62 Songs About Cops (Pop, Rap & More)
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I. Christian Songs About Cops
1. I Can Only Imagine by MercyMe
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.
2. Blessed Be Your Name by Matt Redman
The song is about praising God for who He is and what He has done. It is a song of thanksgiving and worship.
3. How Great Is Our God by Chris Tomlin
The song is a worship song that talks about how great God is. It talks about how God is above everything and how He is the one who created everything.
4. Mighty to Save by Hillsong Worship
The song Mighty to Save by Hillsong Worship is a powerful song about the saving power of God. The song starts out with a strong declaration of faith that God is mighty to save us from our sins. It then goes on to talk about how God is our refuge and strength in times of trouble. The song ends with a powerful declaration of faith that God is worthy of all our praise.
5. Hosanna by Hillsong Worship
The song is a worship song that talks about how we are saved by grace and how we need to keep our eyes on Jesus.
6. In Christ Alone by Passion Conferences
The song is about the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross and how His love for us is everlasting. It talks about how we are saved by grace through faith in Him and how His death has paid for our sins. The song is a reminder that we are never alone because Christ is always with us.
7. Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) by Chris Tomlin
The song is about the speaker being set free from their chains by the grace of God. The speaker talks about how they were once lost, but now they are found and their chains are gone. They are now free to live their life for God.
8. Give Thanks by Don Moen
The song is about giving thanks to God for all the blessings in one’s life.
9. Lord, I Lift Your Name on High by Rick Founds
Rick Founds’ song “Lord, I Lift Your Name on High” is a praise and worship song that exalts the Lord’s name. The song is based on Psalm 34:3, which says, “Praise the Lord, for the Lord is good; sing praise to his name, for that is pleasant.” The song is a simple, yet powerful, declaration of faith that God is good and worthy of praise.
10. You Are My King (Amazing Love) by Newsboys
The song is a worship song about how Jesus is our King and how Amazing His love is for us.
II. Pop Songs About Cops
1. The Heat Is On by Glenn Frey
The song is about a man who is trying to make it in the music industry. He is working hard and trying to get ahead, but he is also dealing with the pressure of the industry.
2. I Fought the Law by The Clash
The song is about a man who breaks the law and is pursued by the police. He is eventually caught and put in jail. The song is a commentary on the justice system and how it can be unfair.
3. F*ck You by Lily Allen
“F*ck You” is a song by Lily Allen, released as a single in 2009. The song is a response to the global financial crisis, and specifically targets bankers and other people in positions of power who were responsible for the crisis. The song was a commercial success, reaching the top 10 in several countries, and won the Ivor Novello Award for Best Contemporary Song.
4. Copacabana by Barry Manilow
The song is about a man who is reminiscing about a lost love from the Copacabana night club. He remembers all of the good times they had together and how happy they were. He is now alone and regrets letting her go.
III. Country Songs About Cops
1. Folsom Prison Blues by Johnny Cash
“Folsom Prison Blues” is a song written and recorded in 1955 by American country music singer-songwriter Johnny Cash. The song combines elements from two popular folk styles, the train song and the prison song, and was inspired by Cash’s time in Folsom State Prison. The song was one of Cash’s signature songs and was often performed live.
2. I Fought the Law by The Clash
The song is about a man who breaks the law and is pursued by the police. He is eventually caught and put in jail. The song is a commentary on the justice system and how it can be unfair.
3. Cop Car by Keith Urban
“Cop Car” is a song by Keith Urban about a young couple who steal a police car and go on a joyride. They eventually get pulled over by the cops, but the girl manages to talk her way out of it. The song is a light-hearted look at a rebellious act.
4. Highway Patrol by Junior Brown
The song tells the story of a man who is pulled over by the highway patrol. The man is nervous and doesn’t know what to do. The patrolman tells the man to put his hands up and the man does as he’s told. The patrolman then asks the man for his license and registration. The man gives the patrolman his information and the patrolman tells the man to step out of the car. The man does as he’s told and the patrolman asks the man if he has anything in his pockets. The man says no and the patrolman tells the man to empty his pockets. The man does as he’s told and the patrolman finds a gun in the man’s pocket. The patrolman tells the man to put his hands up and the man does as he’s told. The patrolman then asks the man what he was doing with the gun. The man says he was going to shoot himself. The patrolman tells the man to put the gun down and the man does as he’s told. The patrolman then handcuff the man and puts him in the back of his patrol car. The man is taken to jail and the song ends with the man telling the patrolman that he’s never going to shoot himself again.
