64 Songs About Buses (Pop, Rap & More)
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I. Pop Songs About Buses
1. Bus Stop by The Hollies
Artist: The Hollies
Album: Bus Stop
Year: 1966
The song is about a young man who is waiting at a bus stop for his love. He is hoping that she will come and meet him there, but she never arrives.
2. The Boy With the Thorn In His Side by The Smiths
Artist: The Smiths
Album: The Queen Is Dead
Year: 1986
The song is about a boy who is misunderstood and ridiculed by others. He has a thorn in his side that represents the pain and suffering he endures. Despite all the negativity directed towards him, he still tries to remain positive and hopeful.
3. The City by Ed Sheeran
Artist: Ed Sheeran
Album: +
Year: 2011
The City is a song by Ed Sheeran about a young man who is in love with a girl who is in love with someone else. The young man is trying to figure out what to do and how to tell the girl that he loves her.
II. Country Songs About Buses
1. 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.
2. The Weight by The Band
Artist: The Band
Album: –
Year: –
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.
3. 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.
4. I Ride an Old Paint by Woody Guthrie
Artist: Woody Guthrie
Album: –
Year: –
The song is about a man riding his horse across the country. He talks about how he has seen many things and been many places, but always comes back to his horse. He talks about how his horse is the only one who knows him and how he trusts him.
III. Christian Songs About Buses
1. Christian Lady Talkin’ On A Bus by Blaze Foley
Artist: Blaze Foley
Album: Live at the Austin Outhouse
Year: –
The song is about a woman who is talking to a man on a bus. She is telling him about her life and how she became a Christian.
2. Calvary Christian Mission Bus by Arlin Peebles
Artist: Arlin Peebles
Album: When You Need Me
Year: 2018
The song is about a Christian mission bus that takes people to church. The bus is full of people who are looking for a new start in life. They are all looking for a way to escape their past and find forgiveness. The bus is a symbol of hope and change for these people.
3. 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.
4. Get into the Bus, Aloha by Daniel Amos
Artist: Daniel Amos
Album: Songs of the Heart
Year: 1995
The song is about a bus driver who picks up a hitchhiker. The hitchhiker is a woman who is running away from her abusive husband. The bus driver helps her to escape and they eventually fall in love.
5. Christian Lady Talkin’ on a Bus by Kentucky John Clay
Artist: Kentucky John Clay
Album: Down Here Where I Am
Year: 2020
The song is about a woman who is talking to a man on a bus. She is telling him about her life and how she became a Christian. She tells him about her husband and how he left her and how she has been struggling since then. She tells him that she is going to a church service and asks if he would like to come with her.
6. Hop On the Bus by Vineyard Kids
Artist: Vineyard Kids
Album: Great Big God 3: God’s Love Is Big
Year: 2005
The song is about a group of kids who are excited to go on a bus ride together. They sing about all of the fun things they will do on the bus, like sing and dance.
7. Bus Driver by Caedmon’s Call
Artist: Caedmon’s Call
Album: Caedmon’s Call
Year: 1997
The song is about a bus driver who is driving a bus full of children. He is a very kind and caring person, and he loves his job. He is always thinking about the safety of the children on his bus, and he wants to make sure that they all get home safely.
8. The Wheels on the Bus by Raffi
Artist: Raffi
Album: –
Year: 2012
The song is about a bus full of children going to school. The wheels on the bus go round and round, the children on the bus go up and down, the children on the bus go “Woo-hoo!”
9. Hop On The Bus by Scott Underwood
Artist: Scott Underwood
Album: Winds of Worship, Vol. 8 (Live from Langley, BC)
Year: 1997
The song is about a bus driver who picks up a group of friends and takes them on a journey. The song is upbeat and has a positive message about friendship and adventure.
IV. Latest Songs About Buses
1. The Wheels on the Bus by Pinkfong
Artist: Pinkfong
Album: Sing Along with Pinkfong and Hogi 4 (BUS SONGS)
Year: 2022
The Wheels on the Bus is a song about a bus that goes around a city. The bus driver drives the bus and the passengers ride the bus. The song goes through all the different things that happen on the bus, such as the wheels going round and round, the horn honking, and the people singing.
2. School Bus Song by Little Baby Bum
Artist: Little Baby Bum
Album: Back to School
Year: 2020
The School Bus Song is a song about a school bus that picks up children to take them to school. The song is sung by a little girl who is excited to ride the bus.
3. Five Little Buses Jumping On The Road by Pinkfong
Artist: Pinkfong
Album: Sing Along with Pinkfong and Hogi 4 (BUS SONGS)
Year: 2022
This song is about five little buses that go on a road trip. They have a lot of fun along the way, jumping and singing.
