76 Songs About College (Pop, Rap & More)

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76 Songs About College (Pop, Rap & More)

I. Country Songs About College

1. All My Friends Say by Luke Bryan

Artist: Luke Bryan
Album: I’ll Stay Me
Year: 2007

The song is about a guy who is partying too hard and his friends are telling him to slow down.

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2. I Don’t Wanna Go to Bed by Simple Plan

Artist: Simple Plan
Album: Taking One for the Team
Year: 2016

The song is about a person who does not want to go to bed because they do not want the day to end. The person is having a good time and does not want it to end.

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3. 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.

4. Havana by Camila Cabello

Artist: Camila Cabello
Album: Camila
Year: 2018

The song is about a young woman’s love affair with a older man. She is from Havana, Cuba and he is from the United States. They meet and fall in love, but eventually have to part ways.

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5. We’re Going to Be Friends by The White Stripes

Artist: The White Stripes
Album: White Blood Cells
Year:

The song is about a young boy and girl who are best friends. They do everything together and are always there for each other.

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6. The Boys of Fall by Kenny Chesney

Artist: Kenny Chesney
Album: Hemingway’s Whiskey
Year: 2010

The song is about a group of friends who love to play football together. They have all grown up together and have always been there for each other. Even though they are all grown up now, they still have the same bond that they had when they were kids.

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II. Christian Songs About College

1. I Can Only Imagine by MercyMe

Artist: MercyMe
Album: The Worship Project
Year: 1999

The song is about a person imagining what it will be like to be in heaven. The person imagines being in a beautiful place with no more pain or suffering. They imagine being reunited with loved ones who have died and being able to worship God freely. The song is a reminder that even though we don’t know what heaven will be like, we can trust that it will be better than anything we can imagine.

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2. Amazing Grace by Il Divo

Artist: Il Divo
Album: The Promise
Year: 2008

Il Divo is a classical crossover group that formed in 2003. The group has released eight albums, with their first album, “Il Divo,” being the most successful. “Amazing Grace” is a song off of their first album. The song is a cover of the traditional Christian hymn of the same name. The song is sung in English, Spanish, and Latin.

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3. Be Thou My Vision by Audrey Assad

Artist: Audrey Assad
Album: Inheritance
Year: 2016

The song is a prayer for God to be our vision, and to guide us through life. It is based on an old Irish hymn, and is a beautiful and peaceful song.

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4. In Christ Alone by Keith Getty, Stuart Townend

Artist: Keith Getty, Stuart Townend
Album: Here I Am to Worship
Year: 2003

The song is about the beauty and wonder of Jesus Christ, and how He is the only one who can provide hope and salvation. The lyrics express the deep love and admiration the artist has for Christ, and how He is the only one who can provide true peace and happiness.

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5. The Stand by Hillsong UNITED

Artist: Hillsong UNITED
Album: United We Stand
Year: 2006

The song is about continuing to stand even when the world around us is crumbling. It talks about how God is our foundation and our hope, and how He will never leave us even when everything else does. The song is a reminder that we need to keep our eyes on God and not on the things of this world.

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6. 10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord) by Matt Redman, Steve Angrisano

Artist: Matt Redman, Steve Angrisano
Album: Spirit & Song: Disc M
Year: 2013

The song is a worship song about how there are 10,000 reasons to bless the Lord. The song talks about how the Lord is good and how he is worthy of our praise. The song is a reminder that no matter what we are going through in life, we should always remember to bless the Lord.

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7. Oceans (Where Feet May Fail) by Hillsong UNITED

Artist: Hillsong UNITED
Album: Zion
Year: 2013

The song is about continuing to walk through life even when the going gets tough. It talks about how the oceans may seem like they are too big to cross, but with faith, anything is possible. The song is a reminder that God is always there for us, no matter what.

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8. Mighty to Save by Reuben Morgan, Ben Fielding

Artist: Reuben Morgan, Ben Fielding
Album: Choose Christ 2009, Vol. 5
Year: 2008

The song Mighty to Save is a worship song written by Reuben Morgan and Ben Fielding. The song is based on the story of the Good Samaritan and is about how Jesus is our rescuer and redeemer. The song talks about how Jesus came to save us from our sin and how He is mighty to save.

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III. Latest Songs About College

1. I Hate College by Sammy Adams

Artist: Sammy Adams
Album: I Hate College
Year:

The song is about a college student who hates college because he is not able to party and have fun like he did in high school. He is also struggling with his studies and is homesick.