5. In the Heat of the Night by Ray Charles
The song is about a man who is out in the city on a hot night, looking for someone to talk to. He is hoping to find someone who can help him forget about the heat and the night.
6. Cops by Thanatos
The song is about the police and their use of force. It talks about how the police are supposed to protect and serve the people, but sometimes they abuse their power. The song also talks about how the police are sometimes corrupt and how they sometimes target minority groups.
IV. Rock Songs About Cops
1. Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap by AC/DC
The song is about a man who will do any dirty deed for the right price. He is a mercenary who will kill, steal, or cheat for the right price. He is a cold-blooded criminal who does not care about the consequences of his actions.
2. The Boys Are Back in Town by Thin Lizzy
The song is about a group of friends who have reunited and are ready to have a good time. They are excited to be back together and are ready to party.
3. The Streets of Philadelphia by Bruce Springsteen
The song is about the struggles of life in the city, and how even though things are tough, there is still hope.
4. Walk on the Wild Side by Lou Reed
The song is about the various characters that Lou Reed encountered while he was growing up in New York City. He talks about their struggles and how they managed to survive on the streets.
5. Sweet Child o’ Mine by Guns N’ Roses
The song is about a young couple in love. The girl is the singer’s “sweet child”, and the boy is the one who makes her happy. The song is written from the perspective of the girl, and she talks about how she loves him and how she will always be there for him.
6. Cop Killer by Body Count
The song is about a killer who is targeting police officers. The killer is angry at the police for what they have done to his community, and he is out for revenge. The song is full of rage and violence, and it makes it clear that the killer is not going to stop until he has killed as many police officers as possible.
7. Mrs. Officer by Lil Wayne
The song is about a man who is in love with a police officer. He talks about how she is always working and how he wishes he could spend more time with her.
8. I Fought the Law by The Clash
The song is about a man who breaks the law and is pursued by the police. He is eventually caught and put in jail. The song is a commentary on the justice system and how it can be unfair.
9. New York City Cops by The Strokes
The song is about the police force in New York City and how they are often corrupt. The lyrics talk about how the police often mistreat people, especially minorities. The song also talks about how the police are often violent and how they often get away with it.
10. Lose This Skin by The Clash
The song is about a person who is struggling with their identity. They feel like they are losing themselves and they don’t know who they are anymore. The song is about trying to find yourself and not letting anyone else control you.
11. Roxanne by Sting
The song is about a man who is in love with a prostitute. He is trying to convince her to leave her life of prostitution and come away with him.
12. Highway Patrolman by Johnny Cash
The song is about a highway patrolman who is forced to kill a man who he knows and likes in order to do his job. The patrolman is left with a lot of guilt and regret after the incident.
13. Dream Police by Cheap Trick
The song is about a group of people who are being chased by the dream police. They are trying to escape from them and are trying to find a way to get away from them.
14. Police Truck by Dead Kennedys
“Police Truck” is a song by American punk rock band Dead Kennedys. It was released as a single in 1980 on Alternative Tentacles. The song is about police brutality and corruption.
15. God’s Cop by Happy Mondays
The song is about a cop who is fed up with his job and the corruption he sees around him. He’s ready to quit, but he’s not sure what he’ll do next.
16. Message in a Bottle by The Police
The song is about a man who is sending a message in a bottle out to sea, in the hopes that it will reach someone who can help him. He is stranded on a desert island, and is running out of hope. The song is a plea for help, and a cry for someone to come and rescue him.
17. Police & Thieves by The Clash
The song is about the tension between the police and the people in society. It is a call for unity against the police, who are seen as the oppressors. The song has a reggae feel to it and is full of energy.
V. Rap Songs About Cops
1. Just a Friendly Game of Baseball by Main Source
The song is about two young men who play a game of baseball, but the game is cut short when one of the players is shot and killed.
2. Don’t Die by Killer Mike
“Don’t Die” is a song by Killer Mike. The song is about not giving up, no matter how hard life gets. It is a motivational song that encourages people to keep going and not give up.
