20 Songs About Beards

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There’s something about a beard that just screams manliness. Whether it’s a full, bushy beard or a neatly trimmed goatee, beards have been associated with masculinity for centuries. And what better way to celebrate the facial hair of the men in our lives than with some good music?

Here are 20 songs about beards that are sure to get you thinking (and maybe even laughing) about the facial hair of the men in your life. They cover a wide range of topics, from the difficulties of growing a beard to the joys of shaving it all off. Either way, these songs are sure to give you a new perspective on this timeless male fashion trend.

1. “Obey the Beard” by Psychostick

The first song on the list is a tongue-in-cheek ode to the power of the beard. Psychostick’s “Obey the Beard” is a hilarious take on the way beards can take over a man’s life.

If you’re looking for a song praising the awesomeness of beards, this is worth a listen. You can find it on their IV: Revenge of the Vengeance album.

2. “Santa’s Beard” by They Might Be Giants

“Santa’s Beard” is a fun, festive tune about seeing your wife kiss a man dressed like Santa. You can’t help but imagine the scene when you listen to this song.

The facial hair definitely adds to the Santa Claus disguise. You can find it on their Lincoln album which was released in 1988. You can stream this on all music platforms out there.

3. “Mustache Man (Wasted)” by Cake

The next song is Cake’s “Mustache Man (Wasted)”. This is a great song for anyone who’s ever had an unfortunate encounter with a mustache.

It’s a catchy tune with a great message about not judging a book by its cover. You can find it on their Showroom of Compassion album which was released in 2011.

4. “Pencil Thin Mustache” by Jimmy Buffett

Jimmy Buffet’s “Pencil Thin Mustache” is a nostalgic ode to the thin, mustache trend of the 1970s. It’s a fun, upbeat song that will make you want to grow a thin mustache and solve mysteries.

It now has over 300k views on Youtube and can still be streamed on major music platforms out there today.

5. “Beard Lust” by Brite Futures

Next on the list is “Beard Lust” by Brite Futures. This song is a little bit more lighthearted and fun, poking a bit of fun at our obsession with facial hair.

But despite the teasing tone, the sentiment is still very clear – beards are awesome, and we can’t get enough of them! It was released in 2008 as part of their Glistening Pleasure album.

6. “Growin’ a Beard” by Ben Vaughn

Ben Vaughn’s “Growin’ a Beard” is a bit of a different take on the theme. Instead of celebrating beards, this song is more about the process of growing one.

It’s a fun track about how growing a beard is the only thing you want to do with your life right now. It was released in 1990 for the Dressed in Black album.

7. “Burning Beard” by Clutch

The next song on the list is “Burning Beard” by Clutch. This song is a bit more aggressive and heavy than the others on the list.

There are a few discussions about the meaning of the lyrics, but one interpretation is that it’s about how religion is one of the many reasons why America is divided. It was released in 2005 and can be streamed on all music platforms.

8. “Must Be Santa” by Bob Dylan

Bob Dylan’s “Must Be Santa” is a bit of a Christmas song, but it’s also about beards. The lyrics are about how Santa must have a beard because he’s never been seen without one.

It was released in 2009 as part of the Christmas in the Heart album. It now has over 7 million views on Youtube. This was also covered by various artists over the years.

9. “The Beard Song” by The Bandettes

Next on the list is “The Beard Song” by The Bandettes. This song is about a guitarist performer in a bar. If you know someone whose beard is the first thing you see, this will resonate with him. This track now has over 100k YouTube views.

10. “Red Cadillac and a Black Moustache” by Warren Smith

Warren Smith’s “Red Cadillac and a Black Moustache” is next on our list of songs about beards. This rockabilly song was released in 1960 and was covered by many artists over the years.

The most popular version is probably Bob Dylan’s recording. This song is about a man who is looking for his woman who left him for another man. You can find it on his album, Memorial Album.

11. “This Beard is for Siobhan” by Devendra Banhart

The next song on our list is “This Beard is for Siobhan” by Devendra Barnhart. This song is about the golden age and how beards were seen as a sign of power.

This song was released in 2004 as part of her Rejoicing in the Hands album. It can be streamed on all music platforms too.

12. “Razor Face” by Elton John

“Razor Face” by Elton John is next up on our list of songs about beards. This song is from his 1971 album, Madman Across the Water.

A lot of people interpret this song as about being homosexual. However, it could also be seen as a song about shaving and how people can change their appearance. You can listen to the song and decide for yourself.

13. “Mustache In Your Face” by Pretty

Next on the list is this hilarious song by Pretty. It’s all about how beards can sometimes get in the way, but that’s just part of their charm!

It was released in 2012 as part of the album of the same title. It now has over 50k views on Youtube so be sure to check it out.

14. “Big Bushy Mustache” by Jake Shears

Jake Shear’s ode to the big, bushy mustache is next on our list. This one is a bit more serious than the previous song, but it’s still a great listen.

It was released in 2018 as part of his self-titled album which can be streamed on all music platforms out there.

15. “Something for the Weekend” by Super Furry Animals

“Something for the Weekend” is a song by Super Furry Animals that’s all about, you guessed it, beards! It was released in 2001 as part of their album  Fuzzy Logic.

It’s a great listen for anyone who’s looking for some weekend beard inspiration. It peaked at number 18 on the UK Singles Chart and is definitely a must-hear.

16. “The Hair On My Chinny Chin Chin” by Sam The Sham

Next on the list is “The Hair On My Chinny Chin Chin” by Sam The Sham. It’s a fun ode to facial hair, and it’s sure to make anyone with a beard chuckle.

It was released in 1993 and you can find it on their The Complete Wooly Bully Years album. This now has over 80k views on Youtube and can be streamed on all music platforms out there.

17. “Have Fun” by The Beautiful South

“Have Fun” by The Beautiful South is another fun song about beards. It was released in 1996 as part of their Blue Is the Colour album. You can find it on all major streaming platforms and it has over 45k views on YouTube.

18. “The Man With The Weird Beard” by Arthur Godfrey

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The next song on the list is “The Man With The Weird Beard” by Arthur Godfrey. It’s a funny song that pokes fun at a man with a beard that is considered to be weird.

Arthur Godfrey is an entertainer, so it’s no surprise that he would write a song like this. He was even given the nickname, The Old Redhead.

19. “Bob Dylan’s 49th Beard” by Wilco

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Wilco’s “Bob Dylan’s 49th Beard” is a song that pays tribute to the iconic singer and songwriter, Bob Dylan. It was released in 2001 as part of their Yankee Hotel Foxtrot album.

You can find it on all major streaming platforms and it has over 35k views on Youtube and is also considered as one of their most popular tracks.

20. “Hat and Beard” by Eric Dolphy

Finishing off the list is “Hat and Beard” by Eric Dolphy. It’s a jazz song that was released in 1964 as part of his Out to Lunch album.

According to him, it’s a tribute to Thelonious Monk for being such an innovative musician. This can still be streamed on all music platforms today.

Final Thoughts

These are just some of the songs about beards that you can listen to. If you know someone with a beard, make sure to share this list with them so they can enjoy it too.

And if you have a beard yourself, why not rock out to these songs while you’re grooming it? Either way, we hope you enjoyed this list. Thanks for reading!

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