Songs About Swimming

Updated April 1, 2024

Thinking about Songs About Swimming, there is no limit to the musicians who have written about this idea. Here are 21 of our favorites.

Self Care by Mac Miller

From the album, Swimming, released on August 3, 2018

"Self Care" is a song by American rapper Mac Miller. It was released on July 13, 2018, as the lead single from his fifth studio album, Swimming (2018). The song was produced by Miller and his frequent collaborator, the late American producer and musician Larry Fisherman. The song is a slow-paced and downtempo track that features Miller rapping about depression and addiction, as well as struggling to cope with the death of his friend and fellow rapper Lil Peep. The song's production consists of atmospheric synths, a minimal drum beat, and occasional piano chords. Miller died of an accidental drug overdose two months after the release of "Self Care".

Swimming Pools (Drank) by Kendrick Lamar

From the album, Swimming Pools (Drank), released on January 1, 2012

"Swimming Pools (Drank)" is a song by American rapper Kendrick Lamar, from his major-label debut album Good Kid, M.A.A.D City (2012). The song was written by Lamar and produced by T-Minus. It was released as the album's lead single on July 31, 2012. The song peaked at number 17 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The song is about Lamar's struggles with alcoholism and partying. It has been described as a "haunting" and "atmospheric" track, with Lamar's lyrics addressing his past experiences. The production features a minimal, slow-paced beat and a "mournful" piano melody.

Stress Relief by late night drive home

From the album, Am I sinking or Am I swimming?, released on September 17, 2021

"Stress Relief" is a song by Late Night Drive Home, a folk-rock band from Australia. Written and produced by the band's lead singer and guitarist, Matt Hitt, the song was released as a single in 2019. The song is a reflective and uplifting meditation on the struggles of everyday life. It draws on the band's signature sound of acoustic guitars, driving drums, and emotive vocal harmonies. The lyrics speak of the need to find peace and relaxation amidst the chaos of modern life, emphasizing that "the only way out is to take a little time off". Musically, the song is driven by a steady acoustic guitar progression and a driving drum line. The melody is based around a beautiful vocal harmony which is complimented by the band's signature instrumental arrangements. The production of the song was done by the band themselves, allowing them to create the exact sound they were after. The track was recorded and mixed at their own studio in Melbourne, Australia. The single was released in November 2019 and was met with positive reviews, cementing the band's place as one of Australia's premier folk-rock acts.