Ne-Yo is the stage name of Shaffer Chimere Smith, an American singer-songwriter. He became famous in 2006 with his hit song “So sick” and further caused a furore with songs such as Hate that I love you (a duet with Rihanna) and Miss Independent. The name Ne-Yo is derived from Neo, the main character in the movie trilogy The Matrix. 14. She Got Her Own (with Jamie Foxx, Fabolous) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKj5MWHTInY 13. Closer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_aC5xPQ2f4 12. Sexy Love https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgaeGW-2z6w 11. Beautiful Monster https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2J2dwFVZHsY 10. Ne-Yo – Let Me Love You (Until You Learn To Love Yourself) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crrOl0egI00 9. Wonderful (with Ja Rule…
Author: musiclists
Winning feels good! And there are those songs that exactly describe this good feeling. Here is a list of songs about winning. 15. Imagine Dragons – Top of the World https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5tWYmIOWGk 14. Dj Khaled – All I do is win https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GGXzlRoNtHU 13. Katy Perry – Roar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CevxZvSJLk8 12. Drake – Started from the bottom https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RubBzkZzpUA 11. Starship – Nothing’s gonna Stop us now https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wxyN3z9PL4 10. Joe Esposito – You’re the best https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oomCIXGzsR0 9. Destiny’s Child – Survivor https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wmc8bQoL-J0 8. Bill Conti – Gonna Fly Now https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioE_O7Lm0I4 7. David Bowie – Heroes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXgkuM2NhYI 6. Queen – We will rock you https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-tJYN-eG1zk…
Since Anouk broke through in 1997 with the song “Nobody’s Wife”, she has become an indispensable part of the Dutch music scene. Anouk has now released eight study albums with many successful singles. The song “Girl” was even named best Dutch single by 3FM in 2005 (Anouk also took third place with the song “Nobody’s Wife”). Anouk is seen as the most popular rock singer in our country. She writes her rock songs herself, sometimes with others. In 2013, Anouk surprised friend and foe by participating in the Eurovision Song Contest with the song “Birds”. Despite the song receiving a…
Jazz hits you like no other form of music can. It drags you, thrills you and lands you softly again. Because jazz is such a broad concept, it can take a form that suits everyone. And yet there are ten top musicians who are known in this field like no other and have exerted their influence on the genre. You can discover what they are here. 10. Miles Davis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqNTltOGh5c Miles Davis was a central figure in twentieth century jazz. His success and popularity were undoubtedly related to his search for new and interesting music forms. He worked a lot…
Music can make you feel joy, and most pop music is still about love. But don’t underestimate the downside: many of the most beautiful songs are very depressing. Murder, accidents, lost loves, loneliness, addiction and suicide are beautiful subjects for a sad song. What are the top ten songs that leave the listener despondent? 10. Richie Valance / Ray Petterson – Tell Laura I Love Her https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTjQgkHzbTk Ray Petterson wrote this classic love drama, although it would become an even bigger hit for Richie Valance in 1960. Teen Tommy is totally in love with Laura and wants to marry her.…
After Kurt Cobain committed suicide in 1994, Nirvana could not possibly survive. Drummer David Grohl soon formed a new band that he called Foo Fighters, a term often used in World War II for ufos. Grohl himself took care of the vocals and mainly played the guitar. Over the past twenty years, Foo Fighters has grown into an extremely popular live band that often plays as a headliner at major festivals. What are the ten best songs from Foo Fighters? 10. White Limo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ebJ2brErERQ The seventh album Wasting Light from 2011 was all about a rough sound. Foo Fighters decided…
British dance act The Prodigy has been around for 25 years now. In 1990, no one expected the careers of musician Liam Howlett and his regular dancers and MCs Keith Flint, Maxim and Leeroy Thornhill to last longer than a few singles. However, The Prodigy developed into an extremely popular live band and often managed to surprise with a new sound. The ten dance floor classics from The Prodigy. 10. Voodoo People https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQEBzauVIlA With their second album Music for the Jilted Generation (1994), The Prodigy was able to prove that they were not a one-hit fly. The third single from…
