40 Songs Gatsby Loves and his Top 10 Favorite

[Gatsby]

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Welcome to Gatsby's music list! I asked a few MoFos if they wanted a music related top list from me, and most were enthusiastic about it. Ever since I started joining Song Tournaments I've always wanted to pimp my tastes to others, and now my chance has come (hopefully). :p

About the weird title. I started making a Top 50 list, but I hate ranking stuff, so I failed miserably. I also faced the problem of completing a list, then forgetting a few good song, resulting in a huge re-arrangement - quite a frequent nuisance. So I decided to post 40 songs I just love, and the rest of the 10 will be an actual Top 10. This is how it will work:

- This thread will consist of 10 sets of 5, a total of 50 songs. In each set there will be 4 songs, unranked, and the last fifth song will be my #10, then the next set will have #9, then #8, and so on.

- Each song will consist of a medium-length write up, a music video or lyric video if I can't find a music video.

- I will also have a video of a drum cover for the song, because I'm a drummer and drum covers are awesome, especially if they are "covering" songs I adore. :cool:

Hope everyone enjoys this thread! Questions and complaints via PM please. :up:

[christine]

This will be interesting! looking forward to it Gats :)

[Gatsby]

The Who - Join Together

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_HDMCCLlGl4

Even though the popularity has risen, this song, like many other The Who songs, is underrated. Join Together is really catchy, easy to dance with, and the harmonica sounds are great, used to introduce people into a world of eclectic young spirit.

White Stripes - Hotel Yorba

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZPEUyiNcjA

White Stripes just the way I like it. It has the great unique of Jack White with a simple, yet easy-going melody that you can't help but enjoy. And the chemistry between the two in the video is awesome.

The Notorious B.I.G - Juicy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JZom_gVfuw

I know this song is played over and over again, being such a memorable rap song and a huge influence, but it means it's really great, and it is. It's the kind of rap I like, with no annoying gangsta lovin' crap artists yaking about crack and hot women.

Deep Purple - Fireball

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q88koeaqrEg

I usually don't listen to speed metal, but when I do, it's most of the time a classic Deep Purple song. Their songs are full of unmatchable energy, and if it has a good drum beat, then that's Fireball.

10. Warren Zevon - Lawyers, Guns, and Money

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NGhd53hV0Z0

The first official Top 10 from my list. This is my favorite Warren Zevon song that has everything I love about him. The lyrics are darkly amusing and vocals are a killer. My favorite used to be Werewolves of London, but I realized that his more under-appreciated ones are true gems.

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[dadgumblah]

Gatsby, looking forward to the whole list. Being old-school, I liked The Who and Deep Purple choices, plus your official Warren Zevon. Dig those tunes!

[SilentVamp]

You'll always get :up: when it come to The Who.

[Derek Vinyard]

WE WANT RECENT !

[Swan]

I see White Stripes. I am pleased.

[christine]

Great first choices. Love that Who song and not heard it for ages :)

[Gatsby]

Gatsby, looking forward to the whole list. Being old-school, I liked The Who and Deep Purple choices, plus your official Warren Zevon. Dig those tunes!
Thanks dadgumblah. Didn't expect you to comment on this list. :up:
You'll always get :up: when it come to The Who.
Then you'll be glad to hear that there are going to be a good amount of The Who songs. :D
WE WANT RECENT !
Hotel Yorba is pretty recent.
I see White Stripes. I am pleased.
Yeah I know you're a huge White Stripes fanboy. No interest in the other songs I guess? :p

[Derek Vinyard]

Thanks dadgumblah. Didn't expect you to comment on this list. :up:

Then you'll be glad to hear that there are going to be a good amount of The Who songs. :D

Hotel Yorba is pretty recent.

Yeah I know you're a huge White Stripes fanboy. No interest in the other songs I guess? :p

don't dislike it but don't like it either it's average (in my opinion) I think I'm gonna do a top too tonight :)

[Derek Vinyard]

but hey man I do love Fireball so I give you rep for that

[cricket]

The Zevon song is my favorite out of the first set, and I also really like Join Together and Hotel Yorba.

I added the other two to my listenlist.

[Gatsby]

but hey man I do love Fireball so I give you rep for that
Damn, what took you so long? You an overall fan of Deep Purple or just Fireball?
The Zevon song is my favorite out of the first set, and I also really like Join Together and Hotel Yorba.

I added the other two to my listenlist.
Well, I knew you had a watchlist, but a listenlist is something entirely new to me. Maybe I should make one, but I want my life to be a bit easier. Glad you liked 3/5 songs from the list, and hell, the rest are one you haven't even heard yet, So I guess this is sweet victory.

[Miss Vicky]

I see Warren Zevon. I am pleased.

