69 Songs About Drugs (Pop, Rap & More)

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69 Songs About Drugs (Pop, Rap & More)

I. Country Songs About Drugs

1. Whiskey River by Willie Nelson

Artist: Willie Nelson
Album: Shotgun Willie
Year: 1973

Willie Nelson’s song “Whiskey River” is a song about a man trying to forget his troubles by drinking whiskey. The song is sad and regretful, but also has a sense of hope and resilience. The man in the song is struggling with his demons, but he’s not giving up. He’s going to keep fighting and maybe one day he’ll find peace.

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II. Pop Songs About Drugs

1. The A Team by Ed Sheeran

Artist: Ed Sheeran
Album: +
Year: 2011

The song is about a young girl who is addicted to drugs and is living on the streets. She is trying to get her life together, but she keeps falling back into her old habits.

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2. Semi-Charmed Life by Third Eye Blind

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

The song is about a person who is addicted to drugs and is trying to get their life back on track. The song is about the person’s struggles and how they are trying to stay positive despite their situation.

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3. Gold Dust Woman (2004 Remaster) by Fleetwood Mac

Artist: Fleetwood Mac
Album: Rumours
Year: 1977

Gold Dust Woman is a song by Fleetwood Mac from their album Rumours. The song was written by Stevie Nicks and was inspired by her heroin addiction. The song is about a woman who is addicted to drugs and is trying to get clean. The song is also about a relationship that is falling apart.

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4. Time to Pretend by MGMT

Artist: MGMT
Album: Oracular Spectacular
Year: 2007

The song is about a person who is living a life of luxury and excess, but is aware that it is not real and is only temporary.

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5. Under the Bridge by Red Hot Chili Peppers

Artist: Red Hot Chili Peppers
Album: Blood Sugar Sex Magik
Year: 1991

The song is about a heroin addict who is trying to get clean. He talks about how he used to do drugs under a bridge in Los Angeles. He is talking to someone who he used to do drugs with. He is telling them how he has changed and how he is trying to get clean.

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6. White Rabbit by Jefferson Airplane

Artist: Jefferson Airplane
Album: Surrealistic Pillow
Year: 1967

White Rabbit is a song written by Grace Slick and recorded by the American rock band Jefferson Airplane. The song was released as a single in 1967 and became one of the band’s signature songs. It was later included on their second album, Surrealistic Pillow.

The song is about Alice in Wonderland and the effects of psychedelic drugs. The lyrics have been interpreted as a commentary on the Vietnam War and the counterculture of the 1960s. The song has been covered by numerous artists, including Marilyn Manson and Elton John.

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7. Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds by The Beatles

Artist: The Beatles
Album:
Year: 1967

The song is about a girl named Lucy who is on a trip and sees a field of diamonds. She then has a dream about flying through the sky with the diamonds.

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8. There She Goes by The La’s

Artist: The La’s
Album: The La’s
Year: 1990

There She Goes is a song by The La’s, released in 1988. The song is about a woman who the singer is in love with, and he is trying to tell her how he feels. The song is set in a minor key and has a very catchy melody.

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9. Purple Haze by Jimi Hendrix, Red Hot & Blues

Artist: Jimi Hendrix, Red Hot & Blues
Album: Rockin’ In The Free World
Year:

The song is about a person who is under the influence of drugs, specifically purple haze. The lyrics describe the person’s experience of being high, including the colors they see and the things they feel.

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III. Christian Songs About Drugs

1. You Say by Lauren Daigle

Artist: Lauren Daigle
Album: Look Up Child
Year: 2018

The song is about how God is always there for us, no matter what we go through in life. It is a reminder that we are never alone and that we can always count on God to be there for us.

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2. Cry Out to Jesus by Third Day

Artist: Third Day
Album: Wherever You Are
Year: 2005

The song is about a person crying out to Jesus for help in their time of need. The person is in pain and feels lost, but they know that Jesus is the only one who can help them. They cry out for Jesus to save them and to give them strength.

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3. You Are More by Tenth Avenue North

Artist: Tenth Avenue North
Album: The Light Meets the Dark
Year: 2010

The song is about how we are all broken people and we all have our own stories of pain and hurt, but despite all of that, we are still loved and valued by God. He sees us for who we are and loves us anyway. The song is a reminder that we are not alone in our brokenness and that God is always there for us, no matter what.

