Our Favorite Songs (201 – 210)
201. The Wasp (Texas Radio and the Big Beat) by The Doors
Year Released:
Released On: LA Woman
Nominated by Kara who says: “I tell you this- no eternal reward will forgive us now for wasting the dawn”” Fantastic lyrics- the whole song.
202. Beat Street by Melle Mel
Year Released: 1984
Released On: Beat Street OST
Nominated by Fluccs Capacitor of Time Moves Slow who says: This was the first rap song I heard and saw in the context of Hip Hop Culture, and Melle Mel went off! Fierce, political and taking no prisoners – his verses are no joke.
203. Earth Angel by Penguins
Year Released: 1954
Released On: Single on Dootone label
Nominated by Jim ‘The Curator’ of The Wax Museum Show.
204. Hand Me Downs (with Frank Turner) by Arkells, Frank Turner
Year Released: 2018
Released On: Hand Me Downs
Nominated by DJ Starling of Bump in the Night.
205. 1952 Vincent Black Lightning by Richard Thompson
Year Released: 1991
Released On: Rumor and Sigh
Nominated by John in Murphysboro, Illinois who says: Brilliant. Pathos, humor, a gorgeous melody, and stunning guitar work.
206. Jigsaw Falling into Place by Radiohead
Year Released: 2008
Released On: In Rainbows
Nominated by Sophie from Texas who says: Feels nice
207. The Impossible Dream by Richard Kiley
Year Released: 1965
Released On: Man of La Mancha (Original Broadway Cast)
Nominated by Peter from San Anselmo who says: Most inspirational song ever with strong message never to let failures define you. Never give up.
208. Elevator Operator by Courtney Barnett
Year Released: 2015
Released On: Sometimes I sit and think and sometimes I just Sit
Nominated by dj midiwife of t.s. elliott smith who says: The humorous and touching narrative of Oliver Paul, 20 years old, is constantly on repeat in my head.
209. The Revolution Will Not Be Televised by Gil Scott-Heron
Year Released: 1971
Released On: Pieces of a Man
Nominated by Rick Re:Action who says: On one of the handful of records handed down to me from both my parents (they each had copies before meeting) this song always stood out and continues to be prescient. The revolution is in your mind.
210. Palm Grease by Herbie Hancock
Year Released: 1974
Released On: Thrust
Nominated by Andy Chatfield of Center for the Arts Radio Hour.