[dadgumblah]

Thanks dadgumblah. Didn't expect you to comment on this list.: up:

But why? I dig music. Especially the rock and or roll, which is a dying thing methinks, so I sometimes go for the popular things that the young kids enjoy. Some of them. :)

[Gatsby]

Oh sh*t, I totally forgot about the drum covers last time, from now on I'll be sure to add them... whether you like 'em or not. :facepalm::p:

Van Halen - Hot for Teacher

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6M4_Ommfvv0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RFzNdj-_iME

This song and video pretty much sums up the 80s. If released today Van Halen's masterpiece would be banned within hours, because these days people don't allow smoking hot teacher in bikinis and "attempted" child molestation. They also probably wouldn't know how awesome the opening drum solo is and the guitar solo in the library table.

George Michael - Faith

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lu3VTngm1F0

Whenever I listen to this song I automatically catch the rhythm and bob my head, and it usually doesn't leave my head for the rest of the day. Also those ass close-ups are magnificent.

Reach Out I'll be There - Four Tops

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SpkOcbVYS0

Great cheer-up song that always puts me in a better mood than five minutes ago. It's like comfort food, nothing that special about it but it's definitely a favorite.

Edgar Winter Group - Frankenstein

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x1mV_5-bRPo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI9cxp5VTz8

One of my favorite instrumental rock songs that goes from an average level of insanity into a head explosion inducing madness. I immensely enjoy playing this song on the drums.

9. People are Strange

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRAr354usf8

This song was a hit with me when the lyrics were extremely relatable back in High School, my dark years. (now luckily not so much, but it's been a year without a girl so the lonely feels are starting to kick in again :p). My favorite The Doors song, and I'm not even a fan of them.

[Swan]

The last two are good, anyway. :up:

[honeykid]

Not a fan of The Doors? Y'see, this is why we disagree all the time.

[Gatsby]

Not a fan of The Doors? Y'see, this is why we disagree all the time.
But their best song is my 9th favorite song of all-time :shrug:

Btw I also like L.A Woman, The End, I'm Horny I'm Stoned and Light my Fire.

[SilentVamp]

Two songs on this list that remind me of my childhood.

"Hot for Teacher" for my brothers (I haven't heard this one in years).

"Faith" for my mother. She loved this song. Or maybe it was just the video. :D

[dadgumblah]

Good selection there, Gatsby. Nice stuff!

[Miss Vicky]

Not the George Michael song I would've picked but thumbs up for him anyway. Same also for The Doors.

[Gatsby]

Not the George Michael song I would've picked but thumbs up for him anyway. Same also for The Doors.
Months ago you wouldn't have given me rep. You're finally starting to warm up to me. :p

What George Michael and The Doors song would have picked?

[Miss Vicky]

Both would depend on my mood at that instant.

For George Michael: "Too Funky," "Careless Whisper," or the Elton John duet "Don't Let the Sun Go Down On Me"
For The Doors: "Love Her Madly," "Break On Through" or "Riders on the Storm"

[Camo]

But their best song is my 9th favorite song of all-time :shrug:

Btw I also like L.A Woman, The End, I'm Horny I'm Stoned and Light my Fire.

If that's the only Doors song then their top five songs are missing :p.

Anyway I like every song so far :up: . Wouldn't expect to get this far without disliking at least one, so good stuff.

[Camo]

Both would depend on my mood at that instant.

For George Michael: "Too Funky," "Careless Whisper," or the Elton John duet "Don't Let the Sun Go Down On Me"
For The Doors: "Love Her Madly," "Break On Through" or "Riders on the Storm"

Break oOn Through is great, for how often you hear it it isn't usually cited as one of The Doors best.

[Miss Vicky]

Months ago you wouldn't have given me rep. You're finally starting to warm up to me. :p

I do sometimes take awhile to start to like someone, just ask FF. I didn't like her for at least the first month I knew her!

[Gatsby]

If that's the only Doors song then their top five songs are missing :p.

Anyway I like every song so far :up: . Wouldn't expect to get this far without disliking at least one, so good stuff.
Glad you like my picks. You should officially join a song tournament one day, I would love to see which songs you pick. :)
I do sometimes take awhile to start to like someone, just ask FF. I didn't like her for at least the first month I knew her!
Sometimes I feel like you two are polar opposites. But yin and yang do go well together.

[Miss Vicky]

Sometimes I feel like you two are polar opposites.

We are pretty dissimilar, which is probably why we get along. If she was a bitch like me we might be at each other's throats all the time. I don't think we've ever gotten into a bad argument (lots of debates, but no verbal fights) in all the years we've known each other.

[Funny Face]

9. People are Strange

This song was a hit with me when the lyrics were extremely relatable back in High School, my dark years. (now luckily not so much, but it's been a year without a girl so the lonely feels are starting to kick in again :p). My favorite The Doors song, and I'm not even a fan of them.

That song always makes me think of vampires and Santa Cruz. The Lost Boys was one of my favorite childhood movies.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NK9aAQ_oH6k

[Camo]

One of the best soundtracks ever FF.

