70 Songs About Guns (Pop, Rap & More)

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70 Songs About Guns (Pop, Rap & More)

I. Latest Songs About Guns

1. Bullet in a Gun by Imagine Dragons

Artist: Imagine Dragons
Album: Origins
Year: 2018

The song is about a person who is struggling with their mental health and has reached a breaking point. They are considering suicide and have a gun in their hand, but they are unsure if they have the courage to pull the trigger. The song is about the internal battle they are facing and the desperation they are feeling.

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2. The Gun by David Nail

Artist: David Nail
Album: Only This and Nothing More
Year: 2018

The song is about a man who is struggling to deal with the fact that his wife has been cheating on him. He is contemplating suicide and is trying to decide whether or not to use a gun to kill himself.

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3. Guns by Coldplay

Artist: Coldplay
Album: Everyday Life
Year: 2019

The song is about the dangers of guns and how they can destroy lives. It is a plea for peace and an end to gun violence.

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II. Christian Songs About Guns

1. Guns by Jars of Clay

Artist: Jars of Clay
Album: The Long Fall Back to Earth
Year: 2009

The song is about the dangers of guns and how they can destroy lives. It is a plea for gun control and for people to be more responsible with their guns.

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III. Country Songs About Guns

1. Gunpowder & Lead by Miranda Lambert

Artist: Miranda Lambert
Album: Crazy Ex-Girlfriend
Year: 2007

The song is about a woman who is tired of being abused by her man. She is tired of being the one who always has to take the abuse. She is tired of being the one who is always left with the bruises. She is tired of being the one who is always left with the scars. She is tired of being the one who is always left with the pain. She is done with being the victim. She is done with being the one who is always left with the gunpowder and lead.

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2. The Devil Went Down to Georgia by Charlie Daniels Band

Artist: Charlie Daniels Band
Album: Million Mile Reflections
Year: 1979

The song is about a fiddle contest between a young man named Johnny and the devil. The devil makes a bet with Johnny that he can’t play the fiddle better than him, and if he wins, he gets Johnny’s soul. Johnny ends up winning the contest and the devil has to give him his soul.

3. 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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4. Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door by Guns N’ Roses

Artist: Guns N’ Roses
Album: Days of Thunder
Year: 1990

The song is about a person who is on their deathbed, asking for someone to come and help them. They are knocking on heaven’s door, hoping that someone will come and take them to heaven.

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5. Bang Bang by Nancy Sinatra

Artist: Nancy Sinatra
Album: How Does That Grab You?
Year: 1966

The song is about a woman who is in love with a man who is in a relationship with someone else. She is trying to convince him to leave his current girlfriend and be with her instead.

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6. Take a Little Ride by Jason Aldean

Artist: Jason Aldean
Album: Night Train
Year: 2012

The song is about a guy who is asking a girl to come with him on a road trip. He says that he will take her anywhere she wants to go and she can bring her friends along.

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7. A Better Man by Little Big Town

Artist: Little Big Town
Album: The Breaker
Year: 2017

The song is about a woman reflecting on a past relationship and how she wishes she could have been a better partner. She regrets not being able to see the warning signs and wonders what could have been if she had been a better girlfriend. The song is sad and regretful, but also has a message of hope and redemption.

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8. Dirt on My Boots by Jon Pardi

Artist: Jon Pardi
Album: California Sunrise
Year: 2016

The song is about a man who is down on his luck and trying to get his life back on track. He’s been working hard and is covered in dirt from head to toe. He’s ready to get back to the life he wants and is ready to start over.

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9. Big Green Tractor by Jason Aldean

Artist: Jason Aldean
Album: Wide Open
Year: 2009

The song is about a man who is content with his life working on his farm. He has a simple life and does not want anything more. He is in love with his tractor and his truck. The song is a simple, country love song.

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10. T-Shirt by Thomas Rhett

Artist: Thomas Rhett
Album: Tangled Up
Year: 2015

The song is about a guy who is in love with a girl who is in a relationship with someone else. He is trying to convince her to leave her boyfriend and be with him instead.

