Music Written About Horses

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It seems only appropriate that my first Horse Review article should focus on music written about horses. I am a member of the The Horse Review Club on Squidoo and a large portion of my life has been dedicated to music, so this music has special meaning to me.

I invite you to join me in a walk down a music memory lane.

I have only provided videos and clips for a few. No doubt, you will be able to think of some additional songs about horses.





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Wildfire

Michael Martin Murphey

When I was a teenager, this was one of my favorite songs. I remember there was a lot of speculation about the meaning of this song back then. As it turns out, Murphey had a dream about this ghost horse and wrote the words and music the same day. It does, indeed, have a haunting melody.

I happen to love the keyboard intro on this video, but if you want to get right to the lyrics of this song, you will need to start at 1:52



Michael Martin Murphey - "Wildfire"
by doctrDave | video info

1,930 ratings | 535,404 views
curated content from YouTube
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Run For The Roses

Dan Fogelberg

Dan Fogelberg was clearly one of my favorite soloist when I was growing up. My all time Fogelberg favorite was "Leader of the Band," but many would choose "Run For The Roses" Sadly, this great legend died a few years ago, but there will always be a place in my life for his music.

I am amazed when talent still flows from the fingers and the vocals of the original artist over 25 years after the original release of his song. I just had to use this video in appreciation of a great talent!

Dan Fogelberg - Run For The Roses (Live - 2003)
by fogelbergvideos | video info

185 ratings | 74,806 views
curated content from YouTube
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Horse With No Name

America

Another singing sensation that took the world by storm during my teenage years, were 3 young men who formed a band and named it "America."

I think every teenage boy, and a lot of girls, knew the lyrics of this song by heart.



America - A Horse With No Name+Lyrics
by badgarin | video info

18,112 ratings | 4,169,299 views
curated content from YouTube
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Stewball

Peter, Paul & Mary

I always loved Peter, Paul & Mary. They have several songs that I enjoy. Stewball is just one of my favorites. I used to sing this song to my children.

Sadly, there was not a Youtube video of Peter, Paul & Mary preforming this song. I have provided a link to Yahoo Music where you will be able to listen to this wonderful ballet in it's entirety.

Stewball
by Peter, Paul & Mary
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The Horses

Kenny Loggins

This singer, songwriter and guitarist has soothed our souls and spanned several decades with his soft rock and mellow voice.


The Horses: Eowyn's Story
by kecharitomene5 | video info

18 ratings | 7,233 views
curated content from YouTube
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Bring On The Dancing Horses

Echo & The Bunnymen

As I was getting older, the popular music style was changing, but we still loved our horses.

Echo & The Bunnymen and U2 are two examples of what was popular in the 80's"



Echo & The Bunnymen - Bring On The Dancing Horses
by dizzypuppy | video info

2,183 ratings | 852,170 views
curated content from YouTube

Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses

U2

U2 - Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses
by ARTisRESISTANCEmLp | video info

1,860 ratings | 900,464 views
curated content from YouTube

A Horse Named Bill

Jerry Garcia

So many things could be said about Jerry Garcia best remembered as a member of the "Grafeful Dead."

I believe this little song shows us the humorous side of Jerry Garcia, as well as how diversified and talented he really was. Who would have thought this crazy rock band founder would also steal the show with a banjo.



Jerry Garcia & David Grisman - A Horse Named Bill
by BillG91889 | video info

28 ratings | 5,571 views
curated content from YouTube

Hush-a-bye

Peter, Paul & Mary

I will end my meandering down memory lane with another wonderful song by this legendary trio. I also sang this lullaby to my own children. My daughter is still waiting for her promised horse.

Again, there was not a Youtube video of Peter, Paul & Mary preforming this song. I have provided a link to Yahoo Music where you will be able to listen to this wonderful ballet in it's entirety.

Hush-a-bye
By Peter, Paul & Mary
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SONGS ABOUT HORSES RECOMMENDED BY OTHER LENSMASTERS!

Thank you for your suggestions!

Mr. Ed ~ Theme Song for the Show

Recommended by Heather426

How did I forget this one? LOL
Mr. Ed - Intro (Opening Theme)
by PsychoDad1860 | video info

1,875 ratings | 1,646,475 views
curated content from YouTube

Crazy Horses by The Osmonds

Recommended by Heather426

The Osmonds ~ Crazy Horses
by stardustdays | video info

381 ratings | 78,441 views
curated content from YouTube

Wild Horses by The Rolling Stones

Recommended by Heather426

Wild Horses - The Rolling Stones 1995
by DarkGeno21 | video info

8,890 ratings | 3,708,483 views
curated content from YouTube

Some Horses Are Coming by Robert Vavra

Recommended by WildFacesGallery

SPIRIT ~ Some Horses Are Coming (Robert Vavra)
by LawrencetheMinstrel | video info

29 ratings | 7,505 views
curated content from YouTube

Runaway Horses by Belinda Carlisle

Recommended by MissMerFaery

Belinda Carlisle - Runaway Horses
by gawkin | video info

1,491 ratings | 831,945 views
curated content from YouTube

Wild Horses by Natasha Bedingfield

Recommended by MissMerFaery

This is a really beautiful song. Thank you for introducing me to it.
Natasha Bedingfield - Wild Horses
by all4kristin | video info