[Funny Face]

One of the best soundtracks ever FF.
:yup::kiss:

[Gatsby]

I haven't seen The Lost Boys, but the use of People are Strange in that scene is awesome and Rodent calls the film "Pure 80s sex". Looking forward to a great two hours. :lol:

[Camo]

I haven't seen The Lost Boys, but the use of People are Strange in that scene is awesome and Rodent calls the film "Pure 80s sex". Looking forward to a great two hours. :lol:

The Grandad is the best character in any 80s film.

[Miss Vicky]

I tried watching The Lost Boys once but couldn't get into it. I should probably give it another shot at some point.

[Camo]

I tried watching The Lost Boys once but couldn't get into it. I should probably give it another shot at some point.

Surprised you didn't like it. I wasn't alive in the 80s but when I picture it it is the first 20minutes of The Lost Boys. The rest is just cheesy fun, and the best Kiefer Sutherland has ever been. Yes I've seen 24, long haired cheesy vampire Kierfer > Solid Snake Kiefer!

[Funny Face]

I haven't seen The Lost Boys, but the use of People are Strange in that scene is awesome and Rodent calls the film "Pure 80s sex". Looking forward to a great two hours. :lol:
If you like 80s movies and or vampires- it's the best!

The Grandad is the best character in any 80s film.
He is and uses the best aftershave. :kiss:

I tried watching The Lost Boys once but couldn't get into it. I should probably give it another shot at some point.
Not sure if you'd like it, but give it a shot- lots of vampire fun!

[Miss Vicky]

I wasn't alive in the 80s

Quit making me feel old.

but when I picture it it is the first 20minutes of The Lost Boys. The rest is just cheesy fun, and the best Kiefer Sutherland has ever been. Yes I've seen 24, long haired cheesy vampire Kierfer > Solid Snake Kiefer!

In movie terms, I picture The Breakfast Club. In general pop culture terms I picture MTV. You know, back when they actually showed music videos and had a reason to be named Music Television.

But I don't think I ever watched Lost Boys back then.

[Gatsby]

I'm gonna post a new batch of songs, can y'all wait a bit?

[Miss Vicky]

Sure.

[Camo]

Quit making me feel old.



In movie terms, I picture The Breakfast Club. In general pop culture terms I picture MTV. You know, back when they actually showed music videos and had a reason to be named Music Television.

But I don't think I ever watched Lost Boys back then.

The Breakfast Club is one of my favs as well as you know... I hope. The Lost Boys just seems like something you should like even though i know you arent a fan of horror. You should defo give it another try.

[Camo]

I'm gonna post a new batch of songs, can y'all wait a bit?

Sorry mate.

[Gatsby]

KC & The Sunshine Band - Give it Up

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psFQMKcsIF8

Addictive tune and a great message (give it up! :p), I'm one of the view people who knew about the song before Kingsman: the Secret Service was released, when I heard the song being used to highlight the sheer ridiculousness of heads blowing up, I knew I just saw a great film.

Beautiful Child - Fleetwood Mac

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeREyEVBhHU

Really underrated song by FM, I guess because it's a bit too quiet and get boring during the relatively long 5 and a half minutes, but the great lyrics and vocals make up for it. Great song.

Nirvana - In Bloom

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PbgKEjNBHqM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-lw1uj3hgIk

The first song I enjoyed the now overrated Smells Like Teen Spirit (for me), and sits at my 3rd fav overall Nirvana song. I love the subtle rebellious melody and lyrics, drum fills, and Kurt Cobain's badass voice.

Simon and Garfunkel - Sounds of Silence

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zLfCnGVeL4

Don't have much words for this one. Amazing lyrics and harmony between the two.

8. When the Levee Breaks

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9NaQZojWi6U
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kYDAuu6qj4

My favorite Led Zeppelin. The drum beat and sound. Is. F*cking. Awesome. Not only that, the song has a great sense of deep, low-pitched melancholy to it that I can't help but love.

[Miss Vicky]

Now you know you're gonna get rep from me when you post Fleetwood Mac, though as much as I love that song and that album, I'd be happier with a Lindsey Buckingham song than a Stevie Nicks one.

Also +rep for Nirvana and Led Zep, though again not the songs I would have chosen.

[Camo]

First song I dislike, the one by KC and the blah blah bland :p. In Bloom and When The Levee Breaks are two of my very favourite songs ever so you recovered there :up:

[Camo]

Just read the comments. You are right Smells Like Teen Spirit is very overrated even if it is a great song, mostly because its the only song non Nirvana fans know from them.

[Gatsby]

First song I dislike, the one by KC and the blah blah bland :p. In Bloom and When The Levee Breaks are two of my very favourite songs ever so you recovered there :up:
No wonder you don't like sunshine on your profile. How dare you replace it with "blah blah bland". ;)

But really happy to see that someone besides me think of In Bloom and When the Levee Breaks as a very high placed favorite. You have good taste... so far.

