65 Songs About Brooklyn (Pop, Rap & More)
Contents
I. Country Songs About Brooklyn
1. On the Road Again by Willie Nelson
Artist: Willie Nelson
Album: –
Year: 1980
The song is about a man who is on the road again and is looking forward to the journey. He is excited to see the different places and people he will encounter along the way.
2. Sweet Home Alabama by Lynyrd Skynyrd
Artist: Lynyrd Skynyrd
Album: Second Helping
Year: 1974
The song is about a man who is from Alabama and is proud of it. He talks about how he loves the state and its people. He also talks about how he is not a fan of the city life and how he is happy to be back home.
3. I’m from the Country by Tracy Byrd
Artist: Tracy Byrd
Album: I’m from the Country
Year: 1998
The song is about a man who is from the country and is proud of it. He talks about how he was raised to work hard and how he enjoys the simple things in life. He also talks about how he loves to hunt and fish and how he appreciates the beauty of nature.
4. Brooklyn Roads by Neil Diamond
Artist: Neil Diamond
Album: Velvet Gloves and Spit
Year: 1968
The song is about the narrator’s journey from his home in Brooklyn to Hollywood. He talks about all of the different places he’s been and how they’ve all been a part of his life. He ultimately ends up back in Brooklyn, where he started from.
5. Brooklyn Nights by Lady Gaga
Artist: Lady Gaga
Album: –
Year: –
“Brooklyn Nights” is a song by American singer and songwriter Lady Gaga. It was released on May 30, 2014, as the third single from her fourth studio album, Cheek to Cheek (2014). The song was written by Gaga, Emile Haynie, Paul Blair, and Christopher Anthony Ingle, and produced by Haynie and Blair. “Brooklyn Nights” is a mid-tempo jazz and R&B ballad with influences of soul music. Gaga’s vocals on the track are seductive and sensual. The song received positive reviews from music critics, who praised Gaga’s vocal performance and the song’s production.
II. Pop Songs About Brooklyn
1. Empire State of Mind by Jay-Z
Artist: Jay-Z
Album: The Blueprint 3
Year: 2009
“Empire State of Mind” is a song performed by American rapper Jay-Z, featuring vocals by American singer Alicia Keys. The song was written by Angela Hunte and Jay-Z, and produced by Al Shux. It was released as the third single from Jay-Z’s eleventh studio album, The Blueprint 3 (2009). The song features a sample of “Love on a Two-Way Street” by The Moments. “Empire State of Mind” achieved commercial success, peaking at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Jay-Z’s first single to top the chart as a lead artist and Alicia Keys’ second consecutive number one single. The song peaked at number one on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and US Rap Songs chart. It also became Jay-Z’s second single to reach the top ten of the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number eight, and Alicia Keys’ third consecutive single to reach the top ten, also peaking at number eight. The song has been certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
2. Welcome to New York by Taylor Swift
Artist: Taylor Swift
Album: 1989
Year: 2014
The song is about starting over and beginning anew. It talks about how New York is a place full of opportunity and how it can be a fresh start for anyone.
3. I Love New York by Madonna
Artist: Madonna
Album: Confessions on a Dance Floor
Year: 2005
The song is about how much Madonna loves New York City. She talks about how the city never sleeps and how there is always something new to do. Madonna also talks about how the people in New York are always in a hurry and how they are always looking for the next best thing.
4. Brooklyn Bridge by Frank Sinatra
Artist: Frank Sinatra
Album: –
Year: –
The song is a love letter to New York City, and specifically the Brooklyn Bridge. Sinatra sings about how the bridge is a symbol of the city’s strength and resilience, and how it has become a part of his own identity. He also talks about how the city has changed over time, but how the Brooklyn Bridge remains a constant.
5. New York State of Mind by Tony Bennett, Billy Joel
Artist: Tony Bennett, Billy Joel
Album: –
Year: 1976
The song is about a person from New York City who is homesick and missing the city. The person is talking about how they miss the city and how it is different from anywhere else.
