends, and he wants to go home.

2. I Believe in a Thing Called Love by The Darkness, Darkness

Artist: The Darkness, Darkness
Album: Permission to Land
Year: 2003

The Darkness is a British rock band formed in 2000. The song “I Believe in a Thing Called Love” was released in 2003 as their debut single, and it became a surprise hit. The song is about a man who is head-over-heels in love with a woman, and he is willing to do anything to make her love him back.

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3. Welcome to the Jungle by Guns N’ Roses

Artist: Guns N’ Roses
Album: Appetite for Destruction
Year:

The song is about a person who is new to the city and is experiencing all the negative aspects of it. They are overwhelmed by the pollution, the crime, and the poverty. They feel like they are in a jungle and are struggling to survive.

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4. Paradise City by Guns N’ Roses

Artist: Guns N’ Roses
Album: Appetite for Destruction
Year: 1987

The song is about a person who is down on their luck and is looking for a place to call home. They find themselves in a city that is full of sin and corruption, but they find a place to stay and make a new home.

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5. The Scientist by Coldplay

Artist: Coldplay
Album: A Rush of Blood to the Head
Year: 2002

The song is about a person who is reflecting on a failed relationship. The person is trying to figure out what went wrong and how to fix it.

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6. Stuck to You by Josh Ritter

Artist: Josh Ritter
Album: Josh Ritter
Year: 2000

The song is about a relationship that is not going well. The singer is stuck to the person he is with, even though he knows it is not working. He is trying to find a way to break free, but he can’t.

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7. The Elements (Song) by They Might Be Giants

Artist: They Might Be Giants
Album:
Year:

The song is a list of the elements in the periodic table set to music.

8. The Sounds of Science by Beastie Boys

Artist: Beastie Boys
Album: Paul’s Boutique
Year: 1989

The song is about the sounds of science and how they can be used to create new things.

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9. Science by They Might Be Giants

Artist: They Might Be Giants
Album:
Year:

The song is about a scientist who is trying to figure out how the world works. He is constantly asking questions and trying to find answers. He is never satisfied with just one answer and always wants to know more.

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10. Cosmogony by Björk

Artist: Björk
Album:
Year:

“Cosmogony” is a song by Icelandic singer Björk, released as the lead single from her eighth studio album, Biophilia, on 6 June 2011. The song was written by Björk, and produced by Björk and Alex Somers. “Cosmogony” is a song about the creation of the universe, and was inspired by a book about cosmology that Björk was reading at the time. The song received positive reviews from critics, who praised its ambition and Björk’s vocal performance.

11. Weird Science by Oingo Boingo

Artist: Oingo Boingo
Album: Dead Man’s Party
Year: 1985

The song is about a boy who uses science to create the perfect woman, but she ends up being too perfect and he can’t control her.

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12. Science Is Real by They Might Be Giants

Artist: They Might Be Giants
Album: Here Comes Science
Year: 2009

The song is about how science is real and how it can be used to explain the world around us. It also talks about how some people don’t believe in science and how they are wrong.

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13. Bodies by Drowning Pool

Artist: Drowning Pool
Album: Sinner
Year: 2001

The song is about a relationship that is in a downward spiral. The narrator is trying to hold on to the relationship, but it is clear that it is not going to work out. The chorus of the song is particularly powerful, with the lyrics “We’re all just bodies / We’re all just bodies in the end” repeated over and over. This is a song about the inevitability of relationships ending, and how we are all just “bodies in the end.”

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14. S.E.X by Nickelback

Artist: Nickelback
Album: Dark Horse
Year: 2008

The song is about the physical act of sex and the pleasure that comes with it. The lyrics are fairly explicit, describing the various positions and activities that can be enjoyed during sex. The overall message is that sex is a natural and enjoyable part of life, and there is nothing wrong with enjoying it.

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15. She Blinded Me With Science by Thomas Dolby

Artist: Thomas Dolby
Album: The Golden Age of Wireless
Year: 1982

The song is about a scientist who falls in love with a woman who is not interested in him. He uses his knowledge of science to try and woo her, but she is not impressed.

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16. Why Does the Sun Shine? (The Sun Is a Mass of Incandescent Gas) by They Might Be Giants

Artist: They Might Be Giants
Album: Severe Tire Damage
Year: 1998

The song is about the sun and how it is a mass of incandescent gas. The song asks why the sun shines and how it affects the Earth.

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V. Latest Songs About Science

1. The Molecular Shape of You by A Capella Science

Artist: A Capella Science
Album: The Molecular Shape of You
Year: 2017

This song is a parody of Ed Sheeran’s ‘Shape of You’, and is about the molecular structure of water. The lyrics are written in such a way that they are easy to understand, and provide a good introduction to the topic. The song is catchy and fun, and will definitely get stuck in your head!

