25 Best Songs About Horses

Have you been looking for a good playlist to listen to while horseback riding or for when you’re away from the barn? Well, we are sharing the best horse songs that equestrians can jam out to.

From pop to country and everything in between, there are many great songs that feature horses. Even some of the most popular artists have written songs about our beloved equines.

These songs are about or include horses within the lyrics. No matter what your taste is in music, you will enjoy some of these catchy horse-themed songs.

Here are the best songs about horses:

1. High Horse (Kacey Musgraves)

Kacey Musgraves has taken the country music world by storm with her many top hits. In her song, “High Horse” she references horses many times in the lyrics including “so why don’t you giddy up, giddy up and ride straight out of this town you and your high horse”.

Country fan or not, you will likely enjoy this upbeat song about an arrogant person who needs to get off their high horse.

2. Old Town Road (Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus)

If you’re a fan of recent top hits, you will enjoy listening to “Old Town Road.” It’s a combination of hip-hop and rap, with a touch of country.

The song skyrocketed to the billboards in 2019, with the catchy tune being played all over. Horses are mentioned multiple times during the song, including the opening lyrics: “Yeah, I’m gonna take my horse to the old town road I’m gonna ride ’til I can’t no more”.

In the music video, horses are featured several times, with a strong cowboy theme throughout.

3. White Horse (Taylor Swift)

As one of the most-loved contemporary artists of our time, Taylor Swift has released many top hits. “White Horse” was one of Swift’s first hits and is still a favorite among many fans. It’s all about the fairytale feeling of falling in love, only to realize it won’t happen.

As the lyrics say: “I was a dreamer before you went and let me down, Now it’s too late for you and your white horse”.

4. A Horse With No Name (America)

The 1971 hit classic “A Horse With No Name” was the band America’s first and most successful song. The folk rock melody has been covered by various artists throughout the years.

Perhaps the most famous lyrics from the song are: “I’ve been through the desert, On a horse with no name It felt good to be out of the rain In the desert, you can remember your name, ‘Cause there ain’t no one for to give you no pain”.

5. Chasin’ Wild Horses (Bruce Springsteen)

As one of the most beloved American artists of our time, Bruce Springsteen has found much success in the world of music. In 2019, he released a documentary/concert film Bruce Springsteen: Western Stars that features the fan-favorite song “Chasin’ Wild Horses.”

The song is an ode to America’s wild horses and a metaphor for our dreams that get swept away as we go throughout the day-to-day life. As the lyrics go: “It’s all just storms blowin’ through, You come rollin’ ‘cross my mind, Your hair flashin’ in the blue, Like wild horses, just like wild horses”.

Springsteen has ties to horses himself, as his daughter, Jessica is a highly competitive showjumper that has won many top honors.

6. Ride Me Back Home (Willie Nelson)

Horses are an important part of Willie Nelson’s life, as he has even dedicated lots of his time to saving horses from slaughter. In fact, his song “Ride Me Back Home” was inspired by the horses he has rescued.

Horses are featured several times during the heartwarming music video. It is clear throughout the lyrics that the award-winning artist is passionate about horses. This is a great song to listen to remind you just how special our equine friends are.

7. Dark Horse (Katy Perry ft. Juicy J)

For all the pop lovers out there, “Dark Horse” by Katy Perry is a great song to jam out to. The 2013 hit song topped the charts as it rose to popularity.

The catchy lyrics, So you wanna play with magic, Boy, you should know what you’re fallin’ for, Baby, do you dare to do this, ‘Cause I’m coming atcha like a dark horse, are easy to sing along to. As the title and lyrics go, a ‘dark horse’ refers to an unexpected person coming through for the win.

8. Wild Horses (Natasha Bedingfield)

Natasha Bedingfield was one of the top artists in the early 2000s. Her fan favorite song “Wild Horses” was featured in the 2006 beloved horse film Flicka.

The tune has moving lyrics, such as Oooh, wild horses I want to be like you, Throwing caution to the wind, I’ll run free too, Wish I could recklessly love like I’m longing to, I want to run with the wild horses.

9. Black Horse and the Cherry Tree (KT Tunstall)

A popular hit in the early 2000s, “Black Horse and the Cherry Tree” is still adored by equestrians today. The catchy pop tune is great to jam out to, whether you’re in the car or at the barn.

The lyrics talk about a big black horse and a cherry tree, which leads us equestrians to believe Tunstall may very well be referring to a gorgeous Friesian.

10. Dark Horses (Switchfoot)

If you’re looking for a motivational song to rock out to, look no further than “Dark Horses.” The inspiring lyrics We’ve been down, but we’ve never been out, Yeah, we are the dark horses are great to listen to if you ever need some encouragement.

