71 Songs About Failure (Pop, Rap & More)

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71 Songs About Failure (Pop, Rap & More)

I. Pop Songs About Failure

1. I’m Still Standing by Elton John

Artist: Elton John
Album: Too Low for Zero
Year: 1983

The song is about continuing to stand strong and never giving up despite the challenges faced in life. It is an uplifting and empowering song that encourages listeners to never give up on themselves.

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2. The Power of Love by Celine Dion

Artist: Celine Dion
Album: The Colour of My Love
Year: 1993

The Power of Love is a song by Canadian singer Celine Dion, released as a single from her fourth English-language studio album, The Colour of My Love (1993). Written by Diane Warren and produced by David Foster, it was released in October 1993 as the lead single in North America, South Africa and Australia. In February 1994, it was issued as the fourth single in Europe and the second in the United Kingdom. The Power of Love peaked at number one in many countries, including Australia, Austria, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.

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3. Against All Odds by Phil Collins

Artist: Phil Collins
Album: Face Value
Year: 1981

The song is about a man who is struggling to keep his relationship together despite the odds being against him. He is willing to do whatever it takes to make it work, even though it may be difficult.

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4. Don’t Stop Believin’ by Journey

Artist: Journey
Album: Escape
Year: 1981

The song is about a man who is down on his luck and is trying to make his way in the world. He is told by someone that he should never give up on his dreams and to never stop believing in himself.

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5. Eye of the Tiger by Survivor

Artist: Survivor
Album: Eye of the Tiger
Year: 1982

The song is about never giving up and continuing to fight even when the odds seem insurmountable. It talks about how success comes from perseverance and not giving up.

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II. Christian Songs About Failure

1. Counting Every Blessing by Rend Collective

Artist: Rend Collective
Album: Good News
Year: 2018

The song is about counting your blessings and being grateful for what you have, even when things are tough. It is a reminder that God is always with us and will never leave us.

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2. Lift My Life Up by Unspoken

Artist: Unspoken
Album: Unspoken
Year: 2014

The song is about lifting up one’s life and being grateful for what they have. It is a song of hope and encouragement.

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3. Shoulders by for KING & COUNTRY

Artist: for KING & COUNTRY
Album: Run Wild. Live Free. Love Strong.
Year: 2014

The song “Shoulders” by for KING & COUNTRY is a song about the strength that can be found in God. No matter what life throws our way, we can find comfort in knowing that God is always there for us. His love is unending, and He will never leave us alone. When we feel like we can’t go on, we can always find strength in His arms.

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4. Trust in You by Lauren Daigle

Artist: Lauren Daigle
Album: How Can It Be
Year: 2015

The song is about trusting in God even when things are tough. It is a reminder that God is always there for us and that we can always trust in Him.

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5. The Comeback by Danny Gokey

Artist: Danny Gokey
Album: Rise
Year: 2017

The song is about never giving up on your dreams and continuing to fight even when the odds seem insurmountable. It is an inspirational song that encourages listeners to never give up on themselves.

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6. Today is Beautiful by David Dunn

Artist: David Dunn
Album: Crystal Clear
Year: 2015

“Today is Beautiful” by David Dunn is a song about appreciating the little things in life. It is a song about looking on the bright side and enjoying the moment. The song is upbeat and positive, and it encourages listeners to appreciate the good things in their lives.

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7. Keep Walkin’ by TobyMac

Artist: TobyMac
Album: This Is Not a Test
Year: 2015

The song is about continuing to walk through life even when things are tough. It talks about how somebody might feel when they are going through a tough time and how they need to keep moving forward.

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8. Rise by Danny Gokey

Artist: Danny Gokey
Album: Rise
Year: 2017

The song is about overcoming obstacles and continuing to fight even when the odds seem insurmountable. It is about never giving up and always finding the strength to keep going. The song is inspirational and motivational, and it is sure to give listeners a boost of confidence and hope.

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III. Country Songs About Failure

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.

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2. Like a Rolling Stone by Bob Dylan

Artist: Bob Dylan
Album: Highway 61 Revisited
Year: 1965

The song is about a rich girl who has lost her way in life and is now a “rolling stone.” The song is a message to her that she can’t keep living like this.

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3. Positively 4th Street by Bob Dylan

Artist: Bob Dylan
Album: Positively 4th Street
Year: 1965

The song is about a relationship that has ended badly, and the singer is looking back on it with anger and resentment. He talks about how the person he used to love is now someone he hates, and how he wishes he could go back to the way things were.

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IV. Rock Songs About Failure

1. I’m a Loser by The Beatles

Artist: The Beatles
Album: Beatles for Sale
Year: 1964

The song is about a man who feels like a loser because he is in love with a woman who does not love him back. He is trying to be positive and tells himself that he is not a loser, but he still feels like one.

