33 Songs About Festivals (Pop, Rap & More)

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33 Songs About Festivals (Pop, Rap & More)

I. Country Songs About Festivals

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. We Shall Overcome by Pete Seeger

Artist: Pete Seeger
Album:
Year:

The song “We Shall Overcome” is a civil rights anthem that has been sung by protesters and activists for generations. The lyrics are simple and straightforward, but the message is powerful: no matter what obstacles we face, we will eventually overcome them. Seeger’s version of the song is based on an earlier folk tune, but he added his own verses to make it more relevant to the civil rights movement. Over the years, the song has been adopted by many different groups fighting for social change, and it continues to inspire people to stand up and fight for what they believe in.

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II. Pop Songs About Festivals

1. 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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2. I Love It by Icona Pop

Artist: Icona Pop
Album: Icona Pop
Year: 2012

The song is about the feeling of being in love and how great it is. The chorus talks about how love makes you feel alive and how it is worth fighting for.

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3. San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair) by Scott McKenzie

Artist: Scott McKenzie
Album: San Francisco
Year:

The song is about the city of San Francisco and how beautiful it is. It talks about how the city is full of love and how people should come and visit.

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4. The Middle by Maren Morris, Grey, Zedd

Artist: Maren Morris, Grey, Zedd
Album: 538 Hitzone 85
Year:

The Middle is a song about a relationship that is in a bit of a rut. The singer is trying to figure out what to do to make things better. She is looking for some guidance from her partner. However, he is not really sure what to do either. They are both stuck in the middle of their relationship.

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5. 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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III. R&B Songs About Festivals

1. I Love It by Lil Pump, Ye

Artist: Lil Pump, Ye
Album: Harverd Dropout
Year: 2019

In the song, Lil Pump brags about his wealth and success, and how much he loves it. He also references drugs and violence, and boasts about his sexual conquests.

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2. Can’t Hold Us by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis

Artist: Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
Album: Can’t Hold Us
Year: 2011

The song is about not giving up and continuing to fight even when the odds seem insurmountable. It talks about how success is attainable as long as you don’t give up. The song is also about celebrating life and enjoying the moment.

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3. The Seed (2.0) by Cody Chesnutt, The Roots

Artist: Cody Chesnutt, The Roots
Album: Phrenology
Year: 2002

The song is about a man who is trying to plant a seed, but he keeps getting interrupted. He starts to get frustrated, but then he realizes that he can’t plant the seed by himself. He needs help from the people around him.

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IV. Rap Songs About Festivals

1. Made In America by Ye, Jay-Z

Artist: Ye, Jay-Z
Album: Watch the Throne
Year: 2011

This song is about the American dream and how anyone can achieve it if they work hard enough. Jay-Z and Ye both rap about their own experiences growing up in America and how they were able to make something of themselves. The song is motivational and uplifting, and it celebrates the opportunities that America provides.

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V. Rock Songs About Festivals

1. 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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2. We Are Young by fun.

Artist: fun.
Album: Some Nights
Year: 2012

The song is about young people enjoying life and not worrying about the future. They are carefree and enjoy the moment.

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3. Summer in the City by The Lovin’ Spoonful

Artist: The Lovin’ Spoonful
Album:
Year:

“Summer in the City” is a song written by John Sebastian, Mark Sebastian, and Steve Boone and performed by The Lovin’ Spoonful. It reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #3 on the UK Singles Chart in 1966. The song is about the sights and sounds of New York City during the summertime.

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4. 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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5. Baba O’Riley by The Who

Artist: The Who
Album:
Year: 23 October 1971

The song is about a young man who is leaving home to find his way in the world. He is saying goodbye to his father, who is a farmer, and his mother, who is a housewife. He is also saying goodbye to his girlfriend, who is staying behind.

6. 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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7. Purple Haze by Jimi Hendrix

Artist: Jimi Hendrix
Album: Are You Experienced
Year: 1967

The song is about a person who is high on drugs and is experiencing a hallucination. The person is seeing purple haze and is not sure if it is real or not.