[Camo]

No wonder you don't like sunshine on your profile. How dare you replace it with "blah blah bland". ;)

But really happy to see that someone besides me think of In Bloom and When the Levee Breaks as a very high placed favorite. You have good taste... so far.

You stalking me bro? :jules:

:p

[Miss Vicky]

It's 1:00 a.m. and I should be going to bed, but instead I'm on MoFo with my iPod going, grooving to Fleetwood Mac's Tusk (the album). You're a bad influence, Gatsby.

[Gatsby]

You should be lucky I didn't post Gimme Shelter (yet!) or else you might have been grooving to Let it Bleed (long album!).

[Miss Vicky]

Nah, I'm not a big Stones fan, tbh, and don't have any of their albums. I do hope that one of your RS songs will be "Gimme Shelter," though. Hands down their best song, IMO.

I won a song tournament with it, too.

Also, being a double album, Tusk isn't exactly brief.

[Camo]

Let it Bleed is brilliant. Gimme Shelter better be here now you've mentioned it, don't care if its their most famous song it is great :D.

[Gatsby]

Nah, I'm not a big Stones fan, tbh, and don't have any of their albums. I do hope that one of your RS songs will be "Gimme Shelter,"
What if it isn't on my list? :shifty:

Oh and belated congrats on your Song Tournament win! :up:

[Miss Vicky]

What if it isn't on my list? :shifty:

I will be wishing that we still had negative rep. Oh, random aside, are you a fan of "Start Me Up" and have you heard this cover version?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzkILGr2-Ok

[Gatsby]

I like Start Me Up, but it isn't one of my favorite The Rolling Stones songs, but I enjoy the mix of various sounds and sub-genres.

About the version you posted - wow that's hilarious. I think I just received a cultural shock, I don't think I've heard folk rap before. :D. I knew about the existence of The Folksman but I had never heard one of their parodies before. Thanks MV.

[Miss Vicky]

The Folksmen are the same guys as Spinal Tap. That song is from the soundtrack to the movie A Mighty Wind. I highly recommend both the movie and the soundtrack.

Also, I'm not crazy about the Stones' "Start Me Up," but love that version.

[Gatsby]

Not the biggest fan of This is Spinal Tap but I'll give A Mighty Wind a try.

You should probably to to sleep. Isn't it 2:00AM for you right now? :p

[Miss Vicky]

Not the biggest fan of This is Spinal Tap but I'll give A Mighty Wind a try.

You should probably to to sleep. Isn't it 2:00AM for you right now? :p

I don't care for This is Spinal Tap, either. But I'm a fan of The Kingston Trio. The Folksmen are based at least in part on them.

And yeah, it's nearly 2:00 a.m. and I have to be at work at 8:00 a.m. I'm not sleepy though. I think I need to pop some Bendryl or something.

[Captain Spaulding]

I assume "Gangnam Style" will show up at some point, it being your country's national anthem and all.

[Gatsby]

I assume "Gangnam Style" will show up at some point, it being your country's national anthem and all.
I know this is a jokish post, but I absolutely hate Gangnam Style. It's annoying, not funny, and reduces Psy into some weird fatso Asian when he is actually a fantastic artist and a great rapper, he created a revolution in my country with his direct, controversial lyrics (at that time) and hyperactive, eccentric beat. I'd rather put a Justin Bieber song on my list, you seem to desperately want him anyways. :D

[christine]

I'm glad you found space for some Motown - The Four Tops too, great! - the anthems of my childhood :) love Give it Up and the Sounds of Silence (Rhys has that too) Good choices!

[SilentVamp]

KC & The Sunshine Band - Give it Up

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psFQMKcsIF8

I got a kick out of hearing this today because it has been years since I have heard it (and I've yet to see "Kingsman: the Secret Service" - it would've been a nice surprise :D).

I mentioned being reminded of my childhood with those other songs. Now this really reminds me of it. I can still remember the one brother loving this song. But then again, so did I. :D

Ah, the 80's. :)

[honeykid]

I haven't seen The Lost Boys, but the use of People are Strange in that scene is awesome and Rodent calls the film "Pure 80s sex". Looking forward to a great two hours. :lol:

Wha? Not a Doors fan, hasn't seen The Lost Boys?!?!?1 Why do I even bother with you? :p:D

[Gatsby]

Elvis Presley - Viva Las Vegas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJps6O86GQI

Classy Presley song, has everything you would expect, calm but powerful low voice and a great amount of energy, I love Rock songs but I wish there were more songs like this one.

Subdivisions - Rush

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYYdQB0mkEU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bx3bQD90r8U

Sadly this song pretty much sums up my school life. Also Rush is my favorite band and Neil Pearth is my favorite drummer so you'll be seeing a lot of songs from them from now on. Saving the best for last. :D

Earth, Wind and Fire - Boogie Wonderland

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=god7hAPv8f0

If you can't dance to this song you're not human.