11,772 ratings | 6,390,872 views
curated content from YouTube

When Horsepower Meant What It Said by Sandi Thom

Recommended by MissMerFaery

Spirit: When Horsepower Meant What It Said
by horsesnhurricanes | video info

16 ratings | 962 views
curated content from YouTube

Black Horse and the Cherry Tree by KT Tunstall

Recommended by MissMerFaery

KT Tunstall "Black Horse & The Cherry Tree" on Jools
by scoobyben | video info

10,800 ratings | 4,084,206 views
curated content from YouTube

Whiskey For My Men Beer For My Horses by Toby Keith & Willie Nelson

Recommended by BevsPaper

Unfortunately, the official videos for this song and the Big & Rich song that follows, could not be embedded.
Beer For My Horses
by Bigdog775 | video info

915 ratings | 390,372 views
curated content from YouTube

Save A Horse Ride A Cowboy by Big & Rich

Recommended by BevsPaper

Save a Horse Ride a Cowboy Lyrics
by TomHat92 | video info

4,874 ratings | 2,405,751 views
curated content from YouTube

Saddle Up by David Christie

Recommended by Alfiesgirl

DAVID CHRISTIE - Saddle Up (best audio)
by ItaloDiscoKing | video info

165 ratings | 115,368 views
curated content from YouTube

Two Little Toys by Rolf Harris

Recommended by Alfiesgirl

Thank you for your recommendations! I had never heard either of these songs before. This one is so cute!
Rolf Harris : : Two Little Boys (with lyrics)
by Rikkyhardo | video info

150 ratings | 124,997 views
curated content from YouTube

I sincerely hope you all enjoyed my Equestrian Entertainment!

So Tell Me, What Other Songs About Horses Can You Think Of?

If I can find a video or links, I just might add it here.

  • TheLittleCardShop Sep 26, 2011 @ 11:26 pm | delete
    Fantastic page! I think you have mentioned all the horse songs that were coming to mind as I was reading.
    Ohh i loved dan Folgelberg too, and just like you The Leader of the band.
    Featured your lens in my Music Food of our Soul Page :)
  • wayne_luvinlife Jul 8, 2011 @ 6:15 pm | delete
    "Wild Fire" was on of the first songs I remember as a kid growing up that made me sad... I've always loved the song and horses. great lense!
  • ChrisDay May 29, 2011 @ 2:16 am | delete
    Great lens with so many memories. Thanks.
  • HorseAndPony Jul 29, 2010 @ 3:24 pm | delete
    I'm back for another visit. This Horse Review has been featured on Everything Horse and Pony at http://everythinghorseandpony.blogspot.com/.
  • d-artist Apr 24, 2010 @ 7:25 am | delete
    what a great lens , well put together idea for a lens...5*... and a ~"Squid Angel Blessing"~
  • Sylvestermouse Apr 24, 2010 @ 10:29 am | delete
    Thank you so much for your blessing!
  • Alfiesgirl Apr 19, 2010 @ 7:07 am | delete
    Lol great lens...hows about:
    Saddle-up n ride your pony ~ David Christie
    or
    2 little boys had 2 little toys each had a wooden horse ~ Rolf Harris
  • BevsPaper Apr 18, 2010 @ 6:56 pm | delete
    Toby Keith...Whiskey For My Men, Beer For My Horses. Big and Rich...Save A Horse Ride A Cowboy. Just 2 that came to mind.
  • Sylvestermouse Apr 18, 2010 @ 7:51 pm | delete
    Hahahaha, I am laughing so hard over the fact that you are the one who suggested those two songs. I didn't have the nerve to put Save A Horse Ride A Cowboy on here originally, but for you, I'd do anything!!!!
  • MissMerFaery Apr 18, 2010 @ 2:58 pm | delete
    Great idea for a lens!! Some songs I knew and some I didn't :) Other horse songs in my own collection are Runaway Horses by Belinda Carlisle, Wild Horses by Natasha Bedingfield, When Horsepower Meant What It Said by Sandi Thom, and Black Horse and the Cherrytree by KT Tunstall (some of these are British singers so you might not know them). Also Bryan Adams recorded the soundtrack for Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron which had a lot of horse songs on as well as instrumentals. 5 stars!
  • Sylvestermouse Apr 18, 2010 @ 7:49 pm | delete
    Thank you for your help! I really liked Wild Horses by Natasha Bedingfield. That is the first time I have heard that song.
  • WildFacesGallery Apr 18, 2010 @ 10:25 am | delete
    Kinda fun rolling through the horse songs. I'm not sure if this fits with your theme but Robert Vavra put out a cd called Horses Of The Wind. which is music that includes natural horse noises. I actually listen to it when I paint. Great lens. :)
  • Sylvestermouse Apr 18, 2010 @ 11:06 am | delete
    That is truly awesome! I love it! Thank you for helping me. I have added a sample of your suggestion above.
  • inkserotica Apr 18, 2010 @ 4:52 am | delete
    I think I only recognised one song! Fascinating topic for a lens though ;) 5*
  • Heather426 Apr 17, 2010 @ 11:52 am | delete
    Love it! I liked the silly Crazy Horses by the Osmonds...and the Rolling Stones did the first version of Wild Horses, which Garth Brooks covered...and then there is the Mr. Ed theme song, A Horse is a Horse, of Course....just a few I thought of off the top of my head. :)
  • Sylvestermouse Apr 17, 2010 @ 7:15 pm | delete
    Excellent suggestions Heather! Thanks! I will see what I can I find and add them to this lens.
  • bethd821 Apr 17, 2010 @ 11:28 am | delete
    Wonderful horse songs! I hadn't heard of some, but others I knew quite well.
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