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BTop10 African-American
The best 10 songs in the history of African-American music
HONORABLE MENTIONS:
Why Can't We Be Lovers? (Holland-Dozier & Lamont Dozier), (Sittin' on) The Dock Of The Bay (Otis Redding), Cause I Love You (Lenny Williams), The World Needs More People Like You (Jackie Ross), Reason To Survive (The Rance Allen Group)
'Let's Get It On' was released on 1973 and is one of the most influential song in the history of Soul music. It's funk sound influenced later R&B artists.
'Respect' (1967) is one of Aretha's most famous songs. It was originally writteas a man's plea for respect from a woman. The roles were reversed for her version, marking a revolutionary moment of female empowerment, one that still resonates today.
'Let's Stay Together' was released on 1972 and it reached Billboard's Hot 100's number one position. It was considered, by the Rolling Stone Magazine, the 60th best song of all time.
'Mannish Boy' was released on 1955 and it is so good that has been covered by artists such as Jimi Hendrix, The Rolling Stones or Aerosmith. Muddy Waters is considered the father of modern Chicago-blues.
'Dream A Little Dream Of Me' was recorded for the first time on 1931; Fitzgerald's and Armstong's version is the most-know one. It is considered one of the best duets in the history of Jazz music. Both artists' voices are unique.
'Superstiton' was released on 1972 and it reached number one in the U.S. It was ranked by the Rolling Stone Magazine at no.74 on their 500 Greatest Songs of All Time list. Stevie Wonder is a myth.
'Feeling Good' is one of the most covered song of all time but the version that definitely stands out is Nina Simone's. It was released in 1965 and became one of the most important songs in the history of Jazz and Soul music. She's a queen.
Robert Johnson, also known as the KIng of Delta Blues, released Crossroad Blues in 1936. Eric Clapton said that Johnson was 'the most important blues singer that ever lived'. His guitar playing style has influenced artists as important as Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan, Led Zeppelin, Neil Young, The Rolling Stones or Queen.
B.B.King is know as the King of Blues. He is one of the most influential artists of all time. 'The Thrill Is Gone' was released on 1970 and won several grammys, including Best Male R&B Vocal. We can only take our hats off to his talent.
'What A Wonderful World' was released on 1967 and has become an anthem. Louis Armstrong is often considered the King of Jazz and is one of the most influential artists ever. His charisma and undeniable gift for music represented the spirit and essence of African-American music in a way no one ever could.
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