43 Best Songs About Personal Growth

23. Changes – 2Pac

Year- 1998

2Pac is an artist who had the confidence to address most societal irregularities head-on. His least controversial tune, ‘Changes,’ aims to inspire progress in a world grappling with political and societal turmoil.

He recognizes change as the irreplaceable ingredient required to solve inequality and injustice, whether politically or individually. 2Pac raps passionately, calling for progress for the overall well-being of the world.

24. All Things Must Pass – George Harrison

Year- 1970

The need for everything to turn out the way you want could hold one hostage and keep you from appreciating the growth that comes through pain and difficulty.

‘All Things Must Pass,’ is a song that speaks of the fleeting nature of life and its ups and downs. The song references how some things may go wrong, but you must look forward to a better, happier time.

25. Beautiful – Christina Aguilera

Year- 2002

Tall or short, big or small, young or old, Christina Aguilera doesn’t miss a beat to deliver the wise message that there’s beauty in everyone.

This classic tune emphasizes inclusivity in the face of ethnic, political, and financial division. Listening to this song compels you to think better and see yourself more positively. You are beautiful both in and out.

26. Good as Hell – Lizzo

Year- 2019

She’s become the icon for people who don’t fit into the stereotype that you must be a particular body type to be famous or a celebrity. Lizzo surpasses societal standards and breaks barriers to play in the big leagues. She churns out hit after hit, proving that people are abled differently.

‘Good as hell,’ sends an uplifting message of self-acceptance and love for all. It’s the confidence boost you need to feel good despite your or other people’s thoughts/expectations.

27. Waiting On the World to Change – John Mayer

Year- 2006

John Mayer sang this song to portray his discontent about different standards and the misunderstanding people, especially his generation, faced individually and politically.

In the song, he takes a jab at the media as the culprit behind the spread of the wrong information to suit the interests of the fewer majority. He mentions that positive change is uncomfortable but necessary for generational change globally.

28. Grow as We Go – Ben Platt

Year- 2019

Many go wrong by believing change is bad. ‘Grow as We Go,’ says that change is inevitable and not always bad. On the journey of self-discovery, this song prompts listeners to aim to grow as they let go of what they don’t need while holding on to what serves them.

Ben Platt wants you to know that progress is more rewarding if you go in with an open mind. If you seem stuck, this song helps to jumpstart your journey to optimum personal growth.

29. Redemption Song – Bob Marley

Year- 1980

Shortly before his unprecedented death, Bob Marley sang ‘Redemption Song’, a captivating tune about overcoming hardships.

In the wake of hopelessness, this song clearly conveys that you must fight self-imposed mental limitations and free your mind. The lyrics expose mental slavery as the main thing that could stop you from being your best.

30. Landslide – Fleetwood Mac ft. Dixie Chicks

Year- 2010

Initially sung by Fleetwood, ‘Landslide’ is a beautiful song that Dixie Chicks covered, making the song appealing to a much younger audience.

The message in this song is that sometimes life feels like a landslide. Everything can tumble downwards, and you can do little to nothing to stop the process. The girl group assures you that you can handle different seasons in your life, good or bad.

31. You Raise Me Up – Secret Garden ft. Brian Kennedy

Year-2003

There are over 100 covers of this song, but no one entirely does it, like Secret Garden and Brian Kennedy. Like the title hints, ‘You Raise Me Up,’ is a compilation that dares to get you feeling better at a time when you seem weighed down by life circumstances.

It pays tribute to family and close loved ones who stay with us and help us endure tough times.

32. I Love Me – Meghan Trainor ft. Lunch Money

Year- 2016

It’s easy to say ‘I love you’ to others, but how often do you say it to yourself? ‘I Love Me’ is a song that challenges you to make it a habit to express affection for oneself even when it feels hard to mean it.

The song's catchy and unforgettable tune reminds you to feel good about yourself and express tenderness to yourself even more than you do others.

33. Changes – David Bowie

Year- 1972

Personal growth requires a change in perspective. You may have to change how you define beauty and how you see yourself and rewire yourself to adopt different beliefs.

‘Changes’ emphasizes that through change and transformation comes fear and anxiety. The lyrics tell you to embrace the discomfort and look forward to becoming your best.