11. Live Like Horses (Elton John & Luciano Pavorotti)

The legendary Elton John comes together with Luciano Pavorotti to sing the uplifting song “Live Like Horses.” The beautiful lyrics Someday we’ll live like horses, Free rein from your old iron fences are inspiring and touching.

12. All The Pretty Little Horses (Becky Jean Williams)

A modern take on a classic lullaby, “All The Pretty Little Horses” is a beautiful, soothing song.

As the lyrics go, blacks and bays, dapples and greys, the song is indeed all about all the pretty little horses. It’s a lovely lullaby that will touch the heart of any horse lover.

13. Runaway Horses (Belinda Carlisle)

As a star of the 80s and 90s, Belinda Calisle’s song “Runaway Horses” embodies her fun and unique style about being free. The song was released with the album that shares the same name.

The moving melody includes the lyrics: Woah runaway horses, Woah take us through the night, You and I on runaway horses about being free.

14. Cowgirls Don’t Cry (Brooks & Dunn -ft. Reba McEntire)

If you are a lover of country music, then this is just the song for you. “Cowgirls Don’t Cry” is about getting back up after life has knocked you down.

The lyrics, She climbed high in that saddle, Fell I don’t know how many times, Taught her a lesson that she learned, are relatable for any horse rider. During the music video, a father can be seen teaching his daughter how to ride and how to deal with the hardships of life.

15. Only The Horses (Scissor Sisters)

If you’re into alternative music, “Only The Horses” would make a great addition to your playlist. It’s a fun, upbeat song that includes beautiful footage of a quartet of running horses in the music video. This carefree, uplifting song has a great beat that you can jam out to while riding.

16. Tennessee Stud (Johnny Cash)

Johnny Cash’s signature voice is unmistakable in his song “Tennessee Stud.” The song is about a man traveling to see his sweetheart and the challenges he faces along the way.

Throughout his journey, he rides a horse that the lyrics describe as” The color of the sun and his eyes were green, He had the nerve and he had the blood, There never was a horse like the Tennessee Stud.”

17. No Reins (Rascal Flatts)

“No Reins” is a relaxing and motivational song that’s perfect to listen to while hanging out at the barn. Country fan or not, this ballad about freedom is moving and uplifting.

The lyrics, “Like a painted wild mustang, Flyin’ out across the open range, Finally get to live her life that way, No fear, no fences, nobody-no reins”, remind us of the beauty that is found in wild horses.

18. Wild Horses (The Rolling Stones)

There is no denying the quality of music The Rolling Stones has produced over the years. One of their lesser-known songs, “Wild Horses” embodies how precious freedom is with such lyrics: “Wild, wild horses, We’ll ride them someday”.

If you’re a fan of old school music, you will enjoy the soothing beat of this classic rock tune.

19. Rodeo Road (Holly Williams)

Rodeo Road is probably the most popular soundtrack from the horse film Flicka. The song is about growing up with horses and the special bond riders have with their horses.

Some example lyrics are as follows: “From a stick horse to a quarter horse, The saddle has been my home, I’ve always walked in leather boots, I’ve always rode alone”.

20. Cowgirls Don’t Cry (Brooks & Dunn)

Cowgirls Don’t Cry is an emotional song about a female character who refuses to let the hardships of life break her and make her cry. The song starts off with the character as a young girl falling off her horse, but not giving.

This horse song progresses through her life and with other hardships she faces such as her husband cheating and father dying. Even after all this, she remains strong and carries on.

21. Old Paint (Chris LeDoux)

In the song “Old Paint,” LeDoux sings about the special bond between a cowboy and his horse. He sings about how he can rely on his horse to get him home safely.

Example lyrics: “Ridin’ back from town tonight, I don’t need the trail moonlight, This old horse knows his way home”.

22. Everything that Glitters is Not Gold (Dan Seals)

Sung by Dan Seals, “Everything that Glitters is Not Gold” is a country sound is about a rodeo cowboy who is in love with a rodeo cowgirl. He thinks about her all the time, but in the end, she doesn’t fall for him.

23. Girls & Horses (Templeton Thompson)

Templeton Thompson’s song is about the strong connection between girls and horses. She sings about how horses are always there for us in our lowest moments and how many of us would be lost without them.

Example lyrics: “Sometimes I wanna give up; Throw up my hands and say; Enough’s enough; That’s when I go and saddle up”.

24. Wildfire (Michael Martin Murphey)

A classic blend of rock, pop, and country, this beautiful horse song is based on a dream Michael about escaping hard times and modern on the back of a horse.

25. She Could Run (Lacy J. Dalton)

“She Could Run” is a song about a free-spirited racehorse who had the fire in her heart. A beautiful horse song with clever lyrics and a great story!