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2. Yesterday by The Beatles

Artist: The Beatles
Album:
Year:

The song is about a man who is struggling to deal with the loss of his love. He is trying to remember the good times they had together, but he can’t seem to get over her death.

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3. 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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4. Like a Rolling Stone by Bob Dylan

Artist: Bob Dylan
Album: Highway 61 Revisited
Year: 1965

The song is about a rich girl who has lost her way in life and is now a “rolling stone.” The song is a message to her that she can’t keep living like this.

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5. The Gambler by Kenny Rogers

Artist: Kenny Rogers
Album: The Gambler
Year: 1978

1. “I’m a Loser” by The Beatles
2. “Losing My Religion” by R.E.M.
3. “I Will Survive” by Gloria Gaynor
4. “The Times They Are A-Changin'” by Bob Dylan
5. “A Change Is Gonna Come” by Sam Cooke
6. “Respect” by Aretha Franklin
7. “I Can’t Get No Satisfaction” by The Rolling Stones
8. “The Weight” by The Band
9. “The End” by The Doors

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6. Come Sail Away by Styx

Artist: Styx
Album: The Grand Illusion
Year: 1977

The song is about a person who is reflecting on their life and looking back on all of the good times they’ve had. They are longing for a time when they can just sail away and leave all of their troubles behind.

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7. Darkness on the Edge of Town by Bruce Springsteen

Artist: Bruce Springsteen
Album: Darkness on the Edge of Town
Year: 1978

The song is about a man who is down on his luck and struggling to make ends meet. He is living on the edge of town and is surrounded by darkness. He is hoping for a better life and is willing to fight for it.

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8. I Shall Be Released by Bob Dylan

Artist: Bob Dylan
Album: Bob Dylan’s Greatest Hits Vol. II
Year: 1971

“I Shall Be Released” is a 1967 song written by Bob Dylan. It was first released on The Basement Tapes album in 1975. The song has been covered by many artists, including The Band, Johnny Cash, and Bruce Springsteen.

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9. 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.

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10. The Rising by Bruce Springsteen

Artist: Bruce Springsteen
Album:
Year: 2010

“The Rising” is a song by Bruce Springsteen from his 2002 album of the same name, written about the September 11 attacks. The song was a hit, reaching #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 2002.

11. The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down by The Band

Artist: The Band
Album: The Band
Year: 1969

The song is about the American Civil War and is told from the perspective of a Confederate soldier. It talks about the hardships of war and the feeling of defeat when the South lost.

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12. No Surrender by Bruce Springsteen

Artist: Bruce Springsteen
Album: Live 1975–85
Year: 1986

The song is about a man who is struggling to make ends meet and is willing to do whatever it takes to survive. He is willing to fight and never give up.

13. Beautiful Loser by Bob Seger

Artist: Bob Seger
Album: Beautiful Loser
Year: 1975

The song is about a man who is struggling to find his place in life. He is a beautiful loser who doesn’t quite fit in anywhere. He is searching for something more, but he doesn’t know what it is. The song is about his journey and his struggles.

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14. Loser Like Me by Glee Cast

Artist: Glee Cast
Album:
Year: 2011

The song is about a group of outcasts who are trying to find their place in the world. They are all losers in their own way, but they find strength in each other. They sing about how they will never be able to fit in with the popular kids, but they don’t care because they have each other.

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15. Failure by Design by Brand New

Artist: Brand New
Album: Your Favorite Weapon
Year: 2001

The song is about a relationship that is failing. The person in the relationship is trying to figure out what went wrong and why it is failing.

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16. Lonesome Day by Bruce Springsteen

Artist: Bruce Springsteen
Album: The Rising
Year: 2002

Lonesome Day is a song about the aftermath of 9/11. The song is about how the events of that day affected the lives of those who were there, and how they continue to live with the memories. The song is hopeful, but also sad, as it looks at how life has changed since that fateful day.

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17. The Promised Land by Bruce Springsteen

Artist: Bruce Springsteen
Album: Live 1975–85
Year: 1986

The Promised Land is a song by Bruce Springsteen about a man who is searching for a better life. He talks about how he has been through hard times and has seen many things, but he is still hopeful that he will find the promised land.

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18. I’m a Loser by The Beatles

Artist: The Beatles
Album: Beatles for Sale
Year: 1964

The song is about a man who feels like a loser because he is not as successful as other people. He is in love with a woman who is out of his league and he knows it.

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19. Loser of the Year by Simple Plan

Artist: Simple Plan
Album: Get Your Heart On!
Year: 2011

The song is about a person who is reflecting on their life and how they have been a loser in different aspects. They are looking back at all the times they have been rejected, made mistakes, and failed. Despite all of this, they still try to remain positive and hope that things will get better.

