Songs About Rock And Roll

Updated April 1, 2024

For Songs About Rock And Roll, there is no limit to the musicians who created music about this feeling. Here are 25 of our favorites.

Young And Beautiful by Lana Del Rey

From the album, Young And Beautiful, released on January 1, 2013

"Young and Beautiful" is a song by American singer and songwriter Lana Del Rey used for the soundtrack to the drama film The Great Gatsby (2013). It was released on April 23, 2013 by Interscope Records as the lead single from the soundtrack. The song serves as the film's theme song. Musically, "Young and Beautiful" is a pop ballad with instrumentation from a piano, violins, and string instruments. It is written in the key of F major with a moderate tempo of 60 beats per minute. A part of Del Rey's musical signature is her use of multitracking in her vocals. Lana Del Rey's "Young and Beautiful" was well-received by music critics. The song appeared on several year-end lists of best songs of 2013, including Pitchfork Media's, Rolling Stone's, and Time's. On December 15, 2013, the song peaked at number 23 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming Del Rey's highest charting single in the United States to date.

Pink Venom by BLACKPINK

From the album, Pink Venom, released on August 19, 2022

"Pink Venom" is a song by South Korean girl group BLACKPINK. It was released on June 26, 2020, as the lead single from their highly anticipated debut studio album, The Album. The song was written by Teddy, Bekuh Boom, R.Tee, and 24, and was produced by Teddy and R.Tee. "Pink Venom" is an upbeat track with a catchy hook and a fierce attitude. The song is about feeling confident and empowered, and not caring what other people think. It is a perfect summer anthem for anyone who wants to let their inner bad girl out. The song was met with positive reviews from critics, who praised its catchy hooks and empowering message. BLACKPINK's "Pink Venom" is a perfect summer anthem for anyone who wants to let their inner bad girl out.

Love Lost by Mac Miller

From the album, I Love Life, Thank You, released on July 22, 2022

The song "Love Lost" is a haunting ballad about a failed relationship. Mac Miller's emotive vocals are accompanied by a simple piano melody and a sparse, atmospheric production. The song reflects on the pain of love lost, and how it can linger long after the relationship has ended.

Rock And Roll All Nite by KISS

From the album, Dressed To Kill, released on March 19, 1975

"Rock and Roll All Nite" is a song by Kiss, released on their 1975 album Dressed to Kill. The song was written by Paul Stanley and Bob Ezrin. The song was released as a single in 1976, reaching number 12 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. In 1998, the song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. The song is a classic rock anthem and is one of Kiss' most popular songs. The song is known for its catchy riff and chorus. The song has been covered by many artists, including Guns N' Roses, Cheap Trick, and Motörhead.

We Built This City by Starship

From the album, Knee Deep In The Hoopla, released on September 10, 1985

This song was released in 1985 by the band Starship. It was written by Bernie Taupin, Martin Page, and Dennis DeYoung. The song was produced by Peter Wolf. The song is about a city that was built by the people who live in it.

Run Rudolph Run by Chuck Berry

From the album, Rock 'N' Roll Rarities, released on January 1, 1986

The song is about a reindeer named Rudolph who is trying to escape from Santa Claus. The production details are not known.

Old Time Rock & Roll by Bob Seger

From the album, Stranger In Town, released on May 5, 1978

The song was released in 1978 on Bob Seger's album Stranger in Town. It was written by Seger and produced by Jack Richardson. The song is a classic rock song about wanting to hear old time rock and roll on the radio.

Rock and Roll - Remaster by Led Zeppelin

From the album, Led Zeppelin IV (Deluxe Edition), released on November 8, 1971

"Rock and Roll - Remaster" is a song by English rock band Led Zeppelin. It is the opening track from their fourth studio album Led Zeppelin IV, released in 1971. The song was remastered and released on the 1990 album Led Zeppelin Remasters. The song is composed in a twelve-bar blues style and features a prominent guitar riff throughout. The lyrics are written by singer Robert Plant and bassist John Paul Jones, and the song is sung in a call-and-response style. The song was recorded in both London and Headley Grange and was produced by Jimmy Page. It was mixed and engineered by Eddie Kramer and Andy Johns. The remaster was done by Page, Kramer and George Marino.

It's Still Rock and Roll to Me by Billy Joel

From the album, Glass Houses, released on March 12, 1980

"It's Still Rock and Roll to Me" is a song by American singer-songwriter Billy Joel, released in 1980 as the lead single from his album Glass Houses. The track was a number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for two weeks in July of 1980. The song was produced by Phil Ramone, and features a classic rock arrangement. It features a prominent electric guitar solo by Steve Khan, complemented by prominent synthesizers. Joel's vocals are backed by a band consisting of Liberty DeVitto on drums, Russell Javors on rhythm guitar, and Doug Stegmeyer on bass.

Strange by Miranda Lambert

From the album, Palomino, released on April 29, 2022

"Strange" is a song by American country artist Miranda Lambert, released as the lead single from her fifth studio album, Platinum, on March 4, 2014. The track was written by Miranda Lambert and Natalie Hemby, with production handled by Frank Liddell and Glenn Worf. The song is an uptempo song with a classic country sound, featuring a steel guitar, fiddle and banjo. The lyrics tell the story of a woman reflecting on her life, coming to terms with the fact that she doesn't fit into the norms of society and is "a little strange", but is proud to be who she is. The single peaked at number 13 on the U.S. Billboard Country Airplay chart, making it Lambert's 15th Top 20 hit on the chart. The song has been praised for its classic country sound and its empowering message.

crushcrushcrush by Paramore

From the album, Riot!, released on June 11, 2007

"Crushcrushcrush" is a song by the American rock band Paramore from their second studio album, Riot! It was released on October 22, 2007 as the lead single from the album. The song was written by Hayley Williams and Taylor York, and was produced by David Bendeth. The song is about breaking free of someone who has been controlling and manipulating Williams' emotions. The song is driven by an anthemic guitar riff and features a heavy drum beat. It was well received by critics, and peaked at number three on the US Billboard Alternative Songs chart.