57 Songs About Authority (Pop, Rap & More)
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I. Christian Songs About Authority
1. Leeland by Lion And The Lamb. Brenton Brown
Leeland by Lion And The Lamb is a worship song that talks about how Jesus is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. The song is a reminder that Jesus is our hope and our salvation.
II. Country Songs About Authority
1. The Weight by The Band
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.
2. Fortunate Son by Creedence Clearwater Revival
The song is about rich kids who never have to work for anything and always get what they want. They never have to worry about money or the draft, unlike the poor kids who have to work hard and worry about being drafted into the Vietnam War.
3. The Times They Are A-Changin’ by Bob Dylan
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.
4. Masters of War by Bob Dylan
The song is a protest against the United States government’s involvement in the Vietnam War. It criticizes the government’s hypocrisy in sending young men to fight and die in a war that it knows is unwinnable.
5. We Can’t Make It Here Anymore by James McMurtry
The song is about the struggles of the working class in America. McMurtry paints a picture of a struggling factory worker who can’t make ends meet. The song is a commentary on the state of the economy and how it is affecting the working class.
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6. American Idiot by Green Day
The song is about the frustrations of living in a society that is controlled by the media and government. The song is a call to action for people to stand up and fight back against the establishment.
III. R&B Songs About Authority
1. Respect by Aretha Franklin
The song Respect by Aretha Franklin is about a woman demanding respect from her man. She is tired of being treated like a doormat and wants him to show her some respect. She sings about how she has given him everything and how she deserves to be treated better. The song is a powerful anthem for women everywhere who feel like they are not being respected.
2. The Boss by James Brown
The song is about a man who is in charge and in control. He is the boss and he knows it. He is confident and cocky, and he knows how to get what he wants. He is a smooth talker and a ladies man, and he knows how to get what he wants from them. He is a player, and he knows how to play the game. He is the boss.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Living for the City by Stevie Wonder
The song is about a young black man from the south who moves to the city in search of a better life. He soon discovers that the city is not what he expected it to be. He struggles to find a job and ends up getting involved in crime. The song is a commentary on the social and economic conditions of inner-city life.
6. Higher Ground by Stevie Wonder
The song is about rising above difficult circumstances and reaching a higher ground in life. It is a motivational song that encourages people to keep moving forward and to never give up.
7. You Can’t Hurry Love by The Supremes
The song is about the difficulties of finding love. The singer is looking for love in all the wrong places and is getting impatient. She is advised by her friends to be patient and that “you can’t hurry love, no you just have to wait”.
8. Stop! In the Name of Love by Diana Ross
The song is about a woman who is fed up with her man’s cheating ways and is telling him that she is done with him. She is warning him that if he doesn’t stop cheating, she is going to leave him.
9. For the Kids by Authority Zero
The song is about a young person’s perspective of what it means to be an adult, and how they will always remember the things that they loved as a kid. It talks about how the world is always changing, but the things that stay the same are the things that are most important.
10. Don’t Stop by No Authority
The song is about not giving up on your dreams, despite what others may say. It is about staying true to yourself and not letting anyone else control your life.
11. Up And Down by No Authority
The song is about a young girl’s journey through life. She starts off as a young girl, full of hope and dreams. As she gets older, she experiences heartache and pain. She tries to find her way back to her happy place, but eventually she realizes that she has to let go of her past and move on.
12. Today We Heard the News by Authority Zero
The song is about a group of friends who hear the news that their friend has died. They are all devastated by the news and try to cope with the loss.
13. One More Time by No Authority
The song is about a relationship that is on the verge of breaking up. The singer is pleading with his partner to give him one more chance to make things right.
IV. Rap Songs About Authority
1. No Vaseline by Ice Cube
The song is a diss track aimed at N.W.A, and specifically at Dr. Dre and Eazy-E. It accuses them of selling out by signing with a major label, and claims that they would not have been successful without Ice Cube’s contributions.
2. By the Time I Get to Arizona by Public Enemy
The song is about the frustration of living in a state with a large Native American population that is not given the same representation or rights as other states. The song talks about how the Native American people are not given the same opportunities or respect, and how they are treated like second-class citizens.
3. Police State by Dead Prez
The song is about the police and how they are corrupt. It talks about how the police are racist and how they target minorities. It also talks about how the police are violent and how they kill innocent people.
4. 911 is a Joke by Public Enemy
The song is a commentary on the state of emergency services in the United States. It is critical of the response time of police and ambulance services, and the lack of resources available to them.
5. Pehchaan by Underground Authority
The song is about a young man’s journey to find his identity. He starts off by trying to find himself in the world, but eventually realizes that he is not like everyone else. He turns to his friends and family for help, but they all seem to be just as lost as he is. Eventually, he comes to the realization that he is not defined by the things he does or the people he knows, but by his own actions and thoughts. He decides to take control of his life and forge his own path.
6. Authority by 116 Clique
The song is about Christians being confident in their faith and not being afraid to stand up for what they believe in.
7. ’93 by Top Authority
The song is about two young lovers who are forced to part ways. The girl is moving away and the boy is left behind. They promise to stay in touch and never forget each other.
8. F*ck the Police by N.W.A.
The song is a protest against police brutality and racism. It describes the police as corrupt and abusive, and calls for resistance against their oppression.
V. Pop Songs About Authority
1. Queen by ‘We Are the Champions’
The song is about a person who is a champion and is proud to be one. The lyrics talk about how the person has fought hard to become a champion and how they will continue to fight to stay a champion.
2. Katy Perry by Katy Perry
“Katy Perry” is a song by Katy Perry. It is a pop song with elements of rock. The song is about Katy Perry and her life. The song is positive and upbeat.