2. Engine Ki Seeti by Resmi Sateesh, Sunidhi Chauhan

Artist: Resmi Sateesh, Sunidhi Chauhan
Album:
Year: 2017

The song is about a woman who is very excited about her upcoming marriage. She is eager to get married and is already planning her wedding night. She is sure that her husband will be very pleased with her performance.

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3. Dil Cheez Tujhe Dedi by Ankit Tiwari, Arijit Singh

Artist: Ankit Tiwari, Arijit Singh
Album:
Year: 2019

The song is about a man who is madly in love with a woman. He is willing to do anything for her, and he is telling her that he will always be there for her.

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4. College Wale Yaar by Harf Cheema

Artist: Harf Cheema
Album: College Wale Yaar
Year: 2020

The song is about a group of friends who are all going to college together. They are all excited about the future and their friendship.

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5. Mr. Brightside by The Killers

Artist: The Killers
Album: Hot Fuss
Year: 2004

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 be positive, but he is worried that the woman will never love him back.

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6. School Spirit by Kanye West by New School Critics

Artist: New School Critics
Album:
Year:

“School Spirit” is a song by American hip hop artist Kanye West, released as the third single from his debut album The College Dropout (2004). The track features a sample of the school fight song from the film The Breakfast Club (1985). “School Spirit” was met with mixed reviews from music critics. Some praised the production and West’s rapping, while others criticized the use of the school fight song sample and deemed the track as one of the weaker songs on The College Dropout. The single peaked at number 79 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.

7. College by Mankirt Aulakh

Artist: Mankirt Aulakh
Album: College
Year: 2019

The song is about a young man who is leaving home to go to college. He is excited about the new opportunities and experiences that await him, but he is also sad to be leaving his family and friends behind. The song is a mix of both happy and sad emotions, and it captures the feeling of both excitement and nostalgia that comes with leaving home for the first time.

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8. College Life by Parbh

Artist: Parbh
Album:
Year:

The song is about the college life and how it is different from the school life. The song talks about the freedom that the college life provides and how it is a time to enjoy and learn new things.

9. Back to School by Kendrick Lamar

Artist: Kendrick Lamar
Album: Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers
Year: 2022

The song is about Kendrick Lamar’s experience going back to school. He talks about how he was bullied and how he overcame it. He also talks about how he is now a successful rapper and how he is able to help others who are going through the same thing.

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IV. Pop Songs About College

1. Graduation (Friends Forever) by Vitamin C

Artist: Vitamin C
Album: Vitamin C
Year: 1999

The song is about a group of friends who are graduating from high school and going their separate ways. They all know that they will always be friends, no matter what happens.

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2. I Will Remember You by Sarah McLachlan

Artist: Sarah McLachlan
Album: Fumbling Towards Ecstasy
Year: 1993

The song is about a couple who is breaking up and the woman is asking the man to remember her.

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3. Graduate by Third Eye Blind

Artist: Third Eye Blind
Album: Third Eye Blind
Year: 1997

The song is about a high school graduate who is unsure about what to do next in his life. He is in a relationship with a girl who is also unsure about her future. The song is about the uncertainty of the future and the fear of not being able to make it on your own.

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4. I’ll Be There for You by The Rembrandts

Artist: The Rembrandts
Album: L.P.
Year: 1995

The song is about a friends being there for each other no matter what.

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5. Don’t Look Back in Anger by Oasis

Artist: Oasis
Album: (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?
Year: 1995

The song is about not dwelling on the past and not being angry about things that have happened. It is about moving on and looking to the future.

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6. Dancing on My Own by Calum Scott

Artist: Calum Scott
Album: Dancing on My Own
Year: 2016

The song is about a person who is dancing alone in a club, and feeling sad because they are alone.

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7. All Night Longer by Sammy Adams. SammyAdamsVEVO

Artist: Sammy Adams. SammyAdamsVEVO
Album:
Year:

The song is about a guy who is trying to convince a girl to stay with him for the night. He tells her that he will make it worth her while and promises her a good time.

8. School Spirit by Topic

Artist: Topic
Album:
Year:

The song is about the various aspects of school spirit, including loyalty to one’s team, school, and classmates. It also discusses the importance of academics and how they can help one succeed in life.

