Songs About Music

Updated May 1, 2024

Have you heard these Songs About Music? We think you'll find some new tunes. We assembled 23 of our favorites.

Quevedo: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 52 by Bizarrap

From the album, Quevedo: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 52, released on July 6, 2022

This song is a trap song with a heavy beat and bass. The lyrics are in Spanish and are about a party lifestyle. The production details are not listed.

I Ain't Worried by OneRepublic

From the album, I Ain’t Worried (Music From The Motion Picture "Top Gun: Maverick"), released on May 13, 2022

The song "I Ain't Worried" by OneRepublic is a mid-tempo track with a positive message. The production is straightforward, with a simple beat and instrumentation. The lyrics are about not worrying about the future, and living in the present. The song has a catchy hook and is easy to sing along to.

Lift Me Up - From Black Panther: Wakanda Forever - Music From and Inspired By by Rihanna

From the album, Lift Me Up (From Black Panther: Wakanda Forever - Music From and Inspired By), released on October 28, 2022

"Lift Me Up" is a song by Rihanna, written for the Marvel Studios film Black Panther. It was released as a digital single on February 9, 2018, through Walt Disney Records. The song was produced by Kendrick Lamar and Sounwave.

Music For a Sushi Restaurant by Harry Styles

From the album, Harry's House, released on May 20, 2022

The song "Music For a Sushi Restaurant" by Harry Styles is a haunting and emotive ballad that reflects on a past relationship. The production details of the song are sparse, with gentle piano and atmospheric synths creating a dream-like soundscape. Styles' vocals are intimate and reflective, adding to the song's emotive power.

All I Want - From "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series" by Olivia Rodrigo

From the album, All I Want (From "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series"), released on November 27, 2019

"All I Want" is a song performed by Olivia Rodrigo and written by Olivia Rodrigo, Matt Squire, and Nikki Flores. It was released on November 8, 2019, as a single from the soundtrack album to the Disney+ series High School Musical: The Musical: The Series. The song is a ballad with influences of pop and country music. The lyrics describe the protagonist's feelings of love and nostalgia for her high school sweetheart. The song received positive reviews from critics, who praised Rodrigo's vocals and the song's emotional lyrics.

Listen to the Music by The Doobie Brothers

From the album, Toulouse Street, released in 1972

The song was written by Tom Johnston and released in 1972. It was produced by Ted Templeman. The song is about the joys of music and how it can bring people together.

Music Sounds Better With You by Stardust

From the album, Music Sounds Better With You, released on July 20, 1998

"Music Sounds Better With You" is a song by French house group Stardust. It was released as a single in 1998, and became an international hit. The single topped the charts in France, Germany, Italy, and the UK. It also peaked at number five on the US Billboard Hot Dance Music/Maxi-Singles Sales chart. The song was produced by Alan Braxe, Thomas Bangalter and Benjamin Diamond, and was an instant success. It featured a catchy, synth-heavy instrumental and sampling from Chaka Khan's "Fate". The song is an upbeat, funky anthem about the joys of music and dancing, and has been featured in many films, TV shows, and video games since its release.

Alexander Hamilton by Leslie Odom Jr.

From the album, Hamilton (Original Broadway Cast Recording), released on September 25, 2015

"Alexander Hamilton" is a song from the musical Hamilton, sung by Leslie Odom Jr. as Aaron Burr. The song is a reflection on the legacy of Alexander Hamilton, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. It reflects on Hamilton's legacy as a statesman, his numerous accomplishments, and his complex relationship with Burr. The song was written by Lin-Manuel Miranda and was released on July 10, 2015. The production featured a full orchestra, with strings, horns, and percussion. The song was well-received by critics, with some describing it as a highlight of the show.

Music Sounds Better with You by NEIL FRANCES

From the album, Music Sounds Better with You, released on July 21, 2017

"Music Sounds Better with You" is a song performed by NEIL FRANCES and produced by Stardust. It was released as a single in 2018, and was written by Thomas Bangalter, Benjamin Diamond, and Alan Braxe. The song is an electro-dance track with a catchy hook and a retro-modern synth-pop sound. It has a synth-driven hook and pulsing bassline, and features a vocoder-driven vocal performance from NEIL FRANCES. The track also features an anthemic chorus and breakdown, adding to its vibrant and energetic sound. The song has been described as an "instant classic" with its catchy hook and timeless sound.

Almost (Sweet Music) by Hozier

From the album, Wasteland, Baby!, released on March 1, 2019

"Almost (Sweet Music)" is a song by Irish singer-songwriter Hozier from his 2019 album Wasteland, Baby!. The song is a melodic, piano-driven ballad about the experience of finding beauty and hope in life's darkest moments. The lyrics touch on the idea of “sweet music” or a silver lining that can be found in times of struggle and adversity. The track features a sparse, minimalistic production that emphasizes the raw emotion of Hozier's vocals. Production details: Production: Hozier and Rob Kirwan Mixing: Rob Kirwan Mastering: Ted Jensen Instruments: Piano, bass, drums, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, strings

Candy Store by Jessica Keenan Wynn

From the album, Heathers: The Musical (World Premiere Cast Recording), released on June 10, 2014

"Candy Store" is a song from the musical Heathers: The Musical. It is performed by Jessica Keenan Wynn as the character Heather McNamara, and is a solo number. The song is a comedic exploration of Heather's struggle to find her identity and place in the world. She sings of the superficiality and lack of meaning in her life, and her inability to make her own decisions. Heather ultimately comes to the conclusion that if she can't find what she wants in the real world, she will settle for a "candy store" full of facsimiles of happiness. The song was composed by Laurence O'Keefe and Kevin Murphy, and has a jazzy, Broadway-style feel.

Música Romántica by Pancho Barraza

From the album, Música Romántica, released on June 24, 2021

"Música Romántica" is a song by Mexican singer Pancho Barraza. It was released as the lead single from his fourth studio album, Recuerdos del Alma (2006). The song is an emotive ballad about romantic love and longing. The music video for the song features Barraza singing in an intimate setting, surrounded by candlelight. The song was produced by José Luis Rodríguez and written by Pancho Barraza and Rodrigo González. It was released on December 11, 2006 and peaked at number-one on the Mexican Regional Airplay chart.