57 Songs About Today (Pop, Rap & More)

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57 Songs About Today (Pop, Rap & More)

I. Latest Songs About Today

1. Every Day by NEEDTOBREATHE

Artist: NEEDTOBREATHE
Album: Talk of the Town
Year: 2022

“Every Day” is a song by American rock band NEEDTOBREATHE. It was released on March 26, 2019, as the lead single from their seventh studio album, Out of Body. The song peaked at number two on the US Billboard Christian Airplay chart.

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II. Pop Songs About Today

1. I’m So Excited by The Pointer Sisters

Artist: The Pointer Sisters
Album: So Excited!
Year: 1982

The song is about being excited for something, whether it be a party or a new relationship. The lyrics are upbeat and positive, and the overall tone of the song is one of happiness.

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2. The Power of Love by Huey Lewis and the News

Artist: Huey Lewis and the News
Album: Back to the Future: Music from the Motion Picture Soundtrack
Year: 1985

The song is about the power of love and how it can change people. It talks about how love can make people do things they never thought they would do, and how it can make them happy and make them feel alive.

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3. Walking on Sunshine by Katrina And The Waves

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

The song is about being happy and in love and feeling like you’re walking on sunshine.

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III. Rap Songs About Today

1. All Day by Ye

Artist: Ye
Album: All Day
Year: 2015

The song is about a person who is in love with someone who is not available to them. The person is talking about how they think about the person they love all day and how they wish they could be with them.

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2. Anaconda by Nicki Minaj

Artist: Nicki Minaj
Album: The Pinkprint
Year: 2014

The song is about a woman who is attracted to a man with a large penis. She talks about how she wants to have sex with him, and how she will do anything to please him.

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3. Bitch Better Have My Money by Rihanna

Artist: Rihanna
Album: Bitch Better Have My Money
Year: 2015

The song is about a woman who is tired of being taken advantage of by her friends and lovers. She is done being the nice guy and is ready to take what is rightfully hers. She is done being pushed around and is ready to take what is hers.

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4. Can’t Feel My Face by The Weeknd

Artist: The Weeknd
Album: Beauty Behind the Madness
Year: 2015

The Weeknd’s “Can’t Feel My Face” is a synth-pop and R&B song about a man who is addicted to a woman. The song was written by The Weeknd, Max Martin, and Ali Payami, and produced by Martin and Payami. It was released on June 8, 2015, as the lead single from The Weeknd’s second studio album, Beauty Behind the Madness (2015). The song peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming The Weeknd’s first number-one single in the United States.

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5. Earned It by The Weeknd

Artist: The Weeknd
Album: Fifty Shades of Grey (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Year: 2015

The song is about a man who has worked hard to earn the love of a woman. He talks about how he has been through a lot in his life, and how he has finally found someone who loves him for who he is.

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6. Hotline Bling by Drake

Artist: Drake
Album: Hotline Bling
Year: 2015

The song is about a man who is missing his former lover and trying to reach out to her through a phone call. He is hoping to rekindle their relationship, but she is no longer interested.

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7. Jumpman by Drake, Future

Artist: Drake, Future
Album: Jumpman
Year: 2015

The song is about Drake and Future’s success in the music industry. They boast about their wealth and how they are able to live a luxurious lifestyle.

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8. 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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9. The Hills by The Weeknd

Artist: The Weeknd
Album:
Year:

The song is about a man who is in love with a woman who is in a relationship with someone else. The man is trying to convince the woman to leave her current relationship and be with him instead. He talks about how he would treat her better and how they could be happy together.

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10. Bad Blood by Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift

Artist: Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift
Album: 1989
Year: 2014

The song is about two friends who have a falling out and become enemies.

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IV. R&B Songs About Today

1. The Way You Make Me Feel by Michael Jackson

Artist: Michael Jackson
Album:
Year:

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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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. Let’s Stay Together by Al Green

Artist: Al Green
Album: Let’s Stay Together
Year: 1972

The song is about a couple who are in love and want to stay together forever. The man is telling the woman that he will always love her and wants to be with her forever.

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4. Happy by Pharrell Williams

Artist: Pharrell Williams
Album: Happy
Year: 2013

The song is about being happy and enjoying life. It is a very positive and upbeat song that will make you want to dance and smile.

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5. Love and Happiness by Al Green

Artist: Al Green
Album:
Year:

The song is about the joys and happiness that love brings. It talks about how love is the key to happiness and how it can make all the difference in the world.

6. Sexual Healing by Marvin Gaye

Artist: Marvin Gaye
Album: Midnight Love & The Sexual Healing Sessions
Year:

The song is about a man who is trying to heal his broken heart by having sex. He is hoping that by doing this, he will be able to forget about the woman he loves and move on.

