Songs About Revival

Updated October 1, 2024

Have you heard these Songs About Revival? We know for sure you'll find some new tunes. We wrote about 23 of our favorites.

Fortunate Son by Creedence Clearwater Revival

From the album, Willy And The Poor Boys (Expanded Edition), released on November 2, 1969

The song is about the Vietnam War and is critical of the wealthy people who were able to avoid being drafted. The production details are not known.

River (feat. Ed Sheeran) by Eminem

From the album, Revival, released on December 15, 2017

"River" is a song by Eminem featuring English singer and songwriter Ed Sheeran. It was released on December 15, 2017 as the lead single from Eminem's ninth studio album Revival (2017). The song was written by Eminem, Ed Sheeran, and production duo WDRE. The song is a piano-driven ballad that finds Eminem reflecting on a failed relationship. He addresses his ex-girlfriend, who is now married with children. Sheeran sings the chorus, which finds him pleading with the woman to take him back. "River" was met with mixed reviews from music critics. Some praised the song's emotion and Sheeran's performance, while others criticized its lyrical content. The song peaked at number four on the US Billboard Hot 100, making it Eminem's 20th top-10 single in the country. It also reached number one in Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

American Kids by Kenny Chesney

From the album, The Big Revival, released on September 22, 2014

"American Kids" is a song by American country music artist Kenny Chesney, released as the lead single from his 2014 album The Big Revival. The song was written by Shane McAnally, Rodney Clawson, and Luke Laird. The song celebrates the joys of growing up in the United States, and has become Chesney's 25th career number one hit on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. The song has a folk-pop sound, with up-tempo production and a banjo-led melody. It is accompanied with a handclap beat, electric guitars, and a rhythm section. In the lyrics, Chesney sings about the various experiences associated with growing up in the US: going to county fairs, drive-in movies, and playing basketball in the streets. He also references classic American cars, beer cans, and a “small town Saturday night”. The song peaked at number one on the US Country Airplay and Hot Country Songs charts in 2014. It also made it to the Top 20 on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming Chesney’s twelfth Top 20 hit on that chart.

Revival by Zach Bryan

From the album, Elisabeth, released on May 8, 2020

"Revival" is a song by Zach Bryan, released in 2020. It is featured on his debut album 'Roots Run Deep'. Written and produced by Zach Bryan, the song is a blend of southern rock and folk lyrics that tell a story of redemption and hope. The song starts off with a slow guitar and drums and then builds up to a chorus of electric guitars and drums. The song has a light and airy feel to it and is a good example of Bryan's unique style. The lyrics of the song are about overcoming hard times and finding hope for the future. The main theme of the song is that no matter what happens, you can always find a way to keep going and keep believing.