Ping Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 What do you consider to be one of the greatest songs, old or new, that has stood or will stand the test of time - a classic. Only list one song per posting so that we can get a range of differing views and end-up with the definitive list of classics. Tell us a little about the song. I'll start: Eric Clapton - Layla The original version was performed by Clapton when he led a group called Derek & the Dominos back in the 60s. The original itself is a classic, but the more recent mellow version has probably overshadowed it. One song, twice a classic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tilokarat Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 Heartbreak Hotel - Elvis Presley (one of the first great classics of rock 'n roll, which combines pop, jazz, country, and other genres, this is the record that launched Elvis in the public spotlight, along with his appearances on TV). After Heartbreak Hotel, rock and roll was here to stay. Supposedly written about a guy who had committed suicide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garro Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Nirvana 'Smells like teen spirit' http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kPQR-OsH0RQ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patsycat Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Bruce Springsteen - Rosalita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Who, me ? Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 David Bowie....Heroes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patsycat Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 (edited) But it's difficult because we all have different tastes and times and decades - but my vote is still Rosalita because it is a fun song but i could also go for loads of others including the beatles, van the man, led zep etc. Very difficult question.... to choose one song out of thousands. Good luck everyone, and of course Mossy and i will always lurve Simplicity by the Dubliners... Edited January 31, 2008 by Patsycat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0Mix1up Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Hey Ya.............Outkast Crossed all age groups/genres and I wish I could write one that sells like that!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gampaan Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Honky Tonk Women---Stones I had this on a 45, first record I ever had. I was 8 or 9 maybe. I know I drove my mom nuts playing it over and over because even she still tells the story.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patsycat Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 My first 45 which i still have is David Cassidy How can i be sure. I got it for christmas when i was about 7!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottleymike Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Mighty Quinn by Manfred mann. It was the first LP I bought back in the stone age. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Croc Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Whiter Shade of Pale - Procal Harem Hard to only list one with The Beatles, Stones, Animals, etc out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikethevigoman Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 What do you consider to be one of the greatest songs, old or new, that has stood or will stand the test of time - a classic. Only list one song per posting so that we can get a range of differing views and end-up with the definitive list of classics. Tell us a little about the song. I'll start:Eric Clapton - Layla The original version was performed by Clapton when he led a group called Derek & the Dominos back in the 60s. The original itself is a classic, but the more recent mellow version has probably overshadowed it. One song, twice a classic. Elvis , Suspicious minds, .Id rather go blind,Chicken Shack.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazeeboy Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 bill haleys rock around the clock ,where it all started.......also howard jones who changed the face of music with his electric sound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zpete Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 bill haleys rock around the clock ,where it all started.......also howard jones who changed the face of music with his electric sound I was in London when Bill Haley and company sent the world rocki' 'n rollin'. Any body remember the BBC show, Sat nites, "The 6-05 Special.", it was great. It would be a classic my eyes for a singular song. My classics are the shows, Oaklahoma, Sth Pacific, Mary Poppins, My Fair Lady, Sound of Music........ all those OLD shows. Classics, like cars, 30 years old, woteva. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wileycoyote Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 "Who's going to take you home?" The Cars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zpete Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 "Who's going to take you home?" The Cars Irish, I am. Nutha classic.............. "Take Me home Again, Kathleen" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adjan jb Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 What do you consider to be one of the greatest songs, old or new, that has stood or will stand the test of time - a classic. Only list one song per posting But can we post several times ? In My Life - Lennon/Sir McCartney. A masterpiece. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave the Dude Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Hotel California - The Eagles Never get tired of hearing it. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Shine On You Crazy Diamond.......Pink Floyd. Such a shame they are getting old and I will never see them live again. Brilliant live show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suegha Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 First song that poppped into my head was 'Unwashed and somewhat slightly dazed' by David Bowie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
endure Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I heard it through the grapevine - Marvin Gaye Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gampaan Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Reelin In The Years---Steely Dan Still get a buzz when I hear that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billd766 Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen. I have always thought that Freddie Mercury had one of the greatest vocal ranges any singer could have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egg Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Hotel California - The Eagles Never get tired of hearing it. Dave yeah ,, spot on Dave ,,,,, now l will have to go for "eagle rock" by daddy cool ,, not forgetting some classics from "lightnin hopkins, muddy waters ,john mayal ,,, etc,etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gampaan Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 On The Road Again----Canned Heat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Croc Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 House of the rising sun - Animals Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chavy Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Hotel California - The Eagles Never get tired of hearing it. Dave In Thailand you have no choice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chavy Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Wont get fooled again......The Who Stands the test of time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baabaabobo Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Imagine - John Lennon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AYJAYDEE Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 What do you consider to be one of the greatest songs, old or new, that has stood or will stand the test of time - a classic. Only list one song per posting so that we can get a range of differing views and end-up with the definitive list of classics. Tell us a little about the song. I'll start:Eric Clapton - Layla The original version was performed by Clapton when he led a group called Derek & the Dominos back in the 60s. The original itself is a classic, but the more recent mellow version has probably overshadowed it. One song, twice a classic. i believe derek and the dominoes began in the 70's I saw him in blind faith in late 69 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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