The Rolling Stones - Jumpin' Jack Flash

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQSGw0hMd_I
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESixZtdWPwY

Near perfect song. Lyrics are always a strong point of the Stones and the lyrics of Jumpin' Jack Fish is one of my favorite.

7. Free Bird

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D0W1v0kOELA&list=PL57iXsZuakd9LxvcJsxKoPW6Xm2rHtSaU&index=5

No, this song is not all about the long guitar solo and it is not overrated. I love how it starts out quietly and precise, then suddenly explodes and keeps on rockin'; amazing build up. My fav from Lynyrd Skynyrd.

[The Gunslinger45]

Earth Wind and Fire, AND The Stones! You somehow found a way to get even cooler Gatsby! Grew up on the Stones, love them more then the Beatles. And Jumpin' Jack Flash was even my father's nickname for me. And of course who doesn't love Elvis?

[Sexy Celebrity]

And Jumpin' Jack Flash was even my father's nickname for me.

Why? Do you like to jump?

[The Gunslinger45]

Why? Do you like to jump?

Very hyper as a kid.

[Captain Spaulding]

"Free Bird" brings back too many bad memories. :(

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOadx4ZICaQ
(Warning: Major spoiler for anyone who hasn't seen The Devil's Rejects)

[Miss Vicky]

Never heard of "Jumpin' Jack Fish" :laugh:

Some good picks here, though none are particular favorites of mine.

[honeykid]

OK, so the first two in that post are pretty rubbish, but the last three are all pure gold and there's gotta be rep for that. :cool:

[Gatsby]

Earth Wind and Fire, AND The Stones! You somehow found a way to get even cooler Gatsby! Grew up on the Stones, love them more then the Beatles. And Jumpin' Jack Flash was even my father's nickname for me. And of course who doesn't love Elvis?
Very cool nickname GS, and I'm lucky you got to grow up with those legendary bands. I only started getting into them when I was a teenager (my parents weren't a big fan of old pop/rock). Glad you liked my picks.
Never heard of "Jumpin' Jack Fish" :laugh:

Some good picks here, though none are particular favorites of mine.
Who cares if I change it to "Fish" my mistake? This is my list, and I love fish.
OK, so the first two in that post are pretty rubbish, but the last three are all pure gold and there's gotta be rep for that. :cool:
A 3/5 from HK means I'll be thankful anytime of the day. :yup:
[QUOTE=Captain Spaulding;1354401]"Free Bird" brings back too many bad memories. :([QUOTE]
Awwww, don't be so sad. You have a lot of new rejects here at MoFo to fool around with, and go on murder sprees. :D

[SilentVamp]

Earth, Wind and Fire - Boogie Wonderland

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=god7hAPv8f0

If you can't dance to this song you're not human.
I agree. :yup: I love Earth, Wind and Fire, anyway, though.

[honeykid]

Well if you can even come close to the greatness of those three songs in the final few of your list you'll definitely be getting rep. :up:

[Gatsby]

Ozzy Osbourne - Goodbye to Romance

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WWyZjD8b-ZE

Osbourne is awesome when he gets a bit soft. The moderate tempo and the nice guitar sounds back a rough but surprisingly tender voice.

Pixies - Where is my mind

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFAnn2j4iB0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2Ph2ZFnwD4

Loved this song when first heard it during my first viewing of Fight Club, years ago, and today it still remains as a favorite.

"You're not your job
You're not how much money you have in the bank
You're not the car you drive
You're not the contents of your wallet
You're not the ****ing khakis
You're the all singing, all dancing crap of the world"

Queens - Another One Bites the Dust

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rY0WxgSXdEE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bmj8GbeoB2M

If you ever perform CPR, remember that the beat of this song is perfect for reminding yourself how many pumps per minute you have to do. I predict MV will storm in and say, "You should have picked a better Queens song (Bohemian Rhapsody I assume)". :D

Michael Jackson - Billie Jean

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zi_XLOBDo_Y

Best Michael Jackson.

6. Bjork - Hyperballad

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26sP2WsA5cY

This pick is gonna rattle some marbles. Even though my taste is pretty pop and rock centered I find Bjork's songs to be beautiful, ominous, and dreamy, her videos are great too.

[Swan]

BJOOOOOOOOOOORK

[Miss Vicky]

Big +rep for "Billie Jean," probably my favorite MJ song.

Also :up: for "Another One Bites the Dust"

ETA: Just read your comment on the Queen song. I'm actually not sure what song I'd pick as my favorite Queen, so this one's fine.

[Gatsby]

The Who - Love Reign Over Me

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDbAtWpoA6k

Just randomly chose one song about of every single The Who song I love, but I also chose this one it's very nice despite low recognition.