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8. Pompeii by Bastille

Artist: Bastille
Album: Bad Blood
Year: 2013

The song is about the city of Pompeii, which was destroyed by a volcano. The singer reflects on the city and its people, and how they must have felt when they knew they were going to die.

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9. All You Need Is Love by The Beatles

Artist: The Beatles
Album:
Year: 1967

The song is about love being the most important thing in life. It is a simple, catchy song with a positive message.

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10. Smells Like Teen Spirit by Nirvana

Artist: Nirvana
Album: Nevermind
Year:

The song is about a teenager who is rebelling against society. He is tired of being told what to do and is sick of conformity. He is angry and wants to lash out. The song is a call to arms for all teenagers who feel the same way. It is an anthem for anyone who has ever felt misunderstood or lost.

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11. Ship to Wreck by Florence + the Machine

Artist: Florence + the Machine
Album:
Year:

“Ship to Wreck” is a song by English indie rock band Florence and the Machine from their third studio album, How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful (2015). Written by Florence Welch and produced by Paul Epworth, it was released as the album’s second single on 21 April 2015. The song debuted at number two on the UK Singles Chart and peaked at number nine on the US Billboard Hot 100.

The song is about a relationship that is “doomed from the start”. Welch has said that the song is “about the idea of giving yourself over to love and not really caring about the consequences, because it feels amazing.”

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12. Enter Sandman by Metallica

Artist: Metallica
Album: Metallica
Year: 1991

The song is about a child’s nightmare, in which a Sandman comes to take him away. The child is trying to fight the Sandman, but eventually succumbs to sleep.

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13. Live Wire by Mötley Crüe

Artist: Mötley Crüe
Album: Too Fast For Love
Year: 1981

The song “Live Wire” by Mötley Crüe is about a girl who is a live wire, meaning she is full of energy and always up for a good time. The song is full of sexual innuendo, with the girl being described as a “wild one” who is always up for a good time.

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14. Firestarter by The Prodigy

Artist: The Prodigy
Album: The Fat of the Land
Year: 1997

The song is about a person who is a “firestarter” and has the ability to start fires. The song is about the person’s power and how they use it to their advantage.

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15. No One Like You by Scorpions

Artist: Scorpions
Album: Blackout
Year: 1982

This song is about a person who is in love with someone who is perfect for them and there is no one else like this person in the world.

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16. 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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17. Festival de rock by Los Auténticos Decadentes

Artist: Los Auténticos Decadentes
Album: Irrompibles
Year: 2010

The song is about a rock festival that is taking place. The singer is excited about the event and is looking forward to it.

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18. Festival by Sigur Rós

Artist: Sigur Rós
Album:
Year: 2008

Festival by Sigur Rós is a song about the joy and happiness that comes with attending a festival. The lyrics describe the feeling of unity and love that is felt when people come together to celebrate. The song is uplifting and positive, and encourages listeners to enjoy the moment and let go of their troubles.

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19. Unchained by Van Halen

Artist: Van Halen
Album: Fair Warning
Year: 1981

The song is about a man who is in prison and is trying to escape. He is talking to his girlfriend on the phone and she is telling him to be careful. He is about to make his escape and he is telling her that he will be back for her.

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20. The Campaign for Real Rock by Edwyn Collins

Artist: Edwyn Collins
Album: Gorgeous George
Year: 1994

The song is about the campaign for real rock, and how it is being taken over by corporate interests. Collins sings about how the music industry is becoming more about making money than about the music itself. He calls for a return to the days when rock was about passion and integrity, and not just about making a quick buck.

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21. Dragon the Festival by TM Network

Artist: TM Network
Album: CHILDHOOD’S END
Year: 1985

“Dragon the Festival” is a song by Japanese rock band TM Network. It was released as a single on January 21, 1987, and peaked at number four on the Oricon Singles Chart. The song was written by band member Tetsuya Komuro and is about the band’s love for the music festival Dragon’s Head.

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22. Woodstock by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young

Artist: Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
Album: Déjà Vu
Year: 1970

“Woodstock” is a song by American folk rock band Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. Written by Joni Mitchell, the song is a reflection on the 1969 Woodstock Music and Art Festival. The song is considered one of the defining anthems of the counterculture movement of the 1960s.

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