The Music Industry Loves Water

The ability to reflect on life and enjoy memories from long ago is a hallmark of our species. It has always been this way from the beginning of human time. Music is one of our oldest forms of communication. It resonates with life itself. Like a heartbeat, music provides a rhythm that is uniquely comforting. This is why all cultures going back to our cave dwelling ancestors have used flutes and drums, dances and song to convey stories, emotions, history, religion and so much more.

Evocative of positive and meaningful feelings, music provides a powerful avenue through which we remember past events.

Do you ever listen to a song and find yourself moved so deeply you are almost in tears? Have you ever been to a live performance that turned your worst day into your best? Have you ever heard a song that inspired you? Music has the power to move us and to change us.

Water has had surprising prominence in the musical world. It has served as a tool, as inspiration and even a venue.  

Whether you enjoy “Singing in the Rain”, eating “Cake by the Ocean” or just enjoying the afternoon on a “Pontoon,” water is a great subject for some memorable music. Here are a few that we really like as well a couple links to some great “water inspired” music lists.  Did your favorite make a list?

1.       (Sitin’ On) The Dock of the Bay                                  Otis Redding

2.       Smoke on the Water                                                      Deep  Purple

3.       The River                                                                       Bruce Springsteen

4.       Have you Ever Seen the Rain                                      Creedence Clearwater Revival

5.       When the Levee Breaks                                                Led Zeppelin

Songs About Water

River Songs

Lake Songs

Boating Songs