Spectre is already the 26th James Bond film. This time, Secret Agent 007 (played by Daniel Craig) is once again experiencing breathtaking adventures. Everyone gets something out of Bond films: if it is not the dazzling beauty of Bondgirls, then people will be amazed to the gadgets and cars. Musical 007 fans are now eagerly looking forward to the artist who can sing the new title song. What are the ten most unforgettable James Bond title songs? 10. Gladys Knight – License to Kill https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CG6CfRCSmxk After the makers had the two previous title songs sung by giants of the eighties…
What is music without female singers? Whether they work as a solo artist or in a group, the singer is inseparable from legendary songs. From modest and whispering to rough and screaming, they know how to evoke every emotion. What are the ten best singers ever? 10. Janis Joplin https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7uG2gYE5KOs Together with Jim Morrison and Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin grew into an icon of the 1960s. Just like her aforementioned colleagues she died at the age of 27 after a long period of excessive alcohol and have used drugs. With her powerful voice, Joplin developed into an original blues singer.…
The male voice is generally lower than that of the female. Popular music therefore has a large number of singers who managed to seduce with their honey-sweet bass voice. But the male voice can do a lot more and in some genres like metal a good high-pitched scream is essential. What are the ten best singers of all time? 10. Ray Charles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qIp9TwSEgFg Ray Charles was an American pianist and singer who became a star in the 1950s. Charles became blind at the age of seven and would always wear sunglasses during performances. Musically he knew how to combine rhythm…
What can groan and sing like the blues? This compelling style of music that often deals with the miseries and flaws of life is at the same time diverse like no other. With greats like B.B. King, Muddy Waters, Eric Clapton and more, blues continues to maintain its popularity today. Read more about the top ten legendary blues artists of all time here. 10. Albert King https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLddbrzsHk Albert King Nelson, known as Albert King, was a great guitarist and singer and had a huge influence on the blues guitar style. His single Born under a bad sign is probably one…
Doja Cat signed her first music contract in 2014 after independently releasing songs on SoundCloud. She was only 17 years old at the time. Her ascent to stardom really kicked off in 2018 when her single “Mooo!” went viral on YouTube and even turned her into a meme. In 2019, she released the album “Hot Pink,” featuring big hits like “Say So” and “Streets.” Doja Cat has collaborated with major stars like Nicki Minaj, Ariana Grande, and The Weeknd. Here are the top 10 Doja Cat songs to date: 10. Tia Tamera https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_yI2959DYU “Tia Tamera,” featuring rapper Rico Nasty, is…
Colombian singer Karol G has quickly become one of the biggest stars in the reggaeton scene. And that is special for a woman for a music stream that is dominated by men. At a young age, Karol G participated in the Colombian version of The X Factor. Her breakthrough came in 2017 with the single Ahora Me Llama, a collaboration with Bad Bunny. In 2018 she scored a big hit with Anuel AA with “Secreto”, in which they confirmed their relationship in the music video. In 2019, the collaboration between Karol G and some of the biggest reggaeton stars (Anuel…
American jazz singer Norah Jones broke through in 2011 with the album “Come Away With Me”. She became the big winner at the Grammys, she won no less than eight! (Best Newcomer, Best Album, Best Song (Don’t know why), Best Recording (Don’t know why), Best Sung Pop Album, Best Female Singer, Best Songwriting and Best Production.) It is one of the best-selling albums of all time and Norah Jones greatest success. Her second album “Feels Like Home” from 2004 was also very well received. From 2009 she started experimenting with other music styles. On her new album she has worked…