The Rolling Stones - Gimme Shelter

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJDnJ0vXUgw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wj0-HtMqROc

The iconic Stones songs still remains awesome and holy no matter how many times it is played. Some songs just never get old, they just get younger and younger.

Toto - Africa

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTQbiNvZqaY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWKCaexX_uk

New favorite for me. Did not know a thing about "Toto" until months ago, and I started really digging most of their songs. Africa is one of them.

The Kinks - Lola

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LemG0cvc4oU

I love a song when it tells a story, Lola nails it. The lyrics are quite funny if you pay close attention and is somewhat a simple unlikely love song.

5. Estranged

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dpmAY059TTY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a61vLLZSB5Y

My favorite GNR song, which is a band that has generated so many favorites. Like CS, I used to listen to the song as a mean of comfort and escape from loneliness. I can't believe this wasn't added to the Greatest Hits album.

[Miss Vicky]

Not a fan of The Who but the others are pretty good choices - and of course Gimme Shelter is great.

[Gatsby]

Not a fan of The Who
Does not compute! You need some 'splaining to do. ;)

[honeykid]

Now that's a post. :cool:

[Miss Vicky]

Does not compute! You need some 'splaining to do. ;)

I don't know why. They've just never appealed to me. :shrug:

I especially hate "Pinball Wizard" though I do really love "Behind Blue Eyes."

[Mr Minio]

Not the best list ever, but much better than many music lists I've seen before on this forum.

Here's your reward:

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[Gatsby]

What is that supposed to be, a deformed monkey with man boobs? :eek::p

Anyways, thanks Minio for stopping by my list. :up:

[Mr Minio]

It was supposed to be Cheburashka, but I failed miserably. But, yeah, the boobies were deliberate.

http://www.totes4tikes.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/cheburashka.jpg

[christine]

Rep for Queen, Earth Wind and Fire, MJ, The Who and most of all The Kink's Lola - pure class

[SilentVamp]

I will admit to being old enough to remember "Another One Bites the Dust" being played on the R&B stations. :yup: I was pretty little, but I can remember it.
This is still my favorite commercial :D:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bp_jALfbwEU

Always will get a :up: for Michael Jackson from me.

And I love "Love Reign Over Me".

[dadgumblah]

Major reps for the lists you've been laying down, Gatsby!

First off, a big YES! for Meytal Cohen. I was never a fan of Nirvana but it was nice to see her beating the skins on anything because she's so beautiful...oh, and talented, too!

Simon and Garfunkel---The Sound of Silence---love it, along with most of their catalog.
Led Zeppelin---When the Levee Breaks, one of their best songs, ever, and one of the best songs ever! Of course, the drums are epic, and I really love the blues harp by Plant.
Elvis Presley---Viva Las Vegas---one of his classics and I just happened to watch the movie again the other night....mostly for the song AND Ann-Margret. :randy:
Earth Wind and Fire---Boogie Wonderland---love this song and practically everything they've done. In fact, I have their massive boxed set, one of the few I've ever purchased.
Jumpin' Jack Flash & Gimme Shelter--The Rolling Stones---love the Stones and these are two of their staples that I like. Love the Let It Bleed album.
Lynyrd Skynyrd---Free Bird----yes, one of the greatest songs ever, but boy, did I get sick of it. I might give a listen now, as it's been a few years.
Queen---Another One Bites the Dust---another classic and Freddy Mercury had one of the best voices ever. I wish they would quit trying to insert Adam Lambert into the group. He's an awesome singer but there was only one Freddy and he's gone, so let it go, Queen members.
Michael Jackson---Billie Jean---great stuff and Thriller is one of my favorite songs/videos ever, especially with my man Vincent Price doing his "rap."
The Who---Love Reign O'er Me---one of their best songs ever, and Roger sings his guts out on this one. Classic!
Toto---Africa---I have a high school friend who is still ridiculed for liking Toto even after all these decades. I'm on his side. Great song.
The Kinks---Lola---One of their best. Good groove and hilarious lyrics.

[Gatsby]

Led Zeppelin---When the Levee Breaks, one of their best songs, ever, and one of the best songs ever! Of course, the drums are epic,
Yes, finally someone who comments on the epicness of the drums! John Bonham is badass. :highfive:
Lynyrd Skynyrd---Free Bird----yes, one of the greatest songs ever, but boy, did I get sick of it. I might give a listen now, as it's been a few years.
Sick of Free Bird? Unheard of! You must have listened it 100 times every day for the last 10 years! :p
Toto---Africa---I have a high school friend who is still ridiculed for liking Toto even after all these decades. I'm on his side. Great song.
Shame, I don't get why people treat Toto very lightly and shallow. Hope those imbeciles who tease your friends learn a lesson later on.

Thanks for the huge comment... dad! :lol:

[honeykid]

Rep for saying you can't get bored with Freebird. :up: I hear people say that and I don't understand it, either.

[Fabulous]

Nice to see some love for Rush. One of my favorite bands.