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IV. Pop Songs About Guns

1. Hugo Montenegro by Hugo Montenegro and His Orchestra

Artist: Hugo Montenegro and His Orchestra
Album: Music From “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” & “A Fistful of Dollars” & “For a Few Dollars More”
Year: 1967

The song ‘Hugo Montenegro by Hugo Montenegro and His Orchestra’ is a haunting and beautiful melody that speaks of lost love and longing. The lyrics are simple but powerful, and the music is both sad and hopeful. It is a song that will stay with you long after you have heard it.

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2. Warren Zevon by Warren Zevon

Artist: Warren Zevon
Album: Excitable Boy
Year: 1978

The song is about the life and career of musician Warren Zevon. It chronicles his early days as a struggling artist in Los Angeles, his breakout success with the album Excitable Boy, and his battle with cancer.

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3. Guns in the Sky by INXS

Artist: INXS
Album: Kick
Year: 1987

The song is about the dangers of guns and how they can be used to kill innocent people. It is a warning to society to be careful with guns and to think about the consequences of their actions.

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4. Nancy Sinatra by Nancy Sinatra

Artist: Nancy Sinatra
Album: How Does That Grab You?
Year: 1966

The song is a tribute to Nancy Sinatra Sr., the mother of the singer. It talks about how she was always there for her children and supported them through everything. It also mentions how she was always stylish and had a great sense of humor.

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5. Bang Bang by Ariana Grande, Jessie J, Nicki Minaj

Artist: Ariana Grande, Jessie J, Nicki Minaj
Album:
Year: 2014

The song is about three powerful women who are in control of their own destinies and sexuality. They sing about how they are not afraid to be assertive and take what they want.

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6. Guns & Roses by Guns N’ Roses

Artist: Guns N’ Roses
Album:
Year:

“Guns & Roses” is a song by American rock band Guns N’ Roses. It was released as the second single from their debut album, Appetite for Destruction (1987). The song was written by Axl Rose and Slash.

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7. Eric Clapton by Eric Clapton

Artist: Eric Clapton
Album: 461 Ocean Boulevard
Year: 1974

The song is a tribute to Eric Clapton by Eric Clapton. It is a slow, emotional song with Clapton singing about how much he loves and respects Clapton.

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8. Johnny Cash by Johnny Cash

Artist: Johnny Cash
Album: Johnny Cash with His Hot and Blue Guitar!
Year:

The song is about the life and career of country music legend Johnny Cash. It chronicles his humble beginnings as a sharecropper’s son, his rise to fame, and his eventual fall from grace. The song paints a picture of a man who was always struggling against the odds, but never gave up.

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9. Guns and Money’ Warren Zevon by Warren Zevon

Artist: Warren Zevon
Album: Excitable Boy
Year: 1978

The song is about a person who is down on their luck and resorting to crime to make ends meet. The song is told from the perspective of the person committing the crimes. They talk about how they have to rob and steal to get by, and how they would kill for the right price. The song is dark and pessimistic, and reflects the desperation of the person committing the crimes.

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V. Rock Songs About Guns

1. Welcome to the Jungle by Guns N’ Roses

Artist: Guns N’ Roses
Album: Appetite for Destruction
Year:

The song is about a person who is new to the city and is experiencing all the negative aspects of it. They are overwhelmed by the pollution, the crime, and the poverty. They feel like they are in a jungle and are struggling to survive.

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2. Paradise City by Guns N’ Roses

Artist: Guns N’ Roses
Album: Appetite for Destruction
Year: 1987

The song is about a person who is down on their luck and is looking for a place to call home. They find themselves in a city that is full of sin and corruption, but they find a place to stay and make a new home.

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3. Sweet Child O’ Mine by Guns N’ Roses

Artist: Guns N’ Roses
Album: Appetite for Destruction
Year: 1987

The song is about a young couple in love. The man recalls how he used to be wild and carefree, but now he is more responsible and settled down. He tells his girlfriend that she is his “sweet child o’ mine” and that he will always love her.

