Late Night Music New Year's Edition Part 171........."It's a Livin' Thing"
I can't believe I thought of another one to write before new years. I
can't believe I never thought of this one before. I can't believe how
common of a word "thing" is in music. Way to be creative guys.
In order to be considered in this category, the SONG TITLE had to have the word "THING" in it. Also receiving votes in this category was "In Thing Thang" by Tyga, "Love Don't Cost A Thing" by Jennifer Lopez, "Sure Thing" by Miguel, and "A Thing For Me" by Metronomy. NOT RECEIVING VOTES was "The Furthest Thing" by Drake and "Wild Thing" by Sam Kinnison.
"I Believe In A Thing Called Love"- The Darkness. Is there a better karaoke song ever? This glam rock anthem took the world by storm on The Darkness' 2003 debut album Permission to Land where it went to #2 on the British Singles Chart and #35 on the Billboard Rock Chart. In what looks like an opening to "Mystery Science Theater 3000" meets "30,000 Leagues Under the Sea", this very weird video was specifically designed to premiere in the United States and launch Justin Hawkins and his flamboyant David Lee Roth-esque style into the United States market. I always felt bad for the rest of the band in The Darkness, because I know the lead singer is the most well known guy, but I've seen very few front men steal the show like Hawkins does. In fact, him leaving the band in 2006 actually led to a breakup before the band reunited in 2011 fueled by the Samsung Commercial that aired during Super Bowl 46.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRYNYb30nxU
"I Don't Want To Miss A Thing"- Aerosmith. This 1998 power ballad put Aerosmith back in the mainstream when it was featured as the main theme from the Bruce Willis/Ben Affleck blockbuster "Armageddon". The single surprisingly became Aerosmith's first ever #1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, and was yet another major hit for long time songstress Diane Warren. The song was also nominated for Best Original Song at the 1999 Academy Awards. I have to admit, I do love this song, and I really like the movie, but I honestly it was outdone by the very similar "Deep Impact" earlier the same year. Not that "Armageddon" wasn't a good movie, I just think it was very media driven and outlandishly unrealistic, even more so than "Deep Impact" (which made history as the first ever movie to feature a black President, when Morgan Freeman portrayed the President of the United States). However, Aerosmith definitely continued to get their groove back with this song, capping what was almost a tale of two careers after their late 80's-mid 90's resurgence.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vo_0UXRY_rY
"Every Good Thing"- The Afters. Great live performance here on K-Love radio by Dallas based band The Afters. This single was released earlier this year and was featured on their latest album Life Is Beautiful. This single went on to peak at #2 on the Billboard Hot Christian Song Charts. This very catchy song sounds drastically more different than The Afters early days which included the hit "Beautiful Love" which received heavy airplay on MTV as the theme song to their hit show "8th and Ocean". Nonetheless, the Afters are an upbeat positive group that can always seem to make you feel better about your day.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skdO_sUlf0A
"The Hardest Thing"- 98 Degrees. This single from 98 Degrees 1998 critically acclaimed sophomore album 98 Degrees and Rising peaked at #5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and introduced the world to Nick Lachey even more than they already were. This ode to adultery guilt saw heavy airplay on TRL and tried to sell the group's hot front man as an actual boxer. I always was and still am a huge fan of 98 Degrees just due to their great blend and true musicianship, but they provide me with comedy as well. Nick's younger brother Drew is a true good guy and from what I can tell, one of the nicest guys in music. However, he always has the whole "holy hell I can't believe I'm in a famous boy band" look on his face. It kinda reminds me of Kareem Rush having the "holy hell I can't believe I'm starting with 4 Hall of Famers" look on his face when he was playing for the Lakers with Karl Malone, Gary Payton, Shaq, and Kobe.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzTNsFcbdmI
"Livin' Thing"- ELO. Jeff Lynne and ELO released this guilty pleasure classic in 1976 from their record A New World Record. This catchy but seemingly pointless tune went to #13 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #4 on the British Singles Chart. It was later named by Q Magazine in the United Kingdom as the #1 guilty pleasure of all time. In my Georgia Blue days, this song was on heavy rotation on the restaurant playlist and I'd always find myself singing a long. I watch this video and realize that while it's 1976, I can't ever picture a time when the style of these musicians would have been trendy. Jeff Lynne is one of the coolest songwriters ever, but ridiculous look in this video makes me question his masculinity. Also, I've listened to this song 3 times now in a row, and I still have no idea what it is when they are talking about a "livin' thing".
