31 Best Songs About July
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“Fourth Of July” by Mariah Carey
Song year: 1997
Mariah Carey’s song “Fourth of July” is on her sixth studio album, Butterfly. Though the album contains primarily hip-hop and urban adult contemporary tunes, this track is one of the slower ballads.
The song has a ‘70s feel and lyrics that do a fantastic job of creating a visual experience for the listener. Its lyrics describe being in love on the 4th of July holiday.
“July In Cheyenne (Song For Lane’s Momma)” by Aaron Watson
Song year: 2012
American country music singer-songwriter Aaron Watson features “July In Cheyenne” in his ninth studio album, Real Good Time. He felt inspired to write this song after he and his wife lost their daughter, Julia Grace.
During the grief period, he watched Lane Frost’s story in the movie 8 Seconds. He felt connected to Lane’s parents, leading him to write this emotional song. Lane’s mother called Watson after its release to tell him she loved it.
“4th Of July” by Soundgarden
Song year: 1994
Soundgarden released “4th of July” on their fourth studio album, Superunknown. This song isn’t about Independence Day but how the eerie lights in the sky gave the impression of the American holiday.
The song features many apocalyptic themes with dark lyrics. Lead singer Chris Cornell revealed that he got his inspiration from an acid trip.
“Fourth of July” by Sufjan Stevens
Song year: 2015
“Fourth of July” is a song by American musician Sufjan Steven featured on his album Carrie & Lowell. All of the songs on this album got inspired by Steven’s mother, Carrie’s death in 2012.
Like the other songs on this album, this one discusses death and how we will all die at some point.
“July” by Sir Chloe
Song year: 2020
“July” is a song by the American indie rock band Sir Chloe. The lyrics describe a relationship that ends in late July, with the month’s end paralleling the closing of their chapter together, like the warmth of summer fading into the cold fall.
She sings about the complicated feelings that come with leaving someone. Although it may be the right choice, you still feel sad about it.
“July” by Beach Bunny
Song year: 2015
American rock band Beach Bunny wrote and performed the song “July.” The group garnered massive attention and popularity after their track “Prom Queen” went viral on the social media app TikTok.
The lyrics describe a couple spending July together and trying to figure out their relationship. This bright song uses many descriptors to get you in the summer feel.
“When The Rain Tumbles Down In July” by Slim Dusty
Song year: 1947
Australian country music singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer wrote the song “When the Rain Tumbles Down.” It’s recognized as being Slim Dusty’s first commercial recording.
The song describes the flood seasons where Dusty grew up in the 30s and 40s in the Macleay Valley.
“The 5th of July” by Owl City
Song year: 2018
Although most songs about July refer to the fourth of July, this one takes place a day later. Adam Young wrote this song to discuss his birthday, the 5th of July.
The lyrics describe his childhood, family, and events that took place during the month of his life. He sings about his losses along with gratitude to his parents.
“Born on the Bayou” by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Song year: 1969
Although this song doesn’t feature the term “July” in the title, it still qualifies as a song about July. Frontman John Fogerty wrote the song about experiencing the fourth of July in the bayou.
However, Fogerty had never been to a bayou while writing the tune. Instead, he researched and imagined what it would be like to have a childhood from the song’s perspective.
“4th of July” by Shooter Jennings
Song year: 2005
“4th of July” by Shooter Jennings is a song on his 2005 album, Put the ‘O’ Back in Country. He tells the tale of a road trip Jennings took after his band Stargunn broke up.
He stated that he wrote this song somewhat satirically, mimicking a specific type of country song. With many of the bands sounding alike, he figured he could come up with something similar.