III. Latest Songs About Brooklyn
1. No Sleep Till Brooklyn by Beastie Boys
Artist: Beastie Boys
Album: Licensed to Ill
Year: 1986
The song is about the band’s travels to Brooklyn to play a show. They talk about how they don’t sleep and how they party all night.
2. Sing a New Song by Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir
Artist: Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir
Album: I Am Reminded (Live)
Year: 2018
“Sing a New Song” is a song by the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir. It was released in 1992 as a single and is included on the album Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir. The song peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot Gospel Songs chart.
3. Crack Game by Jay-Z
Artist: Jay-Z
Album: –
Year: –
“Crack Game” is a song by Jay-Z about the drug trade. He talks about how he used to sell crack cocaine and how it was a ruthless business. He also talks about how he has now moved on from that life and is doing better things.
4. Brooklyn Baby by Lana Del Rey
Artist: Lana Del Rey
Album: Ultraviolence
Year: 2014
The song is about a girl who is from Brooklyn and is in love with a boy who is in a band. She is proud of him and loves him even though he is not from Brooklyn.
5. Where Brooklyn At? (interlude) by The Lonely Island
Artist: The Lonely Island
Album: The Wack Album
Year: –
The Lonely Island is a comedy hip hop group from Berkeley, California, United States. The group is composed of Akiva Schaffer, Jorma Taccone, and Andy Samberg. The group is best known for its comedic songs, many of which are featured on the television show Saturday Night Live.
“Where Brooklyn At? (interlude)” is a short song which features the group asking people from Brooklyn where they are.
6. Brooklyn Blues by Barry Manilow, Tom Scott
Artist: Barry Manilow, Tom Scott
Album: Swing Street
Year: 1987
The song is about a man who is from Brooklyn and is living in Los Angeles. He is talking about how he misses his home and how he is not sure if he will ever go back.
7. Return of The Crooklyn Dodgers by Chubb Rock, Jeru the Damaja, DJ Premier, O.C.
Artist: Chubb Rock, Jeru the Damaja, DJ Premier, O.C.
Album: 90s Underground Hip Hop
Year: 2020
The song is a sequel to the original Crooklyn Dodgers song, and features the three original artists. The song is about the return of the Crooklyn Dodgers, a group of fictional characters who were created by the artists. The song is a tribute to the borough of Brooklyn, and its people.
8. Hello Brooklyn by Jay-Z, Lil Wayne
Artist: Jay-Z, Lil Wayne
Album: Remix Anthology, Volume 2
Year: 2018
Hello Brooklyn by Jay-Z, Lil Wayne is a song about the city of Brooklyn and how it has changed over the years. The song talks about how the city has become more gentrified and how the people who used to live there have been pushed out.
9. BITM by Leikeli47
Artist: Leikeli47
Album: Shape Up
Year: 2022
The song is about a girl who is in a relationship with a boy who is in a gang. She is trying to get him to leave the gang and come with her.
IV. Christian Songs About Brooklyn
1. How Great Thou Art by Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir
Artist: Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir
Album: Hymns & Voices
Year: 1995
The song is a hymn praising God for His greatness. It talks about how God is above everything and how He is worthy of our praise.
2. Christ the King by Pray
Artist: Pray
Album: –
Year: –
“Christ the King” is a song by Pray, released in 2006. The song is a prayer for the coming of Christ the King, and calls on Christians to stand up and fight for their faith. The song is based on the Book of Revelation, and features Pray’s trademark metal sound.
3. I Surrender All by Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir
Artist: Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir
Album: Declare Your Name (Live Worship)
Year: 2009
The song is a hymn about surrendering everything to God. The lyrics express a desire to give everything over to God, including one’s heart, soul, and body. The song is a reminder that God is always in control and that surrendering to Him is the best way to live.
4. You Are Holy by LIVE…This is Your House
Artist: LIVE…This is Your House
Album: –
Year: –
The song is about how God is holy and how His house is a place of refuge. The song is also about how we are to live our lives in a way that is pleasing to Him.
5. He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands by Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir
Artist: Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir
Album: –
Year: –
The song is a gospel song about how God has everything under control and how we should put our trust in him.
