69 Songs About Snakes (Pop, Rap & More)

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69 Songs About Snakes (Pop, Rap & More)

I. Pop Songs About Snakes

1. Love Is Blind by Eve

Artist: Eve
Album: Let There Be Eve…Ruff Ryders’ First Lady
Year: 1999

The song is about a woman who is in love with a man who is blind. She talks about how she loves him for who he is, and not for what he looks like.

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2. In the Air Tonight by Phil Collins

Artist: Phil Collins
Album: Face Value
Year: 1981

The song is about a man who is reflecting on a past relationship. He is wondering if his ex-partner ever thinks about him and if she regrets the way things ended. The song has a feeling of loss and nostalgia.

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3. Snakes on a Plane (Bring It) by Cobra Starship

Artist: Cobra Starship
Album: While the City Sleeps, We Rule the Streets
Year: 2006

The song is about a group of people who are on a plane that is being attacked by snakes. The people are fighting back and trying to kill the snakes.

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II. Latest Songs About Snakes

1. Serpentine Fire by Earth, Wind & Fire

Artist: Earth, Wind & Fire
Album:
Year:

The song is about a fire that burns within the soul, and how it can both destroy and create. It is a metaphor for the passion and power of love.

2. Snakes by No Doubt

Artist: No Doubt
Album: The Beacon Street Collection
Year:

The song is about a relationship that is on the rocks. The singer is trying to figure out what went wrong and how to fix it. She is asking the person she is with if they can help her understand what is going on.

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3. Snake by Lil Keed

Artist: Lil Keed
Album: Long Live Mexico
Year: 2019

Lil Keed’s “Snake” is a track about the dangers of being involved with someone who is not to be trusted. Keed warns listeners that these people are like snakes, and they will only end up hurting you in the end. He also advises against getting too close to them, as they will only end up dragging you down with them.

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4. King Snake by John Lee Hooker

Artist: John Lee Hooker
Album:
Year:

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 be with him instead. He tells her that he is a better lover than the other man and that he will treat her better.

5. Land of the Snakes by J. Cole

Artist: J. Cole
Album: Born Sinner
Year:

“Land of the Snakes” is a song by American rapper J. Cole. It was released on April 20, 2013, as the second single from his second studio album, Born Sinner (2013). The song features a guest appearance from fellow American rapper Wale. The song was produced by J. Cole, Elite and C-Sick.

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6. Snake Song by Townes Van Zandt

Artist: Townes Van Zandt
Album:
Year:

The song is about a man who is down on his luck and decides to take up snake charming as a way to make some money. He is not very good at it and ends up getting bitten by a snake.

7. The Snake by Eric Church

Artist: Eric Church
Album: Desperate Man
Year: 2018

The song is about a man who is bitten by a snake while out in the wilderness. He is able to make it back to civilization, but the venom has already begun to affect him. He knows that he is going to die and he is angry at the snake for taking his life.

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III. Country Songs About Snakes

1. The Snake by Johnny Cash

Artist: Johnny Cash
Album: Everybody Loves a Nut
Year: 1966

The song is about a snake that bites a woman, and she dies.

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2. The Snake by The Teen Kings

Artist: The Teen Kings
Album: Roy Orbison at the Rock House
Year: 1961

The song is about a snake that is trying to kill a man. The man is trying to kill the snake, but the snake is too fast.

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3. The Snake by Don Cole, Al Casey

Artist: Don Cole, Al Casey
Album: Snake Songs
Year: 2012

The song is about a snake that tries to bite a man, but the man is able to kill the snake with a stick.

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4. The Snake Song by Jerry Reed

Artist: Jerry Reed
Album: Georgia Sunshine
Year: 1970

The song tells the story of a man who is bitten by a snake while out in the woods. He is able to make it back to his car and drive to the nearest hospital, but he dies before he gets there. The song is a warning to be careful when you are out in the wilderness and to be aware of the dangers that exist.

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IV. Christian Songs About Snakes

1. Blessed Be Your Name by Matt Redman

Artist: Matt Redman
Album: Where Angels Fear to Tread
Year: 2002

The song is about praising God for who He is and what He has done. It is a song of thanksgiving and worship.

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2. The River by Jordan Feliz

Artist: Jordan Feliz
Album: Beloved
Year: 2015

The River by Jordan Feliz is a song about hope and redemption. The lyrics tell the story of a person who has been through hard times and is looking for a way to start over. The song is about finding strength in God and moving forward in life. The song is uplifting and inspiring, and it is sure to encourage anyone who is going through a difficult time.

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3. Swing Low, Sweet Chariot by The Blind Boys of Alabama

Artist: The Blind Boys of Alabama
Album: Swing Low, Sweet Chariot
Year: 1996

The song is about a person who is looking forward to being reunited with a loved one in heaven. The person is asking for God’s help in getting there.