The King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, passed away some time ago. At least, if you don’t believe the conspiracy theories. There is no doubt about it: his music still lives on. Many venture to perform a song by Elvis. Sometimes with success, as can be seen from the list below. Let’s take a look at the world of Elvis covers. 10. Norah Jones – Love Me Tender https://youtu.be/-gzC29VwE1A It always takes some getting used to: a female voice on an Elvis song, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be beautiful. The empathy of the American Jazz singer Norah…
In 2014, Doja Cat signed her first music contract after releasing songs on SoundCloud herself. She was only 17 years old at the time. The great success for Doja started in 2018. Her single “Mooo!” Went viral on YouTube and she even became a meme. In 2019 she released the album “Hot Pink” with the big hits “Say So” and “Streets”. Doja Cat has collaborated with big stars like Nicki Minaj, Ariana Grande and The Weeknd. 10. Tia Tamera https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_yI2959DYU 9. Candy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRHHOttkM1A 8. Rules https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UVadfCxNnoY 7. Streets https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqv35UZepIM 6. Best Friend (with Saweetie) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xJUCsyMQes 5. Juicy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YIALlhlyqO4 4. Like…
Sabrina Carpenter belongs to the list of Britney Spears, Miley Cyrus, Laura Marano, Demi Lovato, Vanessa Hudgens and many others, the Disney Channel stars who have broken through as pop stars. Sabrina Carpenter played the role of Maya Hart in the Disney sitcom Girl Meets World. 10. Eyes Wide Open https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4VJyfCcOJc 9. Can’t Blame a girl for trying https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HibDj27DHMI 8. Almost Love https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JudqK1hL18w 7. Smoke and fire https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlH78Tm_oUk 6. Skin https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CA9E4HHHbRk 5. Let me Move you https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hb0YDzXsltU 4. Sue Me https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7w4Udbys4O4 3. Why https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qeaBFFq3to 2. Thumbs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uAVUl0cAKpo 1. On My Way https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fm-nXA-K0Dg
Ellie Goulding, the British singer and songwriter, has taken the music world by storm with her signature voice and catchy pop songs. Her music, ranging from electronic ballads to uplifting pop hits, has made her one of the most recognizable artists of the past decade. Here is our top 10 of the best songs by Ellie Goulding: 10. Still Falling for You https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvP_OwVSFpk This song, with its captivating melody and emotional lyrics, is an ode to the unexpected love that keeps growing. It’s a song that perfectly captures the magic of falling in love. 9. How Long Will I Love…
In 2016, Noah Cyrus, Miley Cyrus’s sister, debuted with the single Make me (Cry), when she was 16 years old. She scored her biggest hit with Alan Walker in 2017, the song All Falls Down. 8. This is Us (met Jimmie Allen) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kw9tL197xvM 7. Stay Together https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uy3KFOykGQc 6. Young & Sad https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbgD9TyTW6g 5. Lonely https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JhvyWCyXuqg 4. Make me (cry) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXyBcKV0UIo 3. Again (feat. XXXTENTACION) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_SjnHwxWMU 2. July https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KhjTa_7Nq6Y 1. All Falls Down (met Alan Walker) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RLLOEzdxsM
Whatever your beliefs, you cannot deny that beautiful songs have been written about heaven. Is there anything more inspiring than heaven? One of the most iconic rock songs of all time is about heaven, and we’re of course talking about Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven”. Eric Clapton’s “Tears in Heaven” is a heartbreaking love song for Clapton’s son who died at a young age. In this heavenly song, Clapton speculates about what it will be like when he is reunited with his boy in Heaven. 10. Johnny Cash – Meet me in heaven https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNKGTEK0V6E 9. Donovan – Wear year love…