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4. Love Comes Down by Matt Maher

Artist: Matt Maher
Album: Alive Again
Year: 2009

The song is about how love comes down and washes away all our fears and doubts. It is a song of hope and encouragement, reminding us that love is always there for us, even when we feel alone.

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5. Drugs or Jesus by Tim McGraw

Artist: Tim McGraw
Album: Live Like You Were Dying
Year: 2004

The song is about a man who is struggling with addiction and is trying to decide whether to turn to drugs or Jesus for help. The man ultimately decides to turn to Jesus, and the song ends with him singing about how Jesus has saved him from his addiction.

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6. God of Grace by Finding Faith

Artist: Finding Faith
Album: Finding Faith
Year: 2018

The song is about God’s grace and how it can change our lives. It talks about how we can find faith in God when we are lost and how His grace can help us through difficult times.

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7. Come as You Are by David Crowder

Artist: David Crowder
Album: Neon Steeple
Year: 2014

The song is about accepting people for who they are and not who we want them to be. It is about being open and honest with each other and not putting up walls or pretending to be someone we’re not.

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8. The Motions by Matthew West

Artist: Matthew West
Album: Something to Say
Year: 2008

The song is about continuing to do the things we know we need to do, even when we don’t feel like it. It’s about putting our faith into action, even when we don’t feel like it. It’s about doing the right thing, even when it’s hard.

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IV. Latest Songs About Drugs

1. The More I Drink by Blake Shelton

Artist: Blake Shelton
Album: Pure BS
Year: 2007

The More I Drink is a song about a man who is struggling with alcoholism. He tries to fight it, but the more he drinks, the more he wants to drink. He knows it’s destroying his life, but he can’t seem to stop.

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2. Mother’s Little Helper by The Rolling Stones

Artist: The Rolling Stones
Album: Aftermath
Year: 1966

The song is about a mother who is addicted to drugs and how it affects her family. The song is sung from the perspective of the mother’s child.

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3. Ten Crack Commandments by The Notorious B.I.G.

Artist: The Notorious B.I.G.
Album: Life After Death
Year:

In “Ten Crack Commandments”, The Notorious B.I.G. gives a set of rules for drug dealers to follow in order to be successful. He stresses the importance of being smart and staying focused, while also warning against things like snitching and getting too comfortable. Ultimately, he advises that drug dealers should always be on the lookout for danger and be prepared to make a quick getaway if necessary.

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4. Hate Me by Blue October

Artist: Blue October
Album: Foiled
Year:

The song is about a relationship that ended badly and the person who is left feeling hurt and alone. They express their anger and hurt by saying they hope the other person suffers.

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5. I Took a Pill in Ibiza by Mike Posner

Artist: Mike Posner
Album: At Night, Alone.
Year:

I Took a Pill in Ibiza is a song about a young man’s experience taking drugs while on vacation in Ibiza, Spain. The song is written in first person and details the narrator’s hedonistic exploits while under the influence of drugs. The song reflects on the narrator’s choices and how they have led him to where he is today.

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6. Purple Pills by D12

Artist: D12
Album:
Year:

The song is about the dangers of drug abuse, and how it can ruin your life.

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7. Ayo for Yayo by Andre Nickatina

Artist: Andre Nickatina
Album: Drugz
Year: 2020

The song is about a young man’s infatuation with a girl named Yayo. He talks about how he would do anything for her, including buying her expensive gifts and taking her on trips. He also mentions how he is not the only one who is interested in her, and that he is willing to fight for her attention.

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V. Rock Songs About Drugs

1. Sister Morphine by The Rolling Stones

Artist: The Rolling Stones
Album: Sticky Fingers
Year: 1971

The song is about a woman addicted to morphine. She is in pain and begging for someone to give her the drug. The Rolling Stones sing about how addiction can take over someone’s life and how they will do anything to get their fix.

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2. Mary Jane’s Last Dance by Tom Petty

Artist: Tom Petty
Album: Greatest Hits
Year: 1993

The song is about a woman named Mary Jane who is addicted to drugs. She is at the end of her life and is looking back at her life. She is regretful of her choices and is hoping for a better life in the afterlife.