9. Campus by Vampire Weekend. Autumn3n

Artist: Vampire Weekend. Autumn3n
Album:
Year:

The song is about a young person’s experience of college life and the ups and downs that come with it. The song mentions specific places on campus, including the library and the quad, and talks about the excitement and energy of college life, as well as the sometimes overwhelming feeling of being surrounded by so many people.

10. We Looked Like Giants by Death Cab for Cutie

Artist: Death Cab for Cutie
Album: Transatlanticism
Year: 2003

The song is about a young couple in love who are forced to part ways. They reminisce about all the happy moments they shared together and how they looked like giants in love. Even though they are now apart, they still love each other and hope to meet again someday.

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11. Schoolin’ Life by Topic

Artist: Topic
Album:
Year:

The song is about the speaker’s experience in school and how it has changed their life. They talk about how they used to be a good student but now they are struggling. They mention how their friends have all left them behind and how they are now alone.

12. College Boy by J. Cole

Artist: J. Cole
Album: The Come Up
Year: 2007

The song is about a young man’s experience in college. He talks about the struggles and the joys of college life. He also talks about how he is trying to find his way in life and how he is learning from his experiences.

V. R&B Songs About College

1. Started From the Bottom by Drake

Artist: Drake
Album: Nothing Was the Same
Year: 2013

The song is about Drake’s journey to becoming successful. He starts by talking about how he used to be poor and had to hustle to make ends meet. He then talks about how he’s made it to the top and is now living the good life. The song is motivational and encourages people to never give up on their dreams.

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2. Buy U a Drank (Shawty Snappin’) by T-Pain

Artist: T-Pain
Album: Epiphany
Year: 2007

The song is about a guy who is trying to buy a girl a drink at a club in order to hook up with her. He is trying to impress her by buying her an expensive drink, but she is not interested and ends up leaving with someone else.

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3. I’m So Excited by The Pointer Sisters

Artist: The Pointer Sisters
Album: So Excited!
Year: 1982

The song is about being excited for something, whether it be a party or a new relationship. The lyrics are upbeat and positive, and the overall tone of the song is one of happiness.

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4. I Love College by Asher Roth

Artist: Asher Roth
Album: Asleep in the Bread Aisle
Year: 2009

I Love College is a song by Asher Roth about the joys of attending college. The song talks about the partying and socializing that college students enjoy, and how they don’t have to worry about responsibilities or the future. Roth encourages listeners to enjoy their time in college, because it’s a time when they can truly be carefree.

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5. Young Dumb & Broke by Khalid

Artist: Khalid
Album: American Teen
Year: 2017

The song is about young love and the struggles that come with it. It talks about how young love is often reckless and how it can be hard to let go when it doesn’t work out.

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6. College Girl by Travis Porter

Artist: Travis Porter
Album: Music Money Magnums
Year: 2011

The song is about a college girl who the singer is interested in. He talks about how she is always busy with school and her social life, but he is hoping that he can spend some time with her.

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7. College Boy by J. Cole

Artist: J. Cole
Album: The Come Up
Year: 2007

The song is about a young man’s experience in college. He talks about the struggles and the joys of college life. He also talks about how he is trying to find his way in life and how he is learning from his experiences.

8. School Spirit by Ye

Artist: Ye
Album: The College Dropout
Year: 2004

The song is about the importance of school spirit. It talks about how school spirit can make a difference in a person’s life and how it can help them succeed.

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9. College Girls by Ludacris

Artist: Ludacris
Album: Word Of Mouf
Year: 2001

The song is about how college girls are easy to get with and how they will do anything to get attention.

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VI. Rap Songs About College

1. A Milli by Lil Wayne

Artist: Lil Wayne
Album: Tha Carter III
Year: 2008

The song is about Lil Wayne’s wealth and success. He brags about his expensive cars and clothes and how he can buy anything he wants. He also talks about his haters and how they can’t do anything to stop him from being successful.

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2. I Don’t Like by Chief Keef

Artist: Chief Keef
Album: Once Upon a Time in 2012
Year: 2012

The song is about Keef’s hatred for a number of things, including school, the police, and people who don’t like him.

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3. I’m So Hood by DJ Khaled

Artist: DJ Khaled
Album: We the Best
Year: 2007

This song is about how DJ Khaled is the best at what he does and how he is better than all the other rappers out there. He is from the hood and he knows how to survive and thrive in that environment. He is also very proud of his accomplishments and how far he has come.