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvBOZCrJsAI
"One Thing"- One Direction. One Direction took the world by storm in 2011 when these former "X Factor" finalists were put in a boy band that featured bubble gum pop verses with power choruses. This third single from their debut album Up All Night went to #39 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #9 on the British Singles Chart. The album went on to sale over 5 million copies worldwide and go to #1 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. One Direction seems talented enough, but I absolutely their hairstyles. I get mad just looking at Harry- how can women like such a ridiculous hairstyle? Despite my objections, it looks like One Direction is here to stay as shown by their recent Pepsi commercial with Drew Brees.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1xs_xPb46M
"The Best Thing (That Never Happened)"- We Are In The Crowd. What is it about me and awesome rock bands with bad female lead singers? These rockers from Poughkeepsie, New York released this video to support their upcoming album Weird Kids. Lead singer Taylor Jardine is super hot and has a Hayley Williams/Cassadee Pope/Kelly Clarkson-esque sound to go along with her super exotic look. Bands with a female lead singer that hot at least make a small splash on the mainstream market at some point or another. I really want a woman like Taylor Jardine.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFqtasnu7y8
"Sexy Little Thing"- Chickenfoot. I love super groups! This Van Halen/Red Hot Chili Peppers mesh of talent released this single on their 2009 debut self-titled album helped the album go to #4 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums and this single peak at #40 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks. I always liked Sammy Hagar and the poor guy was set up to fail. Michael Anthony is also one of the best bass players ever. Adding current Chili Peppers guitarist Chad Smith and legendary guitar player Joe Satriani makes one heck of a side project ya know? I always laugh when I think about David Lee Roth talking about Sammy Hagar saying "he'll have to go on tour singing all of my songs, but I'll never have to sing one of his".....woops .
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeqpRvFaCtI
"Don't Owe You A Thang"- Gary Clark, Jr. Man talk about one of the most talent and underrated guitar players on the planet! This first ever single release by Clark was included on this 2010 debut self-titled EP. His muffled guitar sound a long with smooth vocals built him a huge following and led to his first major label release in 2012, Blak and Blu, which peaked at #6 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. It's good to see a pure guitar player obviously influenced by Mississippi blues artists like B.B. King and Muddy Waters. This guy reminds me so much of Eric Clapton its unreal.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ECbgzgvfG4Y
"Best Thing I Never Had"- Beyonce. Beyonce looks beyond amazing in this video. I think she just wanted to tease all of her male fans. I can't imagine her looking any more sexy. This follow up to her famous song "Irreplaceable" went to #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 when it was included on her 2011 album 4. My question every time I see this song or hear this video is who in the world would cheat on Beyonce in the first place? I don't think Jay-Z could possibly be that stupid. This song also makes me wonder if this song was actually written for anyone in her past that was stupid enough to lose her. I bet he hates himself right now.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHp2KgyQUFk
"The Nicest Thing"- Kate Nash. This catchy tune was included on British singer/songwriter Kate Nash's 2007 album Made of Bricks. While not released as a single, this artistic gem helped the album go to #1 in her native UK and #36 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. Kate Nash kinda reminds me of a Adele/Lisa Loeb/Sara McLachlan all thrown together with a thick British accent. She's almost like a male Ed Sheeran. This live performance from Abbey Road Studios in London shows her raw talent and very underrated guitar playing for a female. This is one of those emotional anthems that just makes you get completely into the music on a spiritual level. What an amazing piece.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruQ0O44CB38
"The Sweetest Thing"- U2. I always credit my good friend Matt Kilgore for getting me more into U2 during the one semester we lived together at Mississippi College. This super catchy song which was originally a B-Side to U2's 1987 smash single "Where The Streets Have No Name". This re-recorded version was released as a standalone single which was featured on their 1998 compilation album The Best of 1980-1990. This very entertaining video features Bono's wife Ali Hewson. Despite the success of the album and the semi heavy rotation of this rather entertaining video, this single only peaked at #63 on the Billboard Hot 100. This single would begin a rather huge 3 year span for U2 which saw their 2000 album All That You Can't Leave Behind become the first single in Grammy History to produce two Record of the Year Grammys when it won back to back years for "Beautiful Day" and "Walk On".
