Author: Erica Allen

The roots of rock, soul, and R&B are firmly rooted in gospel music. This influential genre celebrates divinity and the power of Christ through gorgeous harmonies and beautiful vocals. Many of the best gospel songs of all time have been honored and recorded by different artists throughout the years.

Reggae music transports a person to the Caribbean, and there’s but one legend who sets the tone. Bob Marley is an icon who reflects the sound of an entire culture. Reggae aficionados have many others to add to that list, but these songs have one thing in common: you can dance to these songs.

Admit it, you spend an absurd amount of time singing along to your favorite music. But did you ever notice that the best sing along songs for a given situation aren’t necessarily your favorites? Different groups and situations require different music, and we’ve got some crowd favorites for all of them.

The Beatles changed the face of music and were arguably the most famous rock band in the world for most of the 1960s. Their music is simple, fun, and ever-popular. For those who want to learn some easy Beatles songs on guitar, here are some you can pick up quickly.

Instrumental songs have been around for centuries, and they have been used in various settings such as in movies, video games, and even at concerts. In fact, many musicians started out playing instrumentals before they became famous for their singing abilities. This article will look at 27 of the most popular instrumental songs throughout history…

While many think that figurative language is reserved only for classic literature, many of the songs you hear on the radio are full of rich figurative language that rivals the writings of some of history’s great authors. Get ready to learn about some of the best songs with figurative language.

Psyching yourself up for a workout can take a lot of convincing sometimes. Instead of relying on yourself, consider making the ultimate playlist with these some of the best workout songs of all time. Turn it on, turn it up, and you’ll have your heart pumping in no time.

Everyone has a hero, super or otherwise. When we’re young, we look up the legendary comic book characters who always save the day. As we get older, that admiration shifts to loved ones who support us unconditionally. These songs celebrate both the everyday and extraordinary superheroes we depend on.

Songs with numbers in the title, or those with a number as the title, are more common than you probably realize. Enjoy this list of the best songs with numbers in the title, whether they’re old favorites or new ones you discover and want to add to your playlist.

Country music varies across several styles and often requires more versatility from the guitarist than many other music genres. That doesn’t mean learning to play country music has to be challenging. If you’re an aspiring guitarist, there are plenty of easy country songs to ease you into guitar playing. Here are some of the best…

Grief is a powerful experience that is often difficult to describe in words. It’s painful to grieve, and healing from tragedy requires lots of time. Distinct sounds, smells, visuals can quickly bring back memories of a lost loved one or a tragic experience that tears your eyes. The following songs about grief are soothing and…

Whether you’re dealing with physical pain or an emotional wound, nothing soothes the hurt more than a song you can relate to. And since pain is a universal experience, the subject has been the focus of countless songs – and we’ve included a list of some of the all-time best songs about pain you should…

Ah, nothing like sitting around on any given day jammin’ tunes about freedom. Maybe they make you think of drinking a tall glass of lemonade on the Fourth of July or fighting for your independence. In any case, there is little more that makes us feel more nostalgic than cranking up freedom songs. So, let’s…

Are you looking for a fight? Or at least to pretend you’re about to go into one (for whatever reason, lol). Sometimes the only path forward is to confront your opponent directly, in that spirit, here are 21 of the best fighting songs to listen to so you’ll get pumped up before throwing down.

Crying along to a favorite sad song can help us feel better and make us feel like we’re not alone in feeling those feelings. Let’s check out these popular sad songs and decide whether or not these are the saddest songs ever produced.