Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Everything Winston-Salem is known for

10 songs mention this city 56 artists from here

Winston-Salem, North Carolina, located in the Piedmont Triad region, has a notable musical identity. The city is home to 56 artists across various genres, and 10 songs in our collection mention Winston-Salem.

Artists like Ben Folds, known for indie music, and hip-hop artist TiaCorine, both hail from Winston-Salem. The city is also referenced in songs such as "Fancy" by Drake and "Burn" by Lil Wayne.

Music in Winston-Salem

Songs About Winston-Salem

Burn
Lil Wayne
7%
"Your bitch call me when she hot: Krispy Kreme doughnuts"
Whiskey & Whitley
Josh Ward
7%
"I’m burnin’ these Winstons"
SPEEDBOAT
Denzel Curry
6%
"Everything hot boy, Texas Pete"
Fancy
Drake
5%
"Man, she play these suckers just like B.o.B play the guitar"
Birds & the Bees
Baby Keem
5%
"Young nigga put you on that plane like you B.o.B"
Sixteen
Thomas Rhett
5%
"Buzzin' off a can of that Grizzly wintergreen"
Sojourner
Rapsody
4%
"9th, turn me up so they can hear me in the back"
FDB (Remix 2)
Young Dro
4%
"Bum bitch smoking that Newport"
First Person Shooter
Drake
3%
"we recruited your homies to be demon deacons"
You Should Know
Rapsody
2%
"9th Wonder, I spent the summer bumpin' Wuuuu, nigga"

Artists From Winston-Salem

B
B.o.B
rock
C
Cooper Alan
country
T
TiaCorine
hip-hop
9
9th Wonder
hip-hop
B
Ben Folds
indie
L
Let's Active
indie
M
Michael Crawford
gospel
S
Sunshine Anderson
soul
T
The dB’s
rock
C
Curtis Hairston
r-n-b
G
George Hamilton IV
country
T
Tim Sparks
jazz
G
Glass Casket
metal
G
Gary Chapman
gospel
N
Nailah Porter
r-n-b
C
Codeseven
metal
S
Stellar Circuits
rock
B
Ben Neill
electronic
E
Empty Room
rock
T
The Finks
indie

Showing top 20 of 56 artists

Rivers & Roads in Song near Winston-Salem

Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Winston-Salem.

Highway I 40 20 songs

History of Winston-Salem

Winston-Salem, NC RoadyGoat

Winston-Salem's roots run deep into the 18th century, planted by a unique group: the Moravians. These Protestant settlers, seeking religious freedom, established Salem as a carefully planned community. Their German heritage shaped everything from the town's architecture, with its distinct brick buildings and symmetrical layout, to its communal life centered around the church. The Wachovia dialect, a blend of German and English, was once common, though it gradually faded as English became dominant. Yet echoes remain, perhaps in the pronunciation of certain street names or the recipes passed down through generations. The Moravian influence is still visible today. Old Salem Museums & Gardens preserves their way of life, showcasing traditional crafts, foodways, and music. Lovefeast, a Moravian tradition of sharing a sweet bun and coffee during religious services, is still practiced, especially during the Christmas season.

Winston-Salem, NC RoadyGoat

Winston-Salem occupies a sweet spot in the North Carolina Piedmont, both geographically and culturally. Its slightly elevated position, rising to around 1,000 feet, offers a vantage point over the rolling hills, while Pilot Mountain looms in the distance, a constant visual reminder of the surrounding landscape. But its distinctiveness stems less from topography and more from tobacco. The R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company transformed the area, funding not only an economic boom but also institutions like Reynolda House, a sprawling estate that now houses a significant collection of American art. The company's influence is deeply embedded in the city’s identity. Today, visitors are drawn by the city's blend of art, history, and outdoor recreation. They might tour Reynolda House, try to spot a ghost at Graylyn Estate, or even drive out to Pilot Mountain for a hike. But ask a local why people stay, and the answer is likely to be more nuanced than the brochures suggest. Instead, it’s the feeling of a community built on a unique past that is now finding its way into a more diverse future, driven by healthcare and technology, but still undeniably rooted in the spirit of innovation that built it. And, of course, the enduring appeal of a hot Krispy Kreme doughnut.

High Point, NC RoadyGoat

High Point, North Carolina sits in the heart of the Piedmont, a place where furniture making traditions run deep. But the city's story stretches beyond its reputation as the "Home Furnishings Capital of the World." It's also the place where some remarkable individuals started their journeys.

16.7 mi away

Old Salem Museums & Gardens

1766

Restored Moravian congregation town founded in 1766, one of America's most complete colonial settlements.

Things to Do in Winston-Salem

food 18.7 mi away
Lexington Barbecue

The capital of North Carolina's Piedmont-style BBQ. Vinegar-based red slaw since 1962.

Everything Near Winston-Salem

41 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.

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