1. Billie Jean-Michael Jackson
One of MJ's trend-setting tracks.The song with it's mesmeric rhythm and an inimitable voice received two Grammy Awards in 1984 (Best Male R&B Vocal Performance and Best New Rhythm & Blues Song). In 2005, Blender magazine voted Billie Jean as one of the greatest songs ever.
2. Casablanca-Bertie Higgins
He's the great-great-grandson of the German poet Johann Wolfgang Goethe. In 1982, Bertie achieved limited success in the US with the Top 40 album Key Largo.Casablanca is one of the gems from that album which casts a spell on you, just like magic.
3. Layla-Derek and the Dominoes
Layla stands as one of the legendary tracks of classic rock. Derek and the Dominos comprised of Eric Clapton, Bobby Whitlock, Carl Radle and Jim Gordon (Although the group soon dismantled). This mushy number expressed Eric's unrequited love for the wife of his best buddy,George Harrison.
4. Hey Jude-The Beatles
The song, written by Paul McCartney was dedicated to John Lennon's son, Julian.The name was however changed from Hey Jules to Hey Jude. This lengthy single of the Beatles ran over seven minutes and stayed in the US charts for a record nine weeks.The epic track also had a melodious orchestra thrown in and the famous "Na na na" fadeout. The track's achieved a status which is nothing short of an anthem.
5. Suspicious Minds-Elvis Presley
Suspicious Minds is definitely one of the greatest rock songs in music history.This intensely emotional song was recorded in the famous Memphis session, between 4-7 in the morning.The song also helped Elvis reclaim his throne as the King of Rock(He hit the #1 spot once again after a gap of seven years)
6. Sacrifice-Elton John
One of the most beautiful ballads that you'll ever come across. This song was from Elton's 1989 album Sleeping with the Past with the lyrics being penned by his long-time lyricist Bernie Taupin. Interestingly, Sacrifice was his first ever #1 single in UK, his homeland.
7. Careless Whisper-Wham
Careless Whisper was the 1984 hit single which reached the #1 spot in twenty-five countries. The single also sold an unprecedented six million copies worldwide. The song showcased George Michael's amazing songwriting talent and featured a beautiful saxophone riff, played by UK musician Steve Gregory.
8. Wish You Were Here- Pink Floyd
Wish You Were Here had one of the best heart-string pulling acoustics and was incredibly deep, which you can come to expect from Pink Floyd. The song written by Roger Waters was a dedication to the band's founding member Syd Barrett, who was finding it increasingly difficult to cope with his schizophrenia. The track proves why they're one of the greatest rock bands ever.
9. Down to the Waterline-Dire Straits
The opening track of their self-titled debut album pulsated with a rich musical style, brilliant lyrics and masterful electric guitars. The track is hard to be classified in a particular genre, but is somewhere between blues and rock. Mark Knopfler's craggy voice together with resonating guitar chords truly made the track bewitching.
10. Hotel California- The Eagles
Hotel California was the band's biggest hit. It was the Eagles' third #1 song which also won them the 1977 Grammy. The song painted the picture of a lost paradise somewhere in California, with it's catchy lyrics and the famous opening guitar riff. The track's wonderful musical arrangement was replete with strumming guitars and sonorous drums. Furthermore, Don Henley's smooth singing added to the charm.
One of MJ's trend-setting tracks.The song with it's mesmeric rhythm and an inimitable voice received two Grammy Awards in 1984 (Best Male R&B Vocal Performance and Best New Rhythm & Blues Song). In 2005, Blender magazine voted Billie Jean as one of the greatest songs ever.
2. Casablanca-Bertie Higgins
He's the great-great-grandson of the German poet Johann Wolfgang Goethe. In 1982, Bertie achieved limited success in the US with the Top 40 album Key Largo.Casablanca is one of the gems from that album which casts a spell on you, just like magic.
3. Layla-Derek and the Dominoes
Layla stands as one of the legendary tracks of classic rock. Derek and the Dominos comprised of Eric Clapton, Bobby Whitlock, Carl Radle and Jim Gordon (Although the group soon dismantled). This mushy number expressed Eric's unrequited love for the wife of his best buddy,George Harrison.
4. Hey Jude-The Beatles
The song, written by Paul McCartney was dedicated to John Lennon's son, Julian.The name was however changed from Hey Jules to Hey Jude. This lengthy single of the Beatles ran over seven minutes and stayed in the US charts for a record nine weeks.The epic track also had a melodious orchestra thrown in and the famous "Na na na" fadeout. The track's achieved a status which is nothing short of an anthem.
5. Suspicious Minds-Elvis Presley
Suspicious Minds is definitely one of the greatest rock songs in music history.This intensely emotional song was recorded in the famous Memphis session, between 4-7 in the morning.The song also helped Elvis reclaim his throne as the King of Rock(He hit the #1 spot once again after a gap of seven years)
6. Sacrifice-Elton John
One of the most beautiful ballads that you'll ever come across. This song was from Elton's 1989 album Sleeping with the Past with the lyrics being penned by his long-time lyricist Bernie Taupin. Interestingly, Sacrifice was his first ever #1 single in UK, his homeland.
7. Careless Whisper-Wham
Careless Whisper was the 1984 hit single which reached the #1 spot in twenty-five countries. The single also sold an unprecedented six million copies worldwide. The song showcased George Michael's amazing songwriting talent and featured a beautiful saxophone riff, played by UK musician Steve Gregory.
8. Wish You Were Here- Pink Floyd
Wish You Were Here had one of the best heart-string pulling acoustics and was incredibly deep, which you can come to expect from Pink Floyd. The song written by Roger Waters was a dedication to the band's founding member Syd Barrett, who was finding it increasingly difficult to cope with his schizophrenia. The track proves why they're one of the greatest rock bands ever.
9. Down to the Waterline-Dire Straits
The opening track of their self-titled debut album pulsated with a rich musical style, brilliant lyrics and masterful electric guitars. The track is hard to be classified in a particular genre, but is somewhere between blues and rock. Mark Knopfler's craggy voice together with resonating guitar chords truly made the track bewitching.
10. Hotel California- The Eagles
Hotel California was the band's biggest hit. It was the Eagles' third #1 song which also won them the 1977 Grammy. The song painted the picture of a lost paradise somewhere in California, with it's catchy lyrics and the famous opening guitar riff. The track's wonderful musical arrangement was replete with strumming guitars and sonorous drums. Furthermore, Don Henley's smooth singing added to the charm.
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