Most people love them; some hate them. There’s no arguing that cats are simply adorable with their cute loaf-like bodies, quirky attitudes, and endless shenanigans.
Like dogs, cats are amazing companions to humans and bring us great joy with their presence and affection.
To show our appreciation to our feline friends, we’ve highlighted 23 songs related to cats and their carefree nature. From fantastical musicals to quiet ballads, these tracks will make you fall head-over-heels with cats fur real!
The Best Songs About Cats
“Everybody Wants To Be a Cat” – The Aristocats
Featured in the 1970 Disney film The Aristocats, this jazzy song describes the fun of being a cat.
This catchy track is accompanied by a groovy tune, energetic instrumentals, and witty ad-libs.
It’s the perfect choice for group karaoke, and we guarantee you’ll be enjoying yourself throughout the song!
“Cat People (Putting Out Fire)” – David Bowie
This solemn track isn’t about cats, but you can’t deny that it’s a banger with Bowie’s amazing vocal delivery.
Originally written for the 1982 film Cat People, the goth-influenced song details the suffering and anger the protagonist experienced.
The song sets a dark tone, with Bowie crooning in a deep baritone voice along with a female-backed chorus.
“All Dead, All Dead” – Queen
For anyone who has cats or had cats before, you’ll definitely relate to this 1977 song.
“All Dead, All Dead” is one of Queen’s slower songs with a focus on the topic of death and loss.
This track was partly inspired by the death of Brian May’s childhood pet cat.
Its piano-driven ballad, gentle vocals, and mournful lyrics would make you want to hug your feline friends.
“Stray Cat Strut” – Stray Cats
Who wouldn’t want to be a carefree cat without bills or rent to pay?
This rockabilly ballad talks about the laidback lifestyle of a stray cat. It also has a double meaning whereby the singer sees himself as a stylish and cool casanova with no strings attached.
With a catchy melody and sleek vocals, it’s an easy song to have everyone join in and sing along!
“Josie and the Pussycats Theme Song” – Josie and the Pussycats
If you’re a fan of old-school cartoons, you’ll certainly recognize this upbeat theme song!
The track was featured on the 1970s animated series Josie and the Pussycats.
The song is about a band of girls dressed up as cats who go around playing music and going on many adventures.
“Three Cool Cats” – The Coasters
Released in 1958, “Three Cool Cats” encapsulates what it means to be cool and suave especially when you’re trying to hit on a girl.
With a simple guitar-backed tune, the song isn’t just a bop, it’s also easy to sing and can be performed in groups of three during karaoke!
“The Siamese Cat Song/What’s Going On Down There” – Lady and the Tramp
This song was on the soundtrack of Disney’s 1955 film Lady and the Tramp.
The track showcases two Siamese cats, Si and Am, who cause havoc for the main character in her house.
This whimsical ballad is delivered over an Oriental-inspired tune. It’s a good choice for cat lovers and owners out there.
“Mungojerrie and Rumpleteazer” – Bonnie Langford and John Thornton
Any cat lover can relate to having mischievous cats who are always up to no good.
In this song, you’ll get twice as much as that, especially since it’s about a pair of petty cat thieves who love stirring up trouble for their human family.
Its upbeat, jaunty tune highlights the adventurous personalities of these cat burglars and their so-called crimes.
It oozes with such humor and charisma that you’ll soon find yourself falling in love with these cat criminals.
“I Taut I Taw a Puddy Tat” – Mel Blanc
If you love animated shows like Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies, you’ll have a new appreciation for this song.
This song was composed for the Tweety-Sylvester cartoons and sung by none other than the voice actor of the characters themselves, Mel Blanc.
The novelty tune is simple: Tweety the Bird wants to live a peaceful life but is constantly harassed by the house cat Sylvester.
It has an old-timey rhythm that gives it a sense of warmth and nostalgia.
“Cool Cat” – Queen
This smooth track might not be about cats, as it actually talks about someone who’s reassured and calm, which makes it easy for people to gravitate to them.
“Cool Cat” is one of the few tracks that shows off Mercury’s stellar falsetto, setting the perfect romantic vibe for it.
Featuring a soul-tinged groove and impressive vocals, it’s a song for all the cool people out there.
“Invitation to the Jellicle Ball” – Andrew Lloyd Webber
Have you ever wanted to go to an all-cats ball? This elegant ballad perfectly captures that vibe!
This quirky song is all about the Jellicle cats coming together on a moonlit night for their grand ball. It’s a musically amazing track that’ll bring out the inner performer in you!
“Cat on Tin Roof” – Blonde Redhead
Whether this song is exactly about cats or not, you have to admit it’s catchy and mysterious.
Released on the band’s 2014 album Barragán, this slow-paced track comes with a relaxing bass-driven groove and laidback vocals.
“Thomas O’Malley Cat” – The Aristocats
If you’re looking for a suave, slick, and poised cat-related song, this track will make you the coolest cat in town!
Phil Harris voices Thomas O’Malley, a dapper ginger cat who does and goes as he pleases in this upbeat single.
It’s a bop with a jolly tune and a few catchy phrases that would be fun to roll off the tongue.
“Pet Me Poppa” – Guys and Dolls
Written for the 1955 film Guys and Dolls, this burlesque musical can be interpreted in two ways. It’s either from the perspective of a cat or a woman who wants to be treated right by her lover.
Still, it’s a spellbindingly swingin’ big-band number that keeps you hooked and puts you in the mood for some old-fashioned grooving.
“Cool for Cats” – Squeeze
“Cool for Cats” depicts what it’s like to be young and living in the moment.
An uptempo number, it has a bouncy and light tune that pairs perfectly with its witty lyrics and sleek vocals.
“The Alley Cat Song” – Peggy Lee
Any Peggy Lee song is bound to leave you mesmerised with its superb vocal delivery and confident vibe.
Released on the 1963 album I’m a Woman, this song personifies an unfaithful playboy as a wild alley cat who looks for new lovers.
The jazz-infused melody and Lee’s velvety tone give the song an infectious charm.
“The Love Cats” – The Cure
This new-wave track gives off a fun, frolicking feel, but it actually has dark themes like suicide pacts and cats being drowned in a sack.
The song was apparently inspired by The Aristocats film. It’s definitely not for the faint-hearted.
“Phenomenal Cat” – The Kinks
“Phenomenal Cat” is one of those songs that stand out by being simple and pleasant to the ears.
The track starts out with a flute-driven tune, reminiscent of old Disney movies, before trailing to a more modern melody.
The song is about a flying cat who travels to different locations to learn the secret of life and has been compared to children’s nursery rhymes.
“What’s New Pussycat?” – Tom Jones
This 1965 pop track served as the main theme of the eponymous movie. It was even nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1966 though it lost.
The song finds Jones adoring his lover, whom he nicknames “Pussycat.”
It became very popular over the years as artists like Barbra Streisand, Steve Lawrence, and Bobby Darin have covered it.
“Pads, Paws, and Claws” – Elvis Costello
This upbeat jam has a rock ‘n’ roll vibe to it, with wailing screeches, groovy drums, and lively pianos.
The song is about a woman who tries her best to keep her drunken and womanizing husband interested in her.
Costello compares her behavior to a cat, who sinks its claws into its prey to keep it from running away.
“Skimbleshanks: The Railway Cat” – Andrew Lloyd Webber
This jolly musical number introduces us to Skimbleshanks, a cat who rides the train and helps keep the peace around it.
It’s an airy and breezy ballad that makes you think of long, wondrous trips on a train with your favorite kitty.