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4. November Rain by Guns N’ Roses

Artist: Guns N’ Roses
Album: Use Your Illusion I
Year: 1991

1. “Bang Bang” by Nancy Sinatra
2. “Bullet with Butterfly Wings” by The Smashing Pumpkins
3. “Welcome to the Jungle” by Guns N’ Roses
4. “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door” by Bob Dylan
5. “Shoot to Thrill” by AC/DC
6. “War” by Edwin Starr
7. “Fortunate Son” by Creedence Clearwater Revival
8. “Highway to Hell” by AC/DC
9. “The Guns of Brixton” by The Clash
10. “Eve of Destruction” by Barry McGuire

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5. Fortunate Son by Creedence Clearwater Revival

Artist: Creedence Clearwater Revival
Album: Willy and the Poor Boys
Year: 1969

The song is about rich kids who never have to work for anything and always get what they want. They never have to worry about money or the draft, unlike the poor kids who have to work hard and worry about being drafted into the Vietnam War.

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6. 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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7. Granddaddy’s Gun by Aaron Lewis

Artist: Aaron Lewis
Album: The Road
Year: 2012

The song is about a man’s grandfather passing down his gun to him. The gun is a symbol of the man’s heritage and the things he’s been through in his life. The song is about the man’s love for his grandfather and the things he’s taught him.

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8. Blowin’ in the Wind by Bob Dylan

Artist: Bob Dylan
Album: The Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan
Year: 1963

The song is a protest against the American government and its policies. It is a call for change and an end to the violence and injustice that Dylan sees around him. The song is also a plea for peace and understanding, and a hope that someday the world will be a better place.

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9. Shoot to Thrill by AC/DC

Artist: AC/DC
Album:
Year: 1980

The song is about a woman who is dangerous and thrilling. She is someone who is not to be messed with.

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10. Saturday Night Special by Lynyrd Skynyrd

Artist: Lynyrd Skynyrd
Album: Nuthin’ Fancy
Year: 1975

The song is about a cheap gun that is often used in crimes. It is also about how guns are easily accessible and how they can be used for both good and bad.

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11. You Could Be Mine by Guns N’ Roses

Artist: Guns N’ Roses
Album: Use Your Illusion II
Year: 1991

The song is about a relationship on the verge of breaking up. The singer is telling the person that they could be mine, but they’re not, and he’s okay with that.

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12. Big Gun by AC/DC

Artist: AC/DC
Album: Last Action Hero
Year: 1993

The song is about a big gun that is used to shoot down enemies. It is a powerful weapon that is feared by many.

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13. Sixty Eight Guns by The Alarm

Artist: The Alarm
Album: Declaration
Year: 1984

The song is about a man who is trying to find his place in the world. He is lost and alone, and he feels like he has no purpose. He is looking for someone to help him find his way, and he finally finds that person in the form of a woman. He falls in love with her, and she helps him find his purpose in life.

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14. Guns in the Sky by INXS

Artist: INXS
Album: Kick
Year: 1987

The song is about the dangers of guns and how they can be used to kill innocent people. It is a warning to society to be careful with guns and to think about the consequences of their actions.

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15. Civil War by Guns N’ Roses

Artist: Guns N’ Roses
Album: Use Your Illusion II
Year: 1991

The song is about the American Civil War and the effects it had on the country. It talks about the fighting and the bloodshed, and how it divided the country. It also talks about how the war affected the people who fought in it, and how it changed their lives forever.

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16. Billy’s Got A Gun by Def Leppard

Artist: Def Leppard
Album: Pyromania
Year: 1987

The song is about a young man named Billy who gets a gun and starts to use it to rob people. He eventually gets caught and is sent to prison.

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17. Knocking on Heaven’s Door by Bob Dylan

Artist: Bob Dylan
Album: Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid
Year: 1977

The song is about a person who is dying and knocking on heaven’s door to be let in. The person is asking for mercy and for someone to take care of their loved ones.

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18. Don’t Need A Gun by Billy Idol

Artist: Billy Idol
Album: Whiplash Smile
Year: 1986

The song is about a person who is struggling with the idea of having a gun. The person is talking to themselves, trying to convince themselves that they don’t need a gun. The song is about violence and how it can be avoided.

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19. Johnny B. Goode by Chuck Berry

Artist: Chuck Berry
Album:
Year:

The song is about a young man named Johnny who is a great guitar player. He is from the country and is not very educated, but he has a natural talent for music. The song is a celebration of his talent and of the power of music to transcend class and race.

