Songs About Slow

Updated April 1, 2024

So many musicians have written about Songs About Slow. We gathered 25 of the top ones.

Let Me Down Slowly by Alec Benjamin

From the album, Narrated For You, released on November 16, 2018

The song is about a relationship that is ending. Alec Benjamin is trying to convince his partner to let him down slowly, rather than ending things abruptly. He sings about how he is willing to change and do whatever it takes to make things work. The production of the song is fairly simple, with a gentle piano melody and Alec Benjamin's soft voice. The lyrics are emotive and honest, and the overall tone is one of sadness and regret.

SLOW DANCING IN THE DARK by Joji

From the album, BALLADS 1, released on October 26, 2018

The song is about a relationship that is not going well. The person in the relationship is trying to hold on, but they know it is doomed. The production is minimal, with a sparse piano melody and Joji's vocals.

Dandelions - slowed + reverb by Ruth B.

From the album, Dandelions (slowed + reverb), released on August 27, 2021

Ruth B.'s song "Dandelions - slowed + reverb" is a haunting, ethereal ballad that features the artist's delicate vocal performance front and center. The production is sparse, allowing Ruth B.'s voice and the emotive lyrics to shine through. The song reflects on the fragility of life and the inevitability of change, with the dandelions serving as a metaphor for the transience of existence. The song is both beautiful and melancholy, and will stay with listeners long after it ends.

Slow Down by Chase Atlantic

From the album, Paradise EP, released on December 20, 2016

The song "Slow Down" by Chase Atlantic is a haunting and atmospheric ballad that tells the story of a relationship in turmoil. The production is minimal, featuring only a piano and the occasional drum beat, which allows the emotive lyrics and vocals to take center stage. The song is both catchy and heartbreaking, and is sure to resonate with listeners who have experienced a tumultuous relationship.

Borderline by Tame Impala

From the album, The Slow Rush, released on February 14, 2020

"Borderline" is a song by Tame Impala, released on the album The Slow Rush. The song was written by Kevin Parker and produced by Parker and Mark Ronson. The song is a pop song with a retro feel, featuring a synth-driven melody and Parker's falsetto vocals. The song's lyrics deal with the difficulties of relationships and the feeling of being on the edge of a breakdown.

Slow Hands by Niall Horan

From the album, Flicker (Deluxe), released on October 20, 2017

"Slow Hands" is a song by Niall Horan and was released on May 4th, 2017. The song peaked at number 2 on the UK Singles Chart and at number 32 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The song was produced by Greg Kurstin.

Take It Slow by Conner Smith

From the album, Take It Slow, released on September 10, 2021

The song is about a relationship that is moving too fast for one of the partners. It is a slow, acoustic song with a male vocalist.

Slow Dancing in a Burning Room by John Mayer

From the album, Continuum, released on September 11, 2006

"Slow Dancing in a Burning Room" is a song by John Mayer from his 2007 album, Continuum. The song was produced by Steve Jordan and John Mayer. The song is about a relationship that is slowly falling apart. The song features a slow, bluesy guitar riff and Mayer's signature vocals.

Slow Jamz by Twista

From the album, The College Dropout, released on February 10, 2004

"Slow Jamz" is a song by American rapper Twista, featuring R&B singer Kanye West and singer-songwriter Jamie Foxx. The song was released in December 2003 as the lead single from Twista's album Kamikaze and was a top 5 hit in the United States, peaking at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song is produced by West and features additional production from The Neptunes. The track features a smooth, melodic beat and samples Luther Vandross' 1981 track "A House Is Not a Home". In the chorus, Foxx sings slowly over the top of the beat, while Twista and West deliver rapid-fire verses. The song has been widely praised for its catchy hook and production. It has been certified double platinum by the RIAA and has been featured on various soundtrack albums, including the soundtrack for the 2004 film "Dodgeball".

Slow Dance In A Parking Lot by Jordan Davis

From the album, Home State, released on March 23, 2018

"Slow Dance In A Parking Lot" is a song written by Jordan Davis and produced by Jay Joyce and Jordan Davis. It is a melodic love song comprised of acoustic guitar, piano and strings. The narrator of the song is asking his significant other to take a break from the hustle and bustle of life and enjoy a slow dance with him in a parking lot. The song is a play on the classic romantic gesture of a slow dance in a high school gym, but in a more unconventional location. The song was released as the fourth single from Davis' debut album Home State.

Slow Motion by Trey Songz

From the album, Trigga Reloaded, released on June 23, 2015

"Slow Motion" is a song by American singer-songwriter Trey Songz, released on February, 2015 as the second single from his sixth studio album, Trigga. The song was produced by Troy Taylor and co-written by Songz and Taylor. Musically, "Slow Motion" is an R&B song that features a minimalistic production, consisting of a slow, rolling beat, a piano loop, and a synthesizer. The lyrics of the song are a tribute to a woman who Songz has feelings for and wants to take things slow with.

Slow Ride by Foghat

From the album, Slow Ride / Save Your Loving (For Me), released in 1975

"Slow Ride" is a classic rock song by the British band Foghat. It was written by the band's guitarist, Dave Peverett, and first released on Foghat's 1975 album, Fool for the City. The song is an up-tempo rocker with a strong boogie-woogie feel. It features Dave Peverett's vocals and a guitar solo by Rod Price. The song also features a distinctive bass line played by Tony Stevens. The song was produced by Foghat and released as a single in 1975, reaching number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It has since become a staple of classic rock radio and is one of Foghat's most popular songs. It has been featured in several films and television shows, including Dazed and Confused, Vanilla Sky, and Supernatural.

Slow Burn by Kacey Musgraves

From the album, Golden Hour, released on March 30, 2018

"Slow Burn" is a song by American singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves, released as the lead single from her highly acclaimed fourth studio album Golden Hour (2018). The track was written by Musgraves, Luke Laird, and Shane McAnally, and produced by Musgraves, Laird, and Ian Fitchuk. The song is a mid-tempo country-pop ballad, and finds Musgraves singing about taking the time to really savor life’s moments and not worrying about the future. Its instrumentation comprises of glistening keyboards, acoustic guitars and orchestral instruments, while the song builds up to a sweeping, gospel-influenced crescendo. The song received critical acclaim upon its release, with critics praising its production and Musgraves' vocal performance. It was nominated for both the Grammy Award for Best Country Solo Performance and Best Country Song at the 2019 Grammy Awards.