71 Songs About Pets (Pop, Rap & More)

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71 Songs About Pets (Pop, Rap & More)

I. Christian Songs About Pets

1. I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles) by The Proclaimers

Artist: The Proclaimers
Album: Hollywood Soundtracks
Year: 1987

The song is about a man who is willing to walk 500 miles to be with the woman he loves. He is determined to make the journey, no matter what the obstacles, and he is sure that he will be happy when he finally arrives at her side.

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II. Pop Songs About Pets

1. I Want a New Drug by Huey Lewis

Artist: Huey Lewis
Album: Sports
Year: 1983

I Want a New Drug is a song by Huey Lewis and the News, released in 1984. The song is about the desire for a new drug, one that would make the user feel better than any other drug. The song was a huge hit, reaching #6 on the Billboard Hot 100.

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2. 2004 by Nellie McKay

Artist: Nellie McKay
Album: Get Away from Me
Year: 2004

The song is about a young woman reflecting on a past relationship. She remembers the good times they had together, but also the pain she felt when it ended. She wonders what could have been, and if they will ever meet again.

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3. 2009 by Norah Jones

Artist: Norah Jones
Album: The Fall
Year: 2009

The song is about a relationship that ended in 2009. The singer reflects on the happy times they had together, and how she misses those moments now that they are no longer together.

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4. My Dear. The Beatles – 1968 by The Beatles

Artist: The Beatles
Album: The Beatles
Year: 1968

The song is a ballad in which the singer reflects on a past relationship. He remembers the good times they had together, but also the pain of their breakup. He wonders if she ever thinks of him and if she still loves him.

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5. Your Love by The Outfield

Artist: The Outfield
Album: Play Deep
Year: 1985

The song is about a young man who is in love with a girl who does not seem to notice him. He sings about how he would do anything for her and how he cannot understand why she does not love him back.

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6. Walkin’ on Sunshine by Katrina And The Waves

Artist: Katrina And The Waves
Album: Walking on Sunshine
Year: 1983

Walkin’ on Sunshine is a feel-good song about finally being happy and in love. The lyrics are positive and uplifting, and the music is catchy and upbeat. It’s the perfect song to listen to on a sunny day.

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7. 1967 by Cat Stevens

Artist: Cat Stevens
Album: Matthew & Son
Year: 1967

The song is a reflection on the year 1967, and how it was a time of great change and upheaval. Stevens looks back on the events of that year, including the Summer of Love and the Vietnam War, and how they affected him personally. The song is both nostalgic and melancholic, as Stevens looks back on a time that was both magical and tragic.

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8. The Puppy Song by Harry Nilsson

Artist: Harry Nilsson
Album: Harry
Year: 1969

The Puppy Song is a song about a puppy who loves his owner and does everything he can to make her happy. He wags his tail, brings her flowers, and follows her everywhere she goes.

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9. 1992 by Neil Young

Artist: Neil Young
Album: Harvest Moon
Year: 1992

The song is a nostalgic look back at the year 1992. It was a time when things were simpler and life was more carefree. The song reflects on how things have changed since then and how the world has become a more complicated place.

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10. Me and My Arrow by Harry Nilsson

Artist: Harry Nilsson
Album:
Year: 1970

The song is about a boy and his arrow, and how they are best friends. The boy loves his arrow and is always there for it, no matter what.

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11. Who Let the Dogs Out? by Baha Men

Artist: Baha Men
Album: Absolute Music 33
Year: 2000

The song is about a group of people who are wondering who let the dogs out, and they are trying to find the culprit. They are looking for the person who is responsible for letting the dogs out, and they are not happy about it.

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12. 1969 by Harry Nilsson

Artist: Harry Nilsson
Album: Harry
Year: 1969

The song tells the story of two young lovers in New York City in the summer of 1969. They are living in the moment and enjoying every minute they have together. The song reflects on the innocence of young love and how it can be so beautiful and perfect.

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13. The Rainbow Connection by Wim T. Schippers

Artist: Wim T. Schippers
Album:
Year: 2002

“The Rainbow Connection” is a song sung by Wim T. Schippers. It is about the hope and nostalgia that comes with looking at a rainbow.

