79 Songs About War (Pop, Rap & More)
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I. Pop Songs About War
1. Fortunate Son by Creedence Clearwater Revival
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.
2. Eve Of Destruction by Barry McGuire
The song is about the impending doom of the world, and how humanity is to blame. McGuire sings about how we are on the brink of nuclear war, and how we have destroyed the environment. He pleads with us to change our ways before it’s too late.
3. Zombie by The Cranberries
The song is about a person who is struggling to deal with the loss of a loved one. The person is trying to find a way to cope with the pain and grief.
4. War Pigs by Black Sabbath
The song is about the Vietnam War and how it was started by “pigs” ( politicians). It is a very heavy and dark song, with lyrics like “killing for gain/With our feeling dying/We don’t need the key/We’ll just break in”.
5. The Unknown Soldier by The Doors
The song is about the Vietnam War and the soldiers who fought in it. It is a very powerful and moving song that really makes you think about the soldiers who lost their lives in the war.
6. Harry Patch (In Memory Of) by Radiohead
The song is a tribute to Harry Patch, the last surviving British veteran of World War I. Patch died in 2009 at the age of 111. The song is written from the perspective of Patch, looking back on his life and reflecting on the horrors of war. The song is both sad and hopeful, as Patch looks back on his life with both regret and pride.
7. Orange Crush by R.E.M.
The song is about a young man’s infatuation with a girl he is crushing on. He is trying to figure out how to tell her how he feels and what to do to make his feelings known.
8. Gimme Shelter by The Rolling Stones
The song is about the dangers of life and how one can find shelter from them. The lyrics talk about how the world is full of violence and hatred, and how one can find refuge from it all by finding someone to love.
9. Masters of War by Bob Dylan
The song is a protest against the United States government’s involvement in the Vietnam War. It criticizes the government’s hypocrisy in sending young men to fight and die in a war that it knows is unwinnable.
II. Latest Songs About War
1. Harry Patch (In Memory Of) by Radiohead
The song is a tribute to Harry Patch, the last surviving British veteran of World War I. Patch died in 2009 at the age of 111. The song is written from the perspective of Patch, looking back on his life and reflecting on the horrors of war. The song is both sad and hopeful, as Patch looks back on his life with both regret and pride.
2. Spanish Bombs by The Clash
The song is about the Spanish Civil War and the international brigades who fought against the fascists.
3. Love Vigilantes by New Order
“Love Vigilantes” is a song by English rock band New Order. It was released as a single in July 1985 and peaked at number 19 on the UK Singles Chart. The song was written by band member Bernard Sumner and produced by the band.
4. With God On Our Side by Bob Dylan
The song is about how people use religion to justify their actions, whether it be good or bad. They say that God is on their side, so they must be right. However, the song also points out how people of different religions can also use God to justify their actions.
5. On Battleship Hill by PJ Harvey
The song is about the Battle of the Somme during World War I. It is told from the perspective of the soldiers who fought in the battle. The song describes the fighting and the conditions the soldiers were in. It also talks about the aftermath of the battle and how it affected the soldiers.
6. Give Peace a Chance by Yoko Ono
The song is a plea for peace, with Ono repeating the phrase “Give peace a chance” throughout the song. The song was written during the Vietnam War, and Ono has said that it was inspired by a dream she had in which she saw people of all races and religions holding hands and singing.
7. The Battle of New Orleans by Johnny Horton
“The Battle of New Orleans” is a song written by Jimmy Driftwood. The song tells the story of the Battle of New Orleans, which took place during the War of 1812. The song was originally recorded by American folk singer Johnny Horton in 1959. The song was a hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song has been covered by many artists, including Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, and the Grateful Dead.
8. There’s a Star Spangled Banner Waving Somewhere by Elton Britt
The song is a patriotic song about the United States of America. The lyrics talk about how there is a star spangled banner waving somewhere, and how it represents freedom and liberty. The song is a call to Americans to never give up, and to always fight for what they believe in.