3. F*ck You by Lily Allen
The song is a profanity-laden tirade directed at a former lover. In the song, Allen vents her frustration with the unnamed man, and expresses her anger and betrayal.
4. James Brown by James Brown
The song is about James Brown, and how he is the hardest working man in show business. He is also the Godfather of Soul, and has a lot of energy.
5. Snap! by Snap!
The song is about a break-up and how the person is feeling. They are sad and angry and want to get revenge on the person who hurt them.
6. Beyoncé by Beyoncé
The song is about Beyoncé’s life and career. She talks about her upbringing, her work ethic, and how she has become one of the most successful entertainers in the world.
7. Kanye West by Ye
“Kanye West” is a song by American rapper and producer Kanye West. The song was released on West’s seventh studio album, Ye (2018). The song is a reflection on West’s public persona and career. West reflects on his early days in the music industry, his rise to fame, and the controversies that have surrounded him. He also touches on his mental health, his marriage to Kim Kardashian, and his children.
8. Patti Smith by Patti Smith
The song is about the artist Patti Smith and her life. It talks about her childhood, her art, her music, and her influence on the world.
9. Labi Siffre by Labi Siffre
“Labi Siffre” is a song by Labi Siffre, released in 1972. The song is a commentary on the British government’s treatment of immigrants, and the racism that they face.
VI. Rock Songs About Authority
1. I Fought the Law by The Clash
The song is about a man who breaks the law and is caught by the police. He is put in jail and is unhappy with the way the justice system treats him.
2. Rebel Yell by Billy Idol
The song is about a young rebel who is looking for a place to belong. He is angry and frustrated with the world and is looking for a way to release his anger. He finds release in the form of a rebel yell, which is a cry of defiance and rage. The rebel yell is a way for him to express his dissatisfaction with the world and to release his pent-up anger.
3. For What It’s Worth by Buffalo Springfield
The song is about the Vietnam War and the protests against it. It is also about the Generation Gap between the older and younger generations.
4. Fortunate Son by Creedence Clearwater Revival
The song is about rich kids who never have to work for anything and always get what they want. They never have to worry about money or the draft, unlike the poor kids who have to work hard and worry about being drafted into the Vietnam War.
5. The Kids Aren’t Alright by The Offspring
The song is about how the world is a tough place and how kids have to deal with a lot of problems. The song is also about how parents can’t always help their kids and how sometimes kids have to help themselves.
6. Don’t Tread on Me by Metallica
The song is about standing up for oneself and not being walked on. It is a call to action to not allow others to take advantage of you and to fight back when necessary. It is also about being proud and not backing down.
7. Revolution by The Beatles
“Revolution” is a song by the English rock band the Beatles, written by John Lennon and credited to Lennon–McCartney. Although the song was originally released as the B-side of the “Hey Jude” single in 1968, it was later included on the 1969 album Abbey Road.
The song is an appeal for revolution, with lyrics that counter the notion that violence is necessary to achieve change. The song was later included on the album Anthology 3.
8. Under My Thumb by The Rolling Stones
The song is about a woman who is under the narrator’s thumb, or control. He is proud of his power over her and enjoys seeing her suffer.
9. Power to the People by John Lennon
The song is about people taking control and demanding change. The lyrics talk about how the people have the power to make things happen and how they need to use that power to make positive change.
10. Born in the U.S.A by Bruce Springsteen
This song is about the struggles of the American working class. The narrator is a Vietnam veteran who is struggling to find work and support his family. The song criticizes the government’s treatment of veterans and the working class.
11. I Fight Authority by John Mellencamp
The song is about a person who is tired of being told what to do and fights against authority.
12. Whose Authority by Nada Surf
Whose Authority is a song about questioning authority and standing up for oneself. The lyrics talk about how we are all born equal and how we should all be treated the same. The song encourages us to think for ourselves and not blindly follow those in positions of power.
13. Fuck Authority by Wasted Youth
“Fuck Authority” is a song by American punk rock band Wasted Youth. It was released in 1992 as the lead single from their second studio album, American Teenage Wasteland. The song is about teenage rebellion and angst, and criticizes adults and authority figures. It was a moderate commercial success, reaching number 33 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart.
14. Authority Song by John Mellencamp
The song is about a young man rebelling against authority. He is angry at the world and doesn’t want to follow the rules. He is fed up with being told what to do and how to behave. He wants to break free from the constraints of society and live life on his own terms.
15. Authority Zero by Authority Zero
The song Authority Zero is about a person who is in a position of power and uses it to control others. The song is critical of those in positions of authority who abuse their power.
16. Portrait Of Authority by Bad Religion
“Portrait of Authority” is a song by Bad Religion. It was released as the third single from their album The Process of Belief. The song is about the abuse of power and how it can lead to corruption.
17. Authority Song by Reel Big Fish
“Authority Song” is a song by Reel Big Fish about how the government and other authority figures try to control people’s lives. The song is critical of these authority figures, and how they try to tell people what to do. The song is also about how people often give into these authority figures, and how they can be manipulated.
18. Fuck Authority by Pennywise
The song is about how society is controlled by those in power and how people need to stand up and fight back against them. The lyrics urge people to think for themselves and not let anyone control them.
19. The Authority Song by Jimmy Eat World
The song is about a young person who is struggling with authority figures in their life. The song is about the conflict between the young person and the authority figures.
20. Sheena Is a Punk Rocker by Ramones
The song is about a girl named Sheena who is a punk rocker. She is tough and doesn’t care what anyone thinks of her. She does what she wants and doesn’t care about the consequences.
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