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14. 2015 by Luke Bryan

Artist: Luke Bryan
Album: Kill the Lights
Year: 2015

The song is about a man looking back on his life and all that he has accomplished in the year 2015. He reflects on the good times and the bad times, and how he has grown and changed over the course of the year. He is proud of who he has become and all that he has accomplished, and he looks forward to the future with hope and excitement.

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III. Latest Songs About Pets

1. Old Shep by Elvis Presley

Artist: Elvis Presley
Album:
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“Old Shep” is a song written and performed by Elvis Presley. It was released in 1956 as a single with “Blue Moon of Kentucky” as the B-side. The song is a ballad about a man’s love for his dog, who is described as being “more than a friend”.

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2. Hound Dog by Big Mama Thornton

Artist: Big Mama Thornton
Album:
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Hound Dog is a song about a woman who is fed up with her man. She is tired of him coming home late and not treating her right. She is ready to leave him and move on.

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3. I Have a Pet by Super Simple Learning

Artist: Super Simple Learning
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4. Old Grey Dog by Jimmy Scott

Artist: Jimmy Scott
Album:
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The song is about a man’s love for his old grey dog. The man is sad because the dog is getting old and he knows that the dog will soon die.

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5. The Puppy Song by Harry Nilsson

Artist: Harry Nilsson
Album: Harry
Year: 1969

The Puppy Song is a song about a puppy who loves his owner and does everything he can to make her happy. He wags his tail, brings her flowers, and follows her everywhere she goes.

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6. So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish by A Perfect Circle

Artist: A Perfect Circle
Album: Eat the Elephant
Year: 2018

The song is a parody of the Douglas Adams book, “So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish.” It is about a man who is leaving his home and thanking all the fish he has known for their friendship.

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7. Songs For Dogs by Dog Music

Artist: Dog Music
Album: My Dog, Soft Puppy Music, Cool Doggy, MORE
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This song is a playful and fun song about dogs and their various antics. It is a lighthearted and upbeat song that is sure to put a smile on your face.

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8. I’ll Name the Dogs by Blake Shelton

Artist: Blake Shelton
Album: Texoma Shore
Year: 2017

The song is about a man who is in love and is ready to settle down. He is willing to do anything for the woman he loves, including naming the dogs.

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9. (How Much Is) That Doggie in the Window? by Patti Page

Artist: Patti Page
Album:
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The song is about a woman who sees a dog in the window and wants to buy it, but she doesn’t know how much it costs.

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10. Pillow Pet by Tim Chantarangsu

Artist: Tim Chantarangsu
Album: Pillow Pet
Year: 2022

The song is about a man who is in love with a pillow pet. He talks about how he loves her and how she makes him feel.

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11. Teachers Pets by Meridian Dan, President T, Jme

Artist: Meridian Dan, President T, Jme
Album: Teachers Pets
Year: 2021

The song is about how the teachers’ pets always get the best grades and are always the favorite students. The song is sung from the perspective of a student who is not a teacher’s pet and is jealous of them.

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IV. R&B Songs About Pets

1. I’ll Be There by The Jackson 5

Artist: The Jackson 5
Album: Third Album
Year: 1970

The song is about a lover who is willing to do anything for their partner. They will be there for them no matter what.

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2. Lean on Me by Bill Withers

Artist: Bill Withers
Album: Still Bill
Year: 1972

The song is about offering support to someone during difficult times. It talks about how we all need someone to lean on occasionally, and how important it is to have someone to rely on.

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3. You’ve Got a Friend by Carole King

Artist: Carole King
Album: Tapestry
Year: 1971

The song is about the value of having a true friend, someone who will always be there for you no matter what. It is a song of comfort and reassurance, telling the listener that they are never alone as long as they have a friend.

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4. Hound Dog by Big Mama Thornton

Artist: Big Mama Thornton
Album:
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Hound Dog is a song about a woman who is fed up with her man. She is tired of him coming home late and not treating her right. She is ready to leave him and move on.

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5. Man Of The Hour by Norah Jones

Artist: Norah Jones
Album: The Fall
Year: 2009

The song is about a man who is the center of attention and always seems to be in the right place at the right time. He is always surrounded by people and always has a smile on his face. He is the man of the hour.