III. Christian Songs About War
1. War Cry by Micah Stampley
The song “War Cry” is a powerful call to arms for Christians to stand up and fight for their faith. Micah Stampley sings with passion and conviction, urging believers to put on the armor of God and to be ready to defend the gospel against the enemy. The song is an encouragement to stay strong in the face of persecution and to never give up on the hope that Jesus provides.
2. Waging War by CeCe Winans
The song is about a person who is fighting a battle within themselves. They are trying to stay strong and not give up, but they feel like they are losing the fight.
3. Won the War by Life.Church Worship
The song is about how Jesus won the war on the cross and how we are now able to live in freedom because of His victory.
4. You Are The Lord by Jeremy Camp
The song is about how God is the only one who can truly provide for us and how we need to put our trust in him.
5. See a Victory (Studio) by Elevation Worship
The song is about seeing a victory in the midst of a battle and trusting that God will bring the victory. The song is based on the story of Gideon in the Bible.
6. Battle Belongs by Phil Wickham
The song is about how the battle belongs to God and how we need to give our lives to Him. It is a worship song that is meant to encourage people to surrender their lives to God.
7. Do It Again by Elevation Worship
The song is about continuing to worship God even when things are tough. It talks about how God is always there for us and how we need to keep worshipping him.
8. War by Charles Jenkins, Fellowship Chicago
The song is about the struggles of life and how we all have to go through them. It talks about how we are all fighting a battle and how we need to stick together in order to win.
9. Warriors by Phil Driscoll
The song “Warriors” by Phil Driscoll is a song about fighting for what is right and standing up for what you believe in. The lyrics encourage listeners to never give up and to keep fighting for what they believe in. The song is upbeat and motivational, and it is sure to inspire anyone who hears it.
IV. Rock Songs About War
1. Fortunate Son by Creedence Clearwater Revival
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.
2. For What It’s Worth by Buffalo Springfield
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.
3. The Times They Are A-Changin’ by Bob Dylan
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.
4. Imagine by John Lennon
John Lennon’s “Imagine” is a song about peace and love. He imagines a world where there is no war or hate, and people are free to live their lives in peace and harmony.
5. Sunday Bloody Sunday by U2
The song is about the Troubles in Northern Ireland, specifically the Bloody Sunday incident where British soldiers shot and killed unarmed protesters. The song is critical of the British government and calls for peace in Northern Ireland.
6. Bullet the Blue Sky by U2
The song is about the horrors of war and the innocent people who are caught in the crossfire. It is a call to action to end the fighting and to stop the cycle of violence.
7. War Pigs by Black Sabbath
The song is about the Vietnam War and how it was started by “pigs” ( politicians). It is a very heavy and dark song, with lyrics like “killing for gain/With our feeling dying/We don’t need the key/We’ll just break in”.
8. Zombie by The Cranberries
The song is about a person who is struggling to deal with the loss of a loved one. The person is trying to find a way to cope with the pain and grief.
9. War by Edwin Starr
The song is about the horrors of war and the need for peace. It was written in response to the Vietnam War.
10. The Unknown Soldier by The Doors
The song is about the Vietnam War and the soldiers who fought in it. It is a very powerful and moving song that really makes you think about the soldiers who lost their lives in the war.
11. Gimme Shelter by The Rolling Stones
The song is about the dangers of life and how one can find shelter from them. The lyrics talk about how the world is full of violence and hatred, and how one can find refuge from it all by finding someone to love.
12. Orange Crush by R.E.M.
The song is about a young man’s infatuation with a girl he is crushing on. He is trying to figure out how to tell her how he feels and what to do to make his feelings known.
13. Harry Patch (In Memory Of) by Radiohead
The song is a tribute to Harry Patch, the last surviving British veteran of World War I. Patch died in 2009 at the age of 111. The song is written from the perspective of Patch, looking back on his life and reflecting on the horrors of war. The song is both sad and hopeful, as Patch looks back on his life with both regret and pride.