4. Bus Song by Little Baby Bum
Artist: Little Baby Bum
Album: Wheels on the Bus & More Vehicle Songs!
Year: 2020
The song is about a bus that takes the children to school. The bus is big and red and the children are excited to ride it. The song is sung by a little girl and her friends.
5. The Wheels on the Bus by Nursery Rhymes
Artist: Nursery Rhymes
Album: –
Year: 2019
The Wheels on the Bus is a classic nursery rhyme that has been around for generations. It is about a bus full of children who sing and dance as they ride along.
6. China Tour Bus by Pinkfong
Artist: Pinkfong
Album: World Tour Bus Songs
Year: 2022
The song is about a group of friends who go on a tour of China. They see all the sights and sounds of the country and have a great time.
7. The Wheels on the Bus by Nursery Rhymes & Kids Songs
Artist: Nursery Rhymes & Kids Songs
Album: –
Year: 2019
The Wheels on the Bus is a children’s song about a bus going around a city. The song is sung by a group of children and is accompanied by a piano.
8. Bus Song – Different Types of Buses by Little Baby Bum
Artist: Little Baby Bum
Album: Wheels on the Bus & More Vehicle Songs!
Year: 2020
The song ‘Bus Song – Different Types of Buses by Little Baby Bum’ is a fun and educational song that teaches children about the different types of buses. The song is set to a catchy tune and is easy to sing along to. The lyrics are simple and easy to understand, making it a great song for young children to learn from.
9. Wheels on the Bus by Little Baby Bum, Go Buster
Artist: Little Baby Bum, Go Buster
Album: Nursery Rhymes 2021
Year: 2021
The song is about a bus that goes around the city. The wheels on the bus go round and round, the horn on the bus goes beep beep beep, the people on the bus go up and down, and the baby on the bus goes “Waa waa waa.”
10. Wheels On The Bus Rap by Go Buster, Little Baby Bum Nursery Rhyme Friends
Artist: Go Buster, Little Baby Bum Nursery Rhyme Friends
Album: Kids Songs with Go Buster, Vol. 2
Year: 2021
This is a fun, upbeat rap song all about the classic nursery rhyme, “The Wheels on the Bus.” The song features the Go Buster rap crew, who are joined by the Little Baby Bum Nursery Rhyme Friends. The song is all about the different things that happen on a bus, from the wheels going round and round, to the people going up and down. The song is sure to get kids moving and grooving along with the catchy beat.
V. Rock Songs About Buses
1. Bus Stop by The Hollies
Artist: The Hollies
Album: Bus Stop
Year: 1966
The song is about a young man who is waiting at a bus stop for his love. He is hoping that she will come and meet him there, but he is not sure if she will.
2. Yellow Submarine by The Beatles
Artist: The Beatles
Album: –
Year: 1966
The song is about a yellow submarine that travels under the sea. The submarine is piloted by a captain and his crew. They encounter various sea creatures, including a giant octopus. The song has a positive message about exploring the world and being open to new experiences.
3. Here Comes the Sun by The Beatles
Artist: The Beatles
Album: Abbey Road
Year: 1969
The song is about the hope that comes with the arrival of springtime.
4. Bus to Beelzebub by Soul Coughing
Artist: Soul Coughing
Album: Ruby Vroom
Year: 1994
The song is about a person’s journey to hell. They are on a bus, headed to Beelzebub, and they reflect on their life and how they got to this point. They think about all the bad things they’ve done and how they deserve to be going to hell.
5. Slow Bus Movin’ (Howard Beach Party) by Fishbone
Artist: Fishbone
Album: Truth and Soul
Year: 1988
The song is about a party that is happening at a slow pace.
6. Back o da Bus by Limp Bizkit
Artist: Limp Bizkit
Album: Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water
Year: 2000
The song is about a girl who is riding the bus home from school, and she is thinking about the boy she likes. She is trying to figure out how to tell him that she likes him.
7. Thunder Road by Bruce Springsteen
Artist: Bruce Springsteen
Album: Live 1975–85
Year: 1986
The song is about a man who is down on his luck and is trying to make a fresh start with a new love. He is trying to convince her to come with him and start a new life together.
8. Brief Bus Stop by Ani DiFranco
Artist: Ani DiFranco
Album: Not So Soft
Year: 1991
The song is about a woman who is waiting at a bus stop and thinking about the man she loves. She is wondering if he is thinking about her and if he will ever come back to her.
9. The Wheels on the Bus by Raffi
Artist: Raffi
Album: –
Year: 2012
The song is about a bus full of children going to school. The wheels on the bus go round and round, the children on the bus go up and down, the children on the bus go “Woo-hoo!”