Rammstein, the German metal band, is known for their theatrical live performances and their unique blend of heavy guitars, industrial sounds, and provocative lyrics. Since their formation in 1994, they have built an impressive repertoire. Here’s our reverse top 15 of their most iconic songs: 15. Let It Rain https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y86kDFaJ2h4 An early solo song from Clapton that showcases his signature guitar playing and soulful vocals. The song is a plea for redemption and love, and it’s a perfect example of Clapton’s ability to convey emotion through his music. 14. White Room https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rvnWuOjJDh4 One of the highlights of his time with…
The Bloodhound Gang has carved a niche in the music industry with their unique blend of humor, obscenity, and sexual innuendos. The band’s lyrics often feature metaphors that are both clever and offensive, effectively walking a fine line between comedy and crassness. Known for hits like “Fire Water Burn,” “The Bad Touch,” and “The Ballad of Chasey Lain,” the band often finds itself embroiled in controversy, even as it amasses a dedicated following. 1. The Bad Touch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xat1GVnl8-k The song perhaps most synonymous with The Bloodhound Gang, “The Bad Touch” explores the complexities of human sexual behavior through hilarious and…
Robbie Williams, born Robert Peter Williams, began his career as part of the popular boy band Take That but went on to achieve massive solo success after leaving the group in 1995. Despite facing difficulties with substance abuse, he became one of the defining pop stars of the ’90s and 2000s. With over 55 million records sold globally, Robbie Williams is an iconic figure in British pop music. He has been inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame and has been lauded as one of the greatest artists of the ’90s. Here are Robbie Williams’ biggest hits to date:…
Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., popularly known as Snoop Doggy Dogg, Snoop Lion, or Snoopzilla, first gained widespread recognition in 1993 when he collaborated with Dr. Dre on the iconic album “The Chronic.” Introduced to Dre through mutual friend Warren G, Snoop’s flow and lyrical prowess immediately impressed, leading to his debut solo album “Doggystyle.” Released amidst the violent era of West Coast vs. East Coast rap, “Doggystyle” achieved immense success with hits like “What’s My Name” and “Gin and Juice.” Snoop evolved his career by making appearances in films and collaborating with mainstream pop stars like Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears,…
The year 2000 catapulted Nelly Furtado into the limelight, heralding a new voice in the pop scene. With her debut album “Whoa, Nelly!”, featuring iconic songs like “I’m Like a Bird” and “Turn Off the Light,” she gained international acclaim. The former even fetched her a Grammy for “Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.” Post the debut, Furtado took a brief hiatus only to return stronger with “Folklore” in 2003. However, her real transformation came in 2006 with her album “Loose,” produced by Timbaland, adopting a new, sexier R&B and hip-hop sound. Though her 2012 release “The Spirit Indestructible” didn’t achieve…
British pop sensation Lily Allen made a splash on the music scene in 2006 with her debut single “Smile,” a track that showcased her knack for biting social commentary wrapped in catchy melodies. Allen continued to ride the wave of success with her second album, “It’s Not Me, It’s You,” released in 2009. This album spawned hits like “The Fear” and “Fuck You,” tracks that delved into social and political issues with her characteristic wit. Despite her success, Allen took a break from music, citing concerns about the financial viability of her career in an era of illegal downloads. She…
Whitney Houston is a name synonymous with pure vocal prowess and emotional expressiveness. She may very well be the greatest singer in pop music history. Houston graced us with many timeless hits that continue to resonate to this day. Her tragic passing in 2012 shook the world, but her legacy endures through her music—both inspiring and heart-wrenching. Here is a top 10 list of Whitney Houston’s best songs. 10. When You Believe (with Mariah Carey) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKaXY4IdZ40 When two of the biggest pop icons join forces, the result is nothing short of magical. This duet with Mariah Carey, penned for the…
American singer-songwriter Clairo is a typical example of a new generation of music stars who became famous thanks to an upload to YouTube. The song ‘Pretty Girl’ that she put online in 2017 has been viewed almost 50 million times. It was not the first song she posted on Youtube, but it was the first one that was picked up by the algorithm of the video website. Meanwhile she has a record deal and several songs to her name, time for a list of Clairo’s best songs so far! Christian Bertrand / Shutterstock.com 8. I Don’t Think I Can Do…