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6. Martha My Dear by The Beatles

Artist: The Beatles
Album: The Beatles
Year: 1968

Martha My Dear is a song by The Beatles that was released on their 1968 album The Beatles (also known as The White Album). The song is written by Paul McCartney and is about his then-girlfriend, Jane Asher. The song is a ballad and is one of the more light-hearted songs on The Beatles album.

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7. You Are My Sunshine by Ray Charles

Artist: Ray Charles
Album:
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The song is about a man who is telling his love that she is his sunshine and without her, he would be nothing. He also says that she brightens up his day and he wants to spend eternity with her.

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8. Ain’t No Mountain High Enough by Marvin Gaye, Tammi Terrell

Artist: Marvin Gaye, Tammi Terrell
Album: United
Year: 1967

The song is about how no matter how high a mountain is, it cannot stop two people in love from being together.

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9. Hound Dog by Elvis Presley

Artist: Elvis Presley
Album: Hound Dog
Year: 1956

Hound Dog is a song written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. Recorded first by Big Mama Thornton in 1952, it became a hit for Elvis Presley in 1956. Presley’s version was ranked as the 67th greatest song of all time by Rolling Stone.

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10. The Way You Make Me Feel by Michael Jackson

Artist: Michael Jackson
Album:
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The Way You Make Me Feel is a song by Michael Jackson that was released in 1987. The song is about a man who is in love with a woman and he is telling her how she makes him feel.

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11. I Love My Dog by Cat Stevens

Artist: Cat Stevens
Album: Matthew & Son
Year: 1967

The song is about a person’s love for their dog. It talks about how the dog is always there for them, and how they would do anything for the dog.

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12. Bird Dog by The Everly Brothers

Artist: The Everly Brothers
Album: The Everly Brothers’ Best
Year: 1959

The song is about a man who is trying to court a woman who is already spoken for. He tells her that he is a bird dog, and he is willing to do whatever it takes to win her over.

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13. Old Shep by Elvis Presley

Artist: Elvis Presley
Album:
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“Old Shep” is a song written and performed by Elvis Presley. It was released in 1956 as a single with “Blue Moon of Kentucky” as the B-side. The song is a ballad about a man’s love for his dog, who is described as being “more than a friend”.

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14. Who Let the Dogs Out by Baha Men

Artist: Baha Men
Album: Absolute Music 33
Year: 2000

The song is about a group of people who are having a party and letting the dogs out to have fun. The song is also about how people can be when they are drunk and how they can act like animals.

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15. Lovely Day by Bill Withers

Artist: Bill Withers
Album: Menagerie
Year: 1977

The song is about enjoying life and feeling happy. It is a love song, and Withers is singing about how much he loves his partner. The song is upbeat and optimistic, and the lyrics are simple but effective. The song has a catchy melody and is easy to sing along to.

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V. Country Songs About Pets

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. You Know Me Better Than That by George Strait

Artist: George Strait
Album: The Chill of an Early Fall
Year: 1991

The song is about a man who is telling his ex-wife that she knows him better than to think that he would ever come crawling back to her. He tells her that she is the one who left him, and that she should have known better than to think that he would ever take her back.

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3. Kiss a Pig by Ray Stevens

Artist: Ray Stevens
Album: I Have Returned
Year: 1985

The song is about a man who is trying to impress a woman by kissing a pig. He is hoping that she will be impressed by his bravery and think that he is a great kisser.

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4. Old Shep by Red Foley

Artist: Red Foley
Album:
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“Old Shep” is a song about a boy and his loyal dog. The boy grows up and leaves home, but his thoughts are always with his furry friend.

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5. Me and You and a Dog Named Boo by Lobo

Artist: Lobo
Album: Introducing Lobo
Year: 1971

The song is about a man and a woman who are in love and living together with their dog named Boo. They are happy and content with their life together. The song is light and cheerful, and the chorus includes the line “me and you and a dog named Boo, we’ll never be alone.”

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6. Wildfire by Michael Martin Murphey

Artist: Michael Martin Murphey
Album: Blue Sky – Night Thunder
Year: 1975

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 convince the woman to leave her current lover and come with him.