14. Eve Of Destruction by Barry McGuire
The song is about the impending doom of the world, and how humanity is to blame. McGuire sings about how we are on the brink of nuclear war, and how we have destroyed the environment. He pleads with us to change our ways before it’s too late.
V. R&B Songs About War
1. War by Edwin Starr
The song is about the horrors of war and the need for peace. It was written in response to the Vietnam War.
2. Fight the Power by Public Enemy
Public Enemy’s “Fight the Power” is a rallying cry against oppression and racism. The song urges listeners to stand up and fight against those who would keep them down, and it has become an anthem for social justice movements around the world.
3. Soldier by Destiny’s Child
The song is about a woman who is in love with a soldier who is going off to war. She is telling him that she will wait for him and that she will always love him.
4. 9/11 by Mary J. Blige
The song is about the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Blige was in New York City at the time and witnessed the attacks firsthand. The song is a tribute to the victims and first responders.
5. Why Can’t We Be Friends by War
The song is about two friends who have a falling out and are trying to figure out why they can’t be friends anymore.
6. Slippin’ Into Darkness by War
The song is about a person who is struggling with addiction and depression. They feel like they are slipping into darkness and they are trying to hold on to anything that can help them.
7. The World Is A Ghetto by War
The song is about the struggles of living in a ghetto and how it can be a difficult place to try and make a life. The lyrics talk about how there is violence, poverty, and drugs all around, and it can be hard to find a way out. Despite all of the negativity, the song also talks about how there is still hope and how people can come together to make a difference.
8. Summer by War
The song is about the carefree feeling of summertime and how it can bring people together. War sings about how summer is a time for “lovin’, touchin’, and squeezin'” and how it’s a time to “forget about the world.” The song is upbeat and positive, and encourages listeners to enjoy the summer while it lasts.
9. What’s Going On by Marvin Gaye
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.
10. My People by Angie Stone, James Ingram
The song is about a woman who is in love with a man who is in love with someone else. She is trying to convince him to leave the other woman and be with her instead.
11. Mothers Pride by George Michael
The song is about a mother’s love for her child. It is a beautiful, heartfelt song that will make any mother proud.
12. Fortunate Son by Creedence Clearwater Revival
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.
VI. Rap Songs About War
1. Uncommon Valor: A Vietnam Story by Jedi Mind Tricks
The song ‘Uncommon Valor: A Vietnam Story’ by Jedi Mind Tricks is a song about the Vietnam War and the brave soldiers who fought in it. The song tells the story of the soldiers who fought in the war and how they were able to overcome the odds and win. The song is a tribute to the soldiers who fought in the war and to the country that they fought for.
2. Little Weapon by Lupe Fiasco
The song is about the struggles of growing up in a city full of violence. Lupe Fiasco talks about how guns and violence are a part of everyday life in the city, and how it’s easy for young people to get caught up in the cycle of violence. He also talks about how the media and society glorify violence, which makes it even harder for people to break out of the cycle.
3. Casualties Of War by Eric B. & Rakim
The song is about the effects of war on soldiers and their families. It is a somber song that talks about the loss of life and the emotional toll that war takes on those who are left behind.
4. Fuck a War by Geto Boys
The song is about the futility of war and how it destroys people’s lives. It is a call to end all wars.
5. The War by Joyner Lucas
“The War” is a song by American rapper Joyner Lucas. The song was released on November 28, 2017, as the lead single from his second studio album, ADHD (2020). The song addresses the issue of police brutality in the United States.
6. Uncommon Valor by R.A. the Rugged Man
The song is about a group of soldiers who are fighting in the Vietnam War. They are outnumbered and outgunned, but they continue to fight because they believe in what they are doing.
7. War by Edwin Starr
The song is about the horrors of war and the need for peace. It was written in response to the Vietnam War.
