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.
Contents at a Glance
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
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!
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.
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
The Horses
Kenny Loggins
This singer, songwriter and guitarist has soothed our souls and spanned several decades with his soft rock and mellow voice.
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"
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.
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
SONGS ABOUT HORSES RECOMMENDED BY OTHER LENSMASTERS!
Thank you for your suggestions!
Mr. Ed ~ Theme Song for the Show
Recommended by Heather426
Wild Horses by Natasha Bedingfield
Recommended by MissMerFaery
When Horsepower Meant What It Said by Sandi Thom
Recommended by MissMerFaery
Black Horse and the Cherry Tree by KT Tunstall
Recommended by MissMerFaery
Whiskey For My Men Beer For My Horses by Toby Keith & Willie Nelson
Recommended by BevsPaper
Two Little Toys by Rolf Harris
Recommended by Alfiesgirl
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.
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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 :)
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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!
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ChrisDay
May 29, 2011 @ 2:16 am | delete
- Great lens with so many memories. Thanks.
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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/.
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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"~
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Sylvestermouse
Apr 24, 2010 @ 10:29 am | delete
- Thank you so much for your blessing!
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Alfiesgirl Apr 19, 2010 @ 7:07 am | delete
- Lol great lens...hows about:
Saddle-up n ride your pony ~ David Christie
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2 little boys had 2 little toys each had a wooden horse ~ Rolf Harris
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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.
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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!!!!
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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!
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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.
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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. :)
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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.
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inkserotica
Apr 18, 2010 @ 4:52 am | delete
- I think I only recognised one song! Fascinating topic for a lens though ;) 5*
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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. :)
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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.
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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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A selection of 50's music
Don Francisco ~ Christian Singer, Songwriter & Musician
An introduction to the man and his music
Music Speaks to My Soul
An introduction to "Within Temptation"
Martina McBride
An introduction to Martina McBride and several of her songs
Halloween Music ~ Popular Punk Rock and Metal Music for Halloween
Appropriate music for Halloween
Music Written About Horses
The Horse Music Review
O Holy Night
The story behind the song
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Index
- Wildfire
- Run For The Roses
- Horse With No Name
- Stewball
- The Horses
- Bring On The Dancing Horses
- Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses
- A Horse Named Bill
- Hush-a-bye
- Mr. Ed ~ Theme Song for the Show
- Crazy Horses by The Osmonds
- Wild Horses by The Rolling Stones
- Some Horses Are Coming by Robert Vavra
- Runaway Horses by Belinda Carlisle
- Wild Horses by Natasha Bedingfield
- When Horsepower Meant What It Said by Sandi Thom
- Black Horse and the Cherry Tree by KT Tunstall
- Whiskey For My Men Beer For My Horses by Toby Keith & Willie Nelson
- Save A Horse Ride A Cowboy by Big & Rich
- Saddle Up by David Christie
- Two Little Toys by Rolf Harris
- So Tell Me, What Other Songs About Horses Can You Think Of?
- Become Part of a Rescue!
- Other Places You Can Find Sylvestermouse
- Crafting with Sylvestermouse
- Christmas Crafts in the House of Sylvestermouse
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