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5WybiA263bw
"Doo Wop (That Thing)"- Lauryn Hill. Man what a great album! I played this album to DEATH in 1999 all the way to Colorado and back. This autobiographical debut solo album of Lauryn Hill off of her smash debut album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill became just the tenth single in history to debut at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 when it did so in the summer of 1998. This very creative video did a great job of foreshadowing what the neo soul movement was about to become in the United States. Despite her immense talent, Hill has yet to release another studio album, with her only subsequent album being her MTV Unplugged album relased in 2002. I realize she has a family, but I also don't understand why she doesn't use her talent to give us more great music. Her reclusiveness should end, because the end result would only be greatness.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6QKqFPRZSA
"Nuttin' But A G Thang"- Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg. This 1992 single/video took the world by storm and introduced the world to Death Row Records, former N.W.A. member Dr. Dre and the soon to be famous then unheard of Snoop Dogg. This debut single from Dre's smash album The Chronic peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and began a revolution of hip hop music that would carry over for several years in the 90's. This landmark album in hip hop music would go on to shape and influence the hip hop culture of the United States for years to come.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qkP8SvHvaU
"Wild Thing"- Tone Loc. Whatever.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=387ZDGSKVSg
"No Such Thing"- John Mayer. This rebellious response to high school counselors became John Mayer's breakout hit when it became his debut single off of his 2002 debut album Room For Squares. Peaking at #13 on the Billboard Hot 100, it would become one of his highest charting songs as well. Despite his subsequent international fame, Room For Squares remains Mayer's best selling album to date as well as his fan's favorite.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1W2UddURXI
"Sweetest Thing"- The Rifles. This strange but interesting song was included on the Rifles' 2011 album Freedom Run. This psychedelic video met their true indie rock sound which makes them one of London's biggest acts. Lead singer Joel Stoker also does a really good job of sounding a lot like John Lennon. For some reason, when I see this video, I think about the boat scene in the movie "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory". This song reminds me a lot of Sherwood which uses heavy influence from the Beach Boys in their harmonies. I like to see rock bands incorporate that into rock and roll guitar parts.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnaY7U3JOSI
"Crazy Little Thing Called Love"- Queen. This 1979 1950's sounding song by Queen on their album The Game went to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. According to Freddie Mercury and Roger Taylor, the band wrote this song as a tribute to Elvis Presley who had a huge influence on the band. Despite that, this song sounds more rockabilly than anything, and also shows that Queen had a strong desire to dabble in other genres other than their arena rock sound they were so known for prior to this time. I really think if Freddie Mercury had not gotten sick he would have been known as one of the most experimental artists of all time.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EE34cSvZCd8
"Liquid"- Jars Of Clay. Ok, I cheated a little bit, but this song has the word "thing" in it so many times I counted it. This sophomore single from Illinois Christian garage band Jars of Clay from their 1995 debut album helped make Jars of Clay a household name when it became one of the very few Christian album to achieve platinum status. This single went to #1 on the CCM Rock Charts and achieved mainstream radio airplay making Jars of Clay really the first Christian rock band to achieve true crossover success when their videos were getting played on MTV and VH1. Jars of Clay is a band I'd really like to see live, and I think their songwriting and musicianship is extremely underrated.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfPLg2q-7e0
BONUS VIDEOS- "Ex-Factor"- Lauryn Hill
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cE-bnWqLqxE
"Flood"- Jars of Clay
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EfAhpX_wIBk
"Mr. Blue Sky"- ELO
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98P-gu_vMRc
"Never Be What You Want"- We Are In The Crowd.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29y9O6JoVQk
"Amazing"- Aerosmith
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSmOvYzSeaQ
"Funky Cold Medina"- Tone Loc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vRZxBwiIjQ
In order to be considered in this category, the SONG TITLE had to have the word "THING" in it. Also receiving votes in this category was "In Thing Thang" by Tyga, "Love Don't Cost A Thing" by Jennifer Lopez, "Sure Thing" by Miguel, and "A Thing For Me" by Metronomy. NOT RECEIVING VOTES was "The Furthest Thing" by Drake and "Wild Thing" by Sam Kinnison.