Jason Derulo got his start in the music industry as a producer and songwriter, penning tracks for big names like Lil Wayne, Birdman, and Diddy. However, in 2009, he decided to step into the spotlight himself. His debut single “Whatcha Say” was a massive hit, selling more than 5 million digital copies. Over the past decade, Derulo has consistently produced chart-topping hits and collaborated with artists such as Nicki Minaj and Snoop Dogg. In addition to his musical endeavors, Derulo is trying his hand at acting. His debut film “Cats” might have been a flop, but he’s looking for redemption…
Hailing from Miami, the rap duo City Girls, comprised of Yung Miami and JT, has become a force to be reckoned with in the rap game. The name “City Girls” is a nod to their roots in Opa-locka and Liberty City, two of Miami’s toughest neighborhoods where both ladies were raised. Originally, they had no major ambitions of breaking into the rap scene; their aim was merely to create a diss track. Their 2017 debut, “Fu*k Dat Ni**a,” sampled Khia’s 2002 hit “My Neck, My Back” and quickly became a hit, thanks in part to Yung Miami’s promotion. Hits like…
Migos is an American hip hop group consisting of three rappers: Takeoff, Offset and Quavo. The first successful single “Versace” was released in 2013. The first album “Yung Rich Nation” was a huge success with a number one place in the American Billboard 200. Their second album Culture II from 2018 once again reached the highest position in this hit list. Their biggest commercial hit singles are Bad and Boujee “(with Lil Uzi Vert),” MotorSport “(with Nicki Minaj and Cardi B)” Stir Fry “(2017) and” Walk It Talk It “(with Drake) (2018). Time to listen to the best songs from…
You probably know Laura Marano from her role as Ally Dawson in the Disney Channel series Austin & Ally. But did you know that she also is a singer? Her first hit was the theme song from the animation series Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir. Her next single Boombox from 2017 was a big hit. Her newest songs unfortunately fail a bit in the charts. Would there be a great music career for Laura Marano? Here we list the 8 best songs that Laura Marano has made so far. 8. F.E.O.U. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNjJrT7k0KU 7. Not Like Me https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iucCPJoPVYg 6.…
We see it all the time these days, boys and girls who are very popular on social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok starting a music career. Thanks to YouTube this is of course easier than ever before. Take Loren Gray the most popular TikTokker who scored some huge nice hits in recent years. The same goes for the beautiful Cuban Malu Trevejo. When TikTok was still called Musical.ly, she was very popular. Currently she is mainly active on Instagram. In 2017 she released her first own single “En Mi Mente” and soon thereafter the song “Luna Llena”, especially…
British Harvey Leigh Cantwell is better known under his stage name “HRVY”. He started uploading videos on Facebook in his early teens. He was spotted and signed a record deal with Universal Music, thanks to the help of his manager Brain Dreelan (who was the singer of East 17). HRVY released its first single ‘Thank You’ at the end of 2013. He immediately went on tour with the popular girl band “Little Mix” . Since then he has regularly released new music that is especially popular on YouTube and Tiktok. It helps that the popularist rapper of the moment, Loren…
Loren Gray is the TikTokker with the most followers. Tik Tok is a social media platform on which young people post short videos where they dance, sing and / or lip sync. Loren Gray has been active on the platform since 2015 (then still musical.ly). In 2017 she could be heard on the single “personal” from HRVY. In 2018 she signed a record deal with Virgin Records and soon her debut single “My Story” followed. Which is by the way not her story, but the story of a friend who “keeps falling in love with the wrong people”. In the…
Eurodance was a very popular music movement in the mid and late 90s of the last century. Eurodance originated from a fusion of influences from styles such as house, rave, new beat, pop, disco, italy disco, freestyle, hip hop and later also trance. A couple of big names in the Eurodance are the German Snap !, Dr. Alban, Culture Beat, Captain Hollywood Project and many others. We have listed the most popular Eurodance numbers for you. Have fun in this retro trip to the 90s. Ice Mc – Think About The Way https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3C8bvYlqy9A Doop – Doop https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=reOVG8C1Oa0 Sin with…
