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A special feature on Western music themed around dogs! World classics and popular songs

Dogs are loved by many as friendly, loyal, and adorable companions.

Do you have a dog?

Perhaps you, too, are captivated by their cute gestures and unconditional love.

There are plenty of musicians who have fallen for the charm of dogs and poured those feelings into their music.

In popular Western music around the world, there are many songs that sing about memories with dogs and the special bonds we share with them.

Since these aren’t Japanese songs, translating the lyrics and imagining their meaning can bring an even deeper emotional experience.

In this article, we introduce heartwarming songs themed around dogs.

We’ve carefully selected masterpieces we hope dog lovers and music fans alike will listen to!

A special feature on Western music themed around dogs! World-famous and popular songs (31–40)

Walking the DogRUFUS THOMAS

RUFUS THOMAS – Walking the Dog (1965)
Walking the DogRUFUS THOMAS

Rufus Thomas is a soul singer from Mississippi.

He is also the father of Carla Thomas and found success as an R&B singer.

This song has been covered by many artists, including The Who, Aerosmith, and The Rolling Stones.

All That I’ve GotThe Used

The Used – All That I’ve Got (Video)
All That I've GotThe Used

A song written by lead singer Bert McCracken about his beloved dog, “David Bowie,” who was hit by a car and killed.

It was born from a profound experience of facing his first encounter with death.

The track was released as a single in 2004 from the album In Love and Death.

Dog eat DogAdam&the Ants

Adam & The Ants – Dog Eat Dog (Live in Manchester)
Dog eat DogAdam&the Ants

“Dog Eat Dog” is slang that describes indiscriminate acquisitions and competition.

This song is about bands competing with each other.

It was released on the CBS label on October 3, 1980, and became a hit that reached the UK Top 20.

In conclusion

It’s packed with warm songs that convey love and bonds with dogs, including many old classics and hidden gems known to true aficionados.

Songs that are loved across generations carry universal messages, and each one resonates deeply.

Dog lovers and those looking to discover new music are sure to enjoy it.