6. Amazing Grace by Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir
Artist: Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir
Album: –
Year: –
The song is about the power of God’s grace and how it can change lives. It is a song of hope and encouragement, and it reminds us that no matter how dark our past may be, God’s grace can always bring us back to him.
V. Rock Songs About Brooklyn
1. No Sleep Till Brooklyn by Beastie Boys
Artist: Beastie Boys
Album: Licensed to Ill
Year: 1986
The song is about the band’s travels to Brooklyn to play a show. They talk about how they don’t sleep and how they party all night.
2. Return of The Crooklyn Dodgers by Chubb Rock, Jeru the Damaja, DJ Premier, O.C.
Artist: Chubb Rock, Jeru the Damaja, DJ Premier, O.C.
Album: 90s Underground Hip Hop
Year: 2020
The song is a sequel to the original Crooklyn Dodgers song, and features the three original artists. The song is about the return of the Crooklyn Dodgers, a group of fictional characters who were created by the artists. The song is a tribute to the borough of Brooklyn, and its people.
3. Hello Brooklyn by Beastie Boys
Artist: Beastie Boys
Album: Awesome; I… Shot That!
Year: 2006
The song is about the band’s love for their hometown, New York City. They talk about how much they miss it and how they can’t wait to go back.
4. I and Love and You by The Avett Brothers
Artist: The Avett Brothers
Album: 2009-03-18: Live at Stubbs, Austin, TX, USA
Year: 2009
The song is about a man who is in love with a woman who is in love with someone else. The man is trying to figure out what to do and how to tell the woman that he loves her.
5. Brooklyn Bound by The Black Keys
Artist: The Black Keys
Album: The Big Come Up
Year: 2002
The song is about a young man who is leaving his small town to head to the big city. He is full of hope and ambition, and he is excited to start his new life. However, he is also a bit nervous about what the future holds.
6. Brooklyn Police Station by Foxygen
Artist: Foxygen
Album: …And Star Power
Year: 2014
The song is about a man who is arrested and taken to the Brooklyn police station. He is interrogated and then released.
7. Brooklyn Baby by Lana Del Rey
Artist: Lana Del Rey
Album: Ultraviolence
Year: 2014
The song is about a girl who is from Brooklyn and is in love with a boy who is in a band. She is proud of him and loves him even though he is not from Brooklyn.
8. Brooklyn Roads by Neil Diamond
Artist: Neil Diamond
Album: Velvet Gloves and Spit
Year: 1968
The song is about the narrator’s journey from his home in Brooklyn to Hollywood. He talks about all of the different places he’s been and how they’ve all been a part of his life. He ultimately ends up back in Brooklyn, where he started from.
VI. Rap Songs About Brooklyn
1. Return of The Crooklyn Dodgers by Chubb Rock, Jeru the Damaja, DJ Premier, O.C.
Artist: Chubb Rock, Jeru the Damaja, DJ Premier, O.C.
Album: 90s Underground Hip Hop
Year: 2020
The Crooklyn Dodgers are a hip hop group from Brooklyn, New York, consisting of Chubb Rock, Jeru the Damaja, and O.C. They are best known for their 1993 single, “Crooklyn.”
The song “Return of the Crooklyn Dodgers” is a tribute to the group, and is considered one of their best tracks. It features all three members of the group rhyming over a classic DJ Premier beat, and is considered a classic of ’90s hip hop.
2. Brooklyn’s Finest by Jay-Z
Artist: Jay-Z
Album: Reasonable Doubt
Year: 1996
The song is about the tough life in Brooklyn and how people have to fight to survive. Jay-Z talks about how he used to be a drug dealer and how he had to hustle to make ends meet. He also talks about how he has seen people get killed and how violence is a part of life in Brooklyn.
3. Brooklyn Zoo by Ol’ Dirty Bastard
Artist: Ol’ Dirty Bastard
Album: Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version
Year: 1995
The song is about life in the projects of Brooklyn, and how tough it is to make it out. The song talks about how people are forced to deal with drugs and violence on a daily basis, and how they have to fight to survive.
