In the world of music, heavy metal is relatively new, only existing since Black Sabbath released its first album in 1969. However, there has been a stigma attached to metal, whereas most people think that all heavy bands worship the Devil, and their songwriting is limited to dark imagery, dragons, wizards, and violence. That’s far …
Whether you are longing for someone you can’t have or pining over the one that got away, these songs about loving someone you can’t have are sure to help you process those heart-aching emotions. They may bring you a little solace, if nothing else, just to know that many other people have been in the …
Rap music has a reputation for being explicit, which makes many songs in the genre unsuitable for certain audiences. However, there are some great clean rap songs that people of all ages and preferences can enjoy. Some of the songs included in this list may be surprising, but the artists have proven that you can …
Nobody likes to feel lonely, but unfortunately, it is part of the human condition. Loneliness is often caused by life events, isolation, poor self-awareness, and difficulty with assertiveness. Being that it’s so common, many songs about being alone have been written by many of the most famous artists and musicians over the years. Regardless of …
War is one of the most extreme events and experiences anyone can go through, which is why many songs about war have been written over the years. Humans have been fighting wars for centuries. The songs on the list below were written during many different wars, including the Vietnam War, Cold War, Operation Enduring Freedom, …
Financial status is often linked to our confidence and self-esteem. If our pockets are empty and we’re unemployed, this diminishes our self-worth and makes us feel we have less value. Many famous musicians have gone through the struggles poverty brings, which is why many songs about being broke have been written over the years. These …
Whether you are doing time in the penitentiary, passing time in the county jail, a prisoner of love, or a prisoner of your thoughts, we are all under the control of something or someone besides ourselves. Feeling trapped is a vicious cycle that makes you feel even more trapped than before. That’s why many songs …
Throughout history, we have been taught about the Devil as a physical manifestation of everything bad and evil in the world. Whether you picture the Devil as a cartoonish red monster with horns and a tail or as something much darker and more sinister, Satan has made his way into every aspect of our culture, …
Sometimes we have moments of reflection in life that give us pause. Acknowledging those who have helped us along the way can often feel extremely vulnerable. Thus, music is a great way to express these complex feelings and help start the journey to finding gratitude. We’ll share many songs about gratitude below that will certainly …
Pain is a part of life. We are all going to experience suffering at some point, whether it is physical, emotional, or mental. I have always thought that the way you handle your pain, and if you show the capability of learning from it, is what differentiates ordinary people from extraordinary people. Since it’s so …