Our Favorite Songs (191 – 200)
191. You Can’t Hurry Love by The Supremes
Year Released: 1966
Released On: The Supreme A Go-Go
Nominated by Dylan from DC (Music Director 2003-2004) who says: About as pure a pop song as I can imagine.
192. Poinciana (Live) by Ahmad Jamal Trio
Year Released: 1958
Released On: At the Pershing: But Not For Me
Nominated by DJ MTSPEN of Storytime/Yma Sumac Radio Program/
193. Walking Back to Waterloo by The Bee Gees
Year Released: 1971
Released On: Trafalgar
Nominated by Charlie from Petaluma who says: A melody that brings tears to the eye, discovered just four years ago.
194. Early Blue by F.J. McMahon
Year Released: 1969
Released On: Spirit of the Golden Juice
Nominated by DJ PJ Bush of Label Maker.
195. Many Rivers to Cross by Harry Nilsson
Year Released: 1974
Released On: Pussy Cats
Nominated by Felix from Sollentuna (Sweden) who says: The legendary sessions Harry made, together with John Lennon, strained his voice in a way that was never heard of him before. An absolute unit of emotions, with an breathtaking ending similar to Lennon’s “Mother””
196. Don’t Swallow the Cap by The National
Year Released: 2013
Released On: Trouble Will Find Me
Nominated by DJ Way of Wes Dissect who says: The National’s lyrics are vague and poetic, allowing the listener to interpret them however they need to. Matt Berninger’s voice is instantly recognizable and captivating, and in this song he attempts to sort through his emotions and find a source of hope.
197. Tout Oublier by Angéle and Roméo Elvis
Year Released: 2018
Released On: Brol
Nominated by DJ Lil Kugel of Isn’t Life Strange.
198. Naima by John Coltrane
Year Released: 1960
Released On: Giant Steps
Nominated by Chris of Crispix & Everything Now who says: From the moment the song starts it’s instantly recognizable as Coltrane. Otherworldly and timeless, I put this song on whenever I need to unwind.
199. Ain’t No Sunshine by Bill Withers
Year Released: 1971
Released On: Just As I Am
Nominated by Chris the (great) Aunt who says: Just a nice emotional song that hits me in the feels.
200. It’s Gonna Take a Miracle by Laura Nyro and Labelle
Year Released: 1971
Released On: Gonna Take a Miracle
Nominated by Ian McCarthy.