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7. What’s Going On by Marvin Gaye

Artist: Marvin Gaye
Album: What’s Going On
Year: 1971

The song is about peace and love and the problems that come with them. Gaye is asking what’s going on with the world and why there is so much hate. He wonders why we can’t all just get along and live in peace.

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8. Sittin’ Up in My Room by Brandy

Artist: Brandy
Album: Waiting to Exhale
Year: 1995

The song is about a woman who is sitting in her room, thinking about her past relationship. She is wondering if she made a mistake by breaking up with her boyfriend.

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9. Today by Luther Vandross

Artist: Luther Vandross
Album: Power of Love
Year: 1991

“Today” is a song by Luther Vandross. It was released in 1983 as the lead single from his album, Never Too Much. The song peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100 and became one of Vandross’ signature songs.

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V. Christian Songs About Today

1. Today Is the Day by Lincoln Brewster

Artist: Lincoln Brewster
Album: Today Is the Day
Year: 2008

The song is about how today is the day to start living for God and not worry about the past because it is forgiven.

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2. Seize the Day by Newsies Ensemble, David Moscow

Artist: Newsies Ensemble, David Moscow
Album:
Year: 1992

The song is about seizing the day and making the most of every opportunity. The lyrics encourage listeners to take risks and not let life pass them by. The song is upbeat and motivational, with a strong message about living life to the fullest.

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3. Every Day by NEEDTOBREATHE

Artist: NEEDTOBREATHE
Album: Talk of the Town
Year: 2022

“Every Day” is a song by American rock band NEEDTOBREATHE. It was released on March 26, 2019, as the lead single from their seventh studio album, Out of Body. The song peaked at number two on the US Billboard Christian Airplay chart.

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4. Day by Day by Robin Lamont

Artist: Robin Lamont
Album: Godspell
Year: 1971

The song is about a woman who is struggling to get through each day after her husband has left her. She is trying to find the strength to keep going, but some days are harder than others.

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5. A New Day by Michael W. Smith

Artist: Michael W. Smith
Album: I 2
Year: 1988

The song “A New Day” by Michael W. Smith is a song about hope and change. It talks about how a new day can bring new opportunities and how we should never give up on our dreams. It is a very uplifting song that will give you hope and courage when you are feeling down.

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6. The Day by Holly Williams

Artist: Holly Williams
Album: The Highway
Year: 2013

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 if she will ever find love again.

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VI. Country Songs About Today

1. Today by Brad Paisley

Artist: Brad Paisley
Album: Love and War
Year: 2017

The song is about a man who is reflecting on his life and how things have changed since he was a child. He remembers the things that used to be important to him, and how he used to view the world. He now realizes that the things that seemed so important then are not as important now. He also recognizes that the things that are important to him now, such as his family and friends, are the things that will matter most in the end.

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2. Today Is My Day by Shania Twain

Artist: Shania Twain
Album: Still the One: Live from Vegas
Year: 2015

The song is about a woman who is finally free from a bad relationship and is ready to start living her life for herself. She is excited about the future and is ready to take on the world.

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3. Today Is the Day by Lonestar

Artist: Lonestar
Album: I’m Already There
Year: 2001

The song is about a person looking back on their life and realizing that today is the day to make a change. The person has been through a lot of tough times and has finally realized that they need to make a change in their life.

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4. Today Was a Fairytale by Taylor Swift

Artist: Taylor Swift
Album: Valentine’s Day
Year: 2010

The song is about a young couple who are deeply in love and have just had the perfect day together. They are both excited about their future together and feel like they are living in a fairytale.

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VII. Rock Songs About Today

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. I Can’t Get No Satisfaction by The Rolling Stones

Artist: The Rolling Stones
Album: Out of Our Heads
Year: 1965

The song is about a man who is trying to find satisfaction in life but is unable to do so. He is looking for satisfaction in all the wrong places and is not able to find it.

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3. 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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4. Revolution by The Beatles

Artist: The Beatles
Album: The Beatles
Year: 1968

“Revolution” is a song by the English rock band the Beatles, written by John Lennon and credited to Lennon–McCartney. Although the song was originally released as the B-side of the “Hey Jude” single in 1968, it was later included on the 1969 album Abbey Road.

The song is an appeal for revolution, with lyrics that counter the notion that violence is necessary to achieve change. The song was later included on the album Anthology 3.

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5. I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll by Joan Jett & the Blackhearts

Artist: Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
Album:
Year: 1981

The song is about a woman who loves rock and roll and is attracted to a man who is also a fan of the genre. She sings about how she loves the way he looks and how he makes her feel.

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6. 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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7. For What It’s Worth by Buffalo Springfield

Artist: Buffalo Springfield
Album: Buffalo Springfield
Year: 1966

The song is about the Vietnam War and the protests against it. It is also about the Generation Gap between the older and younger generations.