Oh, and Free Bird is one of my favorite songs of all time. :)

[Gatsby]

Jude - King of Yesterday

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmE7mcEUxFw

Madonna - Material Girl

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNSUOFgj97M

For this list I decided to go with a lot of under-appreciated songs, and Material Girl is one of them. Just as good as a lot of her popular songs.

Bon Jovi - Livin' On a Prayer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDK9QqIzhwk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfKVqGoq9rI

Absolute classic. The song creatively combines electric sounds with soft-core rock to create harmony.

Culture Club - Karma Chameleon

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmcA9LIIXWw

Guility pleasure for me. I know it's kinda corny and the video even has racist undertones, but everything else is good. Don't get the hate directed at Culture Club.

4. Boston - Peace of Mind

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGRrOEbY3pI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gkv3eGhCuAg

My wish is in right in this song - the entire world is in competition, all I want is a peace of mind. These laid-back lyrics is what makes Boston a fav band of mine.

[Miss Vicky]

Not crazy about this set, tbh.

My mother tells me that I loved "Material Girl" when I was little and would walk around singing it and even made up a little dance. I don't recall this, but I'm pretty sure if it's true I had no idea WTF the song was about. I probably thought it had something to do with fabric. I do like some of Madonna's other work though. "Like A Prayer" is my favorite.

Except for "Wanted Dead or Alive" I can't stand Bon Jovi.

I like "Karma Chameleon" well enough, but if I were to choose a favorite from Boy George's resume it would be "The Crying Game."

Boston's always been one of those bands that are pleasant enough to hear on the radio, but I've never had any desire to add their work to my collection.

[honeykid]

Material Girl is a good song and I can't help but like Livin' On A Prayer.

[dadgumblah]

When it comes to "classic rock" on my local radio station, Free Bird is practically the only Skynyrd song that they played for nigh on two decades, almost every day. I don't care how great the song is, I don't want to hear it every day...I'd like to hear some of their other songs for a change. So, that was right around the time that I started buying CDs so I could hear what I wanted. But, like I said, I'm at the stage where I can handle Free Bird again.

But it's sad when you've got a radio station (I don't have satellite radio) where, when they say a certain artist is coming up, you can guess which song (within two) by that artist they're going to play. And almost without fail, I guess right. If they announce Bob Seger, they play either Old Time Rock and Roll or Hollywood Nights. I love them both, but Seger has a huge catalog of great songs they could choose from. More examples:

Fleetwood Mac: either Dreams or Go Your Own Way
Boston: almost always More Than a Feeling, and the rest of the time, Don't Look Back
The Rolling Stones: Start Me Up is the main one, sometimes Honky Tonk Women
Ted Nugent: Stranglehold and that's it
Queen: Bohemian Rhapsody, and occasionally You're My Best Friend

Anyway, you get the picture. I love these songs but I'd like to hear some deep cuts or even some other hits by these bands/artists. That's why I keep my DVD case with me in the car.

[christine]

Karma Chameleon - nice :)

[honeykid]

When it comes to "classic rock" on my local radio station, Free Bird is practically the only Skynyrd song that they played for nigh on two decades,

I can understand that. I've never been one to listen to music on the radio, but I can't remember the last time I actually did it when I wasn't in someone else's car.

[Gatsby]

Pink Floyd - Brain Damage

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnExahMPPFI

Swan's theme song is awesome. :p

Guns 'N' Roses - Welcome to the Jungle

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1tj2zJ2Wvg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-_Qk_hxtuU

I really like GNR, and one of the main reasons is how they handle heavy metal - a sub genre of rock I honestly do not dig. They don't just mindlessly scream while banging their heads, there is a mix of classic rock, great lyrics and even cowbell.

The Beatles - I Wanna Hold Your Hand

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipADNlW7yBM

Personally I consider The Beatles to be an influential, but overrated (The Godfather anyone? ;)), but you can't help but love this song. No wonder so many teen girls went crazy. This song brings out my inner madly-in-love girly spirit.

James Brown - Funky Drummer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNP8tbDMZNE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybqU2Uma97A

As a drummer it is impossible to not like this song.

3. Rush - Time Stand Still

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGsQ5n9Qu0A
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uF7J6lu_rW8

The best song from the most underrated band of all-time. Most have either not heard of Rush or hate them. I don't get it. In Time Stand Still, Rush creates an amazing electronic + energetic/subtly progressive rock sound, supported by a great featuring by the beautiful Aimee Mann.

[Miss Vicky]

+rep for Welcome to the Jungle and Brain Damage.

I grew up listening to GNR and Welcome to the Jungle was always a favorite. I Want to Hold Your Hand has long been a least favorite from The Beatles, but I've never been much of a fan of theirs anyway.

I'd not heard the James Brown or Rush songs before. They're okay.

[Gatsby]

I'd not heard the James Brown or Rush songs before. They're okay.
Speaking of Rush, have you heard of Sub-Divisions?