10. The City with No Children by Arcade Fire
Artist: Arcade Fire
Album: The Suburbs
Year: 2010
The City with No Children is a song by Arcade Fire about a city that has been abandoned by its children. The city is left to the adults who are left behind to fend for themselves. The song is about the city’s decline and the adults’ struggle to survive.
11. Kiss Me on the Bus by The Replacements
Artist: The Replacements
Album: Tim
Year: 1985
Kiss Me on the Bus is a song by The Replacements. It was released in 1985 as the second single from the band’s album Tim. The song peaked at number 35 on the Billboard Hot 100.
12. On the Bus Mall by The Decemberists
Artist: The Decemberists
Album: Picaresque
Year: 2005
“On the Bus Mall” is a song by The Decemberists about a group of friends who spend their days hanging out on the bus mall in Portland, Oregon. They drink, smoke, and flirt with girls, and generally just have a good time. The song is lighthearted and fun, and the friends seem to genuinely enjoy each other’s company.
13. Mark on the Bus by Beastie Boys
Artist: Beastie Boys
Album: Check Your Head
Year: 1992
The song is about a guy who is riding the bus and sees a girl that he is attracted to. He tries to talk to her, but she is not interested in him.
14. Magic Bus by The Who
Artist: The Who
Album: –
Year: 1967
The song is about a bus that takes the narrator on a magical journey. The bus takes him to different places, including the seaside and the countryside. The bus is also magical because it can fly.
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VI. R&B Songs About Buses
1. Double Dutch Bus by Frankie Smith
Artist: Frankie Smith
Album: Double Dutch Bus
Year: 1981
The song is about a bus that drives through a neighborhood picking up kids to take them to school. The kids on the bus are from all different backgrounds and cultures, and they all have their own way of dancing.
2. Rain by Nicole Bus
Artist: Nicole Bus
Album: KAIROS
Year: 2019
The song is about a woman who is in a relationship with a man who is always working and never has time for her. She is tired of being second best and decides to leave him.
3. Get On The Bus by Destiny’s Child
Artist: Destiny’s Child
Album: –
Year: 1998
The song is about a group of friends who are going on a road trip together. They are all excited about the trip and are looking forward to the adventure.
4. Get on the Bus by Destiny’s Child
Artist: Destiny’s Child
Album: –
Year: 1998
The song is about a group of friends who are going on a road trip together. They are all excited about the trip and are looking forward to the adventure.
5. I Missed The Bus by Kris Kross
Artist: Kris Kross
Album: Totally Krossed Out
Year: 1992
I Missed The Bus is a song about a young man who regrets missing his chance at success. He was given an opportunity to ride the bus to success, but he missed it. Now he is stuck riding the bus to nowhere.
6. I Can See Clearly Now by Jimmy Cliff
Artist: Jimmy Cliff
Album: Cool Runnings
Year: 1993
I Can See Clearly Now by Jimmy Cliff is a song about how the singer has finally been able to see clearly after going through a tough time. He talks about how he can see the good in life and how he is grateful for what he has.
7. (Are You Ready) Do the Bus Stop by The Fatback Band
Artist: The Fatback Band
Album: Raising Hell
Year: 1975
The Fatback Band’s “(Are You Ready) Do the Bus Stop” is a disco song about dancing at the bus stop. The song was released in 1975 and peaked at number 37 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
8. Wheels on the Bus by Desmond Dennis
Artist: Desmond Dennis
Album: Cool Kids Jams
Year: 2018
The song is about a bus that takes children to school. The wheels on the bus go round and round, the doors open and close, the children wave goodbye to their parents, and the bus goes up and down the street.
9. The Wanderer by Dion DiMucci
Artist: Dion DiMucci
Album: Runaround Sue
Year: 1961
The song is about a man who is a wanderer and has no home. He has been everywhere and seen everything. He is tired of moving around and wants to find a place to settle down.
10. Magic Bus by The Who
Artist: The Who
Album: –
Year: 1967
The song is about a bus that takes the narrator on a magical journey. The bus takes him to different places, including the seaside and the countryside. The bus is also magical because it can fly.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bl9bvuAV-Ao
11. The Wheels on the Bus by Raffi
Artist: Raffi
Album: –
Year: 2012
The song is about a bus full of children going to school. The wheels on the bus go round and round, the children on the bus go up and down, the children on the bus go “Woo-hoo!”
12. Are You Ready by The Fatback Band
Artist: The Fatback Band
Album: Raising Hell
Year: 1975
The Fatback Band’s “Are You Ready” is a fun, funky song that encourages listeners to get up and dance. The song features a catchy beat and positive lyrics that will make anyone want to get up and move.