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3. Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds by The Beatles

Artist: The Beatles
Album:
Year: 1967

The song is about a girl named Lucy who is on a trip with her friends. She is flying high above the clouds and sees the most beautiful sight. She then descends down to earth and is reunited with her friends.

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4. Semi-Charmed Life by Third Eye Blind

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

The song is about a person who is addicted to drugs and is trying to get their life back on track. The song is about the person’s struggles and how they are trying to stay positive despite their situation.

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5. Time to Pretend by MGMT

Artist: MGMT
Album: Oracular Spectacular
Year: 2007

The song is about a person who is living a life of luxury and excess, but is aware that it is not real and is only temporary.

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6. Smoke on the Water by Deep Purple

Artist: Deep Purple
Album: Machine Head
Year: 1972

The song is about a fire that broke out at a casino in Montreux, Switzerland.

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7. Purple Haze by Jimi Hendrix, Red Hot & Blues

Artist: Jimi Hendrix, Red Hot & Blues
Album: Rockin’ In The Free World
Year:

The song is about a person who is under the influence of drugs, specifically purple haze. The lyrics describe the person’s experience of being high, including the colors they see and the things they feel.

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8. Under the Bridge by Red Hot Chili Peppers

Artist: Red Hot Chili Peppers
Album: Blood Sugar Sex Magik
Year: 1991

The song is about a heroin addict who is trying to get clean. He talks about how he used to do drugs under a bridge in Los Angeles. He is talking to someone who he used to do drugs with. He is telling them how he has changed and how he is trying to get clean.

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9. Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds by The Beatles

Artist: The Beatles
Album:
Year: 1967

The song is about a girl named Lucy who is on a trip and sees a field of diamonds. She then has a dream about flying through the sky with the diamonds.

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10. The A Team by Ed Sheeran

Artist: Ed Sheeran
Album: +
Year: 2011

The song is about a young girl who is addicted to drugs and is living on the streets. She is trying to get her life together, but she keeps falling back into her old habits.

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11. The Drugs Don’t Work by The Verve

Artist: The Verve
Album: Urban Hymns
Year: 1997

The song is about the dangers of drug addiction and how it can ruin your life.

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12. Gold Dust Woman (2004 Remaster) by Fleetwood Mac

Artist: Fleetwood Mac
Album: Rumours
Year: 1977

Gold Dust Woman is a song by Fleetwood Mac from their album Rumours. The song was written by Stevie Nicks and was inspired by her heroin addiction. The song is about a woman who is addicted to drugs and is trying to get clean. The song is also about a relationship that is falling apart.

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13. White Rabbit by Jefferson Airplane

Artist: Jefferson Airplane
Album: Surrealistic Pillow
Year: 1967

White Rabbit is a song written by Grace Slick and recorded by the American rock band Jefferson Airplane. The song was released as a single in 1967 and became one of the band’s signature songs. It was later included on their second album, Surrealistic Pillow.

The song is about Alice in Wonderland and the effects of psychedelic drugs. The lyrics have been interpreted as a commentary on the Vietnam War and the counterculture of the 1960s. The song has been covered by numerous artists, including Marilyn Manson and Elton John.

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14. Lithium by Nirvana

Artist: Nirvana
Album: Nevermind
Year: 1991

The song is about a person who is struggling with mental illness and is using medication (lithium) to cope. The lyrics express the person’s feelings of isolation, despair, and hopelessness.

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15. Heroin by The Velvet Underground

Artist: The Velvet Underground
Album: The Velvet Underground & Nico
Year: 1967

The Velvet Underground’s “Heroin” is a song about addiction and the allure of drugs. The lyrics describe the narrator’s descent into addiction, and the ways in which heroin takes over his life. The song is dark and atmospheric, and its slow, hypnotic rhythms reflect the drug’s effects on the user.

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16. Cocaine by Eric Clapton

Artist: Eric Clapton
Album: Slowhand
Year: 1977

Cocaine is a song by Eric Clapton about the dangers of drug addiction. The song is sung from the perspective of someone who is addicted to cocaine and is struggling to quit. The lyrics describe the addiction as a “monster” that is always there, waiting to consume the person. The song ends with a plea for help, as the addicted person realizes that they cannot overcome the addiction on their own.

