33 Best Songs About Colorado
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12. “Lucky Denver Mint” by Jimmy Eat World
Song Year: 1998
Jimmy Eat World is a rock band from the 90s that recorded this catchy punk song that references coins made at the Denver Mint. The song has existential themes but opens with the narrator saying they made a wish on a Dever coin even though they don’t know what they want.
13. “You Wild Colorado” by Johnny Cash
Song Year: 1965
This classic Johnny Cash song is about a man leaving his woman because the relationship is not working.
The narrator sings about how the relationship is over, and there is no point in trying anymore because they’re both too wild (like Colorado), so he hits the road and leaves by driving through the mountain roads.
14. “Colorado” by the Flying Burrito Brothers
Song Year: 1971
This is one of the best songs about Coloraod for people who call the Centennial State home. In the song, the narrator sings about trying to explore the world but finds other places too busy and fast-paced, so he’s tired and returns to Colorado, even though it means leaving behind the woman he loves.
15. “Colorado” by Chevy Chase
Song Year: 1978
Chevy Chase makes music? Sort of! This song is a parody of John Denver’s music, capturing the folksy sound and story lyrics.
However, it’s a silly song with funny lyrics that may surprise you when you listen and make you laugh. He sings about the freezing cold weather and the drugs prevalent in Denver.
16. “Lucky Old Colorado” by Merle Haggard
Song Year: 1990
In this song about Colorado, the narrator laments about a girl he met in California and fell in love with her.
However, she was from Colorado and decided to go back home, so he’s jealous that Coloraod gets to have her and he doesn’t. He knows she loves Colorado more than she’ll ever love him.
17. “Good Life” by One Republic
Song Year: 2009
This catchy One Republic song is about living the good life and moving around the world. The narrator talks about going to some of their favorite places, like London, Paris, China, and, you guessed it, Colorado!
It’s only a quick shoutout, but to be listed alongside the major cities mentioned in the song, it’s quite the compliment to Colorado.
18. “Colorado” by Paper Bird
Song Year: 2010
This song is an ode to Colorado, as the lyrics mention everything from gold mining to elk to the beautiful Rocky Mountains. In the song, they talk about Colorado being a wild and fun place where you can escape the hustle of city life and just have a good time.
19. “Telluride” by Tim McGraw
Song Year: 2001
This beautiful country song tells the story of how the narrator moved to the stunning city of Telluride in Colorado and built a life there. He made friends with the locals and worked at a bar until, one day, the love of his life strolled into town and changed his world forever.
Throughout the song, McGraw talks about how naturally gorgeous Telluride is and how well the sleepy town treated him.
20. “Mile High Feeling” by Chuck Pyle
Song Year: 2007
This sweet song talks about how peaceful Denver is, as you can drive up to Colorado to forget about all your worries and enjoy some fresh air. Pyle sings about how cities can feel like jails, but Colorado makes him feel free and happy.
The chorus is catchy and folksy, praising the Centennial State's quiet and gracious aura that makes him feel at home.
21. “Closer” by the Chainsmokers
Song Year: 2016
This super popular song is perfect for dancing and references the city of Boulder, an progressive place in Colorado. The narrator sings to a girl he has a history with about how they’re both still growing up but can have fun together even if they don’t commit to one another.
22. “I’m Leavin’ Colorado” by Hillbilly Hellcats
Song Year: 1998
While many songs on this list are about how beautiful and peaceful Colorado is, this song is about how cold and brutal the mountainous state can be.
Colorado is known for its freezing winters with plenty of snow, and in this song, the narrator sings about being done being cold and how they’re going to go to Hawaii and sip Mai Tais on the beach.