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4. I Love College by Asher Roth

Artist: Asher Roth
Album: Asleep in the Bread Aisle
Year: 2009

I Love College is a song by Asher Roth about the joys of attending college. The song talks about the partying and socializing that college students enjoy, and how they don’t have to worry about responsibilities or the future. Roth encourages listeners to enjoy their time in college, because it’s a time when they can truly be carefree.

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5. Bitch, Don’t Kill My Vibe by Kendrick Lamar

Artist: Kendrick Lamar
Album: good kid, m.A.A.d city
Year: 2012

The song is about not letting anyone kill your good vibes, or bring you down. No matter what people say or do, you should always stay positive.

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6. Peso by A$AP Rocky

Artist: A$AP Rocky
Album: Live. Love. ASAP
Year: 2011

The song ‘Peso’ by A$AP Rocky is a hip hop track that talks about the rapper’s wealth and success. He brags about his cars, his clothes, and his life of luxury, and how he’s made it all thanks to his talent and hard work.

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7. All Falls Down by Ye

Artist: Ye
Album: The College Dropout
Year: 2004

“All Falls Down” is a song by American hip hop artist Kanye West. It was released as the third single from his debut album, The College Dropout. The song features singer-songwriter Syleena Johnson and is produced by West. The song is about materialism and its effects on African Americans.

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8. Thrift Shop by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis

Artist: Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
Album: The Heist (Deluxe Edition)
Year: 2012

The song is about Macklemore’s love for thrift shops and how they are better than high-end stores. He talks about how he can find cool clothes for cheap prices, and how he doesn’t care what other people think about his style.

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9. Started from the Bottom by Drake

Artist: Drake
Album: Nothing Was the Same
Year: 2013

“Started from the Bottom” is a song by Canadian rapper Drake, released as the first single from his third studio album Nothing Was the Same. The song peaked at number six on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming Drake’s highest-charting single in the United States at the time. The song samples the drum intro of “Love You Down” by American R&B group Guy.

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10. No Lie by 2 Chainz

Artist: 2 Chainz
Album: Based on a T.R.U. Story
Year: 2012

“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.

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11. Scholarship by Juicy J

Artist: Juicy J
Album: Stay Trippy
Year: 2013

The song is about Juicy J’s success in spite of his humble beginnings. He talks about how he was able to get a scholarship to college, and how he was able to make something of himself despite not having much growing up. He encourages listeners to never give up on their dreams, and to always keep pushing forward no matter what.

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12. School Spirit by Ye

Artist: Ye
Album: The College Dropout
Year: 2004

The song is about the importance of school spirit. It talks about how school spirit can make a difference in a person’s life and how it can help them succeed.

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13. College Boy by J. Cole

Artist: J. Cole
Album: The Come Up
Year: 2007

The song is about a young man’s experience in college. He talks about the struggles and the joys of college life. He also talks about how he is trying to find his way in life and how he is learning from his experiences.

14. Jordan Belfort by Wes Walker, Dyl

Artist: Wes Walker, Dyl
Album: Jordan Belfort
Year: 2015

The song ‘Jordan Belfort’ by Wes Walker, Dyl is about the life of stockbroker Jordan Belfort, who was convicted of fraud and spent time in prison. The song describes how Belfort made his fortune by scamming people, and how he eventually lost everything.

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15. All Night Longer by Sammy Adams

Artist: Sammy Adams
Album: The Long Way
Year: 2016

The song is about a guy who is trying to hook up with a girl at a party. He is telling her that he is going to make her feel good all night long.

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16. Back to School by Kendrick Lamar

Artist: Kendrick Lamar
Album: Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers
Year: 2022

The song is about Kendrick Lamar’s experience going back to school. He talks about how he was bullied and how he overcame it. He also talks about how he is now a successful rapper and how he is able to help others who are going through the same thing.

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17. I Hate College by Sammy Adams

Artist: Sammy Adams
Album: I Hate College
Year:

The song is about a college student who hates college because he is not able to party and have fun like he did in high school. He is also struggling with his studies and is homesick.

VII. Rock Songs About College

1. The Middle by Jimmy Eat World

Artist: Jimmy Eat World
Album: Bleed American
Year: 2001

The Middle is a song by Jimmy Eat World about a relationship that is falling apart. The song is told from the perspective of the person who is being left behind. The song is about the feeling of being trapped in the middle of a relationship that is falling apart.