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20. Falling by Staind

Artist: Staind
Album: Chapter V
Year: 2005

The song is about a man who is struggling with addiction and depression. He is trying to hold on to his relationship, but he is slowly losing himself.

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21. All Along the Watchtower by Jimi Hendrix

Artist: Jimi Hendrix
Album: Electric Ladyland
Year: 1968

The song is a cover of a Bob Dylan song and is about a person who is warning others about an impending danger.

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22. The Sound of Failure (radio session) by The Flaming Lips

Artist: The Flaming Lips
Album: At War with the Mystics
Year: 2006

The song is about the feeling of failure and how it can be overwhelming. The lyrics talk about how failure can be like a sound that is always there, and how it can be hard to ignore. The song is about how failure can be a part of life, but it doesn’t have to define someone.

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23. Lonesome Loser by Little River Band

Artist: Little River Band
Album: First Under the Wire
Year: 1979

The song is about a man who is a “lonesome loser” and has lost everything in his life. He is down on his luck and feels like a failure. The song is about how he feels and how he is trying to find a way to get back on track.

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24. Desolation Row by Bob Dylan

Artist: Bob Dylan
Album: Highway 61 Revisited
Year: 1965

The song is about a man who is walking down a street called Desolation Row, and he is thinking about all the people who have died or been forgotten. He is also thinking about how the world is going to end, and how everything will be destroyed.

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V. R&B Songs About Failure

1. Try Again by Aaliyah

Artist: Aaliyah
Album: Romeo Must Die
Year: 2000

The song is about never giving up on yourself or your dreams, no matter how many times you fail. It’s about having the strength to pick yourself up and try again, because eventually you will succeed.

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2. I Miss You by 112

Artist: 112
Album: Part III
Year: 2001

The song is about a guy who is missing his girl. He talks about how he misses her smile, her touch, her laugh, and everything about her. He says that he is lost without her and he just wants her back.

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3. Survivor – #1’s Edit by Destiny’s Child

Artist: Destiny’s Child
Album: Survivor
Year: 2001

The song is a medley of Destiny’s Child’s greatest hits, including “Survivor”, “Independent Women”, “Bootylicious”, and “Jumpin’ Jumpin'”. The song was released as a single in 2001, and peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

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4. No More Drama by Mary J. Blige

Artist: Mary J. Blige
Album: No More Drama
Year: 2001

The song is about a woman who is tired of the drama in her life and is ready to move on. She is sick of the games and the lies, and she is done with all of the fighting. She is ready to find peace and happiness, and she is willing to do whatever it takes to get there.

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5. Here Comes The Sun by The Beatles

Artist: The Beatles
Album: Abbey Road
Year: 1969

The song is about the sun coming out after a period of darkness and bringing happiness.

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6. Not Gon’ Cry by Mary J. Blige

Artist: Mary J. Blige
Album: Waiting to Exhale
Year: 1995

The song is about a woman who is trying to move on from a failed relationship. She is trying to be strong, but she can’t help but cry when she thinks about her ex.

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7. Runaway by Ye

Artist: Ye
Album: My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy
Year: 2010

The song is about a relationship that is falling apart and the person is trying to escape.

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8. I Believe I Can Fly by R. Kelly

Artist: R. Kelly
Album: I Believe I Can Fly
Year: 1996

The song is about believing in oneself and having the confidence to achieve anything. Despite the challenges and obstacles one may face, the song instills the hope that anything is possible if you have faith in yourself.

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9. The Best by Tina Turner

Artist: Tina Turner
Album: Foreign Affair
Year: 1989

The song is about a woman who is in love with a man who is in love with someone else. She is trying to convince him that she is the best thing for him and that he should be with her.

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10. You Gotta Be by Des’ree

Artist: Des’ree
Album: I Ain’t Movin’
Year: 1994

The song is about never giving up on yourself. It is about having hope and faith in yourself. It is about being strong and never giving up.

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11. Criminal by Britney Spears

Artist: Britney Spears
Album: Femme Fatale
Year: 2011

The song is about a woman who is in love with a man who is a criminal. She knows that he is not good for her, but she can’t help but love him anyway. She is willing to do anything for him, even if it means breaking the law.

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12. Heartless by Ye

Artist: Ye
Album: 808s & Heartbreak
Year: 2008

The song is about a person who is heartless and doesn’t care about anyone or anything.

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13. 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 was produced by West and features singer Syleena Johnson. The song’s subject matter deals with the materialism of modern society.

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14. The Sound of Failure (radio session) by The Flaming Lips

Artist: The Flaming Lips
Album: At War with the Mystics
Year: 2006

The song is about the feeling of failure and how it can be overwhelming. The lyrics talk about how failure can be like a sound that is always there, and how it can be hard to ignore. The song is about how failure can be a part of life, but it doesn’t have to define someone.

