The Best Songs About Weed of All Time (Plus 20 Stoner Movies)

The best songs about weed include stoner classics like Black Sabbath's "Sweet Leaf," Bob Marley's "Kaya," Cypress Hill's "Hits From the Bong," Afroman's "Because I Got High" and Snoop Dogg's "Gin and Juice." Cannabis has been feeding musicians ideas for decades, and the songs range from goofy and laid-back to straight-up political. Here are 12 of the best tracks about weed, plus a bonus list of stoner movies.

1. "Dooo It!" - Miley Cyrus (2015)

Miley Cyrus gave us a full-on weed anthem with "Dooo It!" in 2015. She's since said she quit smoking, but the track celebrates the herb with a good dose of humor and rebellion.

2. "Addicted" - Amy Winehouse (2006)

Amy Winehouse got real about her relationship with weed on "Addicted." The song is basically a complaint about her friend's boyfriend smoking all her stash, and the demand that he replace what he took.

3. "Because I Got High" - Afroman (2000)

Afroman made us laugh, and think a little, with "Because I Got High." The track runs through all the everyday responsibilities that go out the window when you're baked.

4. "Gin and Juice" - Snoop Dogg (1993)

Snoop Dogg's love of weed is the stuff of legend. "Gin and Juice" is a laid-back ode to sipping, smoking and enjoying life no matter what's going on around you.

5. "Hits From the Bong" - Cypress Hill (1993)

Cypress Hill, a group practically synonymous with cannabis culture, delivered "Hits From the Bong." The song nails that mellow, euphoric feeling that comes with ripping a water pipe.

6. "Kaya" - Bob Marley (1978)

Reggae legend Bob Marley sang about "Kaya," Jamaican slang for weed. The song radiates pure relaxation and good vibes.

7. "Sweet Leaf" - Black Sabbath (1971)

"Sweet Leaf" opens with Tony Iommi's famous cough, looped right into the track, before that iconic guitar riff kicks in. The song is basically a love letter to weed.

8. "Got to Get You Into My Life" - The Beatles (1966)

It sounds like a love song, but Paul McCartney later revealed the track is actually an ode to pot and how it fired up his creativity.

9. "How High" - Redman and Method Man (1995)

Redman and Method Man dropped this weed anthem in 1995, celebrating the joys of getting lifted.

10. "Saca, Prende y Sorprende" - Cultura Profética (2014)

Puerto Rican reggae band Cultura Profética wrote this one as part of the debate over decriminalizing weed. The title roughly means "Pull It Out, Light It Up and Surprise."

11. "Cannabis" - Ska-P (1996)

Spanish ska-punk band Ska-P pushes for legalizing cannabis on this track and rips into the lousy quality and high prices of black-market weed.

12. "Clandestino" - Manu Chao (1998)

On "Clandestino," Manu Chao lists "marihuana ilegal" among the things society brands as outlaw, right alongside the undocumented migrants the song is about.

These songs tackle weed from all kinds of angles and genres. Whether it's humor, social commentary or pure love for the plant, they're all artistic takes on the bond between music and cannabis. If you're looking for songs about weed, or just want some music inspired by the plant, these tracks are a great place to start.

Bonus: 20 stoner movies to put on after the playlist

1. "The Big Lebowski" (1998) – Directed by the Coen brothers, this comedy follows the hilarious misadventures of "The Dude" as he tries to sort out a case of mistaken identity and gets tangled up in one absurd situation after another.
2. "Pineapple Express" (2008) – This action comedy follows a casual stoner and his dealer who end up on the run after witnessing a murder.
3. "Half Baked" (1998) – Three buddies start dealing weed to raise bail for their friend, who's locked up after accidentally killing a police horse. Expect big laughs and surreal scenes.
4. "Up in Smoke" (1978) – The Cheech & Chong classic. Follow the iconic stoner duo through a string of absurd, hilarious situations.
5. "Dazed and Confused" (1993) – Set in the 1970s, this movie follows a group of teens on the last day of high school as they party and explore questions of identity and freedom.
6. "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas" (1998) – Based on Hunter S. Thompson's novel, it tells the story of a journalist and his attorney who head to Las Vegas and dive headfirst into a series of psychedelic, mind-bending experiences.
7. "Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle" (2004) – Two friends, Harold and Kumar, set off on an all-night odyssey to satisfy their craving for White Castle burgers, running into one ridiculous situation after another.
8. "The Breakfast Club" (1985) – Not a weed movie per se, but this iconic film follows five high schoolers who get to know each other during a day of detention, swap stories and take a hard look at their lives.
9. "Across the Universe" (2007) – A psychedelic musical following the love story between a young Brit and an American girl in the 1960s as they navigate the era's cultural and political upheaval, all set to Beatles songs.
10. "Requiem for a Dream" (2000) – An intense, visually stunning drama about four people caught in the trap of drug abuse and how it devastates their lives. Maybe not your first pick for a chill night.
11. "Pink Floyd: The Wall" (1982) – Based on Pink Floyd's concept album, the film blends music and psychedelic animation to tell the story of a musician and his inner struggle.
12. "A Scanner Darkly" (2006) – A sci-fi thriller about an undercover agent who infiltrates a group of drug users and gets sucked into a spiral of paranoia and hallucinations.
13. "Waking Life" (2001) – An animated film that explores philosophical and existential questions through a series of surreal conversations and trippy visuals.
14. "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" (2010) – This action comedy follows Scott Pilgrim as he battles his new girlfriend's evil exes in a series of stylized, effects-packed showdowns.
15. "The Beach Bum" (2019) – An over-the-top comedy about a bohemian, carefree writer who lives life to the fullest while chasing inspiration and a good time.
16. "Samsara" (2011) – A visually stunning documentary that travels the globe, showing places and cultures through striking images that get you thinking about life and existence.
17. "Interstellar" (2014) – Directed by Christopher Nolan, this epic sci-fi film follows a crew of astronauts on an interstellar journey to find humanity a new home. With jaw-dropping visuals and a gripping score, it's an immersive experience made for watching high.
18. "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" (1975) – This cult musical classic is one of a kind: over-the-top, packed with catchy songs and eccentric characters. With an absurd plot and plenty of audience participation, it's a guaranteed night of fun and laughs.
19. "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" (2004) – This sci-fi romance tells the story of a couple who decide to erase their memories of a failed relationship. With a clever, thoughtful script, it'll get you thinking about love and memory.
20. "Alice in Wonderland" (2010) – Tim Burton's visually stunning take on Lewis Carroll's classic. Dive into a world of fantasy and surrealism as you follow Alice through Wonderland.