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Post by Biblically Accurate Angel on Oct 20, 2016 18:28:06 GMT -5
The Top 500 Greatest Songs of All Time These songs are memorable for a host of reasons - controversy, skill, catchiness, popularity, and just plain awesomeness. These are the greatest songs of all time.
In a radically different game from what we usually do, here we create the list of greatest songs of all time, starting with #500 and counting down to #1. Since there are a few different players, it's gonna be interesting to see what the top spot will be.
The songs themselves can be a favorite of yours, or one that you'd expect to find on a list of greatest songs. Remember - choose wisely! You can only post one song at a time, to make it fair for everyone else. If the game stalls, wait a week before double-posting. Also, please explain why the song deserves to make the list - don't just say 'it's a good song'.
Enjoy this list of the Top 500 Greatest Songs of All Time!
When commenting on the list, please use the 'comment' button on the individual posts so as to make the list it more readable for others without posts in between commenting on it.
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Post by Biblically Accurate Angel on Oct 20, 2016 18:34:07 GMT -5
500. Megadeth - Symphony of Destruction
Kicking off the list, we start with a thrash attack known under the name of "Symphony of Destruction". While most fans would agree that "Holy Wars... The Punishment Due" is the band's best song, "Symphony of Destruction" is perhaps the band's most well-known song, and most people who aren't fans have at least heard this song. It also defines the band with their politically-charged lyrics, and is considered to be one of the greatest metal songs of all time.
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Post by frankthetriviaman on Oct 23, 2016 17:51:38 GMT -5
499. Jackie Brenston and his Delta Cats - Rocket 88
Released in April 1951, this song was a number one hit on the billboard R&B chart. No one is sure how it happened, but a damaged amplifier lead to the creation of a unique sound for the guitar, and it proved successful. While it may not be as popular today, it does remain important, as many consider it to be the first rock and roll song.
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Post by Biblically Accurate Angel on Oct 23, 2016 19:31:31 GMT -5
498. Eminem - The Real Slim Shady
With "The Real Slim Shady", Eminem called out a bunch of people he didn't like and even some that he did like. Wonderfully explicit, this song is a manufactured pop song like those that were popular at the time. It's a highlight from The Marshall Mathers LP, arguably his best album, and with an infectious beat and wonderful rapping, it's still one of 'Slim Shady's' best songs.
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Post by frankthetriviaman on Nov 12, 2016 2:06:28 GMT -5
497) That's Alright - Elvis Presley
Though not as iconic as some of his later hits, That's Alright was the first hit song Elvis had, in what would be the debut of one of the most iconic rock stars of all time
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Post by Biblically Accurate Angel on Nov 28, 2016 12:56:06 GMT -5
496. CeeLo Green - F**k You CeeLo Green's signature song, "F**k You", sounds like it would be a nice little motown type song, but things then turn explicit as he begins to attack his ex verbally in a hilarious manner. It's a great, angry breakup song that shows that just because he couldn't have her and he's still in pain from the loss of her he's still able to say, "F**k you!" right to her face for all she did to him.
Censored version below:
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Post by frankthetriviaman on Nov 28, 2016 19:24:29 GMT -5
495) 1812 overture- Tchaikovsky
It's pretty hard to imagine an instrumental piece like this making the list, but context is everything. Even as old as this one is, it remains one of the most iconic music pieces ever, thanks in part to its legendary finale with firing cannons.
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Post by Biblically Accurate Angel on Nov 28, 2016 19:28:56 GMT -5
494. Led Zeppelin - Good Times Bad Times This song introduced the world to the band that would reshape rock music forever. It kicked off their highly-acclaimed debut album well and is considered one of their best songs still today, even if its a bit simpler than some of their other songs.
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Post by frankthetriviaman on Nov 28, 2016 19:40:35 GMT -5
493) I'm Walking On Sunshine- Katrina and the Waves
Though some may argue the song is overused, that has not stopped it from becoming one of the most famous songs of all time; especially since in many movies it is the song of choice playing in the background to show when the characters are feeling exceptionally happy.
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Post by Biblically Accurate Angel on Nov 28, 2016 19:53:49 GMT -5
492. Steppenwolf - Born To Be Wild Ever since this song hit the screen in the opening of the classic 1969 movie Easy Rider, it's become of the ultimate biker songs and one of the fun songs to drive to. It also arguably came up with name of a new music genre was about to begin - 'heavy metal'. It's appeared in many other movies since and is a staple of classic rock radio, but it will always be best when playing behind Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper riding on motorcycles and looking cooler than anyone else.
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Post by frankthetriviaman on Nov 28, 2016 19:58:17 GMT -5
491) Merry X-mas- War Is Over- John Lennon
While not as old as the classic staples of Christmas like Jingle Bells or Deck the Halls, this John Lennon piece has become a staple of the Christmas music radio cycle, and is arguably one of Lennon's finest works.
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Post by Biblically Accurate Angel on Nov 28, 2016 20:07:52 GMT -5
490. Slayer - Angel of Death While many would say that "Raining Blood" is the better song, "Angel of Death" was the more impacting. Perhaps the most brutal song in Slayer's discography - that's saying a lot - its controversial subject matter delayed the release of Reign In Blood, and when it was released, it stirred up controversy with some called Slayer Nazi sympathizer. The band has defended the song, written about Josef Mengele, the 'angel of death', explaining that it is nothing more than a documentary in music that explicitly details the horrible things the Nazis did. Basically, it's a great song.
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Post by frankthetriviaman on Nov 28, 2016 20:12:59 GMT -5
489) Battle Cry of Freedom- George Fredrick Root
This American Civil War song was a powerful morale booster for Union troops, and was so popular that even with 14 presses printing out sheet music at one time demand could not be kept up with. It is arguably one of the greatest American classics ever written.
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Post by Toz76 on Dec 22, 2016 13:40:01 GMT -5
488) Billy Joel- Captain Jack
Captain Jack is one of the lesser-known songs by Billy Joel, which is a shame because this early effort is among his best. Being written before he made it big, this song is rawer and more introspective then what came later, and it works well.
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Post by Biblically Accurate Angel on Apr 7, 2017 23:33:56 GMT -5
487. Iron Maiden - Wasted Years Maiden is a band that transcends metal itself, and that's understandable when listening to songs like "Wasted Years". This classic off Somewhere In Time is one of guitarist Adrian Smith's best efforts, featuring one of his finest riffs and penning some of his most philosophical and meaningful lyrics on the song - sung of course by one Bruce Dickinson, who stands out as well. He and Adrian make a fine pair when it comes to performing, with Bruce singing lead and Adrian providing backup lyrics. It's a great song period, one of Maiden's most popular tunes and a personal favorite of mine.
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Post by Toz76 on Apr 20, 2017 17:45:44 GMT -5
486: System Of A Down- B. Y. O. B.
This 2005 track is filled with many of SOAD's trademarks, including wild lyrics that occasionally eschew rhythm and rhyme and completely unpredictable instrumentation. But this song is particularly noteworthy because of its commentary on the Iraq War, with lyrics such as "Why don't presidents fight the war/why do they always send the poor?". Whether you agree with the message or not, it's a hard-hitting, memorable song that is sure to get stuck in your head.
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