Mothers, they are often sung about in beautiful songs. From folk singers to gangster rappers, they have all composed odes to their mothers. We have done our best to list the most beautiful songs about mums. Do you know a nice mommy song? Let us know in the comments! 25. Ray Charles – Mother https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLI0VnBprqY 24. Queen – Mother Love https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJFYtyEIJ60 23. Christina Aguilera – Oh Mother https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_BZQ77akOg 22. Boyz II Men – A Song For Mama https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tap90z44WR8 21. Taylor Swift – The best day https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l4_6eQm7RTQ 20. Elvis Presley – Mama liked the roses https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6uf_ObZQ6Q 19. Dolly Parton – Mama…
Happy Hardcore was a very popular music movement in the 90s of the last century. It is a joyous variance of hardcore house. Typical of happy hardcore songs are the cheerful (female) vocals, sweet lyrics and a high beat between 165 and 180 per minute. Often ‘samples’ are used from other songs that have been accelerated. The movement was particularly popular in the Netherlands and Germany and many of the popular happy hardcore acts are from these countries. Popular acts from the Netherlands are DJ Paul Elstak, Charly Lownoise & Mental Theo, 2 Brothers on the 4th Floor, Nakatomi and…
The Sugababes, a British girl group that took the early 2000s by storm, have given us an array of hits spanning different genres and moods. From R&B to pop and even dance music, their versatility is unmatched. So, which songs stand out in their discography? Let’s dive in! 10. Too Lost in You https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wo07t6XjNO4 Capturing the feeling of all-consuming love, “Too Lost in You” showcases the Sugababes at their most sentimental. This melodious track resonates with anyone who has felt overpowered by their emotions and leaves a lasting impression. 9. Get Sexy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nS8xiUlYNO0 “Get Sexy” is a vibrant, upbeat song…
Atomic Kitten, the British girl band formed in 1998, had its fair share of lineup changes early on, with Elizabeth McClarnon and Kerry Katona starting the group, then Heidi Range leaving and being replaced by Natasha Hamilton. When Kerry Katona also departed, Jenny Frost filled her spot. This reshuffling didn’t stop the band from achieving global success, particularly with their hit “Whole Again.” Covering classics like “The Tide is High” by Blondie and “Eternal Flame” by The Bangles, they continued to climb charts worldwide before eventually disbanding in 2004. The Kittens made a comeback in 2012, reminding fans of their…
The Spice Girls reunited in 2019 to give a reunion tour. In 3 weeks they played their songs for more than 700,000 fans. Girl Power is still alive! he Spice Girls are still the most popular girl group of all time, and will probably be forever. And it won’t surprise you that a song from the Spice Girls is number one in our list of best songs from girl groups (and you can probably even guess which song!). We only included the songs from girl bands from the last 25 years so no The Supremes, The Pointer Sisters, The Bangles,…
Since their start in 1996, British rock band Coldplay has sold millions of albums and has since won seven Grammy Awards. The band of singer Chris Martin, drummer Will Champion, guitarist Jon Buckland, and bassist Guy Berryman has also given eighteen (often memorable) performances in the Netherlands. Everyone who knows the music of Coldplay has a favorite Coldplay song. We have listed the ten best songs from this English band for you. Are you wondering which they are? Then read on! 10. Paradise https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1G4isv_Fylg The song Paradise was the second single from the album Mylo Xyloto, which was released…
Classical music is still incredibly popular and can be heard everywhere. For example, some pieces of music have become famous for their use in films. We have even forgotten other classical melodies that they were made by a composer. What are the ten classical pieces of music that everyone knows? 10. Carl Orff – O Fortuna https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GD3VsesSBsw The original Carmina Burana consists of a large collection of medieval songs. The German composer Carl Orff composed new music in 1935 for twenty-five of these songs. The dramatic ‘O Fortuna’ that introduces and closes the work was later widely used in films…