"I Believe In A Thing Called Love"- The Darkness. Is there a better karaoke song ever? This glam rock anthem took the world by storm on The Darkness' 2003 debut album Permission to Land where it went to #2 on the British Singles Chart and #35 on the Billboard Rock Chart. In what looks like an opening to "Mystery Science Theater 3000" meets "30,000 Leagues Under the Sea", this very weird video was specifically designed to premiere in the United States and launch Justin Hawkins and his flamboyant David Lee Roth-esque style into the United States market. I always felt bad for the rest of the band in The Darkness, because I know the lead singer is the most well known guy, but I've seen very few front men steal the show like Hawkins does. In fact, him leaving the band in 2006 actually led to a breakup before the band reunited in 2011 fueled by the Samsung Commercial that aired during Super Bowl 46.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRYNYb30nxU
"I Don't Want To Miss A Thing"- Aerosmith. This 1998 power ballad put Aerosmith back in the mainstream when it was featured as the main theme from the Bruce Willis/Ben Affleck blockbuster "Armageddon". The single surprisingly became Aerosmith's first ever #1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, and was yet another major hit for long time songstress Diane Warren. The song was also nominated for Best Original Song at the 1999 Academy Awards. I have to admit, I do love this song, and I really like the movie, but I honestly it was outdone by the very similar "Deep Impact" earlier the same year. Not that "Armageddon" wasn't a good movie, I just think it was very media driven and outlandishly unrealistic, even more so than "Deep Impact" (which made history as the first ever movie to feature a black President, when Morgan Freeman portrayed the President of the United States). However, Aerosmith definitely continued to get their groove back with this song, capping what was almost a tale of two careers after their late 80's-mid 90's resurgence.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vo_0UXRY_rY
"Every Good Thing"- The Afters. Great live performance here on K-Love radio by Dallas based band The Afters. This single was released earlier this year and was featured on their latest album Life Is Beautiful. This single went on to peak at #2 on the Billboard Hot Christian Song Charts. This very catchy song sounds drastically more different than The Afters early days which included the hit "Beautiful Love" which received heavy airplay on MTV as the theme song to their hit show "8th and Ocean". Nonetheless, the Afters are an upbeat positive group that can always seem to make you feel better about your day.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skdO_sUlf0A
"The Hardest Thing"- 98 Degrees. This single from 98 Degrees 1998 critically acclaimed sophomore album 98 Degrees and Rising peaked at #5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and introduced the world to Nick Lachey even more than they already were. This ode to adultery guilt saw heavy airplay on TRL and tried to sell the group's hot front man as an actual boxer. I always was and still am a huge fan of 98 Degrees just due to their great blend and true musicianship, but they provide me with comedy as well. Nick's younger brother Drew is a true good guy and from what I can tell, one of the nicest guys in music. However, he always has the whole "holy hell I can't believe I'm in a famous boy band" look on his face. It kinda reminds me of Kareem Rush having the "holy hell I can't believe I'm starting with 4 Hall of Famers" look on his face when he was playing for the Lakers with Karl Malone, Gary Payton, Shaq, and Kobe.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzTNsFcbdmI
"Livin' Thing"- ELO. Jeff Lynne and ELO released this guilty pleasure classic in 1976 from their record A New World Record. This catchy but seemingly pointless tune went to #13 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #4 on the British Singles Chart. It was later named by Q Magazine in the United Kingdom as the #1 guilty pleasure of all time. In my Georgia Blue days, this song was on heavy rotation on the restaurant playlist and I'd always find myself singing a long. I watch this video and realize that while it's 1976, I can't ever picture a time when the style of these musicians would have been trendy. Jeff Lynne is one of the coolest songwriters ever, but ridiculous look in this video makes me question his masculinity. Also, I've listened to this song 3 times now in a row, and I still have no idea what it is when they are talking about a "livin' thing".
