We often think of meat as being a key ingredient in many of our favorite dishes. But what about the songs that are written about meat? There are quite a few of them, and they span genres including country, rock, pop, and even metal.
The songs on this list are all about meat. Some of them are lighthearted and fun, while others are more serious. If you’re a fan of meat, or just curious about what songs have been written about it, then check out this list.
Contents
- 1. “Another Piece of Meat” by Scorpions
- 2. “Meat is Murder” by The Smiths
- 3. “Cheeseburger in Paradise” by Jimmy Buffett
- 4. “Boot Meat” by Soulja Boy
- 5. “SPAM” by Weird Al
- 6. “Meat and Potatoes Man” by Alan Jackson
- 7. “Bear Meat” by Prodigy and The Alchemist
- 8. “It’s All Meat” by Eric Burdon & The Animals
- 9. “Shake Hands With Beef” by Primus
- 10. “Fried Chicken” by Zac Brown Band
- 11. “Meat Man” by Jerry Lee Lewis
- 12. “Burgers and Fries” by Charley Pride
- 13. “Fried Chicken” by Nas (featuring Busta Rhymes)
- 14. “Meat Song” by VEES
- 15. “My Bacon Roll” by Mark Knopfler
- 16. “Pork and Beans” by Weezer
- 17. “Bacon” by Nick Jonas ft. Ty Dolla $ign
- 18. “Easy Meat” by Frank Zappa
- 19. “Ham ‘n’ Eggs” by A Tribe Called Quest
- 20. “One Meat Ball” by The Andrews Sisters
- Final Thoughts
1. “Another Piece of Meat” by Scorpions
First on the list is “Another Piece of Meat” by the Scorpions. This song is from the album Scorpions Live and it was released in 1978.
The song is about a man who is looking for another woman to add to his collection. This now has over 150k views on Youtube so go check it out.
2. “Meat is Murder” by The Smiths
The next song is “Meat is Murder” by The Smiths. This song was written in response to the Manchester-based band’s disgust at the treatment of animals in the meat industry.
The song’s title and lyrics make it clear that the band is advocating for a vegetarian lifestyle. It was released in 1985 for the album of the same title.
3. “Cheeseburger in Paradise” by Jimmy Buffett
Jimmy Buffett’s “Cheeseburger in Paradise” is an ode to the simple pleasure of eating a cheeseburger. The song was released in 1978 and became one of Buffet’s signature hits.
It now has over 4 million views on Youtube and can be streamed on all music platforms out there. You can find it on his Son of a Son of a Sailor album.
4. “Boot Meat” by Soulja Boy
Next on the list is “Boot Meat” by Soulja Boy. The song is a play on the phrase “booty meat” and is about, you guessed it, girls with big butts.
It was released in 2007 and can be found on the album Souljaboytellem.com. This now has over 1.8 million views on Youtube and can also be streamed on all music platforms out there.
5. “SPAM” by Weird Al
Everybody loves Weird Al and his parodies of popular songs. One of his most famous ones is “SPAM”, a parody of the Monty Python sketch of the same name.
The song is about, you guessed it, SPAM. It was released in 1989 on the album UHF – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack and Other Stuff.
6. “Meat and Potatoes Man” by Alan Jackson
“Meat and Potatoes Man” is a song about a simple man who likes the simple things in life, like gardening meat and potatoes.
The song was released in 2000 and can be found on Alan Jackson’s album When Somebody Loves You. This now has over 100k views on Youtube and can be streamed on all music platforms out there.
7. “Bear Meat” by Prodigy and The Alchemist
Next on the list is “Bear Meat” by Prodigy and The Alchemist. The song is about a rapper’s life and how he’s been grinding since he was a young kid.
It was released in 2013 on Prodigy’s album Albert Einstein. You can also listen to it on major music platforms.
8. “It’s All Meat” by Eric Burdon & The Animals
“It’s All Meat” is a song written by Eric Burdon in 1967. The song is about the shallowness of the music industry and how it’s all about money.
It was released as a single in 1967 and can be found on the album Winds Of Change (Mono Version). It now has over 28k views on Youtube so go check it out.
9. “Shake Hands With Beef” by Primus
The next song is “Shake Hands With Beef” by Primus. The song is about how the persona loves meat so much that he wants to shake hands with beef.
