Songs About Color

Updated April 1, 2024

So many singers have explored Songs About Color. We found 25 of our favorites.

The Color Violet by Tory Lanez

From the album, Alone At Prom, released on December 10, 2021

The color violet is a haunting and beautiful song about heartbreak and loss. The production is atmospheric and ethereal, with a slow, mournful piano melody and Lanez's emotive vocals. The song reflects on a past relationship, and the regrets and sadness that come with it.

KU LO SA - A COLORS SHOW by Oxlade

From the album, KU LO SA - A COLORS SHOW, released on June 10, 2022

Oxlade is a singer-songwriter and producer from Nigeria. "KU LO SA - A COLORS SHOW" is a song about love and its various ups and downs. The song is written in both English and Oxlade's native language, Yoruba. The production is minimal, with a simple piano melody and Oxlade's voice as the main focus.

This Side of Paradise by Coyote Theory

From the album, Color, released on December 11, 2020

"This Side of Paradise" is a song by Coyote Theory, released in 2016. The song is about the feeling of being in love and not wanting to let go. The production details for the song are not available.

El Color de Tus Ojos by Banda MS de Sergio Lizárraga

From the album, La Mejor Versión De Mí, released on April 21, 2017

This song is a ballad about a man who is in love with a woman. He describes her eyes as being the color of the sky, and he says that he would do anything for her. The production details for this song are not available.

Color Esperanza 2020 by Diego Torres

From the album, Color Esperanza 2020, released on May 18, 2020

"Color Esperanza 2020" is a song by Latin Grammy Award-winning artist Diego Torres. The song was produced by Chilean-born producer Sergio George, who has produced for many Latin music stars, including Marc Anthony, Jennifer Lopez, and Romeo Santos. "Color Esperanza 2020" is an uplifting pop-rock song that celebrates resilience and hope during difficult times. The song was released in 2020 in response to the global pandemic, and its message of hope resonates with listeners around the world. The song features a rousing chorus, with Torres singing: “We’re still here, still alive, and we are still dreaming/Color Esperanza 2020.” Other highlights include a melodic guitar solo and a powerful performance from Torres. The accompanying music video was filmed in Torres’ native Argentina and features stunning aerial shots of the landscape. The video was directed by Argentine director Diego Romero, and was released on YouTube in December 2020.

In Color by Jamey Johnson

From the album, That Lonesome Song, released on January 1, 2008

"In Color" is a song by Jamey Johnson, released in 2008. It is a melancholic ballad about lost love, and features Johnson's warm vocals accompanied by a steel guitar and a simple, country-tinged arrangement. The production was handled by Buddy Cannon and Johnson himself, who co-wrote the song with Lee Thomas Miller and James Otto. "In Color" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Country Song in 2009.

Blue Ain't Your Color by Keith Urban

From the album, Ripcord, released on May 6, 2016

"Blue Ain't Your Color" is a country pop song performed by Keith Urban and written by Steven Lee Olsen, Hillary Lindsey, and Clint Lagerberg. It was released as the lead single from Urban's ninth studio album, Ripcord, on August 8, 2016. The song debuted at number 1 on the Country Airplay chart, becoming Urban's 13th number 1 single. Musically, "Blue Ain't Your Color" is a mid-tempo country pop song set in a 4/4 time signature with a moderate tempo of 98 beats per minute. The song is composed in the key of B-flat major, with Urban's vocal range spanning from F3 to D5. The song features a prominent electric guitar line throughout. The lyrical content of the song focuses on a man who notices another woman in a bar that is wearing a shade of blue that does not suit her. He compliments her, telling her that "Blue ain't your color" and that she should "Try a little redder, little higher on the hue". He then implies that she should be with him instead, as he knows what color would suit her best.

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, released as their debut single and the lead-off single to their album Horse of a Different Color. The song was written by the duo's members, Big Kenny and John Rich, along with Gretchen Wilson and Vicky McGehee, and was produced by Big Kenny and John Rich. The song is an uptempo, humorous take on traditional country music, featuring both acoustic and electric guitars, banjo, and synthesizers. Its lyrics revolve around the idea of saving a horse, but instead riding a cowboy. The song became a major hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and becoming Big & Rich's first number one hit. It also peaked at number fourteen on the Billboard Hot 100, and it was certified double platinum by the RIAA.

Colors by Halsey

From the album, BADLANDS, released on August 28, 2015

"Colors" is a song by American singer-songwriter Halsey, from her debut studio album Badlands. The song was released on February 9, 2015, as the fourth single from the album. It was produced by Lido, with additional production from The Tribe. The lyrics of "Colors" explore the feeling of being misunderstood and out-of-place. Halsey's vocals are accompanied by an atmospheric, ethereal production featuring a slow tempo, pulsing synths, and soaring strings. The song has an anthemic chorus, with Halsey repeating the chorus of "All the colors, all the voices" as a call to action. The song was noted by critics for its dreamy, uplifting production and its message of self-acceptance.

True Colors by The Weeknd

From the album, Starboy, released on November 25, 2016

"True Colors" is a 2020 single by The Weeknd, released as a single from his fourth studio album, After Hours. Produced by Illangelo and co-produced by The Weeknd and DaHeala, the track is a synth-pop ballad, utilizing atmospheric sounds and a dreamy vocal performance from The Weeknd. The song is about finding solace in a relationship and finding light in the darkness. Lyrically, the song touches on themes of vulnerability and acceptance, with The Weeknd singing about being able to be his true self and see their true colors with his lover. The song was accompanied by a music video which stars Zaina Miuccia and directed by Kid. Studio. The video showcases a futuristic city and follows the two protagonists in a love story.