4. PHIL COLLINS http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JvJQPtFkHy...lins-front.jpgI don't know anybody who was born and raised into the 80's who is not a fan of Phil Collins. He made songs that ranged from pure pop ballads to dark and heavy to thought-provokingly deep. He is by far one of the greatest British musicians that ever lived. My favorite songs: In The Air Tonight You Can't Hurry Love I Don't Care Anymore Easy Lover Long Long Way To Go Don't Lose My Number Inside Out One More Night We Said Hello Goodbye Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now) Two Hearts Another Day In Paradise I Wish It Would Rain Down Father To Son Do You Remember? Find A Way To My Heart That's Just The Way It Is Dance Into The Light True Colors Take Me Home https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRY1NG1P_kw |
Ill be posting my Top 3 later on today, and concluding yet another list 😅
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3. BILLY JOEL http://fanart.tv/fanart/music/64b942...0c2dad9ab7.jpgThe Piano Man has been making the world feel alright for 5 decades, with a career that is rich with brilliant classics and an impressive body of work. I've been a fan of Billy ever since I was a young boy in the 80's, and it wasn't until recently that I dove deeper into his back catalog. I was also fortunate to see him live last year, in what became one of the best concerts I have ever attended. My favorite songs: Piano Man The Entertainer Say Goodbye To Hollywood Streetlife Serenader Miami 2017 (Seen The Lights Go Out On Broadway) Tomorrow Is Today Vienna Scenes From An Italian Restaurant She's Got A Way Movin' Out (Anthony's Song) She's Always A Woman My Life All For Leyna Don't Ask Me Why Allentown Uptown Girl Tell Her About It A Matter Of Trust We Didn't Start The Fire And So It Goes The River Of Dreams Downeaster Alexa https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVlDSzbrH5M |
2. MICHAEL JACKSON http://www.fondosblackberry.com/user...-beginning.jpg The first solo artist I fell in love with, the one and only King of Pop. Seriously, who wasn't obsessed with Michael Jackson back in the 80's and beyond? The moonwalk. The songs. The groundbreaking music videos. The red zippered jacket. The glove. The hat. Michael Jackson was truly the perfect embodiment of a complete entertainer. Growing up, I remember vividly dressing up like him and imitating his dance moves in the Beat It and Thriller videos. But, yet again, who didn't do that? My favorite songs: Rock With You Don't Stop Til You Get Enough Working Day And Night Off The Wall Billie Jean Beat It Human Nature Baby Be Mine The Lady In My Life Say Say Say Man In The Mirror Liberian Girl Dirty Diana Black Or White Who Is It Jam Will You Be There Dangerous Scream Stranger In Moscow They Don't Care About Us D.S. Blood On The Dancefloor You Rock My World Break Of Dawn Whatever Happens Hold My Hand Behind The Mask Love Never Felt So Good Smooth Criminal https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_D3VFfhvs4 |
It's nice to see Billy Joel ranked so high on your list. He's one of my favorite singers too. I've seen him in concert a bunch of times, and he's amazing to see live. He's great at making sure that everyone has a great time at his shows, even if you're sitting in the cheap seats.
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1. JOHN LENNON http://www.culturamas.es/wp-content/...D-1024x576.jpg Even though John Lennon's solo career only lasted for a short 10 years before he was tragically killed in 1980, his legacy as the founder of the greatest band that ever walked the earth in The Beatles, the man who represents one half of the greatest songwriting partnerships in history (the other half being Paul McCartney), and an outspoken advocate for world peace propelled him to the top. His solo work, even though flawed at times, was rich with brilliant masterpieces and timeless classics. His songs ranged from love ballads to socially and politically charged anthems to deeply personal songs. My favorite songs: Give Peace A Chance Isolation Hold On Mother Well Well Well Imagine How? Jealous Guy Gimme Some Truth Oh My Love The Luck Of The Irish Only People What You Got Nobody Loves You (When You're Down And Out) Old Dirt Road Woman Watching The Wheels I'm Losing You Cleanup Time Beautiful Boy (Darling Boy) I'm Stepping Out Nobody Told Me Real Love Grow Old With Me Instant Karma https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3qvosHHcWc |
Here's a recap of my entire list... 50. JOE JACKSON 49. CHUCK BERRY 48. GLENN FREY 47. AL GREEN 46. JIMI HENDRIX 45. JACKSON BROWNE 44. BUDDY HOLLY 43. EDDIE MONEY 42. SAM COOKE 41. RAY CHARLES 40. ERIC CLAPTON 39. JAMES BROWN 38. BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN 37. KENNY ROGERS 36. JOHN MELLENCAMP 35. ROD STEWART 34. NEIL DIAMOND 33. RICHARD MARX 32. BILLY OCEAN 31. HOWARD JONES 30. GEORGE MICHAEL 29. TUPAC SHAKUR 28. LENNY KRAVITZ 27. ROBBIE WILLIAMS 26. ELVIS PRESLEY 25. BILLY IDOL 24. JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE 23. PETER GABRIEL 22. MARVIN GAYE 21. BOB MARLEY 20. TOM PETTY 19. KENNY LOGGINS 18. STING 17. BOB DYLAN 16. STEVIE WONDER 15. DAVID BOWIE 14. GEORGE HARRISON 13. PRINCE 12. EMINEM 11. DON HENLEY 10. NOEL GALLAGHER 9. BRYAN ADAMS 8. LIONEL RICHIE 7. PAUL MCCARTNEY 6. ELTON JOHN 5. PHIL COLLINS 4. CAT STEVENS 3. BILLY JOEL 2. MICHAEL JACKSON 1. JOHN LENNON |
Not the biggest fan of Cat Stevens, but I'm in the minority and you certainly have great taste. Good job finishing up your countdown!
