Songs That Name-Drop Nintendo

Pop stars and rappers love a good flex — cars, clothes, diamonds. But for a certain breed of artist, the ultimate power-up isn’t in the club… It’s on the controller. Nintendo references have become a surprisingly common lyrical easter egg across genres. Whether it’s playful nostalgia or pure gamer cred, these shout-outs tap into a shared cultural memory that’s as iconic as the coin sound.

Our latest playlist rounds up ten tracks that name-drop Nintendo in all its pixelated glory. It’s a sonic mash-up of pop, rap, and R&B with a side of ’90s kid realness:

1. Espresso – Sabrina Carpenter
2. Deep, Deep Trouble – The Simpsons
3. Nothin’ on You – B.o.B, Bruno Mars
4. Love The Way You Lie – Eminem, Rihanna
5. I Like It – Cardi B, Bad Bunny, J Balvin
6. Cookie Jar – Doja Cat
7. HOV Lane – Nicki Minaj
8. Child’s Play – SZA, Chance the Rapper
9. Boys – Charli XCX
10. Nintendo Game – Alessia Cara

What makes these references so powerful is their instant recognizability. Nintendo isn’t just a brand — it’s a language. When artists drop in a “Nintendo 64” or “Rainbow Road,” they connect with listeners who grew up blowing on cartridges and battling Bowser after homework. It’s part flex, part flirt, and totally fan service.

So whether you’re feeling nostalgic or just need a playlist that slaps harder than a blue shell on the final lap, press start on this mix. These Nintendo-inspired tracks are proof that even in the music world, it’s dangerous to go alone — take these.

Playlist: Songs That Reference Nintendo

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