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7. Tennessee Stud by Johnny Cash

Artist: Johnny Cash
Album: Back In Black
Year: 1994

The song is about a man who falls in love with a wild horse known as the Tennessee Stud. The man tries to tame the horse, but eventually has to give up and let the horse go free. The song reflects on the man’s memories of the horse and how much he loved him.

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8. He Rides the Wild Horses by Chris LeDoux

Artist: Chris LeDoux
Album: He Rides the Wild Horses
Year: 1991

The song is about a cowboy who rides the wild horses. He is a free spirit and loves the freedom that comes with riding the wild horses. He is also a bit of a rebel and doesn’t mind getting dirty or breaking the law.

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9. The Bird by Jerry Reed

Artist: Jerry Reed
Album: The Bird
Year: 1982

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 tell the woman that he is the better man for her, and that she should be with him instead of the other guy.

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10. Old Dogs, Children and Watermelon Wine by Tom T. Hall

Artist: Tom T. Hall
Album: Greatest Hits Vol. 2
Year: 1975

The song is about a man looking back on his life and all the things he’s seen. He’s seen old dogs, children, and watermelon wine, and he’s loved them all.

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VI. Rap Songs About Pets

1. 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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2. Ruff Ryders’ Anthem by DMX

Artist: DMX
Album: It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot
Year: 1998

“Ruff Ryders’ Anthem” is a song by American hip hop recording artist DMX, released as the first single from his debut studio album It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot (1998). The song features a simple hook sung by DMX, with the lyrics “Stop, drop, shut ’em down open up shop/Oh, no that’s how Ruff Ryders roll”. The song’s production uses a minimal, bass-heavy beat which samples the song “Here We Go (Live at the Funhouse)” by American hip hop group Run–D.M.C..

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3. Pet Cheetah by twenty one pilots

Artist: twenty one pilots
Album: Trench
Year: 2018

“Pet Cheetah” is a song by American musical duo Twenty One Pilots. It was released as a single on July 17, 2018, through Fueled by Ramen, and is included as the ninth track on the band’s fifth studio album Trench. The song was written by Tyler Joseph and produced by Paul Meany. “Pet Cheetah” is a hip hop song that features elements of electronic music. The song’s lyrics discuss the feeling of being trapped and the desire to break free.

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4. Ain’t No Fun (If the Homies Can’t Have None) by Snoop Dogg, Nate Dogg, Warren G, Kurupt

Artist: Snoop Dogg, Nate Dogg, Warren G, Kurupt
Album: Doggystyle
Year: 1993

The song is about how much fun the speakers are having, and how they wouldn’t want to be anywhere else. They are surrounded by their friends and they are all partying together. They are doing everything that they enjoy and they wouldn’t want it any other way.

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5. Big Fish by Vince Staples

Artist: Vince Staples
Album: Big Fish Theory
Year: 2017

“Big Fish” by Vince Staples is a song about a young man’s journey to becoming a successful rapper. He starts out by telling his mother that he wants to be a rapper, but she tells him that he needs to finish school first. He then talks about how he started making music with his friends and how they would sell it on the streets. He eventually gets signed to a record label and starts to blow up. The song ends with him reflecting on how far he’s come and how he’s made it despite all the odds.

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6. Pillow Pet by Tim Chantarangsu

Artist: Tim Chantarangsu
Album: Pillow Pet
Year: 2022

The song is about a man who is in love with a pillow pet. He talks about how he loves her and how she makes him feel.

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7. Kitty by Rich Brian

Artist: Rich Brian
Album: Amen
Year: 2018

Rich Brian’s “Kitty” is a bass-heavy track with a catchy hook that finds the Indonesian rapper bragging about his wealth and success with women. He flexes his designer clothes and expensive cars, and boasts about his sexual conquests, making it clear that he’s living the high life. The song is lighthearted and fun, with a party-ready vibe that will get listeners moving.

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8. Who Let the Dogs Out by Baha Men

Artist: Baha Men
Album: Absolute Music 33
Year: 2000

The song is about a group of people who are having a party and letting the dogs out to have fun. The song is also about how people can be when they are drunk and how they can act like animals.