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2. She Blinded Me With Science by Thomas Dolby

Artist: Thomas Dolby
Album: The Golden Age of Wireless
Year: 1982

The song is about a scientist who falls in love with a woman who is not interested in him. He uses his knowledge of science to try and woo her, but she is not impressed.

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3. A Star Is Born, Literally (Science Parody) by AsapSCIENCE

Artist: AsapSCIENCE
Album: A Star Is Born, Literally (Science Parody)
Year: 2019

The song ‘A Star Is Born, Literally (Science Parody)’ is a parody of the popular song ‘A Star Is Born’. In this version, the lyrics are about the science behind stars and how they are born. The song is sung by AsapSCIENCE, a YouTube channel that produces educational videos about science.

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4. Lonesome Friends of Science by John Prine

Artist: John Prine
Album: The Tree of Forgiveness
Year: 2018

The song is about a group of friends who are all scientists. They are all lonesome because they are always working and never have time for anything else.

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5. The History Of Everything by Barenaked Ladies

Artist: Barenaked Ladies
Album:
Year:

The song is a comical look at the history of the world from the perspective of a caveman. The song covers a wide range of topics from the creation of the universe to the present day. The song is sung in a fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek style that makes it both funny and educational.

6. Lab Rules (New Rules Science Parody) by AsapSCIENCE

Artist: AsapSCIENCE
Album: Lab Rules (New Rules Science Parody)
Year: 2018

The song ‘Lab Rules (New Rules Science Parody)’ is a parody of the song ‘New Rules’ by Dua Lipa. In the song, the AsapSCIENCE duo sing about the rules that should be followed in a laboratory, such as washing your hands, wearing gloves, and not eating in the lab.

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7. Cosmogony by Björk

Artist: Björk
Album:
Year:

“Cosmogony” is a song by Icelandic singer Björk, released as the lead single from her eighth studio album, Biophilia, on 6 June 2011. The song was written by Björk, and produced by Björk and Alex Somers. “Cosmogony” is a song about the creation of the universe, and was inspired by a book about cosmology that Björk was reading at the time. The song received positive reviews from critics, who praised its ambition and Björk’s vocal performance.

8. Meet the Elements by They Might Be Giants

Artist: They Might Be Giants
Album: Here Comes Science
Year:

The song ‘Meet the Elements’ is a fun and educational song by They Might Be Giants that introduces the listener to the periodic table of elements. The song is catchy and easy to follow, and it is a great way to learn about the different elements that make up our world.

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9. The Elements by Tom Lehrer

Artist: Tom Lehrer
Album:
Year:

The Elements is a song by Tom Lehrer which lists the chemical elements in order of atomic number. The song is set to the tune of the Major General’s Song from Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance.

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10. All for Me by Mariah the Scientist

Artist: Mariah the Scientist
Album: RY RY WORLD
Year: 2021

The song is about a young girl’s journey to find her purpose in life. She starts out by trying to find her place in the world, but eventually realizes that she’s not quite sure what she wants to do with her life. She turns to her friends and family for guidance, but they all seem to be just as lost as she is. One day, she comes across a scientist who tells her that she has the potential to change the world. With that, she decides to become a scientist herself and dedicate her life to making a difference.

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11. Aura by Mariah the Scientist

Artist: Mariah the Scientist
Album: RY RY WORLD
Year: 2021

The song is about a girl who is in love with a boy who doesn’t love her back. She is trying to figure out why he doesn’t love her and what she can do to change that.

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12. RIP by Mariah the Scientist

Artist: Mariah the Scientist
Album: RY RY WORLD
Year: 2021

The song is about a girl who is in love with a boy who is in a relationship with someone else. The girl is trying to tell the boy that she loves him and she is willing to wait for him, but she is not sure if he feels the same way.

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VI. Rap Songs About Science

1. Rocket Man by Elton John

Artist: Elton John
Album:
Year:

The song is about a man who is sent to space and is lonely. He misses his family and friends, and he wants to go home.

2. The Weight by The Band

Artist: The Band
Album:
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The Weight is a song written by Robbie Robertson and originally performed by The Band in 1968. The song is about a traveler who arrives in a small town and is asked to stay with a family there. The traveler is then asked to do various tasks for the family, including carrying their groceries and picking up their laundry. As the traveler does these things, he thinks about the people he has left behind and the things he has left undone. The song is about the choices we make in life and how they can weigh us down.

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3. Science Rap by Darius Benson

Artist: Darius Benson
Album:
Year:

Science Rap by Darius Benson is a song about the importance of science. Benson raps about how science is used in everyday life, from the food we eat to the clothes we wear. He also discusses how science has helped humans to understand the universe and how it works.

4. Scientific Method Song by Have Fun Teaching

Artist: Have Fun Teaching
Album: Science Songs
Year: 2011

The song is about the scientific method and how it can be used to solve problems. It is a fun and catchy song that is sure to get stuck in your head.