Aerosmith turned out to be the American response to the British Rolling Stones in the 1970s. A little harder, even more drugs, big hits. That could not go well for long and the band fell apart. In the 1980s, however, she made a glorious comeback that they have been holding up steadily ever since. What are the ten best songs of these survivors? 10. Love in an Elevator https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3Yrhv33Zb8 The comeback of Aerosmith in the eighties was continued with the album Pump, which was recorded quickly and sounds nice and loose. “Love in an Elevator” was the catchy first…
Rock music is unthinkable without the electric guitar, playing at a deafening volume. But while rock became harder, it also developed a softer alternative under the influence of folk music: the song that is accompanied on an acoustic guitar. Ballads about heartbreak or accident. What are the ten most beautiful songs with an acoustic guitar? 10. Metallica – Nothing Else Matters https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tAGnKpE4NCI The fifth album from metal band Metallica, named after the band itself, but better known as The Black Album , constituted a break in style on a number of points. The band had flirted with the ballad form…
Piano music is everywhere. Some melodies are world famous without the complete piece being heard. There are also melodies for which we have even forgotten that they were made by famous composers. And then there is piano music that has become unforgettable thanks to a film. What are the ten most famous music pieces for piano? 10. Michael Nyman – The Heart Asks Pleasure First https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCJB9mIlFBs It is inevitable that a movie titled The Piano uses a lot of piano music. Jane Champion asked composer Michael Nyman to make music for her story about a mute Ada woman who is…
At the end of the 1980s, Lenny Kravitz was a hippie-like appearance who achieved both unexpected and rapid success with his interpretation of 1960s music. Kravitz has often made stylistic changes during his career that make him a versatile pop singer. Ten colorful songs from Lenny Kravitz. 10. Believe in Me https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ol6-W-_ixnU “Believe in Me” was the third single from the album Lenny (2001). It is a ballad that is characterized by a very special production. Kravitz played all the music on the album himself and was in charge of the production. On ‘Believe in Me’ this results in…
Normani has quickly risen as one of the most promising artists in the contemporary music industry. Once a member of Fifth Harmony, Normani has proven herself as a strong solo artist with a range of hit songs that cross various genres and styles. Here are her ten most iconic songs: 10. Fair https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNsbPNqfL4Q “Fair” is an emerging song that showcases Normani’s capacity for emotional depth and vocal finesse. It is a faithful representation of her R&B influences. 9. Body Count (ft. Shenseea) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgLUh_LIROk This song is a collaboration with Shenseea and is known for its danceable beat and provocative lyrics.…
You can give a thumbs up or a thumbs down on YouTube. Many of the popular music videos have many million likes, but there are also many videos that get a lot of hate. The following 20 musicvideos have the most dislikes of them all. The lists consists of very bad songs, but also of very popular songs that naturally get more dislikes because they are often viewed. Think of Louis Fonzi’s Despactio, this number has been viewed more than 6 billion times and received 35 million likes, but also many dislikes. December 2019 20. Machine Gun Kelly – Rap…
American singer Azealia Banks started to release songs at the age of 17 (2008). She then did this on Myspace. She was soon discovered and got a recorddeal. In 2011 she had her first success single “212”. After a few mixtapes, there was finally her first studio album “Broke with Expensive Taste” in 2014 10. Van Vogue https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2K1WkdaH2E 9. Fuck up the fun https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3FhwVujKveg 8. Esta Noche https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTeSsV_2sLE 7. Luxyury https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAmaaW4d5n0 6. Jamanji https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8HfgB3a_aI 5. Anna Wintour https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=au8QGTiPhEw 4. 1991 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0oM_9ca8hxE 3. The Big Big Beat https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXUfBxMbC3A 2. Liquorice https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlWRhnYgWcc 1. 212 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3Jv9fNPjgk