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VI. Rap Songs About Drugs

1. Dopeman by N.W.A.

Artist: N.W.A.
Album: N.W.A. and the Posse
Year: 1987

The song is about the dangers of being a drug dealer. It talks about how drug dealers are always looking over their shoulder for the police, and how they have to be careful not to get caught. It also talks about how drug dealers make a lot of money, but they also have to deal with a lot of violence.

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2. Ten Crack Commandments by The Notorious B.I.G.

Artist: The Notorious B.I.G.
Album: Life After Death
Year:

In “Ten Crack Commandments”, The Notorious B.I.G. gives a set of rules for drug dealers to follow in order to be successful. He stresses the importance of being smart and staying focused, while also warning against things like snitching and getting too comfortable. Ultimately, he advises that drug dealers should always be on the lookout for danger and be prepared to make a quick getaway if necessary.

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3. Peruvian Cocaine by Immortal Technique

Artist: Immortal Technique
Album: Revolutionary Vol. 2
Year: 2003

The song is about the drug trade and how it affects people’s lives. It talks about how the drug trade is a vicious cycle that destroys families and communities. It also talks about how the drug trade is a major contributor to the problems in society.

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4. Street Dreams by Nas

Artist: Nas
Album: It Was Written
Year: 1996

The song is about a young man from the streets who dreams of becoming a successful rapper. He talks about the struggles he faces and how he wants to make it out of the ghetto.

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5. Drug Ballad by Eminem

Artist: Eminem
Album: The Marshall Mathers LP
Year: 2000

Eminem tells the story of a young couple’s descent into drug addiction, starting with marijuana and progressing to harder drugs. The song is narrated from the perspective of the male half of the couple, and details the couple’s spiral into addiction and the effects it has on their lives and relationship.

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6. Move That Dope by Future

Artist: Future
Album: Honest (Deluxe Edition)
Year: 2014

Future’s song “Move That Dope” is a song about selling drugs. He talks about how he’s a drug dealer and how he’s going to move that dope. He also talks about how he’s not afraid to shoot someone if they try to rob him.

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7. Cocaine by Rick Ross

Artist: Rick Ross
Album: Deeper Than Rap
Year: 2009

Rick Ross’ song “Cocaine” is a track about the dangers and addiction of the drug. He talks about how it can ruin your life and how it’s not worth it in the end.

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8. Percocet by Gucci Mane

Artist: Gucci Mane
Album: Mr. Davis
Year: 2017

The song is about the rapper’s addiction to the painkiller Percocet and how it has ruined his life. He talks about how he started taking the drug to cope with the pain of getting shot, but it quickly took over his life and led to him losing everything. The song is a warning to others about the dangers of addiction and how it can destroy your life.

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9. Drugs by Young Thug

Artist: Young Thug
Album: Street Is Watching (The Mix-Tape)
Year: 2014

The song is about the dangers of drug use and the addiction that can come with it. Young Thug warns against the dangers of using drugs, saying that they can ruin your life and lead to addiction.

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10. I Feel Like Dying by Lil Wayne

Artist: Lil Wayne
Album:
Year:

The song is about how the narrator feels like they are going to die, possibly because of a drug overdose. The song is dark and ominous, with a feeling of despair and hopelessness.

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11. Molly by Baby D

Artist: Baby D
Album: Molly (feat. Waka Flocka)
Year: 2012

The song is about a girl named Molly who is in love with a boy who doesn’t love her back. She is heartbroken and doesn’t know what to do.

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12. Crack by Lil Wayne

Artist: Lil Wayne
Album:
Year:

The song is about the dangers of drug addiction and the struggles of trying to break free from it.

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13. Night of the Living Baseheads by Public Enemy

Artist: Public Enemy
Album: It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back
Year: 1988

The song is about the dangers of drugs, specifically crack cocaine. It talks about how drugs can ruin your life and how they are basically “zombies” that will take over your life if you let them.