4. Brooklyn Took It by Jeru the Damaja
Artist: Jeru the Damaja
Album: The Sun Rises in the East
Year: 1994
“Brooklyn Took It” is a song by Jeru the Damaja, released on his album The Sun Rises in the East. The song is an ode to Brooklyn, New York, and its residents. Jeru paints a picture of a tough, gritty city that is often misunderstood. He speaks of the challenges that come with living in such a place, but ultimately declares his love for it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzHXiMADg78
5. Welcome to Brooklyn by M.O.P.
Artist: M.O.P.
Album: Street Certified
Year: 2014
Welcome to Brooklyn by M.O.P. is a song about the borough of Brooklyn and how it is a tough place to live. The song talks about how people have to fight for everything they have and how there is a lot of crime.
6. I’m from Brooklyn by Fabolous
Artist: Fabolous
Album: From Nothin’ to Somethin’
Year: 2007
The song is about how the rapper is from Brooklyn and how he is proud of it. He talks about how he is a product of his environment and how it has shaped him into the person he is today.
7. Brooklyn’s Finest by Jay-Z
Artist: Jay-Z
Album: Reasonable Doubt
Year: 1996
The song is about the tough life in Brooklyn and how Jay-Z and Biggie Smalls are the best at surviving in that environment.
8. Hello Brooklyn by Beastie Boys
Artist: Beastie Boys
Album: Awesome; I… Shot That!
Year: 2006
The song is about the band’s love for their hometown, New York City. They talk about how much they miss it and how they can’t wait to go back.
9. Brooklyn to the Fullest by Jay-Z
Artist: Jay-Z
Album: Reasonable Doubt
Year: 1996
1. “Brooklyn” by Mos Def
2. “Empire State of Mind” by Jay-Z feat. Alicia Keys
3. “Brooklyn we go hard” by Jay-Z
4. “Welcome to Brooklyn” by Notorious B.I.G.
5. “I Love Brooklyn” by Big Daddy Kane
6. “Brooklyn’s Finest” by Notorious B.I.G. feat. Jay-Z
7. “BK Anthem” by Fabolous
8. “Brooklyn Zoo” by Ol’ Dirty Bastard
9. “Brooklyn to Compton” by N.W.A.
10. “Ain’t No Half Steppin'” by Big Daddy Kane
10. Lighters Up (Hani Num club) by Lil’ Kim
Artist: Lil’ Kim
Album: Dance Remixes
Year: 2006
1. “Brooklyn” by Mos Def
2. “Empire State of Mind” by Jay-Z feat. Alicia Keys
3. “Brooklyn we go hard” by Jay-Z
4. “Welcome to Brooklyn” by Notorious B.I.G.
5. “I Love Brooklyn” by Big Daddy Kane
6. “Brooklyn’s Finest” by Notorious B.I.G. feat. Jay-Z
7. “BK Anthem” by Fabolous
8. “Brooklyn Zoo” by Ol’ Dirty Bastard
9. “Brooklyn to Compton” by N.W.A.
10. “Ain’t No Half Steppin'” by Big Daddy Kane
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8l_0N8lLWY
11. B. K. Anthem by Foxy Brown
Artist: Foxy Brown
Album: Broken Silence
Year: 2001
The song is about Foxy Brown’s love for Brooklyn, New York. She talks about how she’s proud to be from Brooklyn and how it’s the best place in the world. She also talks about how she’s going to represent her borough to the fullest.
12. The Planet by Gang Starr
Artist: Gang Starr
Album: Hard to Earn
Year: 1994
1. “Brooklyn” by Mos Def
2. “Empire State of Mind” by Jay-Z feat. Alicia Keys
3. “Brooklyn we go hard” by Jay-Z
4. “Welcome to Brooklyn” by Notorious B.I.G.
5. “I Love Brooklyn” by Big Daddy Kane
6. “Brooklyn’s Finest” by Notorious B.I.G. feat. Jay-Z
7. “BK Anthem” by Fabolous
8. “Brooklyn Zoo” by Ol’ Dirty Bastard
9. “Brooklyn to Compton” by N.W.A.