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5. The Science by Blackalicious

Artist: Blackalicious
Album: Blazing Arrow
Year: 2002

The song is about a man who is in love with a woman who is also in love with someone else. The man is trying to convince the woman to leave her current relationship and be with him instead. He does this by using scientific facts and logic to show her that he is the better choice for her.

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6. The Science Rap by Melodysheep

Artist: Melodysheep
Album: Remixes for the Soul
Year: 2011

The song is a rap about the scientific method. It explains the steps of the scientific method and how scientists use it to study the world around them.

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7. The Elements by Tom Lehrer

Artist: Tom Lehrer
Album:
Year:

The Elements is a song by Tom Lehrer which lists the chemical elements in order of atomic number. The song is set to the tune of the Major General’s Song from Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance.

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8. The Distance by Cake

Artist: Cake
Album: Fashion Nugget
Year: 1996

The song is about a relationship that is long distance, and how the couple is trying to make it work. They are missing each other, but they are also trying to be realistic about the situation.

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9. Sir Isaac Newton vs. Bill Nye by Epic Rap Battles of History

Artist: Epic Rap Battles of History
Album: Season 3
Year: 2019

In the song, ‘Sir Isaac Newton vs. Bill Nye’, the two rappers battle each other using Newton’s laws of motion and other scientific principles. Nye starts off by mocking Newton’s apple story, but Newton quickly shuts him down by explaining how he used that story to discover gravity. The two rappers go back and forth, with Newton eventually coming out on top. In the end, Newton proves that he is the better scientist, and Nye is left feeling defeated.

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10. Chemical Calisthenics by Blackalicious

Artist: Blackalicious
Album: Blazing Arrow
Year: 2002

The song is about the importance of staying fit and healthy, and keeping your body in shape. It also talks about the importance of eating healthy and exercising regularly.

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11. The Sounds of Science by Beastie Boys

Artist: Beastie Boys
Album: Paul’s Boutique
Year: 1989

The song is about the sounds of science and how they can be used to create new things.

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12. The Science Rap (Ali G) by John Boswell

Artist: John Boswell
Album: Remixes for the Soul
Year: 2011

The song is about the scientific method and is sung by Ali G.

13. Droppin’ Science by Marley Marl

Artist: Marley Marl
Album: In Control, Volume 1
Year: 1988

The song is about Marley Marl’s skills as a producer and how he helped to pioneer the hip-hop genre. He talks about how he would make beats on his turntables and how he would sample music from other records. He also mentions some of the artists he has worked with, including LL Cool J and Big Daddy Kane.

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VII. Pop Songs About Science

1. Rocket Man by Elton John

Artist: Elton John
Album:
Year:

The song is about a man who is sent to space and is lonely. He misses his family and friends, and he wants to go home.

2. Tom Lehrer (1959) by ‘The Elements’

Artist: ‘The Elements’
Album:
Year:

This song is a humorous take on the periodic table of elements, with each element being sung about in a different style.

3. Sexy Science by Barenaked Ladies

Artist: Barenaked Ladies
Album: 2008-12-31: New Years Eve at the Fox Theatre: Detroit, MI, USA
Year: 2009

The song is about a guy who is trying to pick up a girl at a bar by using science pick up lines. He starts by telling her that she is the object of his affection, and he then proceeds to try to impress her with his knowledge of science. He tells her that he loves her curves, and he then starts to get more specific about her body parts. He tells her that her eyes are like the stars, and her lips are like the planets. He then starts to get more personal, and he tells her that he loves the way she moves, and he can’t wait to touch her.

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4. Science by Barenaked Ladies

Artist: Barenaked Ladies
Album: 2008-12-31: New Years Eve at the Fox Theatre: Detroit, MI, USA
Year: 2009

The song is about the importance of science and how it affects our lives. It also talks about how science is constantly changing and how we need to keep up with it.

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5. Biology by Girls Aloud

Artist: Girls Aloud
Album: Chemistry
Year: 2005

The song is about a girl who is trying to seduce a guy, using her knowledge of biology. She starts by talking about the guy’s body, and how she finds it attractive. She then talks about how she wants to experiment with him, and how she thinks they would be compatible in bed. She finishes by saying that she thinks they could have a lot of fun together, if he would just let her do her thing.

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6. She Blinded Me With Science by Thomas Dolby

Artist: Thomas Dolby
Album: The Golden Age of Wireless
Year: 1982

The song is about a scientist who falls in love with a woman who is not interested in him. He uses his knowledge of science to try and woo her, but she is not impressed.

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7. The Elements by Tom Lehrer

Artist: Tom Lehrer
Album:
Year:

The Elements is a song by Tom Lehrer which lists the chemical elements in order of atomic number. The song is set to the tune of the Major General’s Song from Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance.