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9. Teachers Pets by Meridian Dan, President T, Jme

Artist: Meridian Dan, President T, Jme
Album: Teachers Pets
Year: 2021

The song is about how the teachers’ pets always get the best grades and are always the favorite students. The song is sung from the perspective of a student who is not a teacher’s pet and is jealous of them.

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10. Bitch Please II by Eminem, Dr. Dre, Xzibit, Snoop Dogg, Nate Dogg

Artist: Eminem, Dr. Dre, Xzibit, Snoop Dogg, Nate Dogg
Album: The Marshall Mathers LP
Year: 2000

This song is a sequel to the original “Bitch Please” song by Eminem, Dr. Dre, and Snoop Dogg. In this version, Xzibit and Nate Dogg are also featured. The song is about how the rappers are better than everyone else, and how they don’t need anyone’s approval.

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VII. Rock Songs About Pets

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. The More Boys I Meet by Carrie Underwood

Artist: Carrie Underwood
Album: Carnival Ride
Year: 2007

The song is about a girl who is looking for love in all the wrong places. She goes through a series of bad relationships and is left wondering why she can’t find a good guy. In the end, she realizes that she is the one who is responsible for her own happiness and that she needs to find someone who is right for her.

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3. Old Blue by The Byrds

Artist: The Byrds
Album: Dr. Byrds & Mr. Hyde
Year: 1969

The song is about a man who is down on his luck and decides to sell his only possession, his dog Old Blue. He is hoping to get enough money to buy food and shelter, but is only offered a measly sum. The man is heartbroken and decides to keep Old Blue after all. The song is a sad story about poverty and desperation, but also has a message of hope and loyalty.

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4. I Love My Dog by Sublime

Artist: Sublime
Album: Sublime
Year: 1996

Sublime’s “I Love My Dog” is a song about a man’s love for his dog. The lyrics describe the dog’s loyalty and companionship, and how the man would do anything for him. The song also includes a reference to the film “Old Yeller”, which is about a boy’s love for his dog.

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5. Hound Dog by Elvis Presley

Artist: Elvis Presley
Album: Hound Dog
Year: 1956

Hound Dog is a song written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. Recorded first by Big Mama Thornton in 1952, it became a hit for Elvis Presley in 1956. Presley’s version was ranked as the 67th greatest song of all time by Rolling Stone.

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6. Old King by Neil Young

Artist: Neil Young
Album: Harvest Moon
Year: 1992

The song is a ballad about a king who is forced to abdicate his throne and leave his kingdom. He is bitter and angry at his fate, and he regrets ever becoming king in the first place.

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7. I Love My Dog by Cat Stevens

Artist: Cat Stevens
Album: Matthew & Son
Year: 1967

The song is about a person’s love for their dog. It talks about how the dog is always there for them, and how they would do anything for the dog.

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8. Seamus by Pink Floyd

Artist: Pink Floyd
Album: Meddle
Year: 1971

The song is about a dog named Seamus, and how he loves to chase cars. The song is sung from the perspective of the dog, and talks about how much fun he has chasing cars.

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9. Pets by Porno for Pyros

Artist: Porno for Pyros
Album: Porno for Pyros
Year: 1993

Pets is a song by American alternative rock band Porno for Pyros. It was released in May 1993 as the lead single from their self-titled debut album. The song peaked at number four on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and number eight on the UK Singles Chart.

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10. Martha My Dear by The Beatles

Artist: The Beatles
Album: The Beatles
Year: 1968

Martha My Dear is a song by The Beatles that was released on their 1968 album The Beatles (also known as The White Album). The song is written by Paul McCartney and is about his then-girlfriend, Jane Asher. The song is a ballad and is one of the more light-hearted songs on The Beatles album.

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11. Man Of The Hour by Norah Jones

Artist: Norah Jones
Album: The Fall
Year: 2009

The song is about a man who is the center of attention and always seems to be in the right place at the right time. He is always surrounded by people and always has a smile on his face. He is the man of the hour.

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12. Gonna Buy Me A Dog by The Monkees

Artist: The Monkees
Album: The Monkees
Year: 1966

The song is about a man who is going to buy himself a dog. He is excited about the idea of having a loyal companion and is looking forward to all the fun they will have together. The song is light and upbeat, with a catchy melody.

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