10. “Ain’t No Half Steppin'” by Big Daddy Kane
13. Brooklyn Go Hard by Jay-Z
Artist: Jay-Z
Album: Notorious
Year: 2009
The song is about Jay-Z’s hometown of Brooklyn and how hard the people there work. He talks about how the borough has produced some of the most successful people in the world, and how it is a place where people never give up.
VII. R&B Songs About Brooklyn
1. Empire State of Mind by Jay-Z
Artist: Jay-Z
Album: The Blueprint 3
Year: 2009
“Empire State of Mind” is a song performed by American rapper Jay-Z, featuring vocals by American singer Alicia Keys. The song was written by Angela Hunte and Jay-Z, and produced by Al Shux. It was released as the third single from Jay-Z’s eleventh studio album, The Blueprint 3 (2009). The song features a sample of “Love on a Two-Way Street” by The Moments. “Empire State of Mind” achieved commercial success, peaking at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Jay-Z’s first single to top the chart as a lead artist and Alicia Keys’ second consecutive number one single. The song peaked at number one on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and US Rap Songs chart. It also became Jay-Z’s second single to reach the top ten of the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number eight, and Alicia Keys’ third consecutive single to reach the top ten, also peaking at number eight. The song has been certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
2. Top Billin by Audio Two
Artist: Audio Two
Album: What More Can I Say?
Year: 1988
Top Billin is a song by Audio Two. The song is about a man who is the top biller in his field. He is the best at what he does and is always on top.
3. Brooklyn’s Finest by Jay-Z
Artist: Jay-Z
Album: Reasonable Doubt
Year: 1996
The song is about the tough life in Brooklyn and how Jay-Z and Biggie Smalls are the best at surviving in that environment.
4. Brooklyn Zoo by Ol’ Dirty Bastard
Artist: Ol’ Dirty Bastard
Album: Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version
Year: 1995
The song is about life in the projects of Brooklyn, and how tough it is to make it out. The song talks about how people are forced to deal with drugs and violence on a daily basis, and how they have to fight to survive.
5. Brooklyn in the Summer by Aloe Blacc
Artist: Aloe Blacc
Album: Brooklyn in the Summer
Year: –
“Brooklyn in the Summer” is a song about the city of Brooklyn and how it comes alive in the summertime. The song talks about all the different things to do in Brooklyn during the summer, from going to the beach to exploring the borough. It also talks about how the city is a melting pot of cultures and how everyone comes together in the summer to have a good time.
6. B. K. Anthem by Foxy Brown
Artist: Foxy Brown
Album: Broken Silence
Year: 2001
The song is about Foxy Brown’s love for Brooklyn, New York. She talks about how she’s proud to be from Brooklyn and how it’s the best place in the world. She also talks about how she’s going to represent her borough to the fullest.
7. I’m from Brooklyn by Lil’ Kim
Artist: Lil’ Kim
Album: Dance Remixes
Year: 2006
The song is about Lil’ Kim’s hometown of Brooklyn and how proud she is to be from there. She talks about how the borough has produced some of the most successful people in the world and how it is a tough place to grow up in. Despite all the hardships, she would not trade it for anywhere else.
8. Brooklyn we go hard by Jay-Z
Artist: Jay-Z
Album: Notorious
Year: 2009
The song is about Jay-Z’s love for his hometown, Brooklyn. He talks about how the city has changed over the years, but he still loves it. He also talks about how he is proud to be from Brooklyn and how the people there are tough and resilient.
9. Brooklyn’s Finest by Jay-Z
Artist: Jay-Z
Album: Reasonable Doubt
Year: 1996
The song is about the tough life in Brooklyn and how Jay-Z and Biggie Smalls are the best at surviving in that environment.
10. Hello Brooklyn by Beastie Boys
Artist: Beastie Boys
Album: Awesome; I… Shot That!
Year: 2006
The song is about the band’s love for their hometown, New York City. They talk about how much they miss it and how they can’t wait to go back.
11. Brooklyn’s Finest by Jay-Z
Artist: Jay-Z
Album: Reasonable Doubt
Year: 1996
The song is about the tough life in Brooklyn and how Jay-Z and Biggie Smalls are the best at surviving in that environment.
