[2026] Western music cat songs: A roundup of classic tracks about cats

What’s New Pussycat?Tom Jones

“What’s New Pussycat?” – “This is Tom Jones” on DVD

A song written by Burt Bacharach for Peter Sellers’ character in the film “What’s New Pussycat.” There’s an anecdote that when Elvis Presley first heard the song, he thought the vocals were by a Black singer.

Alley CatBENT FABRIC

Alley Cat

A piece by Bent Fabric, a Danish piano player.

It was the theme song for a television program of the same name hosted by Fabric.

At the 1962 Grammy Awards, it won Best Rock & Roll Recording.

The song was also popular as a wedding dance number.

Satellite Moments (Light Up the Sky)Charlie Fink, Luke Treadaway

Charlie Fink, Luke Treadaway – Satellite Moments (Light Up the Sky)

This moving song, born from the soundtrack of the film A Street Cat Named Bob, is a heartwarming collaboration between UK artists Charlie Fink and Luke Treadaway.

Fink is known as the former frontman of the indie folk band Noah and the Whale, while Treadaway is a multi-talented artist who showcases his musical abilities alongside his acting career.

The track is a folk-pop number that gently portrays the fragility of life and the importance of human connection, featuring a warm acoustic guitar sound.

Created as an insert song for the film released in October 2016, it brings to life through music the true story of a homeless street musician and a cat.

It’s a song especially recommended for those at a turning point in life or seeking emotional support.

DrunkEd Sheeran

Ed Sheeran – Drunk [Official Music Video]

This song, released in February 2012 by British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, is a masterpiece that delicately portrays the feeling of trying to drown the pain of heartbreak in alcohol.

Set to the warm tones of an acoustic guitar, it poignantly sings of complex emotions toward a former lover.

Released as the fourth single from his debut album ‘+’, the track reached No.

9 on the UK Singles Chart.

Interestingly, the music video features a humorous scene of getting drunk with a cat, adding a sense of warmth amid the sadness.

It’s a recommended listen for anyone who’s been hurt in love or wants to quietly sort out their feelings on a calm night.

Asleep In The DeepMastodon

Mastodon – Asleep In The Deep [Official Music Video]

An ethereal song depicting a nocturnal world wrapped in the stillness of the deep sea was created by the American progressive metal band Mastodon.

Formed in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1999, they have drawn attention for their distinctive sound that fuses heavy metal with progressive rock.

The track appears on their June 2014 album Once More ‘Round the Sun, a successful release that peaked at No.

6 on the Billboard 200, and it was issued as a single in October 2015.

Its music video—featuring the adventures of a cat sneaking out of the house at night—also garnered buzz and was nominated for Best Metal Video at the 2015 Loudwire Music Awards.

Ev’rybody Wants to Be a CatScatman Crothers

Ev’rybody Wants to Be a Cat

The jazz number that colors the most memorable scene in Disney’s 1970 film The Aristocats is a charming song that celebrates the cats’ free and joyful way of life.

With the lively vocals of Scat Cat performed by America’s multitalented entertainer Scatman Crothers, it brilliantly captures the cats’ cheerful, unrestrained worldview.

Louis Armstrong was originally slated for the role, but plans changed due to health reasons.

With a fun melody that incorporates elements of swing jazz, the performance scene in a Paris attic became one of the film’s most iconic moments.

It’s a classic that’s perfect for a laid-back day off or for anyone who wants to revel in the upbeat rhythms of jazz.

Cat ClawThe Kills

The Kills- Cat Claw

With its evocative title, “Cat Claw,” this track brims with dangerous allure from the American–British rock duo The Kills.

Alison Mosshart’s sultry vocals and Jamie Hince’s raw guitar weave a garage rock sound that seems to capture in music the cat’s mysterious, elusive essence.

After their 2002 debut Black Rooster EP, the song was included on their 2003 first album Keep on Your Mean Side.

It was also featured in the TV drama Criminal Minds, drawing attention for its striking sound.

Minimal yet powerfully impactful, this track is perfect for those seeking a jolt in their daily lives or who love an underground rock aesthetic.