VII. Rap Songs About Buses
1. Bus to Beelzebub by Soul Coughing
Artist: Soul Coughing
Album: Ruby Vroom
Year: 1994
The song is about a person’s journey to hell. They are on a bus, headed to Beelzebub, and they reflect on their life and how they got to this point. They think about all the bad things they’ve done and how they deserve to be going to hell.
2. Back o da Bus by Limp Bizkit
Artist: Limp Bizkit
Album: Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water
Year: 2000
The song is about a girl who is riding the bus home from school, and she is thinking about the boy she likes. She is trying to figure out how to tell him that she likes him.
3. I Missed The Bus by Kris Kross
Artist: Kris Kross
Album: Totally Krossed Out
Year: 1992
I Missed The Bus is a song about a young man who regrets missing his chance at success. He was given an opportunity to ride the bus to success, but he missed it. Now he is stuck riding the bus to nowhere.
4. Double Dutch Bus by Frankie Smith
Artist: Frankie Smith
Album: Double Dutch Bus
Year: 1981
The song is about a bus that drives through a neighborhood picking up kids to take them to school. The kids on the bus are from all different backgrounds and cultures, and they all have their own way of dancing.
5. Wheels On the Bus Rap by Jack Hartmann
Artist: Jack Hartmann
Album: Rhyming to Read
Year: 2006
This song is a rap about the wheels on the bus. It talks about how the wheels go round and round, the horn goes beep beep, the wipers go swish swish, and the people go up and down.
6. Do the Bus a Bus by Busta Rhymes
Artist: Busta Rhymes
Album: Extinction Level Event: The Final World Front
Year: 1998
The song is about a group of friends who take a bus to a party. They have a great time and when they get back on the bus, they find that the bus driver has left them. They have to find their own way home.
7. Wheels On The Bus Rap by Go Buster, Little Baby Bum Nursery Rhyme Friends
Artist: Go Buster, Little Baby Bum Nursery Rhyme Friends
Album: Kids Songs with Go Buster, Vol. 2
Year: 2021
This is a fun, upbeat rap song all about the classic nursery rhyme, “The Wheels on the Bus.” The song features the Go Buster rap crew, who are joined by the Little Baby Bum Nursery Rhyme Friends. The song is all about the different things that happen on a bus, from the wheels going round and round, to the people going up and down. The song is sure to get kids moving and grooving along with the catchy beat.
8. The Bus Song by The Coup
Artist: The Coup
Album: Genocide & Juice
Year: 1994
The Coup’s “The Bus Song” is a song about public transportation and the struggles of those who rely on it. The song highlights the lack of investment in public transportation, which disproportionately affects low-income people and people of color. The song also criticizes the privatization of public transportation, which has led to higher fares and fewer routes.
9. Mark on the Bus by Beastie Boys
Artist: Beastie Boys
Album: Check Your Head
Year: 1992
The song is about a guy who is riding the bus and sees a girl that he is attracted to. He tries to talk to her, but she is not interested in him.
10. Bus Ride by Mos Def
Artist: Mos Def
Album: Black on Both Sides
Year: 1999
The song is about a bus ride that Def takes from Brooklyn to Manhattan. He talks about how he sees the city and the people around him.
11. Bus That by Hopsin
Artist: Hopsin
Album: Bus That
Year: 2017
The song ‘Bus That’ by Hopsin is about a bus driver who is taking kids to school. He talks about how he loves his job and how he loves the kids. He also talks about how he has to deal with the traffic and the parents.
12. The Bus by MF DOOM
Artist: MF DOOM
Album: Mm..Food
Year: 2004
The Bus is a song by MF DOOM about a bus that takes him away from his home. He talks about how the bus takes him away from his friends and family, and how it takes him to a place where he doesn’t know anyone. He also talks about how the bus is always moving, and how it never stops.
13. Busa Rhyme by Eminem, Missy Elliott
Artist: Eminem, Missy Elliott
Album: Da Real World
Year: 1999
“Busa Rhyme” is a song by American rapper Eminem and American singer Missy Elliott. It was released on May 25, 1999, as the fourth and final single from Eminem’s debut studio album The Slim Shady LP (1999). The song features a fast-paced rap by Eminem, with Missy Elliott adding vocals to the chorus. The song is produced by Dr. Dre and Mel-Man.
The song is about Eminem’s girlfriend at the time, Kim Scott. He raps about how he wants to have sex with her, but she is not interested. Missy Elliott’s vocals in the chorus talk about how she is not interested in sex either, and how she just wants to be friends with Eminem.
The song was not a commercial success, but it received positive reviews from music critics. Many praised Eminem’s rapping abilities, and some praised Missy Elliott’s chorus.
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