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20. Cupid’s Got a Shotgun by Carrie Underwood

Artist: Carrie Underwood
Album: Blown Away
Year: 2012

Carrie Underwood sings about a woman who is done being messed with by Cupid. She’s done with his games and is ready to move on. She’s not going to be a victim of his arrows anymore.

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21. Wanted Dead or Alive by Bon Jovi

Artist: Bon Jovi
Album: Slippery When Wet
Year: 1986

“Wanted Dead or Alive” is a song by American rock band Bon Jovi. It is from their 1986 album Slippery When Wet. The song was written by Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora. The song peaked at number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100.

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VI. Rap Songs About Guns

1. Straight Outta Compton by N.W.A.

Artist: N.W.A.
Album: Straight Outta Compton
Year: 1988

The song is about living in the tough neighborhood of Compton, California and how the police treat them unfairly. The song also contains profanity and violence.

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2. Cop Killer by Body Count

Artist: Body Count
Album: Body Count
Year: 1992

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.

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3. Gin and Juice by Snoop Dogg

Artist: Snoop Dogg
Album:
Year: 1993

The song is about a party where people are drinking gin and juice. Snoop Dogg is at the party and he is enjoying himself. He is surrounded by beautiful women and he is having a good time.

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4. Deep Cover by Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg

Artist: Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg
Album: Deep Cover
Year: 1992

The song is about the dangers of drug dealing and the police informant lifestyle. It features a slow, atmospheric beat and lyrics that describe the paranoia and fear of being caught by the police.

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5. Let Me Ride by Dr. Dre

Artist: Dr. Dre
Album: The Chronic
Year: 1992

The song is about how Dre is the best at what he does and how he will never let anyone take his place.

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6. Gun Music by Talib Kweli

Artist: Talib Kweli
Album: Quality
Year: 2002

The song is about the dangers of gun violence and the need for gun control. It features Talib Kweli rapping about the victims of gun violence and the need for change.

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7. Bang Bang by La Coka Nostra

Artist: La Coka Nostra
Album: A Brand You Can Trust
Year: 2009

La Coka Nostra is an American hip hop supergroup from Boston, Massachusetts. The group is composed of former House of Pain members Danny Boy (Danny Boy O’Connor), Everlast (Erik Francis Schrody), and Slaine (George Carroll), as well as DJ Lethal (Leor Dimant).

The song ‘Bang Bang’ is a hard-hitting track that sees the group taking aim at the current state of the world. Over a thumping beat, the rappers deliver rapid-fire verses that touch on topics such as gun violence, poverty, and racism. The song ends with a call for unity, as the group urges listeners to come together and fight for a better future.

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8. Tonz ’o’ Gunz by Gang Starr

Artist: Gang Starr
Album: Hard to Earn
Year: 1994

“Tonz ‘o’ Gunz” is a song by Gang Starr. It was released in 1998 as the lead single from their album Moment of Truth. The song features a sample of “The Guns of Navarone” by The Skatalites.

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9. A Nigga Witta Gun by Dr. Dre

Artist: Dr. Dre
Album: The Chronic
Year: 1992

“A Nigga Witta Gun” is a song by American rapper Dr. Dre, from his debut solo studio album, The Chronic. The song features fellow American rapper Snoop Doggy Dogg and is produced by Dre himself. It was released as the album’s third single on January 25, 1994. The song is a gangsta rap song that features a heavy bassline and synth instrumentation. The lyrics center around gun violence and the tough streets of Compton, California.

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10. My Dogz Iz My Gunz by Sticky Fingaz

Artist: Sticky Fingaz
Album: Black Trash: The Autobiography of Kirk Jones
Year: 2001

The song is about the speaker’s love for their dogs, and how they are their loyal protectors. The speaker compares their dogs to guns, and how they will always have each other’s backs.

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11. I Gave You Power by Nas

Artist: Nas
Album: It Was Written
Year: 1996

The song is about a person who gives another person power, only to have that power used against them.

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12. My Buddy by G-Unit

Artist: G-Unit
Album: Beg for Mercy
Year: 2003

“My Buddy” is a song by American hip hop group G-Unit. It was released on August 19, 2003, as the third single from their debut album, Beg for Mercy (2003). The song features a guest appearance from American singer Tony Yayo. “My Buddy” peaked at number 64 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 23 on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.

