Top 10 Rock Songs

Top 10 rock songs have created a wave in the music industry. Rock songs are known for their jazzy and hip-hop music. Today, rock songs have become extremely popular. These contemporary numbers have got a special regard today. They have got a special appeal to the youngsters of the modern generation.

Music has always carried special importance for us. Rock songs are renowned for their jazzy music and soulful words. Top 10 rock songs are the legendary numbers of today's music industry.

Here is the list of top 10 rock songs that has gathered a tremendous popularity.

Top Rock Songs

1. The Beatles - "I Want to Hold Your Hand" (1963): "I want to hold your hand" is a famous song by the English rock band 'The Beetles'. This song was written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney. It created history and reached the number one position on the Billboard Hot 100. It gave Beatles a world-renowned fame and popularity.
2. The Rolling Stones - "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" (1965)": This song was released in 1965. Written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, this song talks about anti-commercialism. In a short span of time, this song was listed in 500 greatest songs of all time.
3. Aretha Franklin - "Respect" (1967): "Respect" became a huge hit. Aretha Franklin did a wonderful job in this song and was acclaimed for her outstanding singing. In 1968, this song won two Grammy awards for 'Best Rhythm & Blues' and 'Best Rhythm & Blues Solo Vocal Performance'. It also made an entry into the list of songs of the century.
4. Marvin Gaye - "I Heard It Through The Grapevine" (1968): "I heard it through the Grapevine" was released on August 26, 1968. Marvin took two years to launch this album. The album proved to be a major success for her career.
5. Bruce Springsteen and the E. Street Band -"Born to Run" (1975): "Born to Run" was an amazing composition by Bruce Springsteen and E.Street Band. Till today, this song remains popular for its wonderful lyrics.
6. Nirvana - "Smells Like Teen Spirit" (1991): Nirvana is a successful band established in Washington in 1987. Nirvana got an overwhelming response for "Smells Like Teen Spirit". It also got several nominations for this song.
7. OutKast - "Hey Ya!" (2003): "Hey Ya" became very popular and even went ahead in getting a Grammy award for best urban/alternative performance in 46th Grammy Awards.
8. Bob Dylan - "Like a Rolling Stone" (1965): Bob Dylan recorded this song in 1965. The track came as a major breakthrough for his career. However, this song was made by including many singers like The Wailers, Jimi Hendrix, and Bob Marley.
9. Elvis Presley - "Hound Dog" (1956): "Hound Dog" made a smashing hit and appeared in the list of 500 greatest songs of all time. His song was also filmed in many popular movies including The Forest Gymp, Lilo & Stitch, A few good men, and American Graffiti.
10. Chuck Berry - "Johnny B. Goode" (1958): Chuck Berry got a world-renowned fame for this fabulous song "Johnny B. Goode". The lyrics focused on teen life and consumerism.

To conclude, top 10 rock songs are some of the wonderful compositions world has heard so far.


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