Our Favorite Songs (371 – 380)

371. Shadow Play by Joy Division

Year Released: 1979
Released On: Unknown Pleasures
Nominated by Fluccs Capacitor of Time Moves Slow who says: This song is the soundtrack to a dystopian future. A generation’s anxiety projected through a working class Manchester band. Hearing this makes me feel proud in the face of bleakness

372. Billie Jean by Michael Jackson

Year Released: 1982
Released On: Thriller
Nominated by Dylan from DC (Music Director 2003-2004) who says: My first favorite album (despite coming out the year I was born). Every track a classic, and it’s tough to pick a favorite (but I did).

373. I Wonder Why by Dion & The Belmonts

Year Released: 1958
Released On: Laurie
Nominated by Tom.

374. Crazy by Gnarles Barkley

Year Released: 2006
Released On: St. Elsewhere
Nominated by DJ Corvus of One Song who says: A basically perfect pop song

375. Friend of the Devil by Grateful Dead

Year Released: 1970
Released On: American Beauty
Nominated by Dj Treck of Wes Dissect and John in Murphysboro, Illinois. John says: The interplay between Garcia and Grisman is sheer perfection.

376. Here I come by Dennis Brown

Year Released: 1977
Released On: single (backed by Observer’s head shot)
Nominated by Big Bent of Dub Revolution who says: The Crowned Prince of Reggae, as crowned by his endearing fans, Dennis Brown always commands respect with this dancehall anthem. Pure culture and positive vibes on this one.

377. You Can’t Always Get What You Want by The Rolling Stones

Year Released: 1969
Released On: Let It Bleed
Nominated by Bruce from Flushing.

378. Soldier Boy by Shirelles

Year Released: 1962
Released On: Scepter [single]
Nominated by Stan from North Carolina.

379. These Boots are Made for Walkin’ by Nancy Sinatra

Year Released: 1966
Released On: Boots
Nominated by Dale from Longmeadow.

380. Ceremony by New Order

Year Released: 1987
Released On: Substance
Nominated by Ian McCarthy.