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvBOZCrJsAI
"One Thing"- One Direction. One Direction took the world by storm in 2011 when these former "X Factor" finalists were put in a boy band that featured bubble gum pop verses with power choruses. This third single from their debut album Up All Night went to #39 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #9 on the British Singles Chart. The album went on to sale over 5 million copies worldwide and go to #1 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. One Direction seems talented enough, but I absolutely their hairstyles. I get mad just looking at Harry- how can women like such a ridiculous hairstyle? Despite my objections, it looks like One Direction is here to stay as shown by their recent Pepsi commercial with Drew Brees.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1xs_xPb46M
"The Best Thing (That Never Happened)"- We Are In The Crowd. What is it about me and awesome rock bands with bad female lead singers? These rockers from Poughkeepsie, New York released this video to support their upcoming album Weird Kids. Lead singer Taylor Jardine is super hot and has a Hayley Williams/Cassadee Pope/Kelly Clarkson-esque sound to go along with her super exotic look. Bands with a female lead singer that hot at least make a small splash on the mainstream market at some point or another. I really want a woman like Taylor Jardine.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFqtasnu7y8
"Sexy Little Thing"- Chickenfoot. I love super groups! This Van Halen/Red Hot Chili Peppers mesh of talent released this single on their 2009 debut self-titled album helped the album go to #4 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums and this single peak at #40 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks. I always liked Sammy Hagar and the poor guy was set up to fail. Michael Anthony is also one of the best bass players ever. Adding current Chili Peppers guitarist Chad Smith and legendary guitar player Joe Satriani makes one heck of a side project ya know? I always laugh when I think about David Lee Roth talking about Sammy Hagar saying "he'll have to go on tour singing all of my songs, but I'll never have to sing one of his".....woops .
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeqpRvFaCtI
"Don't Owe You A Thang"- Gary Clark, Jr. Man talk about one of the most talent and underrated guitar players on the planet! This first ever single release by Clark was included on this 2010 debut self-titled EP. His muffled guitar sound a long with smooth vocals built him a huge following and led to his first major label release in 2012, Blak and Blu, which peaked at #6 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. It's good to see a pure guitar player obviously influenced by Mississippi blues artists like B.B. King and Muddy Waters. This guy reminds me so much of Eric Clapton its unreal.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ECbgzgvfG4Y
"Best Thing I Never Had"- Beyonce. Beyonce looks beyond amazing in this video. I think she just wanted to tease all of her male fans. I can't imagine her looking any more sexy. This follow up to her famous song "Irreplaceable" went to #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 when it was included on her 2011 album 4. My question every time I see this song or hear this video is who in the world would cheat on Beyonce in the first place? I don't think Jay-Z could possibly be that stupid. This song also makes me wonder if this song was actually written for anyone in her past that was stupid enough to lose her. I bet he hates himself right now.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHp2KgyQUFk
"The Nicest Thing"- Kate Nash. This catchy tune was included on British singer/songwriter Kate Nash's 2007 album Made of Bricks. While not released as a single, this artistic gem helped the album go to #1 in her native UK and #36 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. Kate Nash kinda reminds me of a Adele/Lisa Loeb/Sara McLachlan all thrown together with a thick British accent. She's almost like a male Ed Sheeran. This live performance from Abbey Road Studios in London shows her raw talent and very underrated guitar playing for a female. This is one of those emotional anthems that just makes you get completely into the music on a spiritual level. What an amazing piece.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruQ0O44CB38
"The Sweetest Thing"- U2. I always credit my good friend Matt Kilgore for getting me more into U2 during the one semester we lived together at Mississippi College. This super catchy song which was originally a B-Side to U2's 1987 smash single "Where The Streets Have No Name". This re-recorded version was released as a standalone single which was featured on their 1998 compilation album The Best of 1980-1990. This very entertaining video features Bono's wife Ali Hewson. Despite the success of the album and the semi heavy rotation of this rather entertaining video, this single only peaked at #63 on the Billboard Hot 100. This single would begin a rather huge 3 year span for U2 which saw their 2000 album All That You Can't Leave Behind become the first single in Grammy History to produce two Record of the Year Grammys when it won back to back years for "Beautiful Day" and "Walk On".