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8. The Weight by The Band

Artist: The Band
Album:
Year:

The Weight is a song written by Robbie Robertson and originally performed by The Band in 1968. The song is about a traveler who arrives in a small town and is asked to stay with a family there. The traveler is then asked to do various tasks for the family, including carrying their groceries and picking up their laundry. As the traveler does these things, he thinks about the people he has left behind and the things he has left undone. The song is about the choices we make in life and how they can weigh us down.

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9. Here Comes the Sun by The Beatles

Artist: The Beatles
Album: Abbey Road
Year: 1969

The song is about the hope that comes with the arrival of springtime.

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10. The Times They Are A-Changin’ by Neil Young

Artist: Neil Young
Album: The Times
Year: 2020

The song is about how the world is constantly changing and how people need to change with it. It also talks about how the past will never be the same and how people need to accept that.

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11. Beautiful Day by U2

Artist: U2
Album: All That You Can’t Leave Behind
Year: 2000

The song is about finding joy in the simplest things and enjoying life. It is about feeling good despite the hardships that life may bring. The lyrics encourage the listener to be positive and to appreciate the beauty in life.

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12. Good Day Sunshine by The Beatles

Artist: The Beatles
Album: Revolver
Year: 1966

The song is about having a good day, feeling happy, and enjoying the sunshine.

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13. One Day by Matisyahu

Artist: Matisyahu
Album: Light
Year: 2009

The song is about the hope for peace and unity in the world. Matisyahu sings about how we all need to come together and love one another, regardless of our differences. He talks about how we can make a difference in the world if we just come together and work towards peace.

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14. This Is the Day by The The

Artist: The The
Album: Soul Mining
Year: 1983

The The’s “This Is the Day” is a song about the joys and challenges of every day life. The lyrics encourage listeners to make the most of each day, no matter what obstacles they may face. The song’s upbeat tempo and optimistic message make it a perfect anthem for anyone facing a difficult situation.

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15. Today by Jefferson Airplane

Artist: Jefferson Airplane
Album: Surrealistic Pillow
Year: 1967

The song is about a young girl’s infatuation with a boy. She is consumed by thoughts of him and can’t focus on anything else. She daydreams about being with him and wonders what he is doing.

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16. Tomorrow Comes Today by Gorillaz

Artist: Gorillaz
Album: Gorillaz
Year: 2001

The song is about a person who is struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts, but is hopeful that things will get better.

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17. Waiting on Today by P.O.D.

Artist: P.O.D.
Album: Payable on Death
Year: 2003

The song is about a person who is struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts. They are waiting for today to end so they can try again tomorrow.

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18. Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World by Ramones

Artist: Ramones
Album: Ramones
Year: 1976

The song ‘Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World’ by Ramones is about a young couple who are in love and are willing to risk everything for each other. They are willing to fight for their love and are willing to face anything that comes their way.

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19. Today by The Smashing Pumpkins

Artist: The Smashing Pumpkins
Album: Siamese Dream
Year: 1993

“Today” is a song by American alternative rock band The Smashing Pumpkins, written by frontman Billy Corgan. It was released as the lead single from their second album, Siamese Dream (1993). The song was a commercial success, reaching number five on the Billboard Hot 100, and helped Siamese Dream become the band’s breakthrough album.

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20. I Think It’s Going to Rain Today by Randy Newman

Artist: Randy Newman
Album: Randy Newman
Year: 1968

The song is about a person who is feeling down and thinks that it is going to rain. The song is sad and reflective, and the person singing is clearly not happy.

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21. I Don’t Feel Very Receptive Today by Underoath

Artist: Underoath
Album: They’re Only Chasing Safety
Year: 2004

The song is about a person who is struggling with their mental health, and feeling like they can’t or don’t want to communicate with the people around them.

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22. I Can’t Be Your Hero Today by Jimmy Buffett

Artist: Jimmy Buffett
Album: Down to Earth
Year: 1970

The song is about a man who is struggling with his own demons and is unable to be the hero that his loved ones need him to be. He is asking for understanding and forgiveness, and hoping that someday he will be able to be the hero again.

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23. Nothin’ to Do but Today by Stephen Stills

Artist: Stephen Stills
Album: Stephen Stills 2
Year: 1971

The song is about living in the present and enjoying life. It is a upbeat and positive song about taking advantage of the moment and not worrying about the future.

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24. Today by Joshua Radin

Artist: Joshua Radin
Album: We Were Here
Year: 2006

The song is about a break-up and how the protagonist is struggling to deal with it. He talks about how he wishes things could have been different and how he misses the person he used to be with.

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25. 10 Years Today by Bullet for My Valentine

Artist: Bullet for My Valentine
Album: The Poison
Year: 2005

The song is about a relationship that has lasted for 10 years. The speaker reflects on all the ups and downs they have been through together and how they are still together despite it all. They express their love and dedication to each other, and how they hope to be together for many more years to come.

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