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14. Pocket Full of Stones by UGK

Artist: UGK
Album: Too Hard to Swallow
Year: 1992

The song is about the struggles of life in the ghetto and how people turn to selling drugs to make money.

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VII. R&B Songs About Drugs

1. Purple Haze by Jimi Hendrix, Red Hot & Blues

Artist: Jimi Hendrix, Red Hot & Blues
Album: Rockin’ In The Free World
Year:

The song is about a person who is under the influence of drugs, specifically purple haze. The lyrics describe the person’s experience of being high, including the colors they see and the things they feel.

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2. Got to Get You Into My Life by The Beatles

Artist: The Beatles
Album:
Year:

The song is about a person who is infatuated with someone and is trying to get them into their life. The person is singing about how they need the other person in their life and how they are willing to do anything to make the relationship work.

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3. Rainy Day Women #12 & 35 (Take 1, Rehearsal and Finished Track) by Bob Dylan

Artist: Bob Dylan
Album:
Year:

The song is about two women who are down on their luck and struggling to get by. They are forced to resort to selling themselves on the street to make ends meet. The song is a sad and poignant look at the dark side of life.

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4. Weed Song by Bone Thugs-N-Harmony

Artist: Bone Thugs-N-Harmony
Album: BTNHResurrection
Year: 2000

The song is about the group’s love for smoking weed. They talk about how weed makes them feel and how it helps them relax and enjoy life. They also talk about how weed is illegal and how it is a plant that should be legal.

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5. The A Team by Ed Sheeran

Artist: Ed Sheeran
Album: +
Year: 2011

The song is about a young girl who is addicted to drugs and is living on the streets. She is trying to get her life together, but she keeps falling back into her old habits.

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6. Purple Pills by D12

Artist: D12
Album:
Year:

The song is about the dangers of drug abuse, and how it can ruin your life.

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7. Marijuana by Kid Cudi

Artist: Kid Cudi
Album: Man on the Moon II: The Legend of Mr. Rager
Year: 2010

The song is about Kid Cudi’s love for smoking marijuana. He talks about how it relaxes him and makes him feel happy. He also talks about how it helps him forget his problems and makes him feel better about himself.

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8. The Next Episode by Dr. Dre

Artist: Dr. Dre
Album: 2001
Year: 1999

“The Next Episode” is a song by American rapper Dr. Dre, released on June 20, 2000 as the third single from his second studio album, 2001. The song features Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, and Nate Dogg, and samples “The Sesame Street Theme Song”. The song was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group in 2002.

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9. In Da Club by 50 Cent

Artist: 50 Cent
Album: Get Rich or Die Tryin’
Year: 2003

The song is about going to a club and having a good time.

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10. Itchycoo Park by Small Faces

Artist: Small Faces
Album:
Year:

“Itchycoo Park” is a song by the Small Faces, released in 1967. It was written by Steve Marriott and Ronnie Lane, and produced by Shel Talmy. The song peaked at number 3 in the UK Singles Chart, and is considered one of the first psychedelic pop hits. The song features a distinctive sitar riff, and has been covered by many artists including Paul Weller, Oasis, and The Libertines.

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11. I Want A New Drug by Huey Lewis

Artist: Huey Lewis
Album: Sports
Year: 1983

The song is about a person who is addicted to a new drug and is looking for a way to get more of it.

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12. White Lines (Don’t Do It) by Melle Mel, Grandmaster Flash

Artist: Melle Mel, Grandmaster Flash
Album: Sugar Hill Adventures: The Collection
Year:

The song is a cautionary tale about the dangers of drug use, specifically cocaine. The lyrics warn against the dangers of getting addicted and losing everything in the process.

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13. Mother’s Little Helper by The Rolling Stones

Artist: The Rolling Stones
Album: Aftermath
Year: 1966

The song is about a mother who is addicted to drugs and how it affects her family. The song is sung from the perspective of the mother’s child.

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14. Under the Bridge by Red Hot Chili Peppers

Artist: Red Hot Chili Peppers
Album: Blood Sugar Sex Magik
Year: 1991

The song is about a heroin addict who is trying to get clean. He talks about how he used to do drugs under a bridge in Los Angeles. He is talking to someone who he used to do drugs with. He is telling them how he has changed and how he is trying to get clean.

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