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5WybiA263bw
"Doo Wop (That Thing)"- Lauryn Hill. Man what a great album! I played this album to DEATH in 1999 all the way to Colorado and back. This autobiographical debut solo album of Lauryn Hill off of her smash debut album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill became just the tenth single in history to debut at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 when it did so in the summer of 1998. This very creative video did a great job of foreshadowing what the neo soul movement was about to become in the United States. Despite her immense talent, Hill has yet to release another studio album, with her only subsequent album being her MTV Unplugged album relased in 2002. I realize she has a family, but I also don't understand why she doesn't use her talent to give us more great music. Her reclusiveness should end, because the end result would only be greatness.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6QKqFPRZSA
"Nuttin' But A G Thang"- Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg. This 1992 single/video took the world by storm and introduced the world to Death Row Records, former N.W.A. member Dr. Dre and the soon to be famous then unheard of Snoop Dogg. This debut single from Dre's smash album The Chronic peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and began a revolution of hip hop music that would carry over for several years in the 90's. This landmark album in hip hop music would go on to shape and influence the hip hop culture of the United States for years to come.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qkP8SvHvaU
"Wild Thing"- Tone Loc. Whatever.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=387ZDGSKVSg
"No Such Thing"- John Mayer. This rebellious response to high school counselors became John Mayer's breakout hit when it became his debut single off of his 2002 debut album Room For Squares. Peaking at #13 on the Billboard Hot 100, it would become one of his highest charting songs as well. Despite his subsequent international fame, Room For Squares remains Mayer's best selling album to date as well as his fan's favorite.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1W2UddURXI
"Sweetest Thing"- The Rifles. This strange but interesting song was included on the Rifles' 2011 album Freedom Run. This psychedelic video met their true indie rock sound which makes them one of London's biggest acts. Lead singer Joel Stoker also does a really good job of sounding a lot like John Lennon. For some reason, when I see this video, I think about the boat scene in the movie "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory". This song reminds me a lot of Sherwood which uses heavy influence from the Beach Boys in their harmonies. I like to see rock bands incorporate that into rock and roll guitar parts.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnaY7U3JOSI
"Crazy Little Thing Called Love"- Queen. This 1979 1950's sounding song by Queen on their album The Game went to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. According to Freddie Mercury and Roger Taylor, the band wrote this song as a tribute to Elvis Presley who had a huge influence on the band. Despite that, this song sounds more rockabilly than anything, and also shows that Queen had a strong desire to dabble in other genres other than their arena rock sound they were so known for prior to this time. I really think if Freddie Mercury had not gotten sick he would have been known as one of the most experimental artists of all time.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EE34cSvZCd8
"Liquid"- Jars Of Clay. Ok, I cheated a little bit, but this song has the word "thing" in it so many times I counted it. This sophomore single from Illinois Christian garage band Jars of Clay from their 1995 debut album helped make Jars of Clay a household name when it became one of the very few Christian album to achieve platinum status. This single went to #1 on the CCM Rock Charts and achieved mainstream radio airplay making Jars of Clay really the first Christian rock band to achieve true crossover success when their videos were getting played on MTV and VH1. Jars of Clay is a band I'd really like to see live, and I think their songwriting and musicianship is extremely underrated.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfPLg2q-7e0
BONUS VIDEOS- "Ex-Factor"- Lauryn Hill
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cE-bnWqLqxE
"Flood"- Jars of Clay
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EfAhpX_wIBk
"Mr. Blue Sky"- ELO
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98P-gu_vMRc
"Never Be What You Want"- We Are In The Crowd.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29y9O6JoVQk
"Amazing"- Aerosmith
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSmOvYzSeaQ
"Funky Cold Medina"- Tone Loc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vRZxBwiIjQ
Aerosmith
U2
Kate Nash
We Are In The Crowd
Jars of Clay
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