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8. Mondo Rock (1981) by Mondo Rock

Artist: Mondo Rock
Album:
Year: 10 July 1981

“Mondo Rock” is a song by Australian rock band Mondo Rock, released as the lead single from their third studio album Chemistry (1981). The song was written by band members Ross Wilson and Eric McCusker, and produced by Wilson. It peaked at number 3 on the Australian Kent Music Report, becoming the band’s highest-charting single.

9. Space Oddity by David Bowie

Artist: David Bowie
Album:
Year:

The song is about an astronaut who is about to launch into space, and he is feeling scared and alone. He is talking to his ground control, and he is telling them how he feels. He is wondering if he will ever come back, and he is asking them to pray for him.

10. History of Everything by Barenaked Ladies

Artist: Barenaked Ladies
Album:
Year:

The song is a comical look at the history of the world from the perspective of the Big Bang to the present day. It covers a wide range of topics including the dinosaurs, the Egyptian pyramids, the Greek gods, the fall of the Roman Empire, the Renaissance, the Industrial Revolution, and the modern world.

11. Science by System of a Down

Artist: System of a Down
Album: Toxicity
Year: 2001

The song is about a person who is struggling in school and feeling lost. They feel like they are not smart enough and that their friends are all smarter than they are. They feel like they are failing and that they will never be able to catch up.

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12. Fly Me to the Moon by Frank Sinatra

Artist: Frank Sinatra
Album:
Year:

The song is about a man who is asking his love to take him to the moon. He says that even though there may be trouble on Earth, they will be happy together on the moon.

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13. Sledgehammer by Peter Gabriel

Artist: Peter Gabriel
Album: So (2012 Remastered)
Year: 1986

The song is about a man who is down on his luck and is trying to figure out what to do. He is looking for a sign from above, and he thinks that the best way to get one is to ask for a sledgehammer. He is hoping that the sledgehammer will help him find his way in life.

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14. Weird Al Yankovic (1988) by “Weird Al” Yankovic

Artist: “Weird Al” Yankovic
Album: Even Worse
Year: 1988

This song is a parody of Michael Jackson’s “Bad.” In the song, Weird Al Yankovic pokes fun at Jackson’s eccentricities, including his plastic surgery, his relationships with young children, and his alleged criminal activity. The song was a huge hit, and helped to cement Weird Al’s reputation as a master of parody.

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15. Stuck To You by Josh Ritter

Artist: Josh Ritter
Album: Josh Ritter
Year: 2000

The song is about a relationship that is not working out. The singer is stuck to the person he is with, even though he knows it is not good for him. He is trying to break free, but he just can’t seem to do it.

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16. Ashes to Ashes by David Bowie

Artist: David Bowie
Album:
Year: 1980

The song is about a person who is struggling with addiction and is trying to come to terms with their addiction. The song is about the person’s journey through addiction and recovery.

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17. Science & Faith by The Script

Artist: The Script
Album: Science & Faith
Year: 2010

Science & Faith is a song by The Script about the conflict between science and religion. The song is told from the perspective of someone who is struggling to reconcile their faith with their scientific knowledge. The song asks whether it is possible to have both science and faith, and whether they can coexist.

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18. Thomas Dolby (1982) by Thomas Dolby

Artist: Thomas Dolby
Album: The Golden Age of Wireless
Year: 1982

The song is about the British musician Thomas Dolby and his success in the early 1980s.

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19. Divinyls (1982) by ‘Science Fiction’

Artist: ‘Science Fiction’
Album:
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The song is about a future where science has advanced to the point where people can choose to have their memories erased. The protagonist is struggling to remember something important, but can’t quite remember what it is. They turn to a friend for help, but even they can’t remember what the protagonist is trying to remember. In the end, the protagonist decides to have their memories erased, and they start to forget everything about their past.

20. Kate and Anna McGarrigle (1978) by Kate & Anna McGarrigle

Artist: Kate & Anna McGarrigle
Album: Pronto Monto
Year: 1978

The song is a folk ballad about two sisters, Kate and Anna McGarrigle. The song tells the story of their lives, from their childhood in Canada to their adulthood in the United States. The song is a tribute to their sisterly bond, and to the music they made together.

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21. Oingo Boingo (1985) by Oingo Boingo

Artist: Oingo Boingo
Album: Dead Man’s Party
Year: 1985

The song is about a relationship that has ended badly, and the singer is looking back on it with regret. He reflects on all the good times they had together, and how he misses her now that she’s gone.

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22. Imitosis by Andrew Bird

Artist: Andrew Bird
Album: Armchair Apocrypha
Year: 2007

The song is about a relationship that is not working out. The singer is trying to figure out what went wrong and why it isn’t working anymore.

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23. Natural Science by Rush

Artist: Rush
Album: Permanent Waves
Year: 1980

The song is about the wonders of the natural world and the need to protect it.

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