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As for Billy Joel, your favorite song list didn't even include my two favorites-The Stranger and Just the Way You Are. It just goes to show how many great songs he has.
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I love this list of yours! Great choices. Many would be on my list, too. My only major difference is that I wouldn't have Buddy Holly that low. I just love that man too much and he has to be higher. Also, I loved seeing Neil Diamond and Sam Cooke on here. :)
But based on some of your choices, I am surprised that you don't have Jim Croce on the list. He would definitely be on mine. But how do you feel about him? |
Originally Posted by SilentVamp (Post 1406100)
I love this list of yours! Great choices. Many would be on my list, too. My only major difference is that I wouldn't have Buddy Holly that low. I just love that man too much and he has to be higher. Also, I loved seeing Neil Diamond and Sam Cooke on here. :)
But based on some of your choices, I am surprised that you don't have Jim Croce on the list. He would definitely be on mine. But how do you feel about him? Jim Croce was on my list of finalists. I actually started off the list with him at 50, but then decided to go with Joe Jackson instead. I've only recently began listening to Croce, thanks to Quentin Tarantino featuring his amazing song I Got A Name in Django Unchained, and haven't fully become familiar with his song catalog. He's an incredible singer and songwriter, though. |
Re: Mojo Filter's Top 50 Male Solo Artists
Originally Posted by mojofilter (Post 1398807)
41. RAY CHARLES http://www.americanmusicproject.org/...eff-5-1985.jpg There is no way a list of the greatest solo artists could be compiled without mentioning one of the most magnificent musicians of our time, Mr. Ray Charles. I know some might think I've committed a crime by placing him just south of my Top 40, but I haven't thoroughly explored his catalog. If I revisit this list a few years from now, Ray might be somewhere in my Top 30. My favorite songs: Hit The Road Jack You Don't Know Me Mess Around I've Got A Woman Georgia On My Mind Ol' Man River https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1kQTYFXeCE |
Re: Mojo Filter's Top 50 Male Solo Artists
Originally Posted by mojofilter (Post 1399132)
35. ROD STEWART https://fanart.tv/fanart/music/a3523...efcce06583.jpgEnglish pop/rock star Rod Stewart's songs, particularly in the 80's, were some of the best he had ever made. I grew up listening to this stuff. My favorite songs: Maggie Mae You're In My Heart Baby Jane Infatuation Some Guys Have All The Luck Love Touch Forever Young Young Turks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQ41hqlV0Kk |
Re: Mojo Filter's Top 50 Male Solo Artists
Originally Posted by mojofilter (Post 1400398)
16. STEVIE WONDER http://thebirdfeednyc.com/wp-content...onder_1973.jpgStevie Wonder's wonderful voice and melodies are the soundtrack of a generation. My favorite songs: Uptight (Everything's Alright) My Cherie Amour Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours Superstition You Are The Sunshine Of My Life Isn't She Lovely Don't You Worry 'Bout A Thing Master Blaster (Jammin') Do I Do I Just Called To Say I Love You Overjoyed Higher Ground Part Time Lover https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4nwwT_rVPY |
Re: Mojo Filter's Top 50 Male Solo Artists
Originally Posted by mojofilter (Post 1400797)
6. ELTON JOHN http://img.thesoundla.com/wp-content...Feat-Image.jpgElton John has been around for what feels like an eternity, and he's had a countless number of classic songs. My favorite songs: Your Song Rocket Man Goodbye Yellow Brick Road Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters Tiny Dancer Crocodile Rock Daniel Bennie And The Jets Empty Garden (Hey Hey Johnny) I'm Still Standing Sacrifice The One Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me Can You Feel The Love Tonight I Want Love I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6KYAVn8ons |
Love your # 1 choice.
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Originally Posted by Gideon58 (Post 1414173)
Love your # 1 choice.
Oh yes! John Lennon is the best of all time. Thanks for the comments. I liked reading them |
Re: Mojo Filter's Top 50 Male Solo Artists
Originally Posted by mojofilter (Post 1414175)
Oh yes! John Lennon is the best of all time.
Thanks for the comments. I liked reading them |
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