3. 911 is a Joke by Public Enemy
The song is a commentary on the state of emergency services in the United States. It criticizes the slow response time of 911 operators and the lack of resources available to them. It also highlights the disparity in how emergency services are delivered to different communities, with poorer neighborhoods often being neglected.
4. Crooked Officer by Geto Boys
The song is about a crooked cop who takes advantage of his power. He is corrupt and uses his badge to get what he wants. He is a danger to society and needs to be stopped.
5. Fuck the Police by J Dilla
“Fuck the Police” is a song by J Dilla. The song is a response to police brutality and racism. The song samples N.W.A.’s “Fuck the Police”.
6. 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.
7. Stand Up by Maurice Brown
The song is about standing up for what you believe in and not backing down. It is an empowering song that encourages people to be brave and fight for what they want.
8. Who Got the Camera? by Ice Cube
The song is about a man who is being watched by the police and is paranoid that they are going to arrest him. He is asking who got the camera that is recording him.
9. Black Steel in the Hour of Chaos by Public Enemy
This song is about the struggles of the African American community, and how they are constantly fighting for survival. The lyrics talk about how the African American community has been through a lot of pain and suffering, but they are still standing strong.
10. Sound of da Police by KRS-One
The song is about police brutality and the various ways that it affects the black community. It also speaks to the larger issue of systemic racism in America and how it disproportionately impacts black people.
11. Pork and Beef by The Coup
The song is about a man who is trying to figure out what to do with his life. He is stuck between two options, pork and beef. He is not sure which one to choose, but he eventually decides on pork.
12. No Sleep till Brooklyn by Beastie Boys
The song is about the band’s love for New York City and how they never want to leave. They rap about all the different boroughs and how each one has something special to offer. In the end, they declare that Brooklyn is the best place to be and they would never want to sleep until they’re there.
13. Fuck Tha Police by N.W.A.
The song is about police brutality and racism. The lyrics describe how the police treat minorities with disrespect and violence. The song also criticizes the government for not doing anything to stop police brutality.
14. Don’t Believe the Hype by Public Enemy
The song is about how the media portrays African Americans in a negative light and how people should not believe everything they see on the news.
VI. R&B Songs About Cops
1. Police on My Back by The Equals
The song is about someone who is being chased by the police. The person is trying to escape and is asking for help from anyone who will listen. The song is fast-paced and has a sense of urgency.
2. In the Heat of the Night by Ray Charles
The song is about a man who is out in the city on a hot night, looking for someone to talk to. He is hoping to find someone who can help him forget about the heat and the night.
3. Feds Watching by 2 Chainz
“Feds Watching” is a song by American rapper 2 Chainz, released on June 4, 2013 as the lead single from his second studio album B.O.A.T.S. II: Me Time (2013). The song features guest vocals from American singer Pharrell Williams. The song peaked at number 17 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
4. …Til The Cops Come Knockin’ by Maxwell
The song is about a man who is in a relationship with a woman who is seeing other men. He is aware of her infidelity and is trying to keep her from getting caught by the police.
5. 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.
6. Black Cop by Boogie Down Productions
“Black Cop” is a song by Boogie Down Productions. It was released in 1988 on the album By All Means Necessary. The song is about police brutality and racism.
7. Hip Hop Police by Chamillionaire
Hip Hop Police is a song by Chamillionaire that criticizes the over-policing of the hip hop industry. The song specifically criticizes those who try to control what artists can and cannot say in their music. Chamillionaire argues that this type of censorship is counterproductive and only serves to silence the voices of those who are already marginalized.
8. Cop Killer by Body Count
The song is about a killer who is targeting police officers. The killer is angry at the police for what they have done to his community, and he is out for revenge. The song is full of rage and violence, and it makes it clear that the killer is not going to stop until he has killed as many police officers as possible.
9. No More Police by Dead Prez
“No More Police” is a song by American hip hop duo Dead Prez. It was released on their album Let’s Get Free in 2000. The song is a critique of the police force and its treatment of minorities. It also advocates for the abolition of the police.
10. Cops Shot the Kid by Nas
The song is about the police shooting of a black child.
11. I’m a Cop by Simon & Garfunkel
The song is about a cop who is tired of his job. He is sick of the violence and the corruption. He wants to quit, but he can’t because he is a cop.
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