12. Brooklyn by Jay-Z
Artist: Jay-Z
Album: Notorious
Year: 2009
The song is about Jay-Z’s hometown, Brooklyn. He talks about how he grew up there and how it shaped him. He also talks about how the city has changed over the years and how he still loves it.
13. Brooklyn by Ja Rule
Artist: Ja Rule
Album: R.U.L.E.
Year: 2000
The song is about the rapper’s hometown of Brooklyn, and how it has changed over the years. He reflects on his childhood and how the borough was once a tough place to grow up in. He also talks about how the area has gentrified in recent years, and how that has affected the people who live there.
14. Welcome to Brooklyn by M.O.P.
Artist: M.O.P.
Album: Street Certified
Year: 2014
Welcome to Brooklyn by M.O.P. is a song about the borough of Brooklyn and how it is a tough place to live. The song talks about how people have to fight for everything they have and how there is a lot of crime.
15. Brooklyn by Melky Sedeck
Artist: Melky Sedeck
Album: Disappearing Acts
Year: 2000
The song is about a young man who is from Brooklyn and is in love with a girl from the city. He is trying to convince her to move to Brooklyn with him, but she is hesitant because she is used to the city life.
16. Crooklyn by Crooklyn Dodgers
Artist: Crooklyn Dodgers
Album: Crooklyn
Year: 1994
1. “Brooklyn” by Mos Def
2. “Empire State of Mind” by Jay-Z feat. Alicia Keys
3. “Brooklyn we go hard” by Jay-Z
4. “Welcome to Brooklyn” by Notorious B.I.G.
5. “I Love Brooklyn” by Big Daddy Kane
6. “Brooklyn’s Finest” by Notorious B.I.G. feat. Jay-Z
7. “BK Anthem” by Fabolous
8. “Brooklyn Zoo” by Ol’ Dirty Bastard
9. “Brooklyn to Compton” by N.W.A.
10. “Ain’t No Half Steppin'” by Big Daddy Kane
17. Lighters Up (Hani Num club) by Lil’ Kim
Artist: Lil’ Kim
Album: Dance Remixes
Year: 2006
1. “Brooklyn” by Mos Def
2. “Empire State of Mind” by Jay-Z feat. Alicia Keys
3. “Brooklyn we go hard” by Jay-Z
4. “Welcome to Brooklyn” by Notorious B.I.G.
5. “I Love Brooklyn” by Big Daddy Kane
6. “Brooklyn’s Finest” by Notorious B.I.G. feat. Jay-Z
7. “BK Anthem” by Fabolous
8. “Brooklyn Zoo” by Ol’ Dirty Bastard
9. “Brooklyn to Compton” by N.W.A.
10. “Ain’t No Half Steppin'” by Big Daddy Kane
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8l_0N8lLWY
18. Brooklyn Go Hard by Jay-Z
Artist: Jay-Z
Album: Notorious
Year: 2009
1. “Brooklyn” by Mos Def
2. “Empire State of Mind” by Jay-Z feat. Alicia Keys
3. “Brooklyn we go hard” by Jay-Z
4. “Welcome to Brooklyn” by Notorious B.I.G.
5. “I Love Brooklyn” by Big Daddy Kane
6. “Brooklyn’s Finest” by Notorious B.I.G. feat. Jay-Z
7. “BK Anthem” by Fabolous
8. “Brooklyn Zoo” by Ol’ Dirty Bastard
9. “Brooklyn to Compton” by N.W.A.
10. “Ain’t No Half Steppin'” by Big Daddy Kane
19. Brooklyn by Beastie Boys
Artist: Beastie Boys
Album: Licensed to Ill
Year: 1986
The song is about the borough of Brooklyn in New York City. The Beastie Boys rap about their love for Brooklyn and how it is the best borough in the city. They also talk about how the borough has changed over the years and how it is still the best place to live.
20. BITM by Leikeli47
Artist: Leikeli47
Album: Shape Up
Year: 2022
The song is about a girl who is in a relationship with a boy who is in a gang. She is trying to get him to leave the gang and come with her.
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