[Miss Vicky]

No.

Rush was always one of those bands that I liked well enough when they came on the radio, but I never explored any of their work beyond that. I also haven't really listened to the radio in many years and couldn't tell you when I last heard Rush.

[Gatsby]

No. .
Your answer should change soon, It has probably one of the best lyrics I've ever heard, and the main reason why I like it is because of it. Check it out. After all you like Behind Blue Eyes from The Who because of the lyrics.

[Swan]

Swan's theme song is awesome. :p

No need for the smiley, as that is an entirely correct and factual statement.

[Gatsby]

No need for the smiley, as that is an entirely correct and factual statement.
i just wanted to reduce the pain of bitter reality.

[Gatsby]

Joan Jett - New Orleans

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVvchLlzehs

I like Joan Jett in general, but quite often her musical style gets a bit too predictable and repetitive, but New Orleans is extremely addictive and has subtle Southern soul/folk elements to create greatness.

Oscar Peterson - The Girl From Ipanema

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WeDjbJMb1yw

Classic instrumental jazz at it's best, Peterson's songs are great to listen to while studying. Almost nominated this one for the Instrumental Song Tournament.

Warren Zevon - Splendid Isolation

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awhGI0_o90s

Warren Zevon! Nuff said.

Jethro Tull - Locomotive Breath

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJkmHQ2q--I
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyFYDZIAKFw
This is why I love progressive rock so much. The sub-genre elevates rock from simple enjoyment into a level of genius.

2. The Who - Won't Get Fooled Again

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHhrZgojY1Q
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lOzIVBTAGqg

The Who is my favorite band of all-time, Won't Get Fooled Again is my favorite from them, and the album Who's Next is one I revere and consider to be a masterpiece.

Why I love this song so much:

- The lyrics. Funny, accurate, clever, and strikingly realistic, in a way it kinda predicted the future
- Keith Moon's career height, his drumming is just insane
- 2 minute instrumental part gives me ear-gasms
- Amazing vocals, guitar, and especially the bass sound
- It's the theme song for my favorite CSI series

So actually Won't Get Fooled Again should be my #1 pick, but I wanted to spice up things with a relatively new favorite song. And that pick should rattle some marbles (hopefully).

[Miss Vicky]

All of these range from very good to not bad, except "Girl from Ipanema." I hate that song.

[Gatsby]

Okay time to finish this list once and for all... after lunch.

Swan, I'll think you'll like my #1 pick. Not sure about MV.

[Funny Face]

All of these range from very good to not bad, except "Girl from Ipanema." I hate that song.
Of course you hate it... :lol:

[Gatsby]

Of course you hate it... :lol:
Well, we two will always have Warren Zevon...

Seriously how can someone not like jazz

[Funny Face]

Seriously how can someone not like jazz
:shrug:

[Miss Vicky]

Seriously how can someone not like jazz

I find jazz kind of boring. I'm not a big fan of instrumental music in general. :shrug:

As for that particular song, I never cared for it but my boss was obsessed with it for awhile and kept playing various versions of it ad nauseum at the office. That was when my apathy turned to hatred.

[Gatsby]

The Yardbirds - Shapes of Things

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jc17DqcA6Qc

60s rock music can make you cringe, but when it's good, it's really good. Shapes of Things is full of energy and has an old analog vibe to it - cool tune.

Sweet - Ballroom Blitz

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzpWJx3I2DY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=763XdIYPYuk

This is my ringtone.
This song has my favorite drum beat of all-time.
This song is awesome.
Nearly made my ranked list.

Toto - I'll Be Over You

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7XhWUDj-Ts

Don't have much to say about this song it's just... incredibly soothing.

U2 - Mysterious Ways

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxcDTUMLQJI

Really cool song and great music video that matches the level of the song itself. One of the view U2 songs that I like, but it might be because I haven't heard a lot of their song before. That will change.

1. Pink Floyd - Comfortably Numb

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7EpSirtf_E
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PaWwuAzW4ps

First off, I want to say that this was not originally supposed to be my #1, or even be part of my ranked list.

But then I remembered Swan's director list and how he filled it mostly with directors that had potential to become a favorite - and that's when I made my decision.

Now back to the song. Pink Floyd's masterpiece is flawless. Absolutely flawless. The lyrics are painful but touching and dreamy, and the melody has an enlightening atmosphere to it. No matter how many times I mash the replay button, is always feels like the first time I met this song.

[Miss Vicky]

I'm at work so I can't actually listen to any of these right now. I don't recognize the titles of the Toto or Yardbirds songs, so I'm not sure if I like them or not.

Plus rep though for "Ballroom Blitz," "Mysterious Ways," and, yes, "Comfortably Numb." I'm not a Pink Floyd fan, but I've always loved that song.

[Swan]

Can't argue with a Floyd song at #1. Way to go. :up: