As well as many Scottish artists paying homage to the city, there are a number of songwriters and bands who have also mentioned Glasgow in their tunes.
Some of these songs are about familiar places as well as terms you’d associate with the city.
Take a look at the 20 tracks which we’ve picked out that give a nod to Glasgow.

13. Take Me Somewhere Nice
The line spaceships over Glasgow from the Mogwai track was used as the title for guitarist Stuart Braithwaite’s book. Photo: Tristan Fewings

14. Long Way to the Light
Before jetting of to the Highlands, The Waterboys track mentions staying the night in Glasgow. Photo: Tim P. Whitby

15. Face To Face
Featured on The Who guitarist Pete Townshend’s fourth solo album, the song mentions Glasgow alongside the likes of New York, London and Chicago. Photo: Paul Windsor

16. Glasgow (No Place Like Home)
The song became known from the 2018 film Wild Rose and was sung by Jessie Buckley. Photo: Lewis McKenzie


