12 Classic Songs to Play Around the Campfire

When my friend whips out his guitar and starts playing rock & roll classic songs, I can’t help but think about the olden days and how much fun we had. It’s quite possible the below 12 classic songs to play around the campfire will bring back some memories for many of you too.

We just came back from a weekend of camping where we had the best time. Our favorite part of the weekend was around the campfire roasting marshmallows for some delicious S’mores with a bunch of good friends. I tried to break out a few songs this time, but they weren’t having it. I think they didn’t like my singing or everyone was too busy stuffing their mouths. Sadly, my guitar friend couldn’t be with us this time.

12 Classic Songs to Play Around the Campfire

Whether gathering around a campfire during a weekend camp out or wanting to enjoy a peaceful night around the campfire in your own backyard is your thing, there are a few items that just might be good to have on hand. I finally got a fire pit in my backyard and haven’t even roasted a marshmallow yet. So, I’m excited to have a few friends over for S’mores and sing-a-longs. I’m sure these 12 classic songs to play around the campfire will spark some interest in signing sing-a-longs…at least I hope so.

Since I’m a big fan of shopping online at Wayfair and love making product idea boards on their site, I thought I would make one for campfire must-haves…like marshmallow sticks and fire pit tools, right? With that in mind, I have made an idea board called Gather Around the Campfire.

Gather Around the Campfire

Sherpa Fleece Throw

Eddie Bauer

Wood Outdoor Firebowl

Endless Summer

Campfire Cooking Grill

P & D Metal Works

Wheel Patio Chair

Zingz & Thingz

Fatwood Firestarter

Plow & Hearth

Outdoor Log Rack

Open Hearth

Steel Fire Pit and Fireplace Poker

SunnyDaze Decor

Elite Round Fire Pit Cover

Duck Covers

Chrome-Plated Steel Marshmallow Roasting Stick (Set of 8)

Plow & Hearth

See Idea Board on

OMG – I love that Wheel Patio Chair. I think two would be awesome around the campfire, don’t you? What’s your favorite campfire item on my Wayfair idea board? I’d love to know how you rock your backyard campfires with your family and friends!!

12 Classic Songs to Play Around the Campfire

1. “Brown-Eyed Girl” by Van Morrison: Van Morrison released this song in June 1967, and it proved to be one of the biggest hits of his career.
2. “Down on the Corner” by Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR): Appeared on CCR’s 1969 album “Willy and the Poor Boys,” is about a fictional band that plays on street corners to cheer people up and asks for nickels in return.
3. “Let It Be” by The Beatles: Is a recreation of a dream that Paul McCartney had of his mother who died of cancer when he was 14.
4. “Take Me Home, Country Roads” by John Denver: Released this song in 1971 on his album “Poems, Prayers & Promises.” It quickly became a hit and is one of Denver’s most popular songs.
5. “Stairway to Heaven” by Led Zeppelin: Known as one of the best rock songs of all time for its unique structure.
6. “American Pie” by Don McLean: Don McLean first performed “American Pie” at Temple University in Philadelphia, Penn., in March 1971.
7. “Sweet Home Alabama” by Lynyrd Skynyrd: Lynyrd Skynyrd’s response to Neil Young’s “Southern Man” and “Alabama”. The song implied that people from the southern parts of the United States were racist and uncompromising.
8. “Margaritaville” by Jimmy Buffet: Debuted in 1977, and was written about a drink (the margarita!) that Jimmy Buffet tried at a restaurant in Austin.
9. “Hotel California” by The Eagles: “Hotel California” is one of the Eagles most well-known songs; it was recorded in February 1977 and quickly hit the top of the charts.
10. “Free Falling” by Tom Petty: Tom Petty launched this song in 1989 with writing partner Jeff Lynne.
11. “Wonderwall” by Oasis: That album became the second best-selling British album of all time just a year after its release.
12. “Good Riddance” by Green Day: This was a big song for teenagers and young adults growing up in the late 90s.

Which is your favorite song?

What is your all-time favorite song to play around the campfire? If you don’t have any and can’t think of any, try playing these 12 classic songs to play around the campfire. I bet everyone will know them!!