Sangzhi folk songs, the local traditional music of Zhangjiajie, have simple, sincere and exciting emotions, rich and varied tunes, and beautiful melodies. There are more than 10,000 songs in existence. On May 20, 2006, it was approved by the State Council to be included in the first batch of national intangible cultural heritage lists.

Sangzhi folk songs, the local traditional music born here, are simple, sincere and exciting. It is said to have a history of more than 2,000 years. It was born bit by bit along with life during the primitive farming period, when ancestors plowed fields and picked mulberries. The tunes are rich and varied, and the melodies are beautiful and pleasant. There are more than 10,000 songs in existence, which are suitable for farmers to sing.

Sangzhi folk songs have rich themes, including inspiring chants, fresh and lively tunes, revolutionary red songs, children's songs, etc. The more famous ones include "Lighting up the Lanterns, So Happy", "Flowers of the Four Seasons" "Children bloom", "Cuckoo", "Cold water brews tea and slowly thickens", "The sun comes out and shines on the white rocks" and so on.