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13. Get My Gun by D12

Artist: D12
Album: D12 World
Year: 2004

The song is about a man who is planning to take revenge on someone who has wronged him. He is eager to get his hands on a gun so that he can carry out his plan. The song is full of violent imagery and threats of violence.

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14. Body Count by Ice-T

Artist: Ice-T
Album:
Year:

The song is about the high number of homicides in America, and how Ice-T and his friends are responsible for many of them.

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15. gun smoke by 21 Savage

Artist: 21 Savage
Album: I Am > I Was
Year: 2018

The song is about gun violence and the effects it has on the community.

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VII. R&B Songs About Guns

1. Get My Gun by D12

Artist: D12
Album: D12 World
Year: 2004

The song is about a man who is planning to take revenge on someone who has wronged him. He is eager to get his hands on a gun so that he can carry out his plan. The song is full of violent imagery and threats of violence.

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2. Trigger Happy by “Weird Al” Yankovic

Artist: “Weird Al” Yankovic
Album: Off the Deep End
Year: 1992

The song is a parody of the popular song “Happy” by Pharrell Williams. In the song, Weird Al pokes fun at the gun culture in America.

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3. Holding the Gun by Sabrina Claudio

Artist: Sabrina Claudio
Album: Truth Is
Year: 2019

The song is about a person who is struggling with their mental health and is considering suicide. They are holding a gun to their head, and they are thinking about all of the people in their life who would be better off without them. They are wondering if anyone would even care if they died. In the end, they decide not to go through with it, and they put the gun down.

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4. Son of a Gun (I Betcha Think This Song Is About You) by Janet Jackson

Artist: Janet Jackson
Album: All for You
Year: 2001

The song is about a woman who is fed up with her boyfriend and is ready to move on. She sings about how she knows he is thinking this song is about him, and how she is done with his games. She is ready to find someone new who will treat her better.

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5. Bang Bang by Ariana Grande, Jessie J, Nicki Minaj

Artist: Ariana Grande, Jessie J, Nicki Minaj
Album:
Year: 2014

The song is about three powerful women who are in control of their own destinies and sexuality. They sing about how they are not afraid to be assertive and take what they want.

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6. Gunwalk by Lil Wayne

Artist: Lil Wayne
Album: I Am Not a Human Being II
Year: 2013

The song is about gun violence and how it affects people’s lives. It talks about how guns are a problem in society and how they can ruin people’s lives.

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7. Guns & Roses by T.I.

Artist: T.I.
Album: Trouble Man: Heavy Is the Head
Year: 2012

The song is about the dangers of gun violence and the need for gun reform. It features the vocals of T.I. and Lil Wayne.

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8. I Gave You Power by Nas

Artist: Nas
Album: It Was Written
Year: 1996

The song is about a person who gives another person power, only to have that power used against them.

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9. My Buddy by G-Unit

Artist: G-Unit
Album: Beg for Mercy
Year: 2003

“My Buddy” is a song by American hip hop group G-Unit. It was released on August 19, 2003, as the third single from their debut album, Beg for Mercy (2003). The song features a guest appearance from American singer Tony Yayo. “My Buddy” peaked at number 64 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 23 on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.

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10. Guns & Ships by Christopher Jackson, Original Broadway Cast of Hamilton, Daveed Diggs, Leslie Odom Jr.

Artist: Christopher Jackson, Original Broadway Cast of Hamilton, Daveed Diggs, Leslie Odom Jr.
Album:
Year: 2015

“Guns and Ships” is a song from the Broadway musical Hamilton. It is sung by the characters Lafayette and Jefferson, who are debating whether to fight the British or flee. Lafayette is urging Jefferson to join the fight, while Jefferson is hesitant. The song is a rap battle between the two characters, with each trying to convince the other of their point of view. In the end, Lafayette convinces Jefferson to join the fight, and the two characters join forces.

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11. Bop Gun (Endangered Species) by Parliament-Funkadelic

Artist: Parliament-Funkadelic
Album:
Year:

The song is about a gun that makes people dance when it is fired.

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