The 25 Best Songs About Light Of All Time - Music Grotto (2023)

Light is always a positive when it comes to music and there are many songs with light in the title. Every genre has at least one great song about light. That doesn't necessarily mean any music is sacred, but it certainly can have those connations associated with it.

Here are 25 of the best songs about light ever recorded:

1. "As Long As I Can See the Light" - Creedence Clearwater Revival

Creedence Clearwater Revival is a band that has written many songs about trials and the bad side of life.The Vietnam War in the 1960s and 1970s. Light refers to a guide in life's journeys. Many can relate to the war while others are trying to find that light at the end of the tunnel. Nobody has written or sung better than singer John Foregrity.

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2. “Blind Lighter” – The Weeknd

We all need someone to love and love us, otherwise our brainit literally doesn't work properly anymore. Being with someone you love dearly can literally light up your world and the world around you. This song is rumored to be about Bella Hadid and thecomplicated relationship The Weeknd shares with her.

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3. "Light My Fire" - The Gates

Doors are includedThe most famous bands of the 60sand that song made her a household name. The light in this case is a woman that Jim Morrison sings to. He asks you to ignite his soul with your love. It's a classic rock song that has stood the test of time.

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4. "The Light" - Common

Common is a very popular rapper who has won multiple Grammy Awards. The light of this song is a woman he loves. He talks about how she brightens his day and makes him happy. It's a really sweet rap that's not that common these days.

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5. „Here Comes the Sun“ – Die Beatles

The Beatles belong to the Yes-Nothe most popular bands of all time. Written by George Harrison, this song is about how the sun brings happiness and light after a long winter.

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6. „Iluminalos“ – Fall Out Boy

Fall Out Boy is a very popular band that has been around for many years. This song is about being yourself and not caring about what others think. The light in this case is to be your true self, a great message for all.

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7. "Lights Out" - Bob Marley Ft. Lauryn Hill

Bob Marley is one of the greatest reggae artists of all time. Lauryn Hill is a very popular singer who was part of the group The Fugees. This song is a love song about wanting to spend time with that special someone. The lights usually go out when you want to be intimate with someone.

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8. "Esta meu luz" - Various artists

You've probably heard this song once or twice over the years (countless artists have covered this song). This song is a gospel song about believing in God and letting His light shine for all to see.

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9. "Sun" - two-door film club

Two Doors Cinema Clubis an indie rock band from Ireland. This song is about how sunshine is good, but it can also be dangerous. It's a metaphor for how love can be both good and bad for you.

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10. "Shine" - Collective Soul

Collective Soul is a very popular Christian rock band in the 90's. This song is about how we hope the light of heaven can wash away hell. It's a way of looking into the light so we can see everything as it really is.

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11. „The Light“ – Ein Folha-do-Album

das Albumblattis an indie rock band from San Diego. This song is about how hard life can be, but there's always light at the end of the tunnel.

12. "Lights" - Journey

Journey is a classic rock band that is still popular today. This song is about how love can be a guiding star in your life.

13. „Ultraviolett (Light My Way)“ – U2

U2 is one of the most popular bands of all time (and one of the oldest bands). This song is about how God can be a light in your life when things are dark.

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14. "Bring the Light" - Perlenauge

Beady Eye is a lesser known band on this list, howeverHis discography is excellent. This song seems to take us back to the 50's within the first few seconds, making it a unique addition to this list.

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15. "Hit the Lights" - Metallica

This song comes from the first album "Kill 'em All" and is one of the most successful songs. It's the first song ever written by Metallica and was the first song to open their concerts in many years, and the title says it all: It's time for "Hit the Lights!"

16. "I saw the light" - Hank Williams

This is an old Southern Gospel song that has been covered by many artists. Hank Williams made one of the best cover songs in our opinion. The Death of Hank William and theimmersive story around youto make this song feel more appropriate for his character in a way.

17. "The Light Behind Your Eyes" - My Chemical Romance

My Chemical Romance was one of themvery popular bands in the 2000s. This song is about how we all have something special inside us and we should never let anyone turn off that light.

18. "Light Years" - Pearl Jam

Pearl Jam is a very popular band that has been around for many decades. This song is about how short life is and we should try to make the best of it.

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19. "One More Light" - Linkin Park

Linkin Park is a standout band that spearheaded the music scene in the 2000s. This song is about how we all have something special inside us and we should never let anyone turn off that light. if you think about itChester Bennington, the song becomes more impactful and brings us closer to its lyrics.

20. "Lights On" - David Cook

Vencedor plays American Idol David Cookreleased this song (one of their most successful singles) in the late 2000s. We all miss someone when we leave (or see them leave), but the feeling of missing someone can be "illuminated" by leaving the light on.

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21. „Parpadeo“ – Niall Horan

Niall Horan is a member of the popular boy band One Direction. This song is about how love can be a flickering light in your life.

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22. „Lucas“ – Ellie Goulding

Ellie Goulding is a very popular singer from England. This song is about how love can be a bright spot in your life when things are darker than usual.

23. "Light Up the Sky" - Van Halen

Who doesn't love a little old-school Van Halen? This late 70's song will take you back in time and leave you devastated.

24. "The night the lights went out in Georgia" — Reba McIntyre

This song is a story about how a brother is accused, convicted and sentenced to deatha murder your sister committed. Lights relate to darkness when they are off.

25. „Hafenlicht“ – Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley was the king of rock 'n' roll. This song is about how love can be a bright spot in your life when things are dark.