20 Songs About Laughter

Do you ever just sit back and listen to music and feel good? Well, laughter is the best medicine, so it only makes sense that there are songs about laughter too! This blog post will explore some of the best songs about laughter.

These tunes will have you feeling happy and uplifted in no time! Let’s get started.

1. “Laughing” by The Guess Who 

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Starting off our list is a classic hit from The Guess Who. This tune is all about a man being left behind by the woman he loved and he tries to mask the pain with laughter. It was released in 1969 under their album “Canned Wheat”.

2. “Laughter Turns To Tears” by The Hollies 

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This next song is by The Hollies and it’s called “Laughter Turns To Tears”. It’s a bit of a sadder tune, this one is about a relationship that turns sour and the person is left trying to figure out what went wrong. It was released in 2003 and can be streamed on Youtube and Deezer.

3. “Scattered Laughter” by The Mask Man 

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“Scattered Laughter” by The Mask Man is a more recent tune, it was released in 2020. This song is about a person who is trying to find out if the person he loves, loves him back. The Mask Man is a reggae/folk singer that is yet to be discovered but has a lot of potentials!

4. “I Only Wanna Laugh” by Dusty Springfield 

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“I Only Wanna Laugh” by Dusty Springfield is a fun and upbeat tune that is perfect for when you’re feeling down. It’s about a person who just wants to be happy and laughter is the best way to achieve that. This song was released in 1968 and can be found on her album “Dusty… Definitely”.

5. “Laughter (Just Like A Medicine)” by BeBe Winans 

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Next, we have “Laughter (Just Like A Medicine)” by BeBe Winans. This is about the power of laughter and how it can heal the soul. It was released in 2019 and can be found on his album “Need You”. This song also features the artist K.S.

6. “It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry” by Bob Dylan 

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Next on the list is a Bob Dylan classic, “It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry”. This song is about the ups and downs of life and how laughter can help get you through the tough times.

It was released in 1965 on his album “Highway 61 Revisited”. It is one of his most popular songs garnering almost half a million views since.

7. “I Hear the Laughter” by Leo Sayer 

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“I Hear the Laughter” by Leo Sayer is a feel-good tune that is perfect for when you need a pick-me-up. It’s about being surrounded by happiness and laughter, even when life gets tough. This song was released in 1976 under his album “Endless Fight”.

8. “Go Ahead and Laugh” by Martha and the Vandellas 

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“Go Ahead and Laugh” by Martha and the Vandellas is a song calling out the person who hurt her for laughing at her while she’s in pain. This song was released in 1966 on their album “Watchout!”. You can still stream the song on major music platforms like Spotify, Youtube, and Apple Music.

9. “Laughter in the Rain” by Ray Conniff 

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“Laughter in the Rain” by Ray Conniff is a beautiful tune that is perfect for a rainy day. It’s about two lovers who find happiness in each other, even during the storm. This soft rock was released in 1975 and can be found on his album of the same title.

10. “Laughter Lines” by Bastille 

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Bastille is a British indie rock band that has been around since 2012. “Laughter Lines” is a song off of their album “All This Bad Blood” which was released in 2012. This tune is about a guy hoping to meet someone special in the future and see her laughter lines that he adores.

11. “The Sound of Laughter” by Johnny Cash 

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“The Sound of Laughter” by Johnny Cash is a song about how the woman she used to love made fun of him. It was released in 1979 on his album “Tall Man”. It’s a pretty emotional song, but Cash’s voice makes it worth a listen.

12. “Hurricane Laughter” by Fontaines D.C. 

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Fontaines D.C. is an Irish punk rock band that formed in 2017. “Hurricane Laughter” is a song off of their album “Dogrel” which was released in 2019. This punk song is far from laughter-inducing, but it’s a great song nonetheless.

13. “Laughter” by Marshall Crenshaw 

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Next, we have “Laughter” by Marshall Crenshaw. This song is about a guy who misses a friend who was always there through laughter and tears. It was released in 1996 on his album “Miracle of Science”. You can still find it on streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.

14. “Laughter” by Josh Rouse 

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“Laughter” by Josh Rouse is a song about a guy who is willing to wait for his time positively. It was released in 2000 on his album “Home”. It now has almost 50k Youtube views and can also be streamed on Spotify.

15. “Bathroom Laughter” by Pissed Jeans 

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“Bathroom Laughter” by Pissed Jeans is about being happy but realizing that you’re sad at the end of the day. It was released in 2013 on their album “Honeys”. This song is relevant and relatable, making it one of their most popular tunes.

16. “Fall in Laughter” by Maris Polanco 

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Maris Polanco is a Dominican singer-songwriter who has been around since 2020. “Fall in Laughter” is a song off of her debut album ” A Hundred Ways” which was released in 2020. This tune is about falling in love and being happy despite the obstacles.

17. “Hear My Laughter” by Rachael Cantu 

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Rachael Cantu is an American singer-songwriter. “Hear My Laughter” is a song off of her album “Run All Night” which was released in 2006.

This song is about being positive and laughing despite the negative things happening in life. She uploaded the ab acoustic version on Youtube and it’s worth listening to if you’re going through a tough phase.

18. “Life, Love & Laughter” by Donavon Frankenreiter 

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“Life, Love & Laughter” by Donavon Frankenreiter is about living life to the fullest and enjoying every moment. It was released in 2008 on his album “Pass it Around”. You can find it on Spotify and other streaming platforms.

19. “Love Like Laughter” by Beth Orton 

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Beth Orton is an English singer-songwriter who has been around since 2004. “Love Like Laughter” is a song off of her album “Pass It Around” which was released in 2008. This song is about being in love and feeling the joy and happiness that comes with it.

20. “Canned Laughter” by Graham Parker 

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Last but not least, we have “Canned Laughter” by Graham Parker. This song is about how we disguise our emotions for the benefit of others. It was released in 1985 and you can find it on Spotify and other streaming platforms.

Final Thoughts

Laughter is the best medicine, they say. And while that may be true, sometimes we need a little reminder to laugh. That’s where these songs come in. Whether you’re feeling down or just need a pick-me-up, give one of these tunes a listen. Who knows, you might even find yourself relating to some of them.