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15. Bad Day by Daniel Powter

Artist: Daniel Powter
Album: Daniel Powter
Year: 2005

The song is about having a bad day, feeling down, and wanting to give up. The lyrics talk about how everything seems to go wrong and how the person just wants to curl up in a ball and hide from the world. The song is upbeat and catchy, despite the depressing lyrics.

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VI. Rap Songs About Failure

1. Lose Yourself by Eminem

Artist: Eminem
Album:
Year: 2002

The song is about never giving up on your dreams, no matter how hard life gets. Eminem is rapping about how he used to be a nobody from Detroit, but he never gave up on his dream of becoming a successful rapper. He talks about how he used to have to hide his rhyming books from his mom, and how he used to have to borrow money from friends just to get by. But he never gave up, and now he’s one of the biggest rappers in the world.

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2. Not Afraid by Eminem

Artist: Eminem
Album: Hits June 10
Year: 2010

The song is about overcoming fears and being strong in the face of adversity. It is a motivational song that encourages people to face their fears and to be confident in themselves.

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3. Stan by Eminem

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

The song “Stan” by Eminem is about a fan who takes his admiration for the rapper to dangerous levels. Stan writes letters to Eminem, but when he doesn’t receive a response, he becomes increasingly obsessed and violent. In the end, Stan kills himself and his pregnant girlfriend, leaving their child orphaned.

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4. The Way I Am by Eminem

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

The song is about how Eminem is, he’s not going to change for anyone. He’s been through a lot in his life and he’s not going to pretend to be something he’s not. He’s proud of who he is and where he came from.

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5. Beautiful by Eminem

Artist: Eminem
Album: Relapse
Year: 2009

The song is about how Eminem sees the beauty in life, even though it can be harsh and difficult at times. He talks about how people can be beautiful even when they’re not perfect, and how he finds beauty in things that other people might not even notice.

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6. In the End by Linkin Park

Artist: Linkin Park
Album:
Year:

The song is about a person who is reflecting on their life and all of the choices they have made. They are wondering if they made the right choices and if they could have done things differently. In the end, they realize that it doesn’t matter because they are happy with the life they have.

7. My Name Is by Eminem

Artist: Eminem
Album: The Slim Shady LP
Year: 1999

The song is about Eminem’s struggles with fame and success. He talks about how his life has changed since he became famous, and how he sometimes wishes he could go back to being anonymous. He also addresses his critics, and how he sometimes feels like he has to prove himself to them.

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8. The Real Slim Shady by Eminem

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

The song is a diss track aimed at several celebrities. Eminem mocks them for their perceived hypocrisy and for being fake.

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9. Without Me by Eminem

Artist: Eminem
Album: The Eminem Show
Year: 2002

The song is about how Eminem would be nothing without his fans. He talks about how he used to be a nobody, and how his fans have always been there for him. He also talks about how he is the best rapper alive, and how he is the only one who can tell his story.

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10. Faucet Failure by Ski Mask the Slump God

Artist: Ski Mask the Slump God
Album: STOKELEY: The Lawless Cuts
Year: 2018

The song is about Ski Mask’s struggles with depression and addiction, and how he feels like a failure because of it. He also talks about how he’s tried to get help but it hasn’t worked, and how he’s scared of what will happen if he doesn’t get better.

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11. Stronger by Ye

Artist: Ye
Album: Graduation
Year: 2007

The song is about a person who is going through a tough time and is struggling to keep going. They feel like they are not strong enough to keep going, but they know that they need to be strong for themselves and for the people around them.

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12. Crack a Bottle by Eminem

Artist: Eminem
Album: Relapse
Year: 2009

The song is about partying and getting drunk. It features references to alcohol, drugs, and sex. The song is considered to be one of Eminem’s most popular and is often played at parties.

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13. Hailie’s Song by Eminem

Artist: Eminem
Album: The Eminem Show
Year: 2002

Hailie’s Song is a track from Eminem’s album The Eminem Show. The song is about Hailie, Eminem’s daughter, and how much she means to him. He raps about how she is the one thing in his life that keeps him going, no matter how tough things get. Hailie’s Song is a touching and personal track that shows the softer side of Eminem.

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14. Ultralight Beam by Ye

Artist: Ye
Album:
Year:

The song is about God and how He is always there for us, no matter what we are going through. It is a reminder that we are never alone and that we can always find strength in Him.

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15. Long Gone (Save Me From This Hell) by $uicideboy$

Artist: $uicideboy$
Album: I Want to Die in New Orleans
Year: 2018

The song is about the struggles of addiction and how it can lead someone to feel like they’re stuck in a never-ending cycle of pain. The lyrics talk about how the person wants to be saved from this hell, but feels like they’re too far gone to be helped.

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16. Loser by Beck

Artist: Beck
Album: Mellow Gold
Year: 1994

The song is about a person who is a loser and has no friends. The person is also sad and depressed.

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