Another ninety minutes serving unforgettable tracks: from heartfelt ballads to feel-good anthems. Some songs will lift you up, while others will make you stop and think and each track tells a story you won’t want to miss.
| Title | Artist | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| The Day Before You Came | ABBA | Written by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus and performed by ABBA, this was the group’s last single before their hiatus. It features a melancholy narrative about monotony and longing. Its open-ended lyrics allow interpretations of nostalgia or regret. |
| Another Day | Buckshot LeFonque | Written by Branford Marsalis and DJ Premier, performed by Buckshot LeFonque. This jazz-hip-hop fusion delivers a message about perseverance amidst life’s struggles. It combines grooves with meaningful social commentary. |
| The Emperor’s New Clothes | Sinéad O’Connor | Written and performed by Sinéad O’Connor, this raw and unapologetic song critiques societal hypocrisy while advocating for self-expression and authenticity. It became a defining track in O’Connor’s career. |
| Ain’t No Way | Aretha Franklin | Written by Carolyn Franklin and performed by Aretha Franklin, this soulful ballad showcases Aretha’s powerful voice. It’s a heartfelt plea for understanding and love in a complex relationship. |
| True Colors | Cindy Lauper | Written by Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelly, performed by Cyndi Lauper. Inspired by Steinberg’s mother, it became an anthem of empowerment and self-acceptance, celebrating inner beauty and authenticity. |
| Tuxedos | Cold War Kids | Written and performed by Nathan Willett of Cold War Kids. This track highlights class disparity and critiques materialism, reflecting on the disconnect between wealth and humanity. |
| Give A Little Bit | Supertramp | Written by Roger Hodgson and Rick Davies, performed by Supertramp. Inspired by Hodgson’s admiration for The Beatles, this feel-good anthem promotes kindness, generosity, and human connection. |
| Sabato Pomeriggio | Claudio Baglioni | Written and performed by Claudio Baglioni, this poetic Italian ballad reflects on lost love and the bittersweet emotions tied to memories of a Saturday afternoon. |
| Walking Away | Craig David | Written by Craig David and Mark Hill, performed by Craig David. This breakout R&B hit explores the decision to leave a toxic relationship to find inner peace and clarity. |
| Don’t Dream It’s Over | Crowded House | Written and performed by Neil Finn of Crowded House. Known for its iconic organ riff, the song carries a message of hope and perseverance in the face of challenges, making it a timeless classic. |
| Like a Rolling Stone | Bob Dylan | Written and performed by Bob Dylan. This groundbreaking song revolutionized rock music with its poetic lyrics and social commentary, exploring themes of loss, freedom, and self-discovery. |
| Sister Golden Hair | America | Written by Gerry Beckley and performed by America. Inspired by Jackson Browne’s music, this soft rock classic reflects on love, hesitation, and commitment. |
| You Can’t Always Get What You Want | The Rolling Stones | Written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, performed by The Rolling Stones. Featuring the London Bach Choir, it mixes rock and gospel influences while addressing life’s disappointments and the search for contentment. |
| Mystery Light | Alice on the roof | Written and performed by Alice on the Roof. This dreamy, ethereal pop song explores themes of introspection and existential curiosity, capturing a sense of wonder and self-reflection. |
| C’est comme ça | Rita Mitsouko | Written by Catherine Ringer and Fred Chichin, performed by Les Rita Mitsouko. This quirky French new wave track celebrates life’s randomness and absurdity with an avant-garde style. |
| My Way | Frank Sinatra | Adapted by Paul Anka from Claude François’s “Comme d’habitude,” performed by Frank Sinatra. This iconic song declares individuality and reflects on living life according to one’s own terms. |
| Nowhere Man | The Beatles | Written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney, performed by The Beatles. One of their first songs not about romance, it reflects on feeling lost and disconnected in a fast-paced, modern world. |
| Time To Pretend | MGMT | Written by Andrew VanWyngarden and Ben Goldwasser, performed by MGMT. A satirical indie anthem about the contradictions of youthful dreams and the harsh realities of adulthood. |
| Gelukkig zijn (Originele Versie) | Ann Christy | Written by Johan Verminnen and Ann Christy, performed by Ann Christy. This beloved Flemish song captures the simple joys and struggles of finding happiness in everyday life. |
| Holding On | Beverley Craven | Written and performed by Beverley Craven. A heartfelt ballad about longing and emotional vulnerability, showcasing Craven’s expressive songwriting style. |
| Happy Now | Jon Allen | Written and performed by Jon Allen. This soulful track highlights Allen’s bluesy style and explores personal growth and the pursuit of happiness after hardship. |
| Tin Soldier (Mono) | Small Faces | Written by Steve Marriott and Ronnie Lane, performed by Small Faces. Originally written for Marriott’s love interest, this passionate mod anthem declares unconditional love. |
| Forever Lost | The Magic Numbers | Written and performed by Romeo Stodart of The Magic Numbers. This harmony-driven debut single reflects on the search for purpose and connection in life. |
| Little Lou, Ugly Jack, Prophet John | Belle and Sebastian | Written by Stuart Murdoch, performed by Belle and Sebastian, featuring Norah Jones. This introspective track explores complex relationships and unspoken emotions. |
| More Than A Feeling | Boston | Written by Tom Scholz, performed by Boston. This rock anthem took five years to write and is renowned for its soaring guitar riff. It reflects on nostalgia and the emotional power of music. |
| Piensa En Mi | Luz Casal | Written by Agustín Lara, performed by Luz Casal. This heartfelt bolero, featured in Pedro Almodóvar’s film High Heels, is a plea for remembrance and enduring love. |
| Et pourtant | Charles Aznavour | Written and performed by Charles Aznavour. A classic French chanson, it reflects on regret and unrequited love with Aznavour’s poetic storytelling. |
| Changes | David Bowie | Written and performed by David Bowie. This iconic song reflects Bowie’s personal and artistic transformations, embracing change and the inevitability of growth. |
Sources
The information sources of the song facts include, but are not limited to, Wikipedia, songfacts.com, discogs.com, secondhandsongs.com, YouTube and artists’ related websites.