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4. The Snake by Al Wilson

Artist: Al Wilson
Album: Searching for the Dolphins
Year: 1968

“The Snake” is a 1968 song written by Al Wilson and Frank Wilson. It was a Top 10 pop hit for Wilson in 1968, reaching number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. The song tells the story of a woman who takes in a wounded snake and nurses it back to health, only for the snake to bite her when she tries to release it back into the wild.

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5. Come, Holy Spirit by Jesus Culture

Artist: Jesus Culture
Album: Live from New York
Year: 2012

Come, Holy Spirit is a song about inviting the Holy Spirit into one’s life. The lyrics express a desire for the Spirit’s presence, and ask for guidance and strength. The song is upbeat and worshipful, and includes the refrain “Come, Holy Spirit, come/ Fill us with Your power/ Come, Holy Spirit, come/ We need Your love today.”

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6. Crushing Snakes by David Crowder

Artist: David Crowder
Album: I Know a Ghost
Year: 2018

The song is about a person who is struggling with their faith and is trying to find their way back to God. The song is about how the person is feeling lost and alone, but they know that God is still with them and is waiting for them to come back to Him.

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7. Snakes of Christ by Danzig

Artist: Danzig
Album: Danzig II: Lucifuge
Year: 1990

The song is about a snake that is Christ-like, and how it is misunderstood by humans. The snake is seen as a symbol of evil, but it is actually a force for good. The song is about how humans need to learn to accept the snake for what it is, and not judge it by its appearance.

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V. R&B Songs About Snakes

1. Love the Way You Lie by Eminem

Artist: Eminem
Album: Recovery
Year: 2010

The song is about a toxic and abusive relationship. The woman in the relationship is trying to leave, but the man is trying to hold on and keep her there. He tells her that he loves her, but he also loves the way she lies to him and the way she manipulates him.

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2. Loyal by Chris Brown

Artist: Chris Brown
Album: X
Year: 2014

The song is about being loyal to your significant other. Chris Brown sings about how he will be loyal to his girl and never cheat on her. He also sings about how he would never let her down and how she is the only one for him.

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3. Crazy by Seal

Artist: Seal
Album: Now! That’s What I Call Music 19
Year: 1991

The song is about a man who is in love with a woman who is “crazy.” He is trying to convince her to stay with him, despite the fact that she is “crazy.”

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4. Snake in the Grass by Midnight Star

Artist: Midnight Star
Album: Midnight Star
Year: 1987

The song is about a woman who is trying to warn her friend about a man who is no good for her. She is trying to tell her that he is just using her and that she needs to be careful.

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5. Wait a Minute by Snake City

Artist: Snake City
Album: Too Long
Year: 2019

The song is about a relationship that is on the rocks. The person singing is trying to figure out what went wrong and how to fix it. They are willing to wait a minute to see if things can be worked out.

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6. Snakes and Ladders by Joss Stone

Artist: Joss Stone
Album: Mind Body & Soul
Year: 2004

The song is about a relationship that is going through ups and downs. The ups are represented by the ladders, and the downs are represented by the snakes. The song is about how the relationship can be both good and bad, and how it can be a struggle to keep it going.

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7. Sneakin’ by Drake

Artist: Drake
Album: Sneakin
Year: 2016

The song is about a relationship that is not public. The speakers are sneaking around, trying to keep it a secret. They are worried about what people will think, but they can’t help how they feel.

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8. Deuces by Chris Brown, Kevin McCall

Artist: Chris Brown, Kevin McCall
Album: F.A.M.E.
Year: 2011

The song is about a breakup and how the person feels about it. They are angry and hurt, but also feel like they need to move on.

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9. Land of the Snakes by J. Cole

Artist: J. Cole
Album: Born Sinner
Year:

“Land of the Snakes” is a song by American rapper J. Cole. It was released on April 20, 2013, as the second single from his second studio album, Born Sinner (2013). The song features a guest appearance from fellow American rapper Wale. The song was produced by J. Cole, Elite and C-Sick.

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10. Snakes and Lovers by Spandau Ballet

Artist: Spandau Ballet
Album: Through The Barricades (Alben für die Ewigkeit)
Year: 1986

The song is about a young man who is in love with a girl who is in love with someone else. The young man is trying to convince the girl to leave her current lover and be with him instead. He tells her that her current lover is not good enough for her and that he can give her everything she needs.

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11. No Frauds by Nicki Minaj, Drake, Lil Wayne

Artist: Nicki Minaj, Drake, Lil Wayne
Album: No Frauds
Year: 2017

The song is about Nicki Minaj, Drake, and Lil Wayne being better than their rivals. They boast about their success and put down their haters.

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12. Ain’t Nobody by Rihanna

Artist: Rihanna
Album: Unapologetic
Year: 2012

Ain’t Nobody is a song by Rihanna that was released in 2008. The song is about a woman who is in love with a man who is in love with someone else. The woman is trying to tell the man that she is the one for him and that he should forget about the other woman.

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13. The Snake by Al Wilson

Artist: Al Wilson
Album: Searching for the Dolphins
Year: 1968

“The Snake” is a 1968 song written by Al Wilson and Frank Wilson. It was a Top 10 pop hit for Wilson in 1968, reaching number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. The song tells the story of a woman who takes in a wounded snake and nurses it back to health, only for the snake to bite her when she tries to release it back into the wild.

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14. Snakeskin by Rina Sawayama

Artist: Rina Sawayama
Album: SAWAYAMA (Deluxe Edition)
Year: 2020

The song is about a relationship that is not what it seems. The person singing is in a relationship with someone who is not what they seem. They are hiding something from the person they are in a relationship with.

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15. 3 Headed Snake by Gunna

Artist: Gunna
Album: Drip or Drown 2
Year: 2019

The song is about a snake with three heads, each one representing a different person in the rapper’s life. The first head is the rapper’s mother, the second is his father, and the third is his girlfriend. The song is about the rapper’s complicated relationship with these three people.

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16. Snake by R. Kelly, Big Tigger

Artist: R. Kelly, Big Tigger
Album: The World’s Greatest
Year: 2011

The song is about a man who is trying to seduce a woman. He is trying to be smooth and sly, but she is not falling for it. She is not interested in him because she can see that he is a snake.

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VI. Rock Songs About Snakes

1. Here I Go Again by Whitesnake

Artist: Whitesnake
Album: Saints & Sinners
Year: 1982

The song is about a man who is trying to get over a woman he loved and lost. He is looking back on their relationship and wondering if he will ever find another love like hers.

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2. Rock You Like a Hurricane by Scorpions

Artist: Scorpions
Album: Love at First Sting
Year: 1984

Rock You Like a Hurricane is a 1984 song by German rock band Scorpions. It was released as the lead single from their ninth studio album, Love at First Sting. The song was a huge commercial success, reaching number one in seven countries. It is one of the band’s most well-known songs, and is often considered a metal classic.

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3. Killer by Adamski

Artist: Adamski
Album: Liveandirect
Year: 1989

Killer by Adamski is about a person who is in love with a killer. The person is willing to do anything for the killer, even kill themselves.

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4. Inject the Venom by AC/DC

Artist: AC/DC
Album:
Year: 1981

The song is about a person who is addicted to drugs and how they feel. They are looking for a fix and they will do anything to get it. They are willing to inject the venom into their veins in order to get the high they are looking for.

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5. Snakes of Christ by Danzig

Artist: Danzig
Album: Danzig II: Lucifuge
Year: 1990

The song is about a snake that is Christ-like, and how it is misunderstood by humans. The snake is seen as a symbol of evil, but it is actually a force for good. The song is about how humans need to learn to accept the snake for what it is, and not judge it by its appearance.

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6. Snake in Your Face by Limp Bizkit

Artist: Limp Bizkit
Album: Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water
Year: 2000

The song is about a snake that is attacking someone’s face. The person is trying to fight back, but the snake is too strong.

7. Get on the Snake by Soundgarden

Artist: Soundgarden
Album: Louder Than Love
Year: 1989

The song is about a snake that is trying to get away from a group of people who are trying to kill it. The song is told from the perspective of the snake, and it is trying to get away from the people who are trying to kill it.

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8. Spiders and Snakes by Jim Stafford

Artist: Jim Stafford
Album: Jim Stafford
Year: 1974

The song is about a person who is afraid of spiders and snakes. The person tries to avoid them, but they keep appearing. The person tries to keep calm, but they eventually freak out and start screaming.

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9. Still of the Night by Whitesnake

Artist: Whitesnake
Album: Whitesnake
Year: 1987

The song is about a man who is thinking about a woman he used to be with and how he still thinks about her even though she is no longer in his life.

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10. Calming the Snake by Sonic Youth

Artist: Sonic Youth
Album: The Eternal
Year: 2009

The song is about a person who is trying to calm a snake. The person is trying to use their voice to calm the snake down, and they are trying to keep the snake from biting them.

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11. Union of the Snake by Duran Duran

Artist: Duran Duran
Album: Seven and the Ragged Tiger
Year: 1983

The song is about a snake that is trying to escape from a zoo. The snake is tired of being cooped up and wants to be free. The snake is also tired of being treated like a freak and wants to be accepted.

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12. Snake Eyes And Sissies by Marilyn Manson

Artist: Marilyn Manson
Album: Portrait of an American Family
Year: 1994

The song is about how society sees people who are different as snake eyes and sissies. It is about how people who are different are often treated as outcasts and how they are often misunderstood.

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13. Crawling King Snake by The Doors

Artist: The Doors
Album: L.A. Woman
Year: 1971

The song is about a man who is trying to seduce a woman. He is trying to be smooth and suave, but she is not interested. He is getting frustrated and angry, and he starts to feel like a crawling king snake.

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VII. Rap Songs About Snakes

1. 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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2. 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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3. 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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4. 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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5. 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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6. 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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7. Berzerk by Eminem

Artist: Eminem
Album: The Marshall Mathers LP 2
Year: 2013

“Berzerk” is a song by American rapper Eminem. The song was released on August 27, 2013, as the lead single from his eighth studio album The Marshall Mathers LP 2 (2013). The song samples “Fight for Your Right” (1987) by American hip hop group the Beastie Boys. “Berzerk” peaked at number three on the US Billboard Hot 100 and became Eminem’s eighteenth top ten single on the chart. Internationally, the song peaked at number one in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, and reached the top ten in Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Sweden and Switzerland.

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8. Rap God by Eminem

Artist: Eminem
Album: The Marshall Mathers LP 2
Year: 2013

The song is about Eminem’s journey to becoming one of the greatest rappers of all time. He talks about how he has been able to overcome all the obstacles in his life and become the rap god that he is today.

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9. 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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10. Snake Rap by The Snakes

Artist: The Snakes
Album: I Won’t Love You
Year: 1985

This song is about a snake that can rap. The snake is talking about how it’s the best rapper around and how it can rhyme better than anyone else.

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11. Snake Pond by Raekwon

Artist: Raekwon
Album: Shaolin vs. Wu-Tang
Year: 2011

Raekwon’s “Snake Pond” is a menacing track that finds the Wu-Tang Clan MC reflecting on his come-up in the rap game. Over a haunting piano loop, Raekwon details how he went from being a “snake” in the pond to a king. He also makes references to his fellow Wu-Tang members, including Ghostface Killah and Method Man.

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12. Snake in the Grass by Waka Flocka Flame

Artist: Waka Flocka Flame
Album: Flockaveli
Year: 2010

The song is about a snake that is hiding in the grass, waiting to attack its prey. Waka Flocka Flame is warning his listeners to be careful and not to let the snake get them.

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13. Slim Shady by Eminem

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

Slim Shady is a diss track aimed at Benzino, The Source, and other hip hop critics who had been giving Eminem negative reviews. In the song, Eminem raps from the perspective of his fictional alter ego Slim Shady, who is a violent and psychopathic version of himself. He threatens to kill his critics and brags about his own success. The song is notable for its aggressive and dark lyrics, which were a departure from the more light-hearted and humorous tracks that Eminem had been releasing up to that point.

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14. Snakes by Waka Flocka Flame

Artist: Waka Flocka Flame
Album: Big Homie Flocka
Year: 2018

The song is about how Waka Flocka Flame is better than all the other rappers out there. He is better than them because he is more real and because he is not afraid to speak his mind.

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15. Snakes by King Sun

Artist: King Sun
Album: XL
Year: 1989

“Snakes” is a song by American hip hop artist King Sun. It was released in 1991 as a single from his album Dope Fiend. The song features a sample of “Snakes” by James Brown.

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16. Land of the Snakes by J. Cole

Artist: J. Cole
Album: Born Sinner
Year:

“Land of the Snakes” is a song by American rapper J. Cole. It was released on April 20, 2013, as the second single from his second studio album, Born Sinner (2013). The song features a guest appearance from fellow American rapper Wale. The song was produced by J. Cole, Elite and C-Sick.

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17. 3 Headed Snake by Gunna

Artist: Gunna
Album: Drip or Drown 2
Year: 2019

The song is about a snake with three heads, each one representing a different person in the rapper’s life. The first head is the rapper’s mother, the second is his father, and the third is his girlfriend. The song is about the rapper’s complicated relationship with these three people.

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18. Versace Python by RiFF RAFF

Artist: RiFF RAFF
Album: Neon Icon
Year: 2014

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 boyfriend and be with him instead.

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19. Snake by Lil Keed

Artist: Lil Keed
Album: Long Live Mexico
Year: 2019

Lil Keed’s “Snake” is a track about the dangers of being involved with someone who is not to be trusted. Keed warns listeners that these people are like snakes, and they will only end up hurting you in the end. He also advises against getting too close to them, as they will only end up dragging you down with them.

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