Songs About A Horse

Updated May 1, 2024

Many artists have created music about Songs About A Horse. Here are 22 of the best ones.

A Horse with No Name by America

From the album, America, released in 1972

"A Horse with No Name" is a song by the American folk rock band America. It was released as the lead single from their self-titled debut album in 1972 and became a worldwide hit. It topped the charts in multiple countries, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The song was written by band member Dewey Bunnell and was produced by Ian Samwell.

The Funeral by Band of Horses

From the album, Everything All The Time, released on March 21, 2006

"The Funeral" is a song by American rock band Band of Horses, released as the lead single from their 2006 debut studio album Everything All the Time. The song is a slow-building, ethereal rock anthem that features a choir-like chorus of multi-tracked vocals, and a soaring guitar solo. The lyrics tell the story of a man contemplating the funeral of a loved one, and the difficulty of accepting their death. The song was produced by Phil Ek and mixed by Dave Sardy.

Save a Horse (Ride a Cowboy) by Big & Rich

From the album, Horse of a Different Color, released on April 20, 2004

"Save a Horse (Ride a Cowboy)" is a song by American country music duo Big & Rich. It was released in 2004 as the lead single from their debut album Horse of a Different Color. The song was written by Big & Rich and John Rich, and its upbeat country feel made it a hit. The song features prominent electric guitar riffs and a heavy beat, along with lyrics about the joys of living life in the fast lane and enjoying the company of cowboys. It peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and at number 42 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Production details: Producer: John Rich Label: Warner Bros. Nashville Release date: 2004

I'll Take You There by The Staple Singers

From the album, The Very Best Of The Staple Singers, released on January 1, 2007

“I’ll Take You There” is a classic soul hit performed by the American vocal family group The Staple Singers and released as a single in 1972. Written by Al Bell and produced by Al Bell and the legendary soul producer and songwriter, Al Bell, the song reached #1 on both the Billboard Hot 100 and R&B charts, making it one of Bell’s most successful songs. The song is an uplifting gospel-tinged R&B tune that encourages listeners to keep the faith and have hope, even in difficult times. With its upbeat tempo, soulful vocals, and optimistic message, the song has stood the test of time, becoming a soul music classic and enduring as a favorite of soul fans.

White Horse (Taylor’s Version) by Taylor Swift

From the album, Fearless (Taylor's Version), released on April 9, 2021

"White Horse (Taylor’s Version)" is a re-recording of Taylor Swift's 2008 track from her second studio album Fearless. This version was released in 2021 as part of the Fearless (Taylor’s Version) re-recording project. The song is a country-pop ballad where Swift reflects upon a failed relationship. In the song, she details her expectations of the relationship in the beginning, and how she is trying to remain hopeful despite being let down. The song was produced by Aaron Dessner and Swift and features additional production by Jack Antonoff. It was recorded at Electric Lady Studios in New York City.

Black Horse And The Cherry Tree by KT Tunstall

From the album, Eye To The Telescope, released on January 1, 2005

"Black Horse and the Cherry Tree" is a song written and performed by Scottish singer-songwriter KT Tunstall. It was released as a single from her debut studio album, Eye to the Telescope, in January 2005. The song is an acoustic-folk number that features Tunstall singing and playing an acoustic guitar. Its production features a live band backing her, including fretless bass, drums, and a djembe. The song has a distinctively African feel due to the use of the djembe, as well as its lyrics which reference a road being like a “river of tears” and a “black horse and the cherry tree”. The song was met with critical acclaim and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance in 2006. It was also a commercial success, peaking at number fourteen on the US Billboard Hot 100 and becoming a top ten hit in the UK, Ireland, and Australia.