8. Mosh by Eminem
The song is about people who are angry at the world and take it out on others. They are like a mob, and they don’t care who they hurt. They just want to fight and cause chaos. Eminem is saying that he is not one of those people, and he doesn’t want to be like them.
9. World Destruction by Afrika Bambaataa
The song is about the destruction of the world and the need for people to unite to prevent it. Afrika Bambaataa urges people to come together and fight for peace and justice.
VII. Country Songs About War
1. Soldiers and Jesus by James Otto
The song is about a soldier who is fighting in a war and is injured. He is taken to a hospital where he meets a nurse who tells him about Jesus. The soldier then has a dream in which Jesus comes to him and tells him to go back to his unit and fight. The soldier wakes up and is able to go back to his unit and fight.
2. Soldier’s Last Letter by Ernest Tubb
The song is about a soldier who is writing a letter to his loved one before he goes into battle. He knows that he may not come back, but he wants her to know how much he loves her. He tells her to keep him in her thoughts and prayers, and he will do the same for her.
3. Where the Stars and Stripes and the Eagle Fly by Aaron Tippin
The song is about patriotism and how the narrator is proud to be an American. He talks about how the country is full of opportunity and how anyone can succeed if they work hard enough. He also talks about how the country is full of natural beauty and how it is a great place to raise a family.
4. There’s a Star-Spangled Banner Waving Somewhere by Elton Britt
The song is about a soldier who is fighting for his country and is away from home. He is thinking about the flag and how it represents freedom. He is determined to fight for his country and make sure that the flag continues to wave.
5. Dear Uncle Sam by Loretta Lynn
The song is a letter from a woman to her “Uncle Sam.” In it, she tells him how much she loves her country, but she is tired of all the fighting and death. She asks him to bring the troops home so that everyone can live in peace.
6. Have You Forgotten? by Darryl Worley
The song is about the 9/11 terrorist attacks and how America has responded to them. The singer asks if America has forgotten what happened and if they are still fighting for the same things.
7. 8th of November by Big & Rich
The song is about the Battle of Ia Drang during the Vietnam War, which took place on November 8, 1965. The song tells the story of the battle from the perspective of the soldiers who were fighting in it.
8. Angels Among Us by Alabama
The song is about people who have passed away and are now angels watching over us. It talks about how they are always with us even though we can’t see them.
9. The Times They Are A-Changin’ by Bob Dylan
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.
10. God Bless the USA by Lee Greenwood
The song is about patriotism and love for one’s country. It talks about how the USA is a great place to live and how the people who live there are proud to be Americans. It also talks about how the USA is a blessed country and how its people are lucky to live there.
11. Letters From Home by John Michael Montgomery
The song is about a soldier who is fighting in a war and is missing home. He writes letters to his family and friends back home, telling them about his experiences. He talks about the things he’s seen and the people he’s met, and how much he misses them all.
12. Masters of War by Bob Dylan
The song is a protest against the United States government’s involvement in the Vietnam War. It criticizes the government’s hypocrisy in sending young men to fight and die in a war that it knows is unwinnable.
13. Arlington by Trace Adkins
The song is about a soldier who has died in combat and is being laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery. The song is a tribute to all of the soldiers who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
14. I’m Already There by Lonestar
I’m Already There is a song about a man who is away from his home and family, but he is always with them in spirit. He is always thinking about them and he misses them dearly.
15. If You’re Reading This by Tim McGraw
The song is about a soldier who is writing a letter to his loved ones in case he dies in battle. He talks about how much he loves them and how proud he is to be fighting for his country.
16. Ragged Old Flag by Johnny Cash
The song is about how the American flag has been through a lot and is still standing. It talks about how the flag has been there for important moments in American history, and how it represents everything that is good about America.
17. All Along the Watchtower by Jimi Hendrix
The song is a cover of a Bob Dylan song and is about a person who is warning others about an impending danger.
18. Some Gave All by Billy Ray Cyrus
The song is about soldiers who have died in battle. The singer talks about how they gave everything for their country and how they will never be forgotten.
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