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2. The Freshmen by The Verve Pipe

Artist: The Verve Pipe
Album: Villains
Year: 1996

The song is about a high school student who is struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts. He is trying to cope with the pressure of being a teenager and the expectations that come with it. The song is a cry for help, and it is hoping that someone will listen and understand what he is going through.

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3. In My Life by The Beatles

Artist: The Beatles
Album: Rubber Soul
Year: 1965

In My Life is a song by The Beatles that was released in 1965 on their album Rubber Soul. The song is about the narrator looking back on his life and all the different people and experiences that have shaped him. He reflects on how, even though some of those people are no longer in his life, they have all left a lasting impression.

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4. Wherever You Will Go by The Calling

Artist: The Calling
Album: Camino Palmero
Year: 2001

The song is about a person who is in love and is willing to go wherever their partner wants to go. They are willing to follow them to the ends of the earth and will always be there for them.

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5. School’s Out by Alice Cooper

Artist: Alice Cooper
Album: School’s Out
Year: 1972

The song is about the end of the school year and the beginning of summer vacation. The speaker is excited about the prospect of no school and all the freedom that comes with it. He talks about how he’s going to do everything he’s been wanting to do all year, from staying up late to sleeping in. The song is upbeat and celebratory, with a sense of anticipation for the summer months ahead.

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6. Graduate by Third Eye Blind

Artist: Third Eye Blind
Album: Third Eye Blind
Year: 1997

The song is about a high school graduate who is unsure about what to do next in his life. He is in a relationship with a girl who is also unsure about her future. The song is about the uncertainty of the future and the fear of not being able to make it on your own.

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7. With or Without You by U2

Artist: U2
Album: The Joshua Tree
Year: 1987

The song is about a relationship that is in trouble. The singer is trying to figure out what to do, and whether it is worth trying to save the relationship or not.

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8. 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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9. Going Away to College by Blink-182

Artist: Blink-182
Album: Enema of the State
Year: 1999

The song is about a person leaving for college and the mixed feelings that come with it. On one hand, they are excited for the new adventure and opportunities that await them. On the other hand, they are sad to be leaving their friends and family behind. The song is a mix of both happy and sad emotions.

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10. College Kids by Relient K

Artist: Relient K
Album: Two Lefts Don’t Make a Right…but Three Do
Year: 2003

The song is about college kids and their crazy lifestyles. It talks about how they party all the time and how they don’t care about anything else. It also mentions how they are always changing their majors and how they never seem to graduate.

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11. The Freshman by The Verve Pipe

Artist: The Verve Pipe
Album: Sweet Land Of Irony (Live Kalamazoo, Michigan ’93 Impact89 FM Broadcast)
Year: 2020

The Freshman is a song by The Verve Pipe about a young man’s experience starting college. He is nervous and unsure of himself, but he is also excited for the new opportunities and experiences that await him. The song is a mix of optimism and insecurity, and ultimately ends on a hopeful note.

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12. Bittersweet Symphony by The Verve

Artist: The Verve
Album: Urban Hymns
Year: 1997

The song is about the struggles of life and how they can take their toll on a person. The lyrics talk about how life can be full of ups and downs, and how it can be hard to keep going when things get tough. Despite all of the hardships, the song still has an uplifting message, and encourages the listener to keep going.

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13. Mr. Brightside by The Killers

Artist: The Killers
Album: Hot Fuss
Year: 2004

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 be positive, but he is worried that the woman will never love him back.

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14. Campus by Vampire Weekend

Artist: Vampire Weekend
Album: Vampire Weekend
Year: 2008

The song is about college life and the experiences of students on campus. It talks about the excitement of being in college and the things that students do on campus. It also talks about the struggles that students face while in college.

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15. How He Loves Us by John Mark McMillan

Artist: John Mark McMillan
Album: The Song Inside the Sounds of Breaking Down: Deluxe Reissue
Year: 2005

The song is a love song about how God loves us. It talks about how God is always there for us, even when we don’t deserve it. It is a very powerful song that is sure to touch your heart.

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16. We Looked Like Giants by Death Cab for Cutie

Artist: Death Cab for Cutie
Album: Transatlanticism
Year: 2003

The song is about a young couple in love who are forced to part ways. They reminisce about all the happy moments they shared together and how they looked like giants in love. Even though they are now apart, they still love each other and hope to meet again someday.

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