It was released in 1997 on the album, Brown Album. You can stream this song on al music platforms out there.
10. “Fried Chicken” by Zac Brown Band
Next on the list is Zac Brown Band and their ode to fried chicken. This fun and upbeat song will have your mouth watering in no time.
The lyrics are all about how good fried chicken is, and how it’s best paired with beer on weekends. If you’re a fan of fried chicken, you’ll find yourself singing along to this one in no time.
11. “Meat Man” by Jerry Lee Lewis
“Meat Man” by Jerry Lee Lewis is a classic song about, you guessed it, meat. This one is a bit more lighthearted than some of the other songs on this list, but it’s still a great tune about everyone’s favorite food group.
The lyrics are all about how much Jerry loves his meat, and how he can’t get enough of it. You can find it on his Southern Roots album.
12. “Burgers and Fries” by Charley Pride
The next song is “Burgers and Fries” by Charley Pride. This country song is all about how much the singer loves to eat burgers and fries.
The lyrics are simple, but they’re sure to make your mouth water. If you’re a fan of fast food, this is the perfect song for you. You can find it on the album of the same title.
13. “Fried Chicken” by Nas (featuring Busta Rhymes)
Another song about fried chicken is “Fried Chicken” by Nas (featuring Busta Rhymes). This hip hop song is all about how his favorite parts of fried chicken are also his favorite parts of a woman, legs, breasts, and thigh.
The lyrics are suggestive, but they’re also sure to make you crave some fried chicken. If you’re a fan of Nas, or if you just love fried chicken, you’ll want to check out this song.
14. “Meat Song” by VEES
VEES’s “Meat Song” is a haunting song about cannibalism. The lyrics are all about how the singer loves the taste of human flesh, and how they can’t get enough of it.
This song is sure to send chills down your spine, but it’s also a great listen if you’re a fan of horror music. You can find it on the album No Way Back.
15. “My Bacon Roll” by Mark Knopfler
This next song is a bit different than the others on this list, as it’s not about meat itself, but rather a specific dish that contains meat.
“My Bacon Roll” by Mark Knopfler is a song about, you guessed it, a bacon roll. The lyrics are all about how much the singer loves this sandwich. You can find it on his Down the Road Wherever album.
16. “Pork and Beans” by Weezer
Weezer’s “Pork and Beans” is a fun, upbeat song about, well, pork and beans. The lyrics are mostly nonsensical, but that doesn’t stop them from being catchy.
The song became a hit, thanks in part to its clever music video. It now has over 29 million views on Youtube and can be streamed on all music platforms out there.
17. “Bacon” by Nick Jonas ft. Ty Dolla $ign
Another song about bacon is Nick Jonas’ “Bacon”. This one is a bit more R&B than “Pork and Beans”, but it’s still a bop.
The lyrics are about how good bacon tastes and how there’s nothing better than waking up to the smell of bacon cooking. It also features Ty Dolla $ign and can be found on his Last Year Was Complicated album.
18. “Easy Meat” by Frank Zappa
Next on the list is Frank Zappa’s “Easy Meat”. This song is from his 1981 album Tinsel Town Rebellion. The lyrics are about meeting girls on the streets that offer pleasure.
It’s a suggestive song, but it’s also a song you could dance along to. This now has over 26k views on Youtube and can easily be streamed on all music platforms out there.
19. “Ham ‘n’ Eggs” by A Tribe Called Quest
“Ham ‘n’ Eggs” by A Tribe Called Quest is a song about not how it tastes good, but how unhealthy it is. We all can disagree with the message, but it’s a great song nonetheless.
The song is from their 1990 album People’s Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm. It can be streamed on all music platforms and has over 120k views on Youtube.
20. “One Meat Ball” by The Andrews Sisters
Finishing off the list is “One Meat Ball” by The Andrews Sisters. This song is a bit different from the rest as it’s a cover of an old folk song.
The original dates back to the 19th century and was about a poor man who only had one meatball. The Andrews Sisters’ version became popular in the 1940s and can still be heard today.
Final Thoughts
Songs about meat are usually about how good they taste or how unhealthy they are. Some are covers of old folk songs, while others are more contemporary. Regardless, they’re all catchy and worth a listen.
So next time you’re in the mood for some music, be sure to check out